Oil Prices Rise, Stocks Slide On Fears Of Broader Middle East War
Oil prices rallied and global stocks fell Wednesday on fears that the Israel-Hamas war could spill over into a regional conflict, after a strike at a Gaza hospital dealt a blow to President Joe Biden's diplomatic drive.
Bosch Boilers Greenwashing With 'Hydrogen-Blend Ready' Green Claims
The Competition and Markets Authority is scrutinising Bosch and other boilers for misleading 'hydrogen-blend ready' advertisements which seem to be a greenwashing tactic to lure UK consumers.
EU States Strike Deal On Electricity Market Reform
EU member states reached an agreement to reform its electricity market after months of sparring between France and Germany over state support for nuclear energy, the European Council said Tuesday.
'It All Adds Up Campaign' Relaunched To Help UK Homes Battle Cost-of-living Crisis This Winter
Ahead of the general elections, the UK government is building on last winter's effect of 80 per cent of UK homes using at least one energy-saving tip from the 'It All Adds Up Campaign'.
Windows 12 Won't Be Subscription-Based, Claims Report
Microsoft has neither denied nor confirmed rumours surrounding Windows 12, but the company is reportedly set to release the next-gen OS in 2024.
New Research Highlights the Realities of AI Adoption in Business
Mesh-AI's new research report, 'The State of AI in the Enterprise', highlights the realities and challenges of AI adoption faced by businesses.
Revolutionising Finance: The Latest Trends in Fintech Innovation
There is a list of fintech trends to watch out for, as the rapid pace of fintech innovation is transforming finance for both businesses and consumers.
Over 470 Million Small Electronic Items Discarded in the UK in the Past Year
The research reveals that more than 500 million budget-friendly electronic items were purchased in the UK in the past year, averaging a staggering 16 purchases per second.
Investors Wary After FTX Debacle as People Lose Trust in Companies Managing Their Money
To prevent financial scandals and bolster investor confidence, regulators must continuously update and refine regulations to match evolving financial markets.
The Resort Co.'s Eco-Conscious Luxury: Must-Have Wardrobe for 2023
Explore a versatile collection that infuses the modern man's style with sustainability
Economic Challenges Mount as UK Retail Sales Slow Amid Rising Inflation and Global Uncertainties
The latest sales-monitor report from the British Retail Consortium has revealed a slowdown in retail sales growth in the UK for September. Despite a fall in inflation, the high cost of living continues to place pressure on households' budgets.
How This Startup Sold 120 Million Tickets Around the World
With the global travel industry now picking up, online travel platform GetYourGuide continues to take flight.
OPEC Sees No Peak In Global Oil Demand On The Horizon
Despite mounting efforts to limit climate change, the OPEC oil cartel said Monday it expects demand for crude to continue to grow for the next two decades.
Adobe Expects Online Holiday Sales To Hit $221 Billion This Holiday Season
Despite a challenging economic environment, Adobe expects record discounts and flexible payments to drive an approximate five per cent growth in eCommerce.
UK Cloud Computing Market Faces Competition Inquiry Amid Concerns Over Amazon, Microsoft Dominance
The United Kingdom's communications regulator, Ofcom, has taken a significant step in addressing concerns within the nation's burgeoning £7.5 billion cloud computing market.
Global Stocks Mixed Ahead Of Key US Jobs Data
US stocks recovered lost ground to close down just slightly Thursday, while those in Europe finished lower, ahead of key US jobs data.
Warnings Of China's Collapse Are Premature As The Nation Still Has One Of The Largest Economies
A total collapse of China in the near term, even with many Western firms reducing their exposure to China's economy, would collapse the global economy, some experts believe.
FCA vs. Crypto: Navigating the UK's Upcoming Regulatory Rules
The FCA's new rules will protect UK consumers from misleading ads promoting high-risk assets or investment opportunities.
Review of UK Regulators Aims to Reduce Post-Brexit Hurdles for Businesses and Root Out 'Bad Practices'
Britain has set the ball rolling for deregulation with the launch of the Smarter Regulation Programme which will review 90 UK regulators across different sectors for 12 weeks, identifying and scraping unnecessary regulations.
Tesco Leads the Way in Easing Food Inflation, Slashing Prices on 2,500 Products
Tesco, the UK's largest supermarket chain, revealed a substantial decline in food inflation over the past six months. The grocery giant is taking bold steps to address the concerns of its customers by slashing prices on 2,500 products, with an average reduction of 12 per cent.
Spotify CEO Sheds Light On Termination Of Meghan Markle's 'Archetypes' Podcast
The streamer ended its deal with the Sussexes after just one content released two years after they signed the deal in 2020.
UK Water Companies Will Charge Consumers Extra To Address Sewage Discharge Problem
UK water companies have put forward a new water infrastructure investment plan to the UK water regulator Ofwat, which will gradually increase the water bills over a five-year period to address the sewage discharge problem.
Crypto Industry Grapples With FTX Fallout As Trial Looms
The collapse of cryptocurrency platform FTX, whose disgraced former boss goes on trial this week, sparked shock waves worldwide, with regulators still seeking to get to grips with the sector.
Vape Marketing Claims of Being '95% Safer' Than Cigarettes Spurs Concern as Youth Vaping Rates Rise
Public health campaigns and messages highlighted that vaping could be a viable option for those struggling to quit smoking through other methods.
Over 4,000 UK Homes To Get Better Heating Through £13.9 Million Heat Networks Upgradation Plan
A reported 55 heat networks across the country are being upgraded so that thousands of old and inefficient heating systems in UK homes get lower energy bills ahead of the winter.
JP Morgan Chase Bank To Ban Crypto Payments From Next Month
The UK bank is bringing a ban on cryptocurrency purchases due to an "increase in fraud and scams related to crypto assets".
US Says Amazon Running Illegal Monopoly In Online Retail
A top US antitrust regulator sued Amazon on Tuesday, accusing the online retail behemoth of running an illegal monopoly by strong-arming sellers and stifling potential rivals.
Stocks Knocked By Growing US Rate Worries
Global stock markets fell Tuesday as investors fixated on the risk US interest rates will be kept elevated for a prolonged period, denting growth.
'Regulate Them': Hard-up Indonesia Traders Urge TikTok Sales Ban
As clothing seller Hendri Tanjung struggles to hawk his tunics to Indonesian buyers outside his market shop, he says customers are turning to cheaper versions on TikTok, pummelling his income.
Donald Trump Praises Rishi Sunak for Net Zero Rollback Amid Controversial Decision
The former US President praised the PM for refusing to damage his country's economy in response to climate change, which he believes is not a real problem.