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HSBC Bank USA has appointed four new members to its Board of Directors: Deborah P. Bailey, Melvin L. Flowers, George W. Madison, and Alice D. Schroeder. Flowers and Madison's appointments are effective from January 11, while Bailey and Schroeder were appointed in late October 2021. These new members bring diverse expertise from various industries, which HSBC aims to leverage for the transformation and growth of its U.S. business. HSBC is one of the world's largest banking and financial services organizations, with assets totaling $2,969 billion as of September 30, 2021.

HSBC Bank USA has launched the HSBC Donor Advised Fund (DAF) in partnership with the National Philanthropic Trust. This initiative allows clients to make charitable contributions, receiving immediate tax deductions while supporting causes of their choice. DAFs are gaining popularity, having contributed over $34 billion to qualified charities in 2020. Clients can enjoy benefits such as selecting investment strategies, recommending grants to charities, and defining legacy plans. This move highlights HSBC's commitment to wealth management and philanthropic options for clients.

HSBC is collaborating with Oracle NetSuite to introduce a Banking as a Service (BaaS) offering, enabling customers to integrate business banking services into their own platforms. This partnership aims to embed international payments and expense management capabilities within NetSuite's SuiteBanking solution, automating accounts payable and receivable processes. With this integration, NetSuite will become the first major ERP suite with native banking solutions, enhancing cash flow visibility for users.

HSBC has announced a $100 million lending initiative aimed at businesses founded and led by women and minorities through HSBC Ventures. This funding is crucial for early-stage companies and aims to address the historical underfunding of diverse founders. Venture capital funding to women-led firms has dropped to 2.3% in 2020, emphasizing the need for such programs. The initiative supports ventures that can utilize HSBC's extensive resources to promote innovation and growth in underserved communities.

HSBC Bank USA has appointed Alyssa Marois as Senior Vice President of Public Affairs, based in Washington, D.C. Marois brings valuable experience from her previous role at JP Morgan Chase & Co. and has worked closely with congressional members and regulators. She will focus on engaging with policymakers to further the interests of HSBC's clients, shareholders, and employees. Her appointment is expected to enhance HSBC's public policy efforts as the bank navigates the regulatory landscape.

HSBC Ventures has been launched to provide flexible capital for growth-oriented businesses globally, with a significant focus on innovation and technology. The initiative will allocate $100 million specifically for clients developing climatetech solutions aimed at achieving a net-zero economy. HSBC aims to support startups by offering comprehensive banking products and expertise, targeting businesses with strong venture capital backing. The venture growth finance will assist early-stage companies in extending their funding runway for expansion and unforeseen needs.

HSBC announced the appointment of Martin Richards as the Global Head of Sustainable Finance – Client Infrastructure for Commercial Banking. His focus will be on providing sustainable finance solutions to support clients’ transition goals. Previously, Richards served as the US Head of Corporate Banking, driving growth in HSBC's US corporate client franchise. Alongside his new role, he remains President of HSBC Ventures, which aids growth-oriented businesses with flexible capital.

HSBC has launched the HSBC Global Wallet, enabling US-based businesses to manage multiple currencies from a single account. The platform, available since May 2021, now includes additional currencies like Chinese Yuan, Japanese Yen, Swiss Francs, and Malaysian Ringgit. This service allows businesses to receive, pay, and transfer funds internationally with reduced fees and enhanced efficiency. With an international network serving over 1.3 million businesses, HSBC aims to support US small and medium-sized enterprises in expanding globally.

HSBC Latin American Holdings has filed legal proceedings against the Republic of El Salvador, claiming a breach of its investment treaty with the UK, seeking at least $49.3 million in damages. This legal action arises from a Supreme Court decision in El Salvador, which overturned lower court rulings that favored HSBC in recovering $2 million in unpaid loans, instead penalizing the bank. HSBC alleges that this represents a denial of justice and violates the El Salvador-UK Bilateral Investment Treaty. The case will be adjudicated by the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID).