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Bloomberg Markets; Quinn
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Bloomberg Markets https://www.bloomberg.com/live

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Republican Mitch McConnell to Retire From US Senate in 2026
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Republican Mitch McConnell to Retire From US Senate in 2026 https://assets.bwbx.io/s3/readings/SRZPT8DWRGG01740070434510.mp3

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Bessent Says US ‘Long Way’ From Boosting Longer-Term Debt Sales
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Bessent Says US ‘Long Way’ From Boosting Longer-Term Debt Sales https://assets.bwbx.io/s3/readings/SRZL70DWRGG01740070239375.mp3

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Fwd: The Urgency of Making Bank Supervision Focused, Efficient, and Supportive of Stability and Growth
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

---------- Forwarded message --------- From: Barbara Hagenbaugh <bhagenbaugh(a)fsforum.com> Date: Thu, Feb 20, 2025, 10:41 AM Subject: The Urgency of Making Bank Supervision Focused, Efficient, and Supportive of Stability and Growth To: Gunnar Larson <G(a)xny.io> Focused and efficient bank supervision enhances stability and growth in our dynamic economy. ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ ‌ <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-r/> *The Urgency of Making Bank Supervision Focused, Efficient, and Supportive of Stability and Growth* <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-y/> *By Kevin Fromer, *President and CEO *2/20/2025* Bank supervision is a longstanding practice intended to ensure we have a safe and sound banking system. Experienced bank supervisors can provide informed and focused feedback to banks, supporting banks’ efforts to operate successfully in a dynamic economy. The benefit of appropriate supervision is clear: a safely-run bank delivers for its customers and communities. What if, however, supervision becomes broken, unfocused, and excessive? Like incorrect or excessive medication, there is an increased risk of adverse side effects. In recent years, the signs of those effects have become increasingly clear and pervasive. Bank supervision has strayed from its core objectives, and banks of all sizes are experiencing those side effects. The results are not good, and they ironically may be reducing safety and soundness. Given the critical importance of the banking system to our nation’s shared prosperity and growth, we need to get back to a rigorous but sensible approach to bank supervision and we must not wait. Four broad changes must be vigorously pursued to bring supervision back to its core mission: focus on material risks, respect the boundary between supervision and regulation, provide for effective challenge, and improve efficiency in supervision. Read More <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-j/> [image: Twitter] <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-t/>[image: LinkedIn] <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-i/>[image: Website] <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-d/>[image: YouTube] <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-h/>[image: Instagram] <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-k/>[image: Threads] <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-u/> <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-l-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-o/> The Financial Services Forum is an economic policy and advocacy organization whose members are the eight largest and most diversified financial institutions headquartered in the United States. Preferences <https://financialservicesforum.updatemyprofile.com/r-thjtgtt-3F4A9EA2-njyju…> | Unsubscribe <https://financialservicesforum.cmail20.com/t/r-u-thjtgtt-njyjukhihd-x/>

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QANTAS AIR CARGO
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Art Director/Designer/Artist: John Flack Photographer: Dale Smith Copywriter: Hugh McGraw Agency: Cunningham & Walsh - S.F. Client: Qantas Airways Ltd. We know the South Pacific like the back of our hand. It's been home to us for 47 years. Next time you've got something to fly in this direction, tell your air cargo agent or forwarder to point the finger at us. QANTAS AIR CARGO

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In other news: Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has internally displaced over 1.8 million women, while nearly 6.7 million require humanitarian assistance, according to UN Women. [UN News]
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

In other news The European Commission has *unveiled a road map for agriculture and food policy through 2040*, with a renewed commitment to sustainability goals. [ Politico <https://t.devex.com/Njg1LUtCTC03NjUAAAGYwjgXkQyWYEJuyg563jsQnfyF0tiqCM0vhzK…> ] *Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine has internally displaced over 1.8 million women*, while nearly 6.7 million require humanitarian assistance, according to UN Women. [UN News <https://t.devex.com/Njg1LUtCTC03NjUAAAGYwjgXkQnLVuxFgoLM_c1BUS3YcctigC58ZyK…> ] Vietnam has *approved an $8.3 billion railway project through a concessional loan from China*, as the Southeast Asian country seeks to boost connectivity and economic growth. [VOA <https://t.devex.com/Njg1LUtCTC03NjUAAAGYwjgXkYEFIQKuKbRo6zjhMs5CkdI8_lCTzFB…> ]

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Calif. Smoking Gear Co. Says Rival Ripped Off Cones Design
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Calif. Smoking Gear Co. Says Rival Ripped Off Cones Design <https://www.law360.com/cannabis/articles/2300125?nl_pk=a981d81f-1a94-4659-8…> By Mike Curley A California-based smoking accessory maker is suing a Washington competitor in federal court, alleging that the other company's "Crush Cones" infringe a patent for prerolled smoking cones. Complaint attached | Read full article » <https://www.law360.com/cannabis/articles/2300125?nl_pk=a981d81f-1a94-4659-8…> | Save to favorites » <https://www.law360.com/cannabis/articles/2300125?nl_pk=a981d81f-1a94-4659-8…>

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Pot Convict Says Feds' Attempt To Stay Gun Case Is 'Wild'
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

Pot Convict Says Feds' Attempt To Stay Gun Case Is 'Wild' <https://www.law360.com/cannabis/articles/2299560?nl_pk=a981d81f-1a94-4659-8…> By Sam Reisman A Maine man with a cannabis conviction suing federal and state authorities over a policy banning him from lawfully owning a gun told a Maine federal court that the U.S. Department of Justice's recent motion to pause his case while the executive branch considers its position on the Second Amendment is "wild." Response attached | Read full article » <https://www.law360.com/cannabis/articles/2299560?nl_pk=a981d81f-1a94-4659-8…> | Save to favorites » <https://www.law360.com/cannabis/articles/2299560?nl_pk=a981d81f-1a94-4659-8…>

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The Pros And Cons Of A 2nd Trump Term For UK Tech Sector
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

The Pros And Cons Of A 2nd Trump Term For UK Tech Sector <https://www.law360.com/technology/articles/2293751?nl_pk=b6acf8b6-b37c-4b07…> While U.S. President Donald Trump’s protectionist stance on trade could disrupt global supply chains on which many U.K. tech firms are reliant, anticipated deregulation could provide fertile ground for investment and growth, and the U.K. tech sector is bracing for a mix of opportunities, say lawyers at Shoosmiths. Read full article » <https://www.law360.com/technology/articles/2293751?nl_pk=b6acf8b6-b37c-4b07…> | Save to favorites » <https://www.law360.com/technology/articles/2293751?nl_pk=b6acf8b6-b37c-4b07…>

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News Site Ditches Suit Over Sharing Of Visitors' IP Addresses
by Gunnar Larson 20 Feb '25

20 Feb '25

News Site Ditches Suit Over Sharing Of Visitors' IP Addresses <https://www.law360.com/technology/articles/2300271?nl_pk=b6acf8b6-b37c-4b07…> By Allison Grande A New York federal judge has tossed a proposed class action accusing online business news site Insider Inc. of unlawfully disclosing website visitors' IP addresses to a third party, finding that the plaintiff had failed to establish the type of concrete injury necessary to sustain his claims under California law. Opinion attached | Read full article » <https://www.law360.com/technology/articles/2300271?nl_pk=b6acf8b6-b37c-4b07…> | Save to favorites » <https://www.law360.com/technology/articles/2300271?nl_pk=b6acf8b6-b37c-4b07…>

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