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AI2 hours ago
Anthropic Seeks to Position Claude as Core Enterprise Infrastructure Rather Than Standalone Tool
Anthropic’s Enterprise Agents briefing this week represented a strategic positioning exercise rather than a conventional product launch. The company presented customer case studies highlighting productivity gains across development and non-engineering
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Entertainment7 hours ago
Netflix Walks Away from Warner Bros Bid as Paramount Offers Superior Deal
In a dramatic turn of events within the entertainment industry, Warner Bros Discovery confirmed that Paramount Skydance’s revised takeover offer for the storied studio is now superior to its prior
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Advertising8 hours ago
Cindy Rose Unveils Strategy to Overhaul WPP
The newly appointed chief executive of WPP, Cindy Rose, has announced an ambitious plan to overhaul the advertising giant’s operations, aiming for a £500 million cost reduction by 2028. Rose,
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Technology8 hours ago
OpenAI Expands Research Presence in London Amid AI Talent Competition
OpenAI has announced its plans to establish London as its largest research hub outside of the United States. This strategic move comes as the organisation seeks to secure top talent
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Financial8 hours ago
Lloyds Banking Group Halts In-Branch Account Openings
In a significant shift towards a fully digital banking service, Lloyds Banking Group has announced that it will cease the opening of bank accounts for customers at branch locations. This
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Artificial8 hours ago
Anthropic Chief Executive Declines Pentagon Request to Remove Artificial Intelligence Safety Protocols
Anthropic, the artificial intelligence company behind the Claude language model, has refused to comply with demands from the United States Department of Defense to eliminate safety restrictions governing the deployment
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Companies9 hours ago
Ocado Confirms 1000 Job Cuts Amid Cost Reduction Strategy
Ocado has announced plans for a significant restructuring that will result in approximately 1000 job losses, as the British supermarket technology group seeks a substantial reduction in its cost base.
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Financial9 hours ago
Vauxhall Owner Stellantis Reports €22 Billion Loss
Stellantis, the parent company of Vauxhall, has announced a staggering loss of €22 billion, attributing this downturn to misjudgements regarding the electrified vehicle market and intense price competition. The company’s
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Investment9 hours ago
London Stock Exchange CEO Rejects AI Threat Claims
The chief executive of the London Stock Exchange Group has firmly dismissed assertions that the company is at risk from AI-driven competition, branding such claims as unlikely, verging on impossible.
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Investment9 hours ago
Rolls Royce share buyback sees profits soar
Rolls-Royce has announced a significant £9 billion share buyback programme, driven by a remarkable surge in profits. The aerospace manufacturer reported a 40 per cent increase in underlying operating profits,
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AI9 hours ago
Aria Launches £50 Million AI Chip Testbed Facility
The United Kingdom is making strides to secure a position in the rapidly expanding $1 trillion AI chip industry, as Aria, the government’s high-risk science investment group, announces a £50
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Business9 hours ago
Hikma Pharmaceuticals Shares Drop Amid Weaker Forecasts and Leadership Changes
Hikma Pharmaceuticals, a leading FTSE 100 company in the pharmaceuticals sector, has seen a significant decline in its share price following the announcement of weaker financial forecasts and the scrapping
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Media9 hours ago
Daily Mirror Owner Faces Turmoil Following Google Algorithm Changes
The publisher of the Mirror and Express newspapers has experienced a dramatic decline in online readership across its regional titles, largely attributed to changes in Google’s algorithm. Reach Plc, which
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Employment9 hours ago
Young People Face Challenges in UK Job Market
Thousands of young people remain sidelined in the job market despite a noticeable increase in under-25-year-olds actively searching for work. This trend illustrates a growing disconnection between labour demand and
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BankingYesterday
Banking Reforms Urged as Industry Struggles Against Regulatory Complexities
The leaders of major banking institutions in the UK and Europe have banded together to challenge the overly complex regulatory framework that they argue is hindering growth and competitiveness. Executives
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FinancialYesterday
HSBC Reports Record Bonus Pool Amid Major Job Cuts
HSBC has announced a record bonus pool of $3.93 billion, marking the largest sum awarded since 2011. This increase follows the bank realising better-than-expected profits, attributed to effective management strategies

Investment9 hours ago
London Stock Exchange CEO Rejects AI Threat Claims
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Technology3 days ago
Johnson Matthey Reduces Sale Price of Catalyst Technologies to Honeywell
Johnson Matthey has announced a significant reduction in the sale price of its Catalyst Technologies division to Honeywell. The UK chemicals group has amended the financial terms, dropping the deal’s
Financial3 days ago
UK Unemployment Set to Exceed Pandemic Levels According to JP Morgan
UK unemployment is projected to surge to 5.5 per cent within months, surpassing the highest levels witnessed during the pandemic. This forecast comes from economists at JP Morgan, who predict
Economy4 days ago
Record UK Budget Surplus Driven by Strong Tax Receipts
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has received a significant fiscal boost ahead of the upcoming spring statement, as January witnessed a record budget surplus. Public revenues exceeded spending by £30.4 billion, marking
Work & Careers4 days ago
Friedrich Merz Proposes Ban on Sick Days to Combat Absenteeism in Germany
Friedrich Merz, leader of the Christian Democratic Union, has stirred significant debate with his latest proposal aimed at addressing Germany’s rising absenteeism rates. Merz’s suggestion seeks to eliminate the common

Technology9 hours ago
Aria Launches £50 Million AI Chip Testbed Facility
The United Kingdom is making strides to secure a position in the rapidly expanding $1 trillion AI chip industry, as Aria, the government’s high-risk science investment group, announces a £50
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Aviation9 hours ago
Rolls Royce share buyback sees profits soar
Economy9 hours ago
Aria Launches £50 Million AI Chip Testbed Facility
Pharmaceutical9 hours ago
Hikma Pharmaceuticals Shares Drop Amid Weaker Forecasts and Leadership Changes

