Podcasts about crossborder

Why can we track a meal traveling across town almost minute by minute, yet an international parcel can seemingly disappear between checkout and delivery? In this episode, I speak with Dieter Van Putte from Crossborder Global, a division of Bnode that provides global commerce and logistics services. Dieter oversees technology and operations across Landmark Global and Apple Express, giving him a close view of what happens when retailers attempt to sell and deliver products across international markets. Dieter explains why cross border delivery remains so difficult to track despite years of investment in supply chain technology. A domestic shipment may involve one main carrier, but an international order can pass between warehouses, road carriers, airports, airlines, customs authorities and final-mile delivery companies. Each participant may record events differently, operate at a different level of technical maturity or provide information at a different speed. We discuss why the customer rarely sees this complexity. They simply expect to know when their order will arrive, what duties and taxes they must pay, plus what will happen if the product needs to be returned. When retailers cannot provide those answers, the problem quickly becomes one of trust rather than logistics alone. Dieter also describes the less visible cost of manual reconciliation. Teams can spend hours checking carrier websites, comparing rates, reviewing spreadsheets, correcting customs information and translating inconsistent tracking events. Mistakes create further work through delayed parcels, billing disputes, customer inquiries and complaints. The direct labor cost matters, but the effect on repeat purchases and customer reviews may prove even more expensive. Our conversation then turns to the role of automation and AI. Dieter explains how technology can support product classification, customs documentation, landed-cost calculations and exception handling. We also examine logistics control towers, which combine data from multiple parties to provide an end-to-end view of an order. With enough reliable information, these systems can detect patterns, predict delays and recommend or initiate corrective action before the customer is affected. There is plenty of promise here, but good software cannot remove every customs rule, carrier handoff or data-quality problem. Retailers still need the right partners, accurate product information and a clear understanding of the promise they are making at checkout. Could better use of data finally make international delivery feel as dependable as domestic shipping, and what would need to change first? Listen to the conversation and share your thoughts with me.

A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition:  US House Budget Committee approves budget resolution without tax-writing committee instructions – OECD officials offer Pillar Two global minimum tax CIT estimates – OECD reports on MNE responses to global minimum tax – OECD testing risk assessment framework using GMT return data – OECD to present IF with global mobility project proposal – US announces 25% tariffs on Brazilian imports.

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A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition:  US Congress to return from recess to possible budget reconciliation 3.0 – Treasury official opposes public CbCR, defends BEPS side-by-side deal – Coming BEPS report to show reduction in tax revenue – USMCA review deadline passes, further talks.

First, we'll tell you what President Trump's refusal to renew the trade agreement could mean for our cross-border economies. Then, Medicare proposes changes regarding conversations around end-of-life care. Next, how dealing with breast cancer inspired one San Diego city council member. And, a new park is coming to Carlsbad that honors our local military and veterans community.

Jeśli wyjście za granicę oznacza dla Ciebie przetłumaczenie opisów produktów i tyle - mam złą wiadomość. To najprostsza droga do tego, żeby przepalić budżet i odbić się od rynku, na którym wszystko wydawało się takie proste.Bo za granicą nie chodzi o to, żeby przetłumaczyć polski sklep. Chodzi o to, żeby zbudować sprzedaż od nowa - inne bestsellery, inne drzewo kategorii, inna strona główna, inni przewoźnicy. A technologia, którą masz, często po prostu za tym nie nadąża. I wtedy zaczynają się kłopoty: klony sklepów, kilka silników naraz, koszty, które rosną z każdym nowym rynkiem.W tym materiale tłumaczę, na co patrzeć od strony technologicznej, zanim ruszysz z ekspansją:➡️ dlaczego samo tłumaczenie sklepu to za mało i co klient od razu wyłapuje➡️ czym grozi stawianie klonów tego samego sklepu na kolejnych rynkach➡️ na co uważać przy platformach SaaS, żeby cennik nie zaskoczył Cię po fakcie➡️ kiedy naprawdę zaczyna być potrzebny PIM➡️ co musi ogarnąć Twój ERP, gdy dochodzą nowe waluty, podatki i przewoźnicyJeśli planujesz ekspansję zagraniczną albo już sprzedajesz na kilku rynkach i czujesz, że technologia zaczyna Cię ograniczać - ten film pomoże Ci uniknąć kilku kosztownych pułapek.

EP 427 — Preparing UK founders for the shock of needing US GAAP fast when American investors arrive.Most founders only discover the real cost of US GAAP when an investor demands it. Katrina Nacci explains why the pain isn't the accounting rules, but the sudden need for better systems, documentation and proper consolidation.This episode breaks down the operational gaps that derail UK and European scale‑ups: revenue treatment, data hygiene, legacy systems, multi-entity chaos and how to avoid a six‑month panic. Practical decisions, not theory.What You'll Learn in This Episode:• Map when US GAAP is actually triggered• Fix weak processes before an investor audit• Build documentation US auditors expect• Handle multi‑entity, multi‑standard consolidation• Decide when IFRS vs US GAAP matters commerciallyFor founders eyeing US money or expansion, this episode helps you avoid an avoidable mess.*For Apple Podcast chapters, access them from the menu in the bottom right corner of your player*Spotify Video Chapters:0:00 The hidden problem behind “we need US GAAP”1:00 When US GAAP is actually triggered4:00 Why statutory audits don't prepare you8:00 Revenue recognition and documentation gaps12:00 What US auditors expect16:00 How conversions really work inside a group20:00 Systems, ERPs and multi‑GAAP reality24:00 Cost, timelines and team size28:00 IFRS vs US GAAP in practice33:00 Cultural realities of US expansion38:00 Preparing early and avoiding traps45:00 War stories and common pitfallsWatch and subscribe to us on YouTubeFollow us:InstagramTikTokLinkedInTwitterFacebookIf you'd like to be on the show, get in contact - contact@withoutbs.com

The African Unite Borders Bus Trucks Association says legitimate cross-border operators are being undermined by illegal bus companies repatriating undocumented passengers using embassy-issued repatriation certificates instead of valid cross-border permits. The association warns this practice may violate the Cross-Border Road Transport Act No. 4 of 1998 and the National Land Transport Act of 2009, and raises concerns that some of these operators may still be awarded government contracts. AUBBTA is calling for urgent intervention, warning that misuse or forgery of repatriation documents could pose serious legal and security risks. For more we are now joined on the line by Phumudzo Mukhwathi from the African Unite Borders Trucks Association

A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition:  US Budget Reconciliation 3.0 still being floated – US and OECD officials offer views on digital taxation and Pillar Two.

Join Dr. Jen on this episode of My Life as a Landlord as she sits down with Spencer Shefron to unpack his journey from remote-management experiments to building a five-line business empire. They dive deep into the world of short-term rentals, exploring why U.S. markets offer unbeatable cash flow compared to traditional development. Spencer also reveals the secrets behind Rev Whisper, his new AI-driven product that automates revenue optimization for short-term rentals. Whether you're curious about cross-border structuring, E2 visas, or just maximizing your rental income, this episode is packed with actionable insights. Tune in for a fun, fast-paced conversation that will change how you look at real estate investing!  Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jeff Zielinski is CFO of Hong Kong-based Buyandship, a leading cross-border e-commerce platform with operations across Hong Kong, Taiwan, the Philippines, Vietnam, and Malaysia. He has spent his entire career working at the intersection of Asia, TMT, and finance.Jeff began his career in 2000 in Morgan Stanley's technology investment banking group in Hong Kong, working on transactions for many of Asia's largest technology companies. From 2005 to 2015, he was with Goldman Sachs Principal Strategies (GSPS) and Azentus Capital — the Asia GSPS spinoff — captaining investments in TMT and Greater China across the major technology verticals, including internet, e-commerce, semiconductors, and hardware. At Goldman Sachs, he also represented GSPS Asia on the firm's Asia Pacific Risk Committee, and was a founding partner at Azentus when it spun off from Goldman in 2011 under the Volcker Rule. Earlier in his career, he held technology-related roles at News Corporation.Today, alongside his work at Buyandship, Jeff is an active investor and advisor in the regional technology ecosystem and serves with education-focused nonprofits in the community.LinkedIn: https://hk.linkedin.com/in/jeff-zielinski

In this episode, Jasmine Daya shares her unique insights on cross-border real estate investing, legal strategies, and innovative technology solutions for private lenders. Discover how her diverse experience helps investors navigate complex markets in Canada and the US.   Professional Real Estate Investors - How we can help you: Investor Fuel Mastermind:  Learn more about the Investor Fuel Mastermind, including 100% deal financing, massive discounts from vendors and sponsors you're already using, our world class community of over 150 members, and SO much more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/apply   Investor Machine Marketing Partnership:  Are you looking for consistent, high quality lead generation? Investor Machine is America's #1 lead generation service professional investors. Investor Machine provides true 'white glove' support to help you build the perfect marketing plan, then we'll execute it for you…talking and working together on an ongoing basis to help you hit YOUR goals! Learn more here: http://www.investormachine.com   Coaching with Mike Hambright:  Interested in 1 on 1 coaching with Mike Hambright? Mike coaches entrepreneurs looking to level up, build coaching or service based businesses (Mike runs multiple 7 and 8 figure a year businesses), building a coaching program and more. Learn more here: https://investorfuel.com/coachingwithmike   Attend a Vacation/Mastermind Retreat with Mike Hambright: Interested in joining a "mini-mastermind" with Mike and his private clients on an upcoming "Retreat", either at locations like Cabo San Lucas, Napa, Park City ski trip, Yellowstone, or even at Mike's East Texas "Big H Ranch"? Learn more here: http://www.investorfuel.com/retreat   Property Insurance: Join the largest and most investor friendly property insurance provider in 2 minutes. Free to join, and insure all your flips and rentals within minutes! There is NO easier insurance provider on the planet (turn insurance on or off in 1 minute without talking to anyone!), and there's no 15-30% agent mark up through this platform!  Register here: https://myinvestorinsurance.com/   New Real Estate Investors - How we can work together: Investor Fuel Club (Coaching and Deal Partner Community): Looking to kickstart your real estate investing career? Join our one of a kind Coaching Community, Investor Fuel Club, where you'll get trained by some of the best real estate investors in America, and partner with them on deals! You don't need $ for deals…we'll partner with you and hold your hand along the way! Learn More here: http://www.investorfuel.com/club   —--------------------

A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition:  US congressional Republicans weigh budget reconciliation 3.0 options – US confident of Pillar Two side-by-side agreement, Pillar One is dead – OECD opens public consultation on digital platform tax information exchange – OECD to release copper transfer pricing toolkit.

In this episode, Dharm sits down with Michael Boel, Head of Clearing Technology at Banking Circle, to explore why moving money around the world remains slower, more expensive, and more complex than many people realise. Drawing on more than 15 years of experience across banking, capital markets, and payments, Michael shares his journey through the industry and reflects on how payment infrastructure has evolved to meet the demands of an increasingly digital economy. He also discusses Banking Circle's growth from a startup into a global financial infrastructure provider serving banks, fintechs, and payment service providers worldwide. A central theme of the conversation is the inefficiency of traditional cross-border payments. While customers often expect transactions to happen instantly, international payments can involve multiple intermediary banks, foreign exchange conversions, compliance checks, and legacy systems. Michael explains how these layers create delays, increase costs, and add complexity for both businesses and consumers. Dharm and Michael explore the role of correspondent banking and why many international payments still rely on infrastructure that was designed decades ago. They discuss how intermediary institutions, bilateral agreements, and currency conversion processes contribute to both the cost and uncertainty often associated with moving money across borders. The conversation also examines how Banking Circle is tackling these challenges by connecting directly to local clearing systems and central bank infrastructures. By reducing reliance on intermediaries, the company aims to make global payments feel local, improving speed, transparency, and cost efficiency. Another key topic is tokenisation and its potential to reshape payments. As stablecoins and digital assets continue to gain attention across the financial sector, Michael shares his views on the opportunities they create, including faster settlement, greater transparency, and programmable payments. However, he also highlights the need for industry collaboration, investment, and regulatory certainty before these technologies can achieve widespread adoption. Regulation and financial crime prevention are another major focus. Michael explains the significant operational and technological investment required to meet anti-money laundering, sanctions screening, and compliance obligations, while balancing the need to deliver seamless customer experiences. Looking ahead, Michael predicts a future with greater interoperability between payment systems, increased adoption of tokenised assets, and reduced friction in global commerce. He also discusses the growing role of artificial intelligence in accelerating innovation and helping financial institutions manage increasingly complex payment ecosystems. For anyone interested in payments, banking infrastructure, fintech innovation, or the future of digital finance, this episode offers valuable insights into the forces shaping the next generation of global payments.

