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Trade, USMCA And Restructuring Risk in the Americas, Liability Management and Exit Strategies in Latin America and More to Be Discussed at ABI's 2026 International Latin America Symposium in Mexico City Sept. 2-4
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 24 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Trade, USMCA And Restructuring Risk in the Americas, Liability Management and Exit Strategies in Latin America and More to be Discussed at ABI's 2026 International Latin America Symposium in Mexico City Sept. 2-4
Top international experts will gather ABI's 2026 International Latin America Symposium at the Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City in Mexico City on Sept. 2-4 to discuss the latest Latin American insolvency and restructuring developments. Sessions include an examination
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ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 24 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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Trade, USMCA And Restructuring Risk in the Americas, Liability Management and Exit Strategies in Latin America and More to be Discussed at ABI's 2026 International Latin America Symposium in Mexico City Sept. 2-4
Top international experts will gather ABI's 2026 International Latin America Symposium at the Four Seasons Hotel Mexico City in Mexico City on Sept. 2-4 to discuss the latest Latin American insolvency and restructuring developments. Sessions include an examinationof trade, USMCA and restructuring risk in the Americas, liability management and exit strategies, asset-tracing in insolvency proceedings, and much more. Former Mexican government advisor Leo Zuckerman, one of Mexico's most influential political analysts, will provide an economic outlook during a keynote presentation. Conference chairs for the Latin America Symposium are Sonia Colon of Ferraiuoli LLC (San Juan, P.R.) and Samuel Suchowiecky of Hilco (Mexico City).
Panel sessions at the International Latin America Symposium include:
Saving Equity: Using Non-U.S. Regimes and Chapter 15 to Restructure
Asset-Tracing in Insolvency Proceedings + LATAM + Avoidance Actions
Sanctions, Sovereign Risk and Distressed Opportunities in LATAM & VEN
Liability Management and Exit Strategies in Latin America
Overview of the Dynamics of Mexican Restructuring Proceedings
Most Recent Experiences of Cross-Border Cases in Mexico and LATAM
Trade, USMCA and Restructuring Risk in the Americas
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ABI is the largest multi-disciplinary, nonpartisan organization dedicated to research and education on matters related to insolvency. ABI was founded in 1982 to provide Congress and the public with unbiased analysis of bankruptcy issues. The ABI membership includes nearly 10,000 attorneys, accountants, bankers, judges, professors, lenders, turnaround specialists and other bankruptcy professionals, providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and information. For additional information on ABI, visit www.abiworld.org. For additional conference information, visit http://www.abi.org/events.
Thursday, July 23, 2026
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Original text here: https://www.abi.org/node/1003611
[Category: Financial Services]
National Corn Growers Association: From the Field to the Open Sea
CHESTERFIELD, Missouri, July 24 -- The National Corn Growers Association issued the following news:
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From the Field to the Open Sea
Author: Aubree Siffring
Maritime fuel could increase corn demand by 3 billion bushels
A record corn crop like 2025's 17 billion bushels - valued at $70.1 billion - is something to be proud of. But it also raises an important question: where will all of that corn go? This question is something the National Corn Growers Association thinks about and acts on every single day. In fact, the organization recently released a strategy for generating new corn demand
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CHESTERFIELD, Missouri, July 24 -- The National Corn Growers Association issued the following news:
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From the Field to the Open Sea
Author: Aubree Siffring
Maritime fuel could increase corn demand by 3 billion bushels
A record corn crop like 2025's 17 billion bushels - valued at $70.1 billion - is something to be proud of. But it also raises an important question: where will all of that corn go? This question is something the National Corn Growers Association thinks about and acts on every single day. In fact, the organization recently released a strategy for generating new corn demandin three emerging sectors. One of those is sectors is the maritime industry, with an eye towards ethanol setting sail - and not only as exports. The same cargo ships that carry corn, ethanol, and other goods could soon run on corn-based ethanol.
Why does maritime fuel matter?
Global shipping is responsible for 3% of global greenhouse gas emissions, and the industry is searching for practical, non-petroleum-based, alternative fuels. Ethanol can help meet that need, displacing the fossil fuels used today. The maritime fuel industry is taking notice.
"Ethanol is relevant to explore because it has an established global market and existing infrastructure, and it shares properties similar to methanol," a Maersk spokesperson stated in a recent Reuters article.
For corn farmers, this means a new market that will expand corn demand, and ultimately, farm profitability. With the appropriate international frameworks, capturing just 10% of the global maritime fuel market would translate to 3 billion bushels of demand, bringing it close to last year's total U.S. corn exports.
Kentucky farmer Josh Lancaster sees this market as a huge benefit for the future of corn and a great solution for the maritime industry.
"As the world tries to meet the International Maritime Organization's decarbonization targets, ethanol produced from corn is a fuel that has already proven to work," he says. "With ethanol's already existing global infrastructure, it is available now - and we as producers welcome the opportunity."
What will it take to get ethanol into this market?
The maritime fuels industry has made efforts to prove ethanol works and fits in the global shipping industry. Here is a look at two examples...
1. Testing 100% ethanol-powered engines. The shipping company Maersk has completed a large-scale ethanol fueling operation for its dual-fuel ship. This is the second time the vessel has operated on 100% ethanol and helped test fueling procedures and supply chains at a larger scale, providing even more proof that the switch is possible.
2. New ethanol-powered engines developed. Swiss marine power company WinGD recently announced the production of an ethanol-powered engine, with multiple orders already secured.
What still needs to happen?
NCGA is advocating for better approaches to carbon marketing, as well as beneficial policies.
Fair, Accurate Modeling: Since the maritime market is interested in sustainable fuels, it's critical that corn-based ethanol is evaluated fairly. The frameworks most often used to account for carbon intensity do not fully recognize the vast improvements farmers have made in sustainability and efficiency in recent decades.
This can change with a science-based carbon accounting framework that recognizes these gains, such as Department of Energy's Argonne National Lab's GREET model, along with transparent methods to analyze full lifecycle impact. In other words, NCGA is fighting for science-based, math-driven methods that give corn farmers the credit they deserve.
Beneficial Policy: NCGA is also exploring ways the federal government could help spur success with this market. That could look like:
* Ensuring sustainability metrics, like emissions, that customers use are based on accurate data.
* Working with administration officials, from agriculture to energy and environmental protection to trade, to secure recognition of crop-based renewable fuels that would help grow markets for U.S. ethanol exports.
The Bottom Line
"NCGA's work to develop the maritime fuel market aims to build consistent annual demand for U.S. corn - the kind that supports corn farmers across America," said Ohio Farmer and NCGA President Jed Bower. "This market will take time to develop, and that's exactly the kind of long-term planning that our national commodity organizations are best suited for. The work we do today could mean my children have a better chance to return to the farm, should they choose to do so."
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Original text here: https://www.ncga.com/stay-informed/media/in-the-news/article/2026/07/from-the-field-to-the-open-sea
[Category: Agriculture]
NBTA Brings Intercity Bus Industry to Capitol Hill for Inaugural Washington Fly-In
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Bus Association issued the following news:
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NBTA Brings Intercity Bus Industry to Capitol Hill for Inaugural Washington Fly-In
The organization's first-ever fly-in amplifies the voice of the intercity bus network within federal policymaking.
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The National Bus Traffic Association (NBTA) recently held its first-ever Washington, D.C., Fly-In, marking a significant step in expanding the voice of the nation's intercity bus network in the federal policymaking process.
Led by Fred Ferguson, CEO of the National Bus Traffic Association as well as President
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WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Bus Association issued the following news:
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NBTA Brings Intercity Bus Industry to Capitol Hill for Inaugural Washington Fly-In
The organization's first-ever fly-in amplifies the voice of the intercity bus network within federal policymaking.
