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Banks wind down joint anti-money laundering project

Five major Dutch banks face changes to their joint anti-money laundering initiative, TMNL, due to new European legislation aimed at protecting customer privacy. While the project will continue to exist, it will be significantly reduced in size and must comply with guidelines from the Dutch Data Protection Authority and the Central Bank.

July 1, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Chinese companies want to show 'the new China' with ads at EC

Chinese dominance at Euro 2021: From web shops to payment services, five out of thirteen sponsors are Chinese, marking a significant increase from previous years and showcasing China's efforts to boost global brand recognition and competition with Western counterparts.

July 1, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Own goal Belgian Vertonghen puts poor France into quarterfinals

France defeats Belgium in tense and chaotic match, with an own goal sealing the win for Les Bleus and leading to border closures between the rival nations. Both teams struggled to find their footing, resulting in a lackluster game, but ultimately France emerged victorious and advanced to the quarter-finals.

July 1, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Supreme Court: Trump partially immune from criminal prosecution

US Supreme Court delays criminal case against Trump over election result manipulation, which could be good news for him ahead of presidential election.

July 1, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Chinese rocket maker accidentally launches rocket stage

Chinese space company accidentally launches rocket booster during test, causing fire on the ground. Company focuses on producing partially reusable rockets similar to SpaceX.

June 30, 2024, 7:57 p.m.

Ban on sailing degassing goes into effect, but 'enforcement is impossible'

Experts predict little change as inland ships in the Netherlands are banned from releasing certain substances into the air, due to limited enforcement and insufficient infrastructure for safe gas disposal.