Semafor reported that Flutterwave aims to become Africa's go-to fintech. The plan centers on unifying card payments, bank transfers, mobile money, and payouts under one provider across multiple African markets. Competition includes Safaricom's M-Pesa, MTN Group's MoMo, Paystack, and Chipper Cash. Regulatory approvals and compliance across countries such as Nigeria, Kenya, South Africa, and Egypt will determine execution speed. Merchants will evaluate providers on reliability, settlement, fraud controls, dispute handling, and foreign exchange tools. Partnerships with banks, telcos, card networks, and major platforms will influence adoption by enterprises and marketplaces.Learn more on this news by visiting us at: https://greyjournal.net/news/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kristof Horvat, Innovation Projects at Eurosender, discusses solving fragmented cross-border e-commerce parcel delivery. Cross-border pain points for SMEs that are growing Contrast between domestic e-commerce and expanding into cross-border e-commerce Problems merchants face in managing multiple carriers across different countries Understanding parcel pricing, surcharges and dynamic pricing The role of platforms in cross-border e-commerce delivery The different kinds of platforms available to e-commerce sellers How postal operators can help e-commerce sellers expand beyond their domestic market Options available to postal operators for better international coverage Post Luxembourg case study  

Jair Martinez, Chief Commercial Officer at Finacity, joins host Patrick Dolan to discuss cross-border trade receivables financings and securitizations. Jair covers how these deals are typically structured, the complexities that come with operating across borders, how to manage the key risks involved and the trends shaping the market's future. Listen and subscribe to the Securitization Insight podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or your preferred podcast app.

After a short break to rest and recover, I am back!  This episode is a quick catch-up on where I have been, what I have been working on, and what's coming next on the podcast.In early June, I was in Toronto for the STEP National Conference and Board Meetings... hands down one of the professional highlights of my year.  In this episode, I take you behind the scenes of the conference, share why STEP (the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) has had such a profound impact on my career, and explain why the TEP designation matters (especially for clients with complex estate and cross-border considerations).We also get into:How my practice has evolved toward complex, international estate planningEmerging issues in estates and trusts (think: electronic wills, cross-border families, surrogacy, and fraud risks)Highlights from the STEP conference (key sessions, incredible speakers, and the power of professional community)Mentorship, connection, and why building networks in this profession really mattersOn the personal side, I share a bit about choosing rest over burnout, celebrating a major milestone with my articling student becoming a lawyer, and what's ahead this summer (including travel and upcoming podcast episodes).RESOURCES DISCUSSED ON THIS EPISODE:STEP CanadaHERE ARE SOME OTHER WAYS TO CONNECT WITH ME:My website! Email: thetaxchickpodcast@gmail.com@tax.chick (IG) LinkedInBe a "Tax Chick VIP"

In this episode of our Cross-Border Catch-Up podcast series, Samantha Duncan (Washington) and Justin Tarka (London) tackle the UK's Employment Rights Act 2025, the most sweeping overhaul of British employment law in decades, with changes rolling out across 2026 and into early 2027. The speakers walk global employers through the staggered timeline, from February's industrial action updates and April's day-one entitlements to October's extended tribunal claim window and the landmark January 2027 changes to unfair dismissal protections.

In this second Money20/20 Europe episode produced in partnership with LSEG Risk Intelligence, and our fourth from the show, we explore the escalating arms race between fraudsters and defenders, and the new trust infrastructure required to keep global payments, identity and digital assets secure. From AI‑powered scams and behavioural risk signals to cross‑border liquidity, deepfake‑driven onboarding attacks and the merging of TradFi and DeFi, this episode brings together leaders on the front line of financial crime, payments and crypto. Graham Barrett was joined by 1/ Vanessa Hurdowar, Sales Director, LSEG Risk Intelligence 2/ Will Marwick, Chief Executive Officer, IFX Payments 3/ Yair Tal, Chief Executive Officer, Au10Tix 4/ Carol Grunberg, Chief Partnerships Officer, Au10Tix 5/ Keith Grose, Senior Country Director UK, Coinbase 6/ Robert Bueninck, CEO, Unzer 7/ Alex Kopferschmitt, Strategic Partnerships Manager, TRM Labs A fast‑moving, insight‑rich episode capturing the biggest risk, identity and fraud themes dominating Money20/20 Europe and what the industry must build next to stay ahead.

A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition:  President Trump signs budget reconciliation 2.0 bill, calls for 3.0 – House tax writing committee holds digital tax hearing – US Tax Court rules on cryptocurrency staking awards – OECD IF issues guidance on GloBE information return electronic form.

Our Pulse Special series features the hottest content from the UK's leading ecommerce event, including panel discussions with respected brands and technology vendors.Exclusive to Inside Commerce, these discussions share interesting insights from respected industry practitioners.In this panel, ecommerce leaders discuss the operational capabilities that are critical to global commerce success.Panelists:Alister Hewitt, Director of Technology & Operations at Rat & BoaSara Gomes, Ecommerce Manager at Studio NicholsonRoss Allsop, Global Brand Advisor, Swap Commerce.Key discussion points:Maintaining brand integrity as you expand globally.Managing growth in the US through turbulent times.Strategies to smooth operations for handling returns.How operational inputs can improve the front-end customer experience.Keeping brand control & authenticity across agentic journeys.View all Pulse panels.About PulsePulse is an ecommerce conference designed for ambitious high-growth retailers and brands looking for inspiration and innovation from some of the top speakers in ecommerce and digital marketing. It takes place over 2 days every year in London, UK, with its sister New York event in September.FOLLOW US:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/inside-commerce/ 

