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UK will struggle to boost public sector with AI drive, MPs warn
Commons committee points to outdated technology and lack of digital skills in governmentFinancial Times - 3d -
UK private sector growth hits six-month high in boost for Reeves – business live
Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news. Japan’s private sector output is falling this month for the first time since last October, a new poll has found, and at the fastest rate ...The Guardian - 4d -
Farage warns against 'infighting' and defends MP's suspension
The Reform UK leader acknowledges the row has "dented" the "sense of unity" in his party.BBC News - Mar. 9 -
Reeves’ drive for security leaves Labour beset by uncertainty
The UK chancellor has made herself a prisoner of market movements, while the party’s MPs fret over how cuts will go downFinancial Times - 18h -
Reeves’ drive for security leaves Labour beset by uncertainty
The UK chancellor has made herself a prisoner of market movements, while the party’s MPs fret over how cuts will go downFinancial Times - 18h -
Starmer axes UK payments watchdog as part of anti-regulation drive
Government says regulator’s merger with Financial Conduct Authority will reduce complexity and boost innovationFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
From Trump whisperer to trouble – angry Reform UK MPs turn on Farage
Internal row in party over ‘messianic’ leader becomes public amid competing members’ allegations of bullying and dirty tricks. Just a few short weeks ago, Nigel Farage’s Reform party was riding ...The Guardian - Mar. 9 -
Will AI save the UK government £45bn a year?
Ministers believe that increased use of artificial intelligence can help fix the public finances but experts have their doubtsFinancial Times - Mar. 14 -
Toyota considers exporting from UK to US to ease impact of Trump tariffs
Senior European executive of world’s largest carmaker also warns of more turbulence for the sectorFinancial Times - Mar. 11 -
Lawyer probing Reform UK row contradicts MP Lowe
Comments attributed to the senior lawyer by the Great Yarmouth MP in his defence have been denied by her.BBC News - Mar. 10 -
Police investigate MP Rupert Lowe over alleged threats
The Great Yarmouth MP is accused of making "verbal threats" against Reform UK's chairman.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
Harassment claims against ex-Reform MP are credible, report says
The Great Yarmouth MP denies the allegations and claims his suspension from Reform UK was politically motivated.BBC News - 3d -
Planning reforms to threaten thousands of ecologists’ jobs, warns sector
Dropping green requirements will pose risk of major job losses, warns industry bodyFinancial Times - 6d -
Dell is a buy as the AI sector takes a hit, Jim Cramer says
As the market sell-off continues, CNBC's Jim Cramer suggested Dell is a good stock to buy even while investors lose faith in the validity of the AI boom.CNBC - Mar. 11 -
Jack Ma’s AI comeback
Alibaba is establishing a lead in a fiercely competitive sectorFinancial Times - Mar. 18 -
In Napa Vineyards, AI Boosts Grape Expectations
Artificial intelligence applications, from smart tractors to precision irrigation, are making their way into viticulture, while generative AI is creating labels and helping sell wine.Inc. - Mar. 10 -
UK issues travel warning for US
The United Kingdom updated its advice for travel to the United States on Thursday, warning of harsh consequences for British passport holders who violate U.S. immigration laws. The notice comes ...The Hill - Mar. 20 -
Charities and MPs warn Starmer over benefits changes
Sir Keir Starmer has faced concerns from Labour backbenchers who have expressed anger at proposals.BBC News - Mar. 17 -
Countries must bolster climate efforts or risk war, Cop30 chief executive warns
Ana Toni also criticises the UK’s plans to slash overseas aid to fund defence spending. Countries looking to boost their national security through rearmament or increased defence spending must also ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
Micron gets boost with surging AI memory-chip sales; shares jump on earnings beat
