BUSINESS

The NHS has introduced a new IP framework, replacing a 23-year-old system, to boost economic growth, streamline innovation, and speed up access to cutting-edge health technologies.

The UK's ASA banned ads from Booking.com, Hilton, Accor, and Travelodge for misleading consumers with 'from' prices that exaggerated low-rate room availability.

US President Donald Trump met with Saudi Crown Prince MBS at the White House and received a pledge of increased investment in the US, potentially up to $1 trillion.

A UK report reveals a £500m haul of counterfeit goods from China, Hong Kong, and Turkey, with criminals shifting