In this episode of the What the FinTech? podcast, host and FinTech Futures Managing Editor Paul Hindle is joined by Cassie Craddock, Managing Director for UK and Europe at Ripple, to explore the work Ripple is doing to transform cross-border payments through blockchain technology and stablecoins and learn more about the company's expansion plans. Paul and Cassie discuss how Ripple's recent EMI licences in the UK and Luxembourg are positioning the company for significant growth across European markets, and what these regulatory milestones mean for clients and partnerships in the region. The conversation also covers the growing role of stablecoins in cross-border transactions, examining the advantages they offer over traditional methods, and how Ripple's USD stablecoin fits into the company's broader vision. And finally, we find out what fintech buzzword Cassie wants to throw into our Fintech Jail! ----------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT FINTECH FUTURES FinTech Futures is the #1 provider of global fintech news and intelligence. With a mission to empower the financial technology community, we bring you the latest updates and thought leadership from across the industry. From startups to established players, we cover the entire fintech ecosystem. Stay Connected with FinTech Futures: Visit our website: www.fintechfutures.com Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/fintechfutures/ Sign up to our newsletter: www.fintechfutures.com/newsletter Subscribe to our channel: www.youtube.com/@FinTechFutures

In this episode of our Cross-Border Catch-Up podcast series, Patty Shapiro (San Diego) and Goli Rahimi (Chicago) examine a growing trend of companies citing AI adoption as a basis for workforce reductions and how courts around the world are beginning to weigh in on whether those terminations are legally defensible. The speakers discuss how recent rulings from China and Spain reached different conclusions when considering unfair dismissal claims resulting from AI adoption, underscoring why local law, process, and documentation remain critical for global employers navigating AI-driven restructuring decisions.

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A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition:  US Senate approves budget reconciliation 2.0 bill – US Treasury Secretary testifies before congressional tax writing committees – House Ways and Means Committee to hold hearing on digital taxation on 9 June – USTR proposes additional ad valorem tariffs on 60 US trading partners – OECD releases public consultation draft on transfer pricing intra-group services.

Payments are speeding up everywhere, but the real story is what that speed breaks and what it demands from the people running the rails. I'm joined by Jennifer Barker, Global Head of Payments and Trade and Depositary Receipts at BNY, for a clear-eyed conversation about what's changing in the payments industry and what leaders should do next when complexity keeps piling up. From her journey through consulting and nearly two decades in payments to leading multiple global roles at BNY, Jennifer brings a practical view of how money actually moves at scale. We unpack the biggest pressures she hears from clients right now: navigating countless payment systems worldwide, balancing faster settlement with fraud controls, and fixing the friction that still plagues cross-border payments. Jennifer explains why interoperability matters so much and why clients don't want another new network to manage. They want outcomes: get it there fastest, safest, and most economically, with the right data attached. That data angle shows up again when we talk about ISO 20022 and why richer payment information can be just as valuable as the payment itself. We also dig into the always-on future and why 24/7/365 is more than a technology upgrade. It's an operating model challenge, with staffing, treasury workflows, and decisioning that must work nonstop. Finally, we zoom out on trends like AI in payments for anomaly detection and smart routing, and we tackle the stablecoin question with a grounded take on what really matters in cross-border: transparency, predictability, and reliability. 

Episode 227 with Mimi Kufour, Global COO of KoinKoin, a digital assets exchange and financial infrastructure company focused on solving cross border liquidity and payment challenges across Africa and other emerging markets. Mimi oversees the company's global operations across multiple jurisdictions and works closely with regulators as digital asset frameworks continue to evolve. She also serves as a Strategic Advisor to the Chamber of Digital Assets and Blockchain Innovation in Ghana, contributing to policy development and industry alignment across the region.In this episode, we explore how Africa's financial infrastructure is evolving and why digital assets are increasingly being viewed as more than just investment vehicles. Mimi shares her perspective on the structural challenges that continue to hinder cross border trade and payments across the continent, and explains how emerging technologies such as stablecoins are creating new possibilities for moving value more efficiently between African markets.Drawing on KoinKoin's experience operating across multiple regulatory environments, Mimi discusses the realities of building compliant digital asset infrastructure while engaging directly with policymakers and regulators. She examines the opportunities created by Africa's evolving regulatory landscape, the challenges of balancing innovation with oversight, and the growing debate around the role of governments, central banks, and private operators in shaping the future of financial services.What We Discuss With MimiWhy Africa may have a unique opportunity to build new financial infrastructure rather than retrofit legacy banking systems.How stablecoins and digital assets are evolving from speculative assets into critical infrastructure for payments, liquidity, and trade.The race to regulate digital assets across Africa and whether fragmented national frameworks are slowing innovation and growth.The tension between dollar denominated stablecoins and Africa's ambitions for monetary sovereignty and financial independence.What needs to happen before 2030 to unlock a truly borderless financial system that supports trade and investment across the continent.Did you miss my previous episode where I discus The Untapped Trillion Dollar Opportunity in Africa's Diaspora Economy? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with MimiLinkedIn - Mimi Kufuor and KoinKoinMany of the businesses unlocking opportunities in Africa don't do it alone. If you'd like strategic support on entering or expanding across African markets, reach out to our partners ETK Group:www.etkgroup.co.ukinfo@etkgroup.co.uk