Shares of memory-chip maker Micron Technology Inc. jumped in extended trading Thursday after the company’s fiscal second quarter showed that it is still seeing a boost from AI, with its ...MarketWatch - Mar. 20 -
Reform UK row: Leaked messages reveal Farage fury with Lowe
The Reform UK leader calls behaviour of suspended MP "disgusting" in WhatsApp messages seen by the BBC.BBC News - Mar. 21 -
Nigel Farage to speak at Trump fundraiser after 800 hours of non-MP work since election
Reform UK leader accused of neglecting Essex constituents, with eight trips to US since being elected MP in July. Nigel Farage is once again in America helping to fundraise for Donald Trump’s ...The Guardian - Mar. 20 -
Assisted dying bill is ‘flawed and dangerous’ after changes, says group of Labour MPs
Bill, which passed committee scrutiny on Tuesday, has ‘insufficient protections’ for most vulnerable. UK politics live – latest updates Labour MPs opposed to assisted dying have called the ...The Guardian - 3d -
German MPs approve €500bn spending boost to counter ‘Putin’s war of aggression’
Historic levels of spending on military and infrastructure secured in Bundestag with last-minute backing of Greens. Europe live – latest updates Germany’s parliament has voted in favour of ...The Guardian - Mar. 18 -
GM and Nvidia collaborate on AI for self-driving cars and vehicle manufacturing
GM, the largest U.S. automaker, has extended its collaboration with Nvidia to develop self-driving cars and enhance vehicle manufacturing through simulation and accelerated computing. At GTC 2025, ...VentureBeat - Mar. 18 -
Celine Dion warns fans about 'fake and not approved' AI-generated music credited to her
Celine Dion warns fans that 'new' music circulating online was generated by AI, not by the singer. 'These recordings are fake and not approved,' her team says.Los Angeles Times - Mar. 10 -
UK Treasury omits defence from National Wealth Fund priority sectors
Decision comes even as government joins other European countries in seeking to raise military spendingFinancial Times - Mar. 19 -
EY cuts jobs in pullback from UK legal sector
Staff told of redundancies in 12-minute call as firm retreats from British legal practice expansion plansFinancial Times - Mar. 19 -
Moody’s warns on deteriorating outlook for US public finances
Rating agency says Donald Trump’s policies could make it more difficult to offset rising deficit and debtFinancial Times - 3d -
Illegal working in UK was unbearable, migrant says
A migrant who returned home after working in a Cannabis farm in the UK is warning other Albanians.BBC News - Mar. 11 -
OpenAI Just Released Its Latest Voice AI Tech, and It’s Highly Customizable
In one example, an AI voice with the persona of a medieval knight gave driving directions to a bakery.Inc. - Mar. 20 -
McDonald’s Customers Will Get Their Meals With a Side of AI
The Golden Arches is joining many of its fast-food rivals in rolling out AI technology it hopes will increase efficiency, ease workflows, and boost satisfaction.Inc. - Mar. 8 -
UK carmakers back Starmer’s no-tariff approach to Trump
Auto groups told ministers on Friday they wanted more support for the sector domesticallyFinancial Times - 20h -
UK carmakers back Starmer’s no-tariff approach to Trump
Auto groups told ministers on Friday they wanted more support for the sector domesticallyFinancial Times - 20h -
UK carmakers back Starmer’s no-tariff approach to Trump
Auto groups told ministers on Friday they wanted more support for the sector domesticallyFinancial Times - 20h -
Sony testing AI to drive PlayStation characters
PlayStation characters may one day engage you in theoretically endless conversations, if a new internal technology video bares out.VentureBeat - Mar. 11 -
Just 86 extra UK care home beds created in 2024, data shows
Declining availability highlights challenges for care home sectorFinancial Times - 3d -
Exclusive: Every McDonald’s in Britain warned of crackdown over staff sexual abuse
The warning from the UK's equality watchdog comes after the "extremely serious" allegations uncovered by the BBC.BBC News - Mar. 14 -
Fertility patients sold unnecessary add-on treatments, regulator warns
Despite little proof add-ons help, many IVF clinics offer them, the UK's fertility regulator warns.BBC News - 3d