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UK & US Political News

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3 weeks ago

Trump Seeks Weaker Dollar as Gold Market Wipes Trillions

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4 weeks ago

US Dollar Decline Sparks Concerns Among Investors

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1 month ago

The dollar's decline amid geopolitical tensions

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1 month ago

Sir Keir Starmer Faces US Backlash Over Chagos Islands Bill

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1 month ago

Donald Trump Strikes Deal on Greenland at World Economic Forum

1 month ago

Donald Trump Regains Presidency With Focus on Oil Industry

Employment9 hours ago
Young People Face Challenges in UK Job Market
Thousands of young people remain sidelined in the job market despite a noticeable increase in under-25-year-olds actively searching for work. This trend illustrates a growing disconnection between labour demand and
BankingYesterday
Banking Reforms Urged as Industry Struggles Against Regulatory Complexities
The leaders of major banking institutions in the UK and Europe have banded together to challenge the overly complex regulatory framework that they argue is hindering growth and competitiveness. Executives
BankingYesterday
HSBC Reports Record Bonus Pool Amid Major Job Cuts
HSBC has announced a record bonus pool of $3.93 billion, marking the largest sum awarded since 2011. This increase follows the bank realising better-than-expected profits, attributed to effective management strategies
Climate ChangeYesterday
Energy Bills Set to Fall as Government Takes Action
Energy bills in the UK are poised for a significant reduction, with forecasts indicating a decrease of at least seven per cent in April. This translates to an average savings
Rail industryYesterday
Trainline Chief Executive Steps Down Amidst Market Uncertainty
Jody Ford, the Chief Executive of Trainline, has announced his departure from the company after five years in the role. This decision follows a significant decline in the company’s share

Business News

Economy2 weeks ago
Small Businesses Face Severe Pressures in UK Economy
Business2 weeks ago
Rising Youth Worklessness Crisis Threatens Social Stability in Britain
Business2 weeks ago
Deloitte Overhauls Graduate Training as AI Reshapes Audit Landscape
Business2 weeks ago
Premier League Ends Association with Mandelson's Firm Amid Epstein Controversy
AI3 weeks ago
AI Firm Elevenlabs Valued At $11bn After Latest Fundraise

International News

GovernmentYesterday
Taskforce Aims to Unlock One Billion Pounds in Small Business Lending
The government has launched a taskforce aimed at unlocking an additional £1 billion in lending for small businesses over the next five years. This initiative is a collaboration between banks
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Investment9 hours ago
London Stock Exchange CEO Rejects AI Threat Claims
The chief executive of the London Stock Exchange Group has firmly dismissed assertions that the company is at risk from AI-driven competition, branding such claims as unlikely, verging on impossible.
Investment9 hours ago
Rolls Royce share buyback sees profits soar
Rolls-Royce has announced a significant £9 billion share buyback programme, driven by a remarkable surge in profits. The aerospace manufacturer reported a 40 per cent increase in underlying operating profits,
InvestmentYesterday
Banking Reforms Urged as Industry Struggles Against Regulatory Complexities
The leaders of major banking institutions in the UK and Europe have banded together to challenge the overly complex regulatory framework that they argue is hindering growth and competitiveness. Executives
InvestmentYesterday
British Business Bank Backs Seraphim Space Fundraising Efforts
The British Business Bank, alongside the National Security Strategic Investment Fund, has supported a significant fundraising initiative by Seraphim Space, the largest investor in space technology globally. This initiative has
TechnologyYesterday
Wayve Secures Major Funding Round to Propel Autonomous Vehicle Development
Wayve, the British autonomous vehicle company, has raised an impressive $1.5 billion in a funding round that underscores significant investor confidence in the sector. The latest funding effort values the
Investment2 days ago
Jamie Dimon warns of potential credit crisis as AI bubble concerns rise
Jamie Dimon, the chief executive of JP Morgan Chase, has issued a warning regarding the rising concerns surrounding an “AI bubble”. He notes that some financial institutions are exhibiting behaviour

WeightlossYesterday
Novo Nordisk Secures $21 Billion Dollar Deal for Next Generation Obesity Pills
Novo Nordisk, the Danish pharmaceutical giant, has entered a significant partnership with Vivtex, a biotech startup co-founded by renowned entrepreneur Robert Langer, to develop innovative oral formulations of its obesity
AIYesterday
Nvidia Reports Strong Fourth Quarter Results Amid AI Boom
Nvidia has released its fourth-quarter earnings report, revealing a substantial increase in net income and sales. The chipmaker reported a net income of £43 billion on sales of £68 billion,
RetailYesterday
John Lewis Partnership Exits BuildToRent Venture Amid Economic Pressures
John Lewis Partnership has announced its decision to withdraw from its build-to-rent housing initiative, a move that marks a significant shift in the retailer’s strategic focus. This decision comes as
PharmaceuticalYesterday
GSK Strikes Major Acquisition for Lung Treatments
GSK has announced a significant acquisition, reaching a deal worth $950 million to purchase 35Pharma, a Canadian biopharmaceutical company with a focus on developing therapies for lung diseases linked to

BBC Business News

UK and Global News

MiningYesterday
Aston Martin to Cut Workforce by 20 Percent Amid Heavy Losses

Oil and Gas2 days ago
Ed Miliband Faces Pressure on North Sea Oil and Gas Exploration Ban
Ed Miliband is encountering renewed pressure to reconsider his ban on oil and gas exploration in the North Sea. This development comes in the wake of Denmark’s announcement to extend
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