Hola, friends!In this episode of Port of Entry, our team traces the origins of a groundbreaking U.S. university graduation ceremony held in Mexico — an initiative that has left a lasting legacy in the California/Baja Mexico border region.For the first time in U.S. history, the "Building Bridges" graduation ceremony, organized by San Diego State University's Imperial Valley satellite campus, brought together families separated by immigration policies who otherwise couldn't celebrate this milestone north of the border.The episode explores the profound impact of the event by hearing directly from a family who experienced it together. We also meet the organizers who made it possible, including Dr. Vannessa Falcon Orta, an old friend of Port of Entry whose idea helped spark the movement. Since then, similar ceremonies have spread to other institutions across the region.You won't want to miss this heartwarming episode!Featured and mentioned in this episode:Gilberto ReyesDr. Efren LopezSecretaría de Cultura de Baja CaliforniaCasa de la CulturaAdela de la Torre, SDSU presidentSDSU Dean of Student Affairs Omar R. Godoy, former Baja California Secretary of cultureUnfortunately, we couldn't feature all of the people who made the first edition possible in our episode but here are the folks who were part of the Inaugural Building Bridges Graduation from the 2022- Advisory CommitteeCarlos A. Fitch, B.A.- A.S. PresidentChristie Jimenez, MSW, PPSC- Graduate -Graduate Assistant, Cross-Cultural CenterEfren Lopez, Ph.D.- Assistant Professor, EnglishGilberto Reyes, M.A.- Adjunct Faculty, History & Chicanx StudiesIsmael Arvizu, B.A.- President Chicanx Sin FronterasIvanna Avalos, B.A.- Member, Chicanx Sin FronterasMelissa Villarreal, B.A.- Food Pantry CoordinatorSusana Lopez, B.A.- Administrative Coordinator, Division of Student AffairsVannessa Falcón Orta, Ph.D.- Faculty Director, Cross-Cultural Center (Committee Chair)About Season 6Port of Entry has a fresh new season for you, with richer stories of our border region. This season spotlights shapers and visionaries of the borderlands — people impacting the region, and in some cases the world, with their work and research. From urbanism and architecture to education, and politics, to art and robotics, these stories explore the region's most innovative voices.Listen in and join us!Social media and contactFrom KPBS, Port of Entry tells cross-border stories that connect us. More stories at www.portofentrypod.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/portofentrypodcastInstagram: www.instagram.com/portofentrypodSupport our show at www.kpbs.org/donate. Search “Port of Entry” in the gifts section to get our sling bag as a thank-you gift.If your business or nonprofit wants to sponsor our show, email corporatesupport@kpbs.org.Text or call the Port of Entry team at 619-500-3197 anytime with questions or comments about the show, or email us at podcasts@kpbs.org.CreditsHosts: Alan Lilienthal and Natalie GonzálezWriter/Producer: Julio C. Ortiz-FrancoTechnical Producer/Sound Designer: Adrian VillalobosEditor: Chrissy NguyenEpisodes translated by: Natalie González and Julio C. Ortíz FrancoDirector of Audio Programming and Operations: Lisa Morrisette

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China's securities regulator has launched a major crackdown on illegal cross-border securities activities, targeting online brokerages operating outside the country's regulatory framework. Why is Beijing acting now after years of scrutiny? What risks are regulators trying to contain? And does this signal a new era of stronger oversight in China's financial markets? Host Tu Yun joins Professor Hans-Peter Burghof, the Chair of the Banking and Finance Department, University of Hohenheim, Germany, Professor Liu Baocheng, the Director of the Center for International Business Ethics, University of International Business and Economics in Beijing, and Chen Jiahe, the Chief Investment Officer of the Beijing-based Novem Arcae Technologies for a close look.

Chris Cate, President & CEO of the San Diego Regional Chamber of Commerce, talks about the Chamber's unapologetic pro-business mission and its relentless support to empower business leaders across the Cali-Baja region. Cate chats about lessons learned during his first year leading the chamber. Listen Where You Live!About Spotlight and Cloudcast Media  "Spotlight On The Community" is the longest running community podcast in the country, continuously hosted by Drew Schlosberg for 20 years.  "Spotlight" is part of Cloudcast Media's line-up of powerful local podcasts, telling the stories, highlighting the people, and celebrating the gravitational power of local.   For more information on Cloudcast and its shows and cities served, please visit www.cloudcastmedia.us. Cloudcast Media | the national leader in local podcasting.   About Mission Fed Credit Union  A community champion for over 60 years, Mission Fed Credit Union with over $6 billion in member assets, is the Sponsor of Spotlight On The Community, helping to curate connectivity, collaboration, and catalytic conversations.  For more information on the many services for San Diego residents, be sure to visit them at https://www.missionfed.com/

A review of the week's major US international tax-related news. In this edition:  US Congress to return to budget reconciliation legislation after Memorial Day break – JCT issues "Blue Book" on OBBBA – IRS releases proposed Section 892 regs on foreign government income, updating applicability dates – OECD releases updated consolidated commentary to GloBE Model Rules.

Moving money is easy to describe and brutally hard to do well at global scale. When your network supports thousands of clients across 90+ countries and touches thousands of currency pairs, you start to see a different map of what's changing in payments and what's just noise. Greg Myers sits down with Debo Sen, Head of Payments, Services at Citi, to unpack what that vantage point reveals about the future of institutional payments.We get specific on why payments have become strategic for corporate growth, customer experience, and working capital. Debo explains how “always-on” is more than 24/7/365 uptime, it's about payments being embedded and invisible inside real business workflows. You'll also hear a sharp reframing of real-time payments as “just-in-time” optionality for treasury, along with a practical example of how holidays and global supply chains expose the limits of legacy rails.From there we dig into cross-border payments trends, including faster velocity across the ecosystem and the remaining friction that lives in the last mile. Debo shares how banks and fintech partnerships can expand endpoints like wallets, debit cards, and instant payment schemes while keeping resiliency and safety at the center. We also cover tokenization and blockchain use cases that are already operating at scale, plus what agentic commerce and AI-driven transactions could mean for controls, standards, fraud, and trust.If you care about real-time treasury, cross-border payments, payments infrastructure, tokenized deposits, and bank-grade security, this episode is for you. 

Regulatory frameworks create a solid foundation, but cross-border healthcare can't succeed without trust. Patients need to trust that their data is being used responsibly, that their provider is properly qualified, and that any AI tools used are free from bias and error. Join HIMSS' Tom Leary and Health Connect Partners' Dr. Petra Wilson in Episode 4 of “HIMSSCast Presents: Healthcare Without Borders” to learn more about the four layers of trust — patients, providers, systems and AI algorithms — and how each can be addressed to ensure confidence in cross-border care experiences. 

00:00 intro 01:19 China Tightens Crackdown on Cross-Border Stock Trading 04:12 China Deadly Blast Puts Mine Safety Under Scrutiny 04:27 Heavy Rain, Floods Raging Through Southwest China 05:51 Huawei Announces New Chipmaking Target for 2031 07:18 Nvidia Eyes China Market Amid US–China Rift 08:50 Senators Pass Bill to Prevent AI Chip Smuggling to China 10:31 Pope Leo Urges World to 'Slow Down' on AI 12:49 EU Nations Push for Tougher Trade Measures on China 13:44 Trump Honors Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day 17:43 Trump Admin Officials Honor Fallen Heroes on Memorial Day 19:37 DC Parade Marks Memorial Day and America's 250th

We have come to a tiny landlocked country where nine out of 10 footballers are foreigners.Welcome to beautiful Andorra – a micro-state home to a football scene brimming with curiosities and quirks.In this episode, we're unpacking the madness: Why are there virtually no Andorrans in the local Primera Divisió? How did Gerard Piqué's FC Andorra move over the border to play in Spain's La Liga 2? And why on earth do fans of UE Santa Coloma dress up as squirrels?Plus: UEFA has totally revamped qualification for international competitions with a tiered Swiss-style system – and the continent's smaller nations are up in arms about it.Buy ‘Around The World In 80 Clubs': ⁠www.amazon.co.uk/Around-World-80-Clubs-Wonderful/dp/1399637886Chapters:00:00 – Intro01:26 – FC Andorra: The history03:15 – FC Andorra: Piqué & Ceuta12:50 – The Copa Constitució final17:03 – No homegrown players24:10 – The micro-state ranking list30:08 – UEFA's qualification revamp31:25 – A message from the minnows

The Chinese Ministry of Public Security says it has worked with the US Drug Enforcement Administration under the Department of Justice on a joint investigation into a transnational case involving new psychoactive substances.

In this episode of Commerce Untold, host Eitan Koter sits down with Carol Shih, founder of Qode Space, a boutique Shopify agency, and Doraemi, a cross-border consultancy helping international brands enter and grow in the US market.Carol has a background that spans LVMH, Alibaba, and years of working with fashion and beauty brands across multiple continents. She brings a direct, no-nonsense perspective to what it actually takes to succeed in cross-border e-commerce.They get into why so many international brands, including some doing billions in Asia, struggle the moment they try to enter the US. Carol explains that the product is rarely the problem. It usually comes down to self-awareness: knowing your weaknesses before you start spending.The conversation covers what a proper Shopify audit looks like, why pouring money into traffic before your store is ready is one of the most common and expensive mistakes brands make, and how to think about brand positioning before touching paid ads or picking a sales channel.They also talk about the shift toward AI search and what brands need to do now to stay discoverable, why TikTok Shop has changed the beauty category faster than most brands expected, and how Gen Alpha is about to reshape shopping behavior in ways most businesses are not prepared for.Carol also shares how she leads her two businesses, why transparency and community sit at the core of her team culture, and why her ideal clients are usually brands that have already made the expensive mistakes.If you are thinking about cross-border e-commerce, expanding into the US market, or trying to get more out of your Shopify store, this episode is worth your full attention.Website: https://www.vimmi.netEmail us: info@vimmi.netPodcast website: https://vimmi.net/commerce-untold/Eitan Koter's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/eitankoter/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@VimmiVideoCommerce/featuredGuest: Carol Shih, Founder, Qode Space and DoraemiCarol Shih's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shihcarol/Qode Space: https://qodespace.com/Watch the full Youtube video here:https://youtu.be/ptO--lEfDegTakeaways:Self-awareness is the most overlooked step in cross-border e-commerce expansionDominating your home market does not mean you will succeed in the USA slow, buggy website with spelling errors destroys trust before a sale can happenAmazon drives volume but builds no brand loyalty or long-term competitive edgeShopify store performance must be audited before investing in paid trafficAI search (GEO) is the next layer brands need to prepare for alongside SEOTikTok Shop has already surpassed Sephora in beauty salesGen Alpha will reshape shopping behavior within the next four yearsGreat teams are built on transparency, community and psychological safetyThe best clients to work with are the ones who already understand where they failedChapters:[00:00] Introduction: Meet Carol Shih[01:05] From Taiwan to Australia to the US: The Third-Culture Founder[02:30] Biggest Mistakes Brands Make When Going Global[04:31] The Self-Awareness Problem: You Can't Fix What You Won't See[05:58] What Cross-Border Consulting Actually Looks Like in Practice[07:57] Founder-Led Content and Building Long-Term Authority[09:38] Lessons from Alibaba: Speed, Competition and Work Culture[12:26] The Shopify Audit Process: How to Build a High-Converting Store[14:36] AI in E-Commerce: What Is Real Right Now[16:40] AI Search, GEO and the Click-Less Future[18:04] Go-to-Market for International Brands: Amazon vs TikTok vs DTC[22:10] Beauty, Fashion and Lifestyle: Why Carol Keeps Landing Here[23:46] K-Beauty, Gen Z and the TikTokification of Shopping[25:18] Gen Alpha Will Change Everything: Here Is What to Watch[27:10] Leadership, Team Building and Running Two Companies[30:46] Leading With Transparency as a Founder and a Parent[32:01] Carol's Ideal Client: Brands That Have Already Failed[34:05] Where to Find Carol Shih

The European Health Data Space aims to enable health data to move seamlessly and securely across Europe. However, the processes required to achieve this are complex, involving cultural, linguistic, diagnostic, regulatory, and coding elements. HIMSS' Tom Leary and Health Connect Partners' Dr. Petra Wilson explore what it will take to achieve true pan-European interoperability that goes beyond the floor of legal requirements, in Episode 3 of “HIMSSCast Presents: Healthcare Without Borders.”

Cross-border payouts are one of those problems everyone complains about and then quietly accepts: high fees, slow settlement, and endless workarounds to get money into the hands of real people. I sit down with Cyril Mathew, Co-Founder and CEO of Latitude, to talk about why “faster money movement” only matters when the recipient can actually spend it in local currency, not just hold a stablecoin balance.Cyril walks through the career path that shaped his view of payments infrastructure, from scaling partnerships at Facebook to seeing the payout pain firsthand at Uber, then helping launch international expansion at Coinbase and working on USDC. That experience leads to a hard-earned lesson from Stripe: even if stablecoins let you reach 100 countries, adoption stalls if users cannot convert easily into pesos, reals, or other local currencies to pay for everyday life. The real product is the bridge between stablecoins and fiat, built with compliant rails, strong controls, and the “boring” payment details that enterprises demand.We break down what Latitude is building with its Liquidity Network, how stablecoins can reduce cross-border payment costs, and why real-time settlement can cut the need for prefunding and complex treasury float. We also cover where the biggest growth opportunities are showing up right now, including creator economy payouts, contractor payments, AI data labeling, fintech apps going global on day one, and the looming question of how AI agents may transact across borders.If you care about stablecoins, blockchain payments, real-time payments, or global payout infrastructure, this episode is for you. 