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The National Bus Traffic Association (NBTA) recently held its first-ever Washington, D.C., Fly-In, marking a significant step in expanding the voice of the nation's intercity bus network in the federal policymaking process.
Led by Fred Ferguson, CEO of the National Bus Traffic Association as well as Presidentand CEO of the American Bus Association, and by ABA's advocacy team, industry leaders participated in several meetings with members of Congress and congressional staff. The delegation also met with FMCSA Administrator Derek Barrs at U.S. Department of Transportation headquarters to discuss issues affecting scheduled intercity bus service nationwide.
The NBTA is the nation's leading organization representing the intercity bus network, bringing together more than 70 operators that provide scheduled service connecting communities across the country. The sector represents approximately $60 billion in economic activity and serves as a critical transportation option for millions of travelers each year.
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"Today's [fly-in] event demonstrates that our industry is organized, engaged, and committed to working with policymakers to strengthen scheduled bus service for the millions of people who depend on it."
- Nick Crist, Chair, NBTA
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The Fly-In reflects NBTA's growing commitment to public policy and advocacy under the leadership of NBTA Chair Nick Crist, Vice President of Operations and Safety at Adirondack Trailways. Earlier this year, the Association established its Regulatory and Legislative Subcommittee to provide focused leadership on federal policy, regulatory affairs, and industry advocacy.
"Intercity bus service is an essential part of America's transportation network, connecting rural and urban communities while providing an affordable and reliable travel option," said Nick Crist, Chair of the National Bus Traffic Association. "Today's event demonstrates that our industry is organized, engaged, and committed to working with policymakers to strengthen scheduled bus service for the millions of people who depend on it."
"NBTA has long been the operational backbone of the intercity bus industry, and today we took an important step in becoming a stronger advocacy voice as well," said Ferguson. "By bringing operators directly to Capitol Hill and the Department of Transportation, we're ensuring that federal policymakers better understand the value of scheduled bus service and the importance of policies that help our industry grow."
NBTA plans to continue expanding its advocacy efforts through regular engagement with Congress, federal agencies, and industry stakeholders as it advances policies that support a safe, reliable, and financially sustainable intercity bus network.
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Original text here: https://www.buses.org/news/nbta-brings-intercity-bus-industry-to-capitol-hill-for-inaugural-washington-fly-in/
[Category: Transportation]
Frost & Sullivan Identifies AI-Powered Workplace Platforms as the Next Growth Frontier for Video Conferencing Devices
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 24 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Frost & Sullivan Identifies AI-Powered Workplace Platforms as the Next Growth Frontier for Video Conferencing Devices
AI, intelligent workplace ecosystems and hybrid work modernisation will reshape enterprise collaboration through 2030
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Frost & Sullivan's latest Global Video Conferencing Devices Market, Forecast to 2030 reveals that enterprise video collaboration is entering a new phase
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 24 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Frost & Sullivan Identifies AI-Powered Workplace Platforms as the Next Growth Frontier for Video Conferencing Devices
AI, intelligent workplace ecosystems and hybrid work modernisation will reshape enterprise collaboration through 2030
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Frost & Sullivan's latest Global Video Conferencing Devices Market, Forecast to 2030 reveals that enterprise video collaboration is entering a new phaseof evolution, with artificial intelligence transforming video conferencing devices from standalone meeting hardware into intelligent workplace platforms that improve productivity, automate workflows and enhance business outcomes.
Following the rapid expansion of collaboration technologies during the pandemic, the market has entered a period of normalisation. Future growth will increasingly be driven by workplace modernisation, AI adoption, device refresh cycles and the growing importance of software ecosystems rather than hardware specifications alone.
"As enterprises accelerate AI adoption, video conferencing devices are evolving from room hardware into strategic workplace platforms, making AI-enabled meeting environments a key driver of better business outcomes," said Roopam Jain, Information & Communications Technologies Vice President at Frost & Sullivan.
