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Major US companies like Walmart, Amazon, and FedEx are leading August 2026 layoffs across sectors, according to WARN filings. This follows a record-breaking July of job cuts and could impact the US economy.

Indian Creek Island, Miami's 'Billionaire Bunker', is home to Jeff Bezos, Mark Zuckerberg, and Tom Brady. Discover seven facts about this exclusive enclave of luxury and privacy.

The risks behind Microsoft's and Amazon's AI spending surge. Analyst Ed Zitron warns of an unsustainable investment boom driven by a narrow market focus.

Rolls-Royce CEO responds after being cut from BAE's 'all-British' Brontanax fighter jet project over a pricing dispute.

Capital One defends closing Trump-linked accounts, citing anti-money laundering reviews, amidst allegations of political bias. The lawsuit challenges whether compliance or politics motivated the closures.

Elon Musk is reportedly weighing a plan to merge SpaceX and Tesla by carving out Tesla's China arm, a move that has unsettled Beijing over potential access to data from two million Chinese drivers.

A landmark Wembley fight between Oleksandr Usyk and Daniel Dubois became a turning point for Global Next Trade's partnership with Queensberry Promotions, leading to a significantly expanded sponsorship agreement.

Njord Partners is facing mounting fundraising challenges as governance concerns, underwhelming performance metrics, and links to Russia-related controversies weigh on investor confidence.

Open banking is transforming UK online casinos by offering faster, safer payments. Trustly's pay-by-bank services are becoming the standard, driven by regulatory changes and consumer demand for speed and transparency.

Bullarion, a CFD brokerage offering 16,000+ instruments, claims a 95% active client retention rate, backed by a 5.4% interest programme on eligible balances and an eight-tier account structure.

OpenAI CEO Sam Altman warns of potential cybersecurity risks as AI becomes integral to business operations, emphasising the need for responsible deployment and robust cybersecurity measures.

From customer access to visa quotas to tax considerations, choosing the right Dubai free zone requires careful planning. Here's what business owners should know for a seamless business setup.

Leopold Aschenbrenner's $20 billion AI hedge fund, Situational Awareness, faced a dramatic reversal, selling its public equity portfolio to Citadel amid a sharp AI market correction.

Carpenter Technology's new CEO Brian Malloy died three weeks into the job, pulling retired chief Tony Thene back to steady a US maker of aerospace, defence and medical alloys.

Katie Price's equestrian clothing business, KP Equestrian Ltd, has been dissolved due to financial decline and inactivity, marking the end of her venture combining personal passion with commercial interests.

Epic Games launches its mobile store on iOS in Brazil, accusing Apple of using restrictive practices to hinder competition and urging regulators to take action.

Over 100 UK organisations, including major supermarkets, urge the government to legislate food security, citing supply chain disruptions and rising costs as threats to national resilience.

Qualcomm plans to raise chip prices by double digits from September 2026, potentially increasing flagship Android phone costs. This follows rising input costs and a memory chip shortage.

Situational Awareness built major AI infrastructure positions before leverage and market volatility forced the fund to unwind its public portfolio.

As the UK's Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) expands, more travellers are seeking help to avoid delays. UK Visa Portal says guidance can reduce errors—but only the Home Office decides approvals.

Explore how exclusive live casino bonuses and poker training sites can enhance your gaming experience, offering real rewards and skill development for a more rewarding journey.

ServiceNow has laid off hundreds of employees in a global restructuring as it shifts toward AI, despite strong earnings and plans to keep headcount steady.

Martyn's Law, effective next spring, mandates UK venues to enhance security measures. With technology partners like Dahua, venues can meet compliance requirements and ensure public safety.

Trump's 2025 disclosures show a dramatic increase to over 21,000 trades, $858 million in assets, and legal tensions with JPMorgan, highlighting automated strategies and major banks like Charles Schwab and UBS.

Málaga's British international schools are drawing families to the Costa del Sol, offering a blend of quality education, lifestyle benefits, and global mobility opportunities, making it a long-term relocation choice.

AlterHill Group looks at why shifting Fed rate expectations are moving bond yields, bank stocks, the dollar, and commodities together, and what that means for how traders watch the market.

US customs revenue turned negative in June as tariff refunds topped collections, but the billions are going back to importers, not the consumers who paid higher prices.

Microsoft rose 9%, and Meta fell 9% on results day. Discover what differentiated the two outcomes and why capital budgets now play a crucial role.

How UK motorists can save on fuel as petrol prices approach 160p per litre. Compare Costco, Tesco, and Asda's petrol prices and find the best deals at supermarket petrol stations.