It is incredibly difficult to link European capitals by train. That is the observation Enrico Letta made, while he presented his report on the EU Single market. Last week, the European Commission made proposals for easier cross-border transport with its passenger package.What is it, and can it really improve cross-border mobility?A podcast by Europod, in cooperation with ESPON, an EU-funded programme that bridges research with policiesLink to the ESPON Governance mechanisms for cross-border functional areas: https://www.espon.eu/projects/crossgov-governance-mechanisms-cross-border-functional-areas“This podcast series is cofunded by ESPON. However, the opinions and views expressed are solely those of the authors. ESPON can't be held responsible for them.” Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Robert Kowton left a decade at Coca-Cola, walked into freight brokering in 2008 with zero customers, and built a reputation around two things most brokers avoid: LTL and US-Canada cross-border freight. In this conversation, he breaks down exactly why those shipments trip people up and what it takes to get them right.In this episode, you'll learn:Why LTL freight pricing works like a la carte dining, where every carrier action from inside delivery to lift gates is a separate feeThe cross-border documentation mistakes that route your freight to a bonded warehouse in 2026How Robert's "quote to execute" method means he never quotes a load without a carrier plan already in placeWhy he went broad on commodities instead of niching down, and how that protected him through every market downturnThe cold calling approach that still works: research the commodity, trace the supply chain, follow up on the day you said you wouldReal advice for people thinking about becoming a freight agent with no experienceWatch this episode on YouTubeLinks and Resources:Robert Kowton on LinkedInCDN Freight Broker on YouTubeSPI Logistics Freight Agent Program: https://success.spi3pl.com/SPI Logistics Freight Agent Podcast Series: https://digitaldispatch.io/freight-agent-guide/Robert's fav business tools:Nozbe: https://nozbe.com/File Center: https://www.filecenter.com/Evernote: https://evernote.com/RingCentral: https://www.ringcentral.com/ -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers. 

Send me a messageIf one jammed parcel can cost you a day, what does that say about your supply chain visibility?In this episode of Resilient Supply Chain, I'm joined by James Edge, CEO of Landmark Global, the cross-border e-commerce logistics arm of Bnode Group. James works right at the messy intersection of logistics, tariffs, customs, data, visibility, final mile, and customer expectations. In other words, all the quiet machinery that makes global shopping feel simple. Until it doesn't.You'll hear how cross-border logistics has moved from “it'll arrive eventually” to “why isn't this as fast as domestic delivery?” That shift is putting real pressure on fulfilment networks, inventory placement, customs processes, and last-mile partners. James breaks down why tariffs can suddenly make a Canadian warehouse more sensible than shipping one parcel at a time from the US, and why the wrong fulfilment model can quietly eat margin before anyone in the boardroom notices. Always lovely when geopolitics turns into warehouse maths.We also get into the changing final mile, from traditional carriers to DoorDash-style delivery networks, electric vehicles, lockers, reverse logistics, and the growing role of real-time data. And you might be surprised to learn that the unexpected hero here isn't AI. It's the scan. That small, boring data event can be the difference between saving a day and missing a truck cutoff.

Unlock how stablecoin infrastructure is transforming cross-border payments, global treasury, and enterprise fintech strategy. In this episode, Avinash Chidambaram, Founder & CEO of Cybrid, breaks down how stablecoin rails are becoming production-ready payment infrastructure for fintechs, neobanks, and enterprises seeking faster settlement, lower fees, and programmable global money movement. Discover why regulatory clarity through frameworks like the GENIUS Act and MiCA is accelerating stablecoin adoption, how compliance APIs are simplifying implementation, and why CFOs, treasury leaders, and product teams are shifting from exploration to execution. Key topics include: Stablecoin-powered cross-border supplier payments Real-time global contractor payouts Treasury liquidity management Compliance, KYC, AML, and custody infrastructure Embedded finance and programmable ERP workflows The future of sovereign stablecoins and digital asset regulation How fintechs can operationalize stablecoin strategy today If you're a fintech operator, payments executive, CFO, or enterprise product leader, this conversation offers critical insights into the next generation of international payments infrastructure. Subscribe for more conversations on fintech innovation, digital assets, embedded finance, banking infrastructure, and the future of money. #Stablecoins #CrossBorderPayments #Fintech #DigitalAssets #PaymentsInfrastructure #BlockchainPayments #EmbeddedFinance #TreasuryManagement #Neobanks #CryptoRegulation #GENIUSAct #MiCA #EnterprisePayments #GlobalPayments #Cybrid