"Our research finds that organisations are increasingly prioritising workplace effectiveness over simple occupancy metrics, while AI-enabled meeting rooms are becoming operational hubs capable of capturing meeting intelligence, generating summaries, assigning actions and integrating directly into enterprise workflows," Jain added.
Competitive differentiation is also shifting rapidly. Rather than evaluating devices solely on camera resolution or audio quality, enterprises are increasingly selecting vendors based on ecosystem capabilities, including interoperability, cloud integrations, centralised management, workplace analytics, automation and sustainability.
The report forecasts continued long-term growth as organisations invest in AI-enabled collaboration environments that support hybrid work, intelligent workplaces and digital transformation initiatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is changing in the video conferencing devices market?
Enterprise video collaboration is evolving beyond traditional meeting room hardware. Organisations are investing in intelligent collaboration environments that combine AI, analytics, automation and cloud integration to improve workplace effectiveness rather than simply enabling video meetings.
Why is AI becoming important in video conferencing?
AI is increasingly automating the entire meeting lifecycle - from scheduling and transcription to summarisation, action tracking and workflow integration. Frost & Sullivan believes AI-enabled collaboration devices are becoming strategic workplace platforms rather than standalone peripherals.
What are the biggest trends shaping enterprise collaboration?
Key trends include:
* Agentic AI
* Intelligent workplace ecosystems
* Hybrid work optimisation
* Workplace analytics
* Edge AI
* Interoperability
* Sustainability
* Workplace experience platforms
These technologies are redefining how organisations collaborate and measure workplace performance.
How should organisations evaluate collaboration technology?
Hardware specifications are no longer sufficient.
Frost & Sullivan recommends evaluating collaboration platforms based on:
* AI capabilities
* Ecosystem integrations
* Device management
* Security and governance
* Workplace analytics
* Automation
* User experience
* Total business outcomes
These capabilities increasingly determine long-term value and competitive differentiation.
Why are video conferencing devices becoming strategic workplace platforms?
Modern collaboration devices increasingly function as workplace sensors that generate operational intelligence, automate business processes and connect directly into enterprise workflows.
As AI capabilities mature, meeting rooms are evolving from passive collaboration spaces into intelligent environments that improve organisational productivity.
What industries will benefit most?
The research identifies strong opportunities across:
* Enterprise workplaces
* Government
* Education
* Healthcare
* Financial services
* Hybrid work environments
* Large meeting spaces
* Collaboration-intensive organisations
Organisations modernising workplace experiences are expected to see the greatest long-term value.
Where can organisations learn more?
The complete Global Video Conferencing Devices Market, Forecast to 2030 study provides detailed market forecasts, competitive analysis, technology trends and strategic growth opportunities. To purchase the full report, please visit our store: Global Video Conferencing Devices Market, Forecast to 2030 (https://store.frost.com/global-video-conferencing-devices-market-forecast-to-2030-3750.html)
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About Frost & Sullivan
Frost & Sullivan, the Transformational Growth Company, enables clients to accelerate growth and achieve best-in-class positions in growth, innovation, and leadership. The company's Growth Pipeline as a Service provides the CEO's Growth Team with transformational strategies and best-practice models to drive the generation, evaluation, and implementation of powerful growth opportunities. For over 60 years, Frost & Sullivan has partnered with investors, corporate leaders, and governments to identify, prioritise, and execute transformational growth strategies.
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Original text here: https://www.frost.com/news/press-releases/information-communications-technology-press-releases/frost-sullivan-identifies-ai-powered-workplace-platforms-as-the-next-growth-frontier-for-video-conferencing-devices/
[Category: BizConsulting]
Biosimilars Council and AAM Applaud Senate Markup and Committee Passage of the Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Association for Accessible Medicines issued the following news release:
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Biosimilars Council and AAM Applaud Senate Markup and Committee Passage of the Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act
Legislation codifies FDA's science-based approach to biosimilar review by limiting comparative efficacy studies; Introduced and Passed House Committee This Week
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The Biosimilars Council and the Association for Accessible Medicines today thanked the Senate HELP Committee for marking up and passing the Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act. This legislation will codify FDA's science-based
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WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The Association for Accessible Medicines issued the following news release:
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Biosimilars Council and AAM Applaud Senate Markup and Committee Passage of the Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act
Legislation codifies FDA's science-based approach to biosimilar review by limiting comparative efficacy studies; Introduced and Passed House Committee This Week
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The Biosimilars Council and the Association for Accessible Medicines today thanked the Senate HELP Committee for marking up and passing the Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act. This legislation will codify FDA's science-basedapproach to biosimilar review by limiting comparative efficacy studies. AAM and the Biosimilars Council have long called for clarifications in the current guidance and seek faster, more efficient comparative methods. The Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act will reduce the costs and risks of biosimilar development and encourage industry investment in biosimilars.
"Legacy regulations can often outlive their usefulness," said John Murphy III, President and CEO of AAM. "Outdated and less effective clinical studies waste time, slow approvals, and ultimately cost American patients more money. We are thankful to Senators Rand Paul of Kentucky and Maggie Hassan of New Hampshire for their leadership and focus on cutting costs for patients, and we appreciate the FDA for their continued and persistent work on this issue."
Similar legislation was passed by the House Energy and Commerce Committee this week, sponsored by Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) and Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08). The Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act is now ready for a vote in the full Senate as well as the full House of Representatives.
"Comparative efficacy studies are rarely necessary to demonstrate biosimilarity, and eliminating unnecessary comparative efficacy studies isn't just good science --it brings patients more affordable biosimilar options, faster," said Alex Keeton, Executive Director of the Biosimilars Council. "The science is clear when it comes to utilizing clinical data."
The Biosimilars Council and AAM have long supported eliminating unnecessary comparative clinical efficacy studies. Doing so will reduce unnecessary development costs and risks while encouraging greater biosimilar competition. Comparative efficacy studies should be the exception rather than a generally applied rule and explain the limited circumstances in which they might be scientifically justified. FDA rightly codified discouraging comparative efficacy studies when analytical, functional, and PK methodologies are sufficient to detect clinically meaningful differences.
The Expedited Access to Biosimilars Act will codify FDA's guidance into law to ensure that the approval process is updated, safe, and predictable.
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About AAM
The Association for Accessible Medicines, your generics and biosimilars industry, is driven by the belief that access to safe, quality, effective medicine has a tremendous impact on a person's life and the world around them. AAM represents the manufacturers of finished generic pharmaceuticals and biosimilars, manufacturers of bulk pharmaceutical chemicals, and suppliers of other goods and services to the generic industry. Generic pharmaceuticals are 90 percent of prescriptions dispensed in the U.S. but only 12 percent of total drug spending.
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About the Biosimilars Council
The Biosimilars Council, a division of the Association for Accessible Medicines, works to ensure a positive environment for patient access to biosimilar medicines. The Biosimilars Council is the leading source for information about the safety and efficacy of more affordable alternatives to costly brand biologic medicines. Areas of focus include public and health expert education, government affairs, legal affairs, and regulatory policy. More information is available at www.biosimilarscouncil.org.
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Original text here: https://accessiblemeds.org/resources/press-releases/senate-passage-expedited-access-biosimilars-act/
[Category: Pharmaceuticals]
American Fintech Council Urges Senate to Swiftly Confirm Brian Johnson as Director of the CFPB
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Fintech Council, an organization that says it promotes a transparent, inclusive and customer-centric financial system, issued the following news release:
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American Fintech Council (AFC) Urges Senate to Swiftly Confirm Brian Johnson as Director of the CFPB
AFC emphasizes Johnson's regulatory expertise and pragmatic approach as crucial for advancing responsible innovation in financial services
Calls on CFPB to prioritize rulemaking on Open Banking and Earned Wage Access
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The American Fintech Council (AFC), the largest industry association representing
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WASHINGTON, July 24 -- The American Fintech Council, an organization that says it promotes a transparent, inclusive and customer-centric financial system, issued the following news release:
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American Fintech Council (AFC) Urges Senate to Swiftly Confirm Brian Johnson as Director of the CFPB
AFC emphasizes Johnson's regulatory expertise and pragmatic approach as crucial for advancing responsible innovation in financial services
Calls on CFPB to prioritize rulemaking on Open Banking and Earned Wage Access
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The American Fintech Council (AFC), the largest industry association representingboth responsible fintech companies and innovative banks, sent a letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs strongly urging swift bipartisan confirmation of Brian Johnson as Director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB).
"Mr. Johnson brings a unique combination of regulatory and legislative experience to this role and the perfect leader at the right time," said Phil Goldfeder, CEO of the American Fintech Council. "With a strong leader and a pragmatic approach, the CFPB can provide the clarity and certainty for emerging responsible innovation in financial services that enable innovation without compromising on consumer protection."
In its letter to Chairman Tim Scott and Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren, AFC outlines several key policy priorities that Johnson is uniquely equipped to address. AFC supported the CFPB's 2025 Advisory Opinion clarifying the core principles of Earned Wage Access (EWA) services and recognizing key features that distinguish it from credit, and continues to support legislative action on EWA under the Administrative Procedure Act to provide the market with long-term stability. AFC has also expressed support for the ongoing effort to formalize consumers' rights to their own financial data under Section 1033 of the Dodd-Frank Act, urging the CFPB to continue examining secondary-use and annual reauthorization provisions to improve financial data portability.
AFC emphasizes the need to encourage, rather than stifle, responsible innovation by taking a fresh look at the CFPB's existing regulatory frameworks. AFC specifically calls for a common-sense recalibration to exempt Buy-Now-Pay-Later (BNPL) products from the 2017 Payday, Vehicle Title, and Certain High-Cost Installment Loans Rule, noting that the regulation unintentionally sweeps in products that it was never designed to regulate.
"Establishing clear, formal regulatory guidelines is critical to providing the market with long-term stability," said Ian P. Moloney, Chief Policy Officer of the American Fintech Council. "Mr. Johnson's leadership will ensure that CFPB engages constructively with industry to deliver clear, durable policy frameworks that foster innovation while delivering better outcomes for consumers."
A standards-based organization, the American Fintech Council (AFC) is the largest and most diverse trade association representing financial technology (fintech) companies and innovative banks. On behalf of over 150 member companies and partners, AFC promotes a transparent, inclusive, and customer-centric financial system by supporting responsible innovation in financial services and encouraging sound public policy. AFC members foster competition in consumer finance and pioneer products to better serve underserved consumer segments and geographies.
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Original text here: https://www.fintechcouncil.org/press-releases/american-fintech-council-afc-urges-senate-to-swiftly-confirm-brian-johnson-as-director-of-the-cfpb
[Category: Financial Services]
AARP Georgia Poll: Older Voters Poised to Decide Tight Governor, Senate Races
WASHINGTON, July 24 -- AARP issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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New AARP Georgia Poll: Older Voters Poised to Decide Tight Governor, Senate Races
Older voters make up Georgia's most influential voting bloc, and one in eight voters age 50+ are swing voters who could decide November's closest races as affordability tops their concerns.
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Today, AARP released new polling showing that voters age 50 and older are poised to play the decisive role in Georgia's closely watched Governor and Senate races. Conducted by the bipartisan team of Fabrizio Ward and Impact Research, the
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WASHINGTON, July 24 -- AARP issued the following news release on July 23, 2026:
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New AARP Georgia Poll: Older Voters Poised to Decide Tight Governor, Senate Races
Older voters make up Georgia's most influential voting bloc, and one in eight voters age 50+ are swing voters who could decide November's closest races as affordability tops their concerns.
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Today, AARP released new polling showing that voters age 50 and older are poised to play the decisive role in Georgia's closely watched Governor and Senate races. Conducted by the bipartisan team of Fabrizio Ward and Impact Research, thesurvey highlights the outsized influence of older voters in one of the nation's premier battleground states.
In Georgia's 2026 primary, voters age 50 and older accounted for 68% of all ballots cast. AARP's new survey also found that 88% of Georgia voters age 50+ rate themselves a "10" on a 10-point motivation-to-vote scale, compared with 62% of voters under 50, reinforcing that older voters remain highly engaged and are likely to determine the outcome of these competitive races.
"Voters age 50 and older will decide this November's Georgia races," said Nancy LeaMond, AARP Executive Vice President and Chief Advocacy Officer. "Candidates who speak directly to the issues these voters care about most--including rising prices, protecting Social Security and Medicare, and lowering health care costs--will have the greatest opportunity to earn their support."
In a tight governor's race, Keisha Lance Bottoms (D) leads Rick Jackson (R) 48 percent to 46 percent, within the margin of error. However, age is one of the key dividing lines in the race. Jackson leads by 13 points among voters age 50 and older, driven by strong support from voters 65 and older, while Bottoms leads by 23 points among voters under 50.
In the race for Senate, Senator Jon Ossoff (D) holds a 52 percent to 43 percent lead over Rep. Mike Collins (R). Ossoff has a 30-point advantage among voters under 50, and a narrow lead among voters 50-64, although Collins has a sizable advantage among voters over 65 (24 points). Women 50+ stand out as a notable toss-up, while Ossoff leads among swing voters 50+ by 23 points.
"One in eight voters over 50 are swing voters, making them one of the most influential voting blocs in this election," said AARP Georgia State Director Vanessa Payne. "Georgians are focused on key issues affecting their daily lives--from protecting Social Security and Medicare to managing the rising cost of living. Candidates who understand those priorities will be best positioned to earn their votes."
AARP's polling found that affordability is the top issue for voters 50+, followed by immigration and border security, and threats to democracy.
Among voters age 50+:
* 48% say Social Security is or will be a major source of income for their household.
* 92% say that they are more likely to support a candidate who will make sure they'll receive the Social Security they've earned through a lifetime of work.
* 87% say they would be more likely to support a candidate who would expand Medicare's ability to negotiate drug prices to help lower prescription drug costs.
* 75% are concerned that expanding AI data centers will increase their electric utility bills, and 85% say policymakers should ensure residential utility customers don't pay those costs.
AARP commissioned the bipartisan polling team of Fabrizio Ward (R) and Impact Research (D) to conduct the survey of likely Georgia voters. This is the second poll in AARP's 2026 battleground polling series, following the Ohio survey released in June. The firms interviewed 1,060 likely voters statewide. The survey was done between July 13 and July 16, 2026. The interviews were conducted via live interviewer on cell phone (40%) and landline (15%), as well as SMS-to-web (45%). The sample was randomly drawn from the Georgia voter list. The margin of sampling error at the 95% confidence level for the 1,060 statewide sample is +-3.0%.
View the full survey results at www.aarp.org/ga2026voterpoll. Additional information about AARP's 2026 battleground polling series is available at www.aarp.org/voterpolls2026 and aarp.org/GApoll.
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About AARP
AARP is the nation's largest nonprofit, nonpartisan organization dedicated to empowering people 50 and older to choose how they live as they age. With a nationwide presence, AARP strengthens communities and advocates for what matters most to the 125 million Americans 50-plus and their families: health and financial security, and personal fulfillment. AARP also produces the nation's largest-circulation publications: AARP The Magazine and the AARP Bulletin. To learn more, visit aarp.org, aarp.org/espanol or follow @AARP, @AARPLatino and @AARPadvocates on social media.
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Original text here: https://www.aarp.org/press/releases/2026-07-22-new-aarp-georgia-poll-older-voters-poised-to-decide-tight-governor-senate-races/
[Category: Sociological]
