UK Water Firms Ordered to Cut £114 Million From Bills After Missing Targets
Industry regulator, Ofwat, said in its assessment that not one company reached their highest measure of performance.
'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.
Study Finds Sewage Discharge by UK Water Companies the Top Polluter of UK Rivers
Oxford scientists suggest a way out of the sewage discharge problem through early detection of sewage fungus as a study finds sewage to be the top polluter of UK rivers.
KYC Can't Prevent Financial Crime In Crypto But It's Valuable for Enhancing User Safety
While KYC can't completely prevent financial crimes, it serves as a starting point for investigations and has proven useful in identifying wrongdoers.
UK Government Announces Major Initiatives in Artificial Intelligence Policy
To maintain UK leadership in AI safety and innovation, £100 million was allocated to create the Frontier AI Taskforce, focused on assessing risks at the AI forefront and enhancing public safety and global security.
Champions League: Jude Bellingham Rescues Real Madrid With Late Winner Against Union Berlin
Bellingham has now scored six goals in six appearances for Real Madrid.
Bayern Beat Man Utd As Real Madrid, Arsenal Win In Champions League
Harry Kane was among the scorers as Bayern Munich beat Manchester United 4-3 in their heavyweight Champions League clash on Wednesday, while Jude Bellingham snatched a dramatic late winner for Real Madrid and Arsenal began their campaign with a big victory.
Tire Maker Honored For Tackling Electric Car Pollution
Electric cars are widely hailed as the future of transport, but even though they eliminate the issue of fuel emissions from tailpipes, the problem of particle pollution as a result of tire wear hasn't been resolved.
Ex-Bank Of England Governor Mark Carney Says Former PM Liz Truss Turned Britain Into 'Argentina On The Channel'
Liz Truss has vehemently defended the policies she tried to enact during her short time as prime minister. Mark Carney also criticised "far-right populists" and Brexiteers for having a "basic misunderstanding of what drives economies".
The ten challenges impacting the financial services industry
To ensure it survives and prospers, the financial industry needs to overcome ten challenges, and it is vital that they do.
Is AI the future of sustainability? What we learned from the CogX Festival
Hundreds of great minds gathered at the CogX (CognitionX) Festival, the world's biggest AI and transformational technology festival, last week from 12 to 14 September.
UK's post-Brexit chemical regulations raise concerns over public health and environmental safety
After Brexit in 2021, the UK adopted its chemical regulation, Reach, separate from the EU, raising eyebrows as the rules between both governing bodies differ.
Jeremy Hunt signed UK-India capital markets cooperation deals to open up London Stock Exchange listing for Indian companies
Indian companies will be in the London Stock Exchange listing now after the Indian finance minister and the UK chancellor met to discuss capital markets cooperation in the financing of infrastructural projects.
Oil permits and wind crisis threaten UK net zero pledge
With the provision of a swathe of new oil and gas exploration licences and a crisis in offshore wind energy, clouds are gathering over the UK's net zero promises.
Stocks waver amid jitters over more tough Central Bank actions
Wall Street and European stock markets retreated on Wednesday as worries about higher oil prices and possible additional interest rate hikes weighed on sentiment.
Global underground Utilities Mapping Services Market sees promising growth despite COVID-19 challenges
According to the report, the global market size is set to reach a staggering US$ 8.11 billion by 2030, soaring from its 2021 evaluation.
Microsoft, Apple want to get their services off the EU's tech gatekeeper list
Microsoft and Apple argue their services haven't hit the set thresholds mentioned in the DMA, and are disputing the inclusion of their services in the list.
Meghan Markle leaves Prince Harry to watch football alone after he joined her for Beyonce concert
Prince Harry looked positively giddy while watching Lionel Messi's Inter Miami play against LAFC.
Iceland resumes whale hunting despite objections from animal rights groups
Iceland has resumed the practice of whale hunting after being forced to put a temporary ban in place until the end of August.
Microsoft president Brad Smith warns AI can be weaponised
Microsoft president Brad Smith says corporate responsibility, along with legal and regulatory safeguards are key to using artificial intelligence ethically.
India raises global cryptocurrency regulatory framework issue ahead of the G20 Summit
India's G20 Presidency has set the stage for cryptocurrency regulation talks at the G20 Summit as the Indian PM asked for global consensus in building a global cryptocurrency regulatory framework.
UK Gambling Reform Will Include Mandatory Levy
Exploring the forthcoming UK gambling reform, the pivotal inclusion of a mandatory levy, shedding light on its potential implications and the broader context of efforts to address gambling-related concerns.
Global experts set to gather at Bletchley Park for UK AI Safety Summit in November
The British High Commission announced that the summit is scheduled to take place from November 1st to 2nd and will aim to address critical concerns related to the development of artificial intelligence.
Big tech to face full force of new EU law
The world's biggest digital companies will have nowhere to hide starting Friday, when the toughest EU rules on online content since social media first burst onto the scene enter into force.
British Embassy showcases AI leadership during 'UK AI Week in Bangkok'
The British Embassy's 'UK AI Week in Bangkok' showcased UK AI leadership, fostering collaboration, policy discussions, business exhibitions and historical reflections, deepening ties with Thailand.
This Travel Pillow is Your Gateway to Limitless Comfort and Wanderlust
Discover how a revolutionary travel pillow redefines comfort and ignites a sense of wanderlust in this captivating article.
Inter Miami: David Beckham achieves success with Barcelona legends Messi, Alba and Busquets
The Real Madrid legend formed an unlikely alliance with the former Barcelona stars.
UK SMEs secure record-breaking £21 billion in government contracts
Recent data reveals UK SMEs received £21 billion worth of government contracts in the fiscal year 2021/22, translating to an average of approximately £3,800 for every British small business.
Government White Paper promises long-awaited reform of the UK gambling sector
The authors of this research, law firm Arnold & Porter's (London) Sean Curran, Partner, Melissa Dames, Senior Associate, and Rosa Hurdidge, Associate, take a deep dive into the UK government's White Paper on the gambling sector.
'No evidence' Facebook harms well-being: global study
There is "no evidence" that the growth in using Facebook led to "widespread psychological harm", the largest independent scientific study on the topic concluded Wednesday, contradicting previous analyses and widespread perceptions.