From the Bronx to 17 years of boots-on-the-ground relationships across Latin America, Stephanie Pimentel shares the workforce governance, cultural alignment, and regulatory pitfalls that quietly cost U.S. companies millions in cross-border deals, and the proprietary audit system she built to catch them before capital is deployed. In this episode of the DealQuest Podcast, host Corey Kupfer sits down with Stephanie Pimentel, founder and CEO of Lumena Global Advisory, a boutique firm specializing in Latin American market entry, cross-border workforce strategy, and expansion risk management. With an executive background in multinational operations and human capital leadership, she has advised U.S. companies, private equity groups, and growth-stage founders on structuring compliant, scalable operations across Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, and beyond. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why treating Latin America as a single market is one of the most expensive assumptions a company can make. How workforce governance and cultural misalignment destroy deal value after close. Why standard due diligence falls short for cross-border transactions. How a single misclassified hire in Brazil can trigger a $250,000 government charge per employee. Why an employer of record is a testing tool, not a long-term strategy. And how to assess whether your leadership team is actually ready to execute across borders. STEPHANIE'S JOURNEY: Stephanie grew up in the Bronx and started her career as an HR coordinator at $11.75 an hour in New York. She moved into telecommunications, then logistics, where work with ports pulled her into cross-border trade. Over the next 17 years she built direct relationships across Latin America at every level, sitting down with CEOs and spending time with people running daily operations on the ground. That range of experience, combined with degrees in human resource management and forensic psychology, shaped a perspective most advisors in the space do not have. KEY INSIGHTS: Latin America is not one market. Legal structures for hiring differ dramatically between Mexico, Brazil, Chile, and Argentina, and applying a uniform approach creates compliance gaps before operations even begin. Culture is an operational variable. As Stephanie puts it, "Culture is how decisions get made when no one's watching." Cultural friction begins while the ink is still wet, drives up turnover, and burns capital before it shows on any spreadsheet. Brazil's hiring penalties are severe. A misclassified hire triggers government fees of $250,000 per employee, including mandatory benefits like a lunch stipend that do not exist in the U.S. framework. Standard due diligence is not enough. Latin America requires what Stephanie calls "due diligence on the due diligence." Domestic processes do not surface what matters in each specific country, and that gap closes only after the deal is signed. Expansion readiness has four components: financial strength, operating system robustness, compliance maturity, and leadership team readiness. Strong financials without a prepared leadership team are not enough. Smaller companies can and should expand internationally. Stabilize domestic revenue first, document your operating model, and expand in layers rather than leaps. Perfect for business owners considering Latin American expansion, operators managing post-acquisition integration across borders, and advisors working on international transactions. FOR MORE ON THIS EPISODE: https://www.coreykupfer.com/blog/stephaniepimentel FOR MORE ON STEPHANIE PIMENTEL: Website: https://lumenaglobal.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/lumena-global FOR MORE ON COREY KUPFER https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreykupfer/ https://www.coreykupfer.com/ Corey Kupfer is an expert strategist, negotiator, and dealmaker. He has more than 35 years of professional deal-making and negotiating experience. Corey is a successful entrepreneur, attorney, consultant, author, and professional speaker. He is deeply passionate about deal-driven growth. He is also the creator and host of the DealQuest Podcast. Get deal-ready with the DealQuest Podcast with Corey Kupfer, where like-minded entrepreneurs and business leaders converge, share insights and challenges, and success stories. Equip yourself with the tools, resources, and support necessary to navigate the complex yet rewarding world of dealmaking. Dive into the world of deal-driven growth today! Episode Highlights with Timestamps: [00:02:28] - Introduction: Stephanie Pimentel's credentials and Lumena Global Advisory [00:09:04] - Case study: post-close, the operation is bleeding cash and the workforce is misaligned[00:10:59] - The five-pillar, 40-question proprietary audit system that grades expansion readiness [00:15:51] - Culture as an operational variable: why it burns capital before it shows on any spreadsheet[00:27:30] - Due diligence on the due diligence, vetting intermediaries, and building a compliant foundation[00:36:55] - The four components of expansion readiness and what makes a leadership team actually ready[00:44:14] - Freedom: earning the real seat at the table Guest Bio: Stephanie Pimentel is the founder and CEO of Lumena Global Advisory, advising U.S. companies, private equity groups, and growth-stage founders on compliant, scalable expansion across Latin America. A Dominican-American executive with degrees in human resource management and forensic psychology, she brings 17 years of on-the-ground relationships and compliance expertise to cross-border transactions across Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, and beyond. Related Episodes: Episode 324 - Sejal Lakhani-Bhatt: Cybersecurity and Technology Due Diligence in M&A: Learn how overlooked technical and compliance gaps can create major liability in transactions, and what buyers and sellers need to assess before close. Episode 350 - Tom Dillon: Business Valuation and the Realities of Exit Planning: Explore how operational health and structural preparation directly shape what a company is worth when it goes to market. Episode 329 - Cliff Nonnenmacher: Structuring Deals and Managing Complexity in Transactions: Understand how experienced deal practitioners approach structural challenges that arise when moving deals across complex environments. Keywords/Tags: Latin America expansion, cross-border deals, workforce governance, international M&A, expansion due diligence, market entry Latin America, cross-border workforce strategy, cultural alignment international business, employer of record, post-acquisition integration, compliance Latin America, deal due diligence international, Brazil hiring compliance, Mexico Colombia Brazil expansion, Latin America operational risk, expansion readiness, cross-border transactions, international deal strategy, workforce compliance, Lumena Global Advisory

In this episode, we kick things off by examining a puzzling phenomenon in cross-border logistics where capacity appears plentiful on paper but remains brutally tight in practice. According to Uber Freight's senior vice president overseeing cross-border operations, the real constraint isn't a lack of drivers overall but rather a critical shortage of drivers who meet increasingly stringent compliance and security standards. With northbound demand into the U.S. running two to three times higher than southbound flows and uncertainty around the upcoming USMCA review slowing nearshoring investment, carriers are struggling to reposition equipment fast enough to keep pace with U.S.-bound freight. Shifting gears to the rails, we examine how rail technology giant Wabtec delivered a powerful start to 2026 with solid execution across both its freight and transit divisions. First quarter revenue grew 13% to $2.95 billion while adjusted earnings per share surged 18.9% to $2.71, driven by a 52.5% jump in equipment sales from higher locomotive deliveries and a remarkable 75.7% increase in digital sales fueled by strategic acquisitions. On the strength of these results, Wabtec raised its full-year adjusted earnings per share guidance by 20 cents at the midpoint, projecting growth of 16.5% for 2026. Finally, we unpack the contrasting fortunes at a major Canadian transportation company where TFI International's Truckload sector improved while its LTL division struggled in the first quarter. TFI handily beat Wall Street expectations with non-GAAP earnings per share of 69 cents—8 cents above consensus—as its Truckload segment posted a 14.32% jump in operating income and adjusted EBITDA growth exceeding 4%. However, the less-than-truckload division saw its combined operating ratio deteriorate 220 basis points to 95.3% and operating income decline 35.12%. Despite the mixed performance, management issued strong second quarter guidance, projecting adjusted diluted earnings per share of $1.50 to $1.60—more than double the first quarter result. Follow the FreightWaves NOW Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of our Cross-Border Catch-Up podcast series, Shirin Aboujawde (New York/London) and Maya Barba (San Francisco) discuss the 2025 Model Tax Convention update from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) and its implications for employers managing cross-border remote work. Maya and Shirin explain the new two-part framework for determining when an employee's remote work location creates a taxable permanent establishment, including the 50 percent working time safe harbor and the qualitative commercial reason test. The speakers also provide practical compliance steps for multinational employers as they address tax, social security, and global mobility issues in an increasingly borderless workforce.