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Nairobi — The government is seeking to review laws related to security rights over movable property through the introduction of the Movable Property Security Rights (Amendment) Bill, 2024. The Bill, which is currently under review by the Finance parliamentary committee, is pushing for various changes into the Movable Property Security Rights Act (MPSR), 2017 to streamline regulations stipulated in the Act. … AllAfrica Subscription Content You must be an allAfrica.com subscriber for full access to certain content. You have selected an article from the AllAfrica archive, which requires a subscription. You can subscribe by visiting our subscription page. Or for…

PHILADELPHIA, PENNSYLVANIA / ACCESS Newswire / January 7, 2026 / Datavault AI Inc. (NASDAQ:DVLT) (“Datavault AI” or the “Company”), a leader in data monetization, credentialing, and digital engagement technologies, today announced that its board of directors (the “Datavault Board”) has set February 21, 2026 (or such other date as determined by the Datavault Board) as the distribution date for the previously announced dividend of warrants (the “Warrants”) to purchase shares of Datavault AI common stock, par value $0.0001 per share (the “Common Stock”) to eligible record equity holders of Common Stock and other equity securities of Datavault AI. The previously…

The American Express Platinum Card® is best known for travel rewards, luxury airport lounges, and that hefty $895 annual fee (see rates and fees). But beyond the airport perks, this card is packed with luxe lifestyle credits that are perfect for treating yourself (or gifting something special to the people you love).I don’t personally shop at Saks or lululemon, but I’ve happily used the credits to buy birthday and Christmas gifts for my wife. And I’ve definitely pulled out the card to cover a fancy dinner with friends, knowing the discounts would soften the bill.Even if you’re not using every…

Value stocks typically trade at discounts to the broader market, offering patient investors the opportunity to buy businesses when they’re out of favor. The key risk, however, is that these stocks are usually cheap for a reason – five cents for a piece of fruit may seem like a great deal until you find out it’s rotten. Separating the winners from the value traps is a tough challenge, and that’s where StockStory comes in. Our job is to find you high-quality companies that will stand the test of time. Keeping that in mind, here is one value stock trading at…

BondsCredit default swaps market weighs Takaichi’s plans to ramp up fiscal spendingJapan’s Ministry of Finance. The cost of insuring against Japanese government defaults is rising. (Photo by Kei Higuchi)TAKAHIRO HOSAKADecember 11, 2025 04:21 JSTTOKYO — The cost of insuring exposure to Japanese government bonds has touched a two-year high, as traders speed up pricing in the new government’s spending plans. Source link

The President of the Dangote Group, Aliko Dangote, has unveiled plans to offer an innovative dividend structure for his $20 billion oil refinery when it lists on the Nigerian Exchange in 2026, allowing shareholders to receive returns in US dollars despite purchasing shares in naira. Dangote made the announcement on Thursday at Eko Hotel in Lagos, stating that the company is working closely with the NGX and the Securities and Exchange Commission to finalise the framework ahead of the Initial Public Offering. “You buy in naira, but you get dividends in dollars,” Dangote said, describing the model as a hedge…

The team have noticed an increase in local sellers advertising counterfeit items such as football shirts, designer handbags, toys, branded clothing and footwear via online platforms. The team are currently investigating several local sellers. Counterfeit goods are often described by sellers as ‘replicas’ and are much cheaper than the genuine article. They are usually made from poor quality materials, can pose safety risks and undermine legitimate businesses. Selling fake goods is illegal and can have serious consequences. Accounts linked to illegal sales may also be flagged, suspended or permanently closed. Gary Webster, Trading Standards Group Leader at Cornwall Council, said:…

X Register for free to receive latest news stories direct to your inbox Register The Chancellor has today fired the starting gun on the most significant shake-up to high-value property taxation in a generation, unveiling a new annual “mansion tax” on homes worth more than £2m. The move, packaged as a ‘high-value council tax surcharge, is set to take effect from April 2028 and has already sparked warnings of turbulence across the upper end of the UK housing market. Under the plans, properties valued above £2m (at 2026 prices) will fall into one of four new charging bands. Owners will…

Has Dutch Bros stock been a winner so far? The answer depends on how you measure success.Coffee chain Dutch Bros (BROS +0.47%) has been around since 1992, but joined the public stock market much later. The company raised $557 million in its initial public offering (IPO) on Sept. 17, 2021. How have early investors fared in the roughly four years since then? Image source: Getty Images. Dutch Bros beat the market, but just barely As of Dec. 9, Dutch Bros stock has gained 60.6% since the IPO. The S&P 500 (^GSPC 0.02%) stock market index rose 53% over the same…

Chris Lennon, President & General Counsel at Empowered Startups Ltd.Over the past decade, the approach to foreign direct investment (FDI) has evolved. Traditionally, governments often focused on attracting large enterprises to set up their businesses within the country. However, in recent years, many governments have begun to shift their thinking, focusing more on individuals with expertise in industries such as AI, quantum AI, technology and dual-use innovation. These policy changes are visible globally and are becoming important metrics for business leaders to consider if they’re looking to enter a new country or market.The Traditional FDI PathHistorically, FDI was focused on…