BUSINESS

Vivian Tu turned criticism into success, becoming a millionaire at 27 and founding Your Rich BFF. Learn about her journey from finance to TikTok, her bestselling books, and her advocacy.

Google co-founder Sergey Brin has spent $102 million to defeat California's Proposition 40, a one-time 5% billionaire tax that would fund Medi-Cal. Bernie Sanders says he could easily pay it.

The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the shift to online fashion shopping in the UK, with platforms like Shein gaining popularity due to affordability and variety, despite ethical concerns and rising high street prices.

Rebel Creamery filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy after Van Leeuwen won a £17.6m ($23.785m) judgment over disputed ice cream packaging.

Toby Gilbert of PACT SWAP predicts Bitcoin will hit $150,000 in a year, despite dismissing its gold comparison, sharing insights with 'IBTimes UK' on the market, institutions, and security.

As ticket prices soar, live events like concerts and theatre productions are becoming less accessible, raising concerns about affordability and the potential elitism of entertainment.

British pubs face closures due to rising costs and inflation, with two pubs closing daily. Community staples like The Tavern at Tansley struggle to survive despite local support.

The HENRY phenomenon describes high earners who feel financially stretched despite strong incomes. Lifestyle inflation and financial obligations often prevent them from feeling wealthy, highlighting the difference between income and wealth.

With record-breaking heatwaves in the UK, unions urge the government to set maximum working temperatures in schools to ensure safety and comfort for students and staff.

The UK's services sector, crucial to the economy, is contracting rapidly due to falling demand and rising costs, impacting jobs, consumer confidence, and economic recovery.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle's commercial ventures highlight their influence on the Royal Family's global brand, showcasing a shift from traditional royal duties to independent entrepreneurship.

Viktoriia Prisna's innovative financial strategies and management techniques have revolutionised restaurant operations, boosting revenue and efficiency. Her methods are now applied globally, and she's writing a book on systematic management.

Elon Musk's 2025 Tesla compensation reached $158.3 billion, equating to a median worker's annual pay in 4.23 seconds, highlighting a vast pay disparity according to the AFL-CIO report.

Explore how AI scribes can transform small medical practices by reducing administrative burdens, improving efficiency, and decreasing burnout. Discover top options with pricing, features, and practical advice.

Selena Gomez and her mother Mandy Teefey face a lawsuit from investors alleging they were misled into investing nearly $1.2 million in Wondermind,

Explore the widening CEO-worker pay gap as Elon Musk's $158.3B Tesla compensation in 2025 highlights income inequality, based on the AFL-CIO's Executive Paywatch report.

The anticipated $2T (£1.48T) Anthropic IPO is poised to surpass SpaceX, amid contrasting revenue forecasts. Discover insights into the AI investment landscape and market expectations.

Oracle's shares rose over 5% following a partnership with Quantinuum for quantum computing integration, amid reports of potential layoffs and significant AI infrastructure investments.

The key differences in employment rights for British and American Oracle employees facing layoffs, and how British staff can leverage legal protections during redundancy processes.

18-year-old entrepreneur Michael Haskell turned a $10 storage locker into a business grossing $135,000 (£100,000) in 2025. Discover his reselling strategies and storage auction success.

Forbes editor Randall Lane was dismissed after accepting an undisclosed $6 million payment from Shook Research's founder, raising concerns about conflicts of interest and editorial independence at the publication.

The DWP will issue early payments for Universal Credit, State Pension, and other benefits due to the August bank holiday, ensuring recipients receive funds before the weekend disruption.

An NTSB report on a Ryanair 737 window blowout exposed the same engine failure that killed a US flyer in 2018, and the mandated fix isn't required on US jets until July 2028.

Dodge Charger police-vehicle prototype surfaced at the Police Fleet Expo 2026. Summer 2027 orders are reported but unconfirmed.

Google DeepMind's Gemini 3 Pro AI model can influence beliefs and spending decisions, especially in finance, as shown in a study involving 10,101 participants across the US, UK, and India.

Frasers Group has acquired Harvey Nichols, saving over 1,000 jobs. The deal includes UK stores and international franchises, with plans for significant restructuring to revitalise the luxury retailer.

AI systems are absorbing tasks that once trained junior employees, prompting calls for new training models to ensure future senior staff development.

Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, went from rejecting a Goldman Sachs internship to leading a top AI company now preparing for a potential IPO with Wall Street's help.

Bumble scraps its women-message-first rule as paying users fall 16.4% and revenue drops to $210.5 million, part of a wider swipe-free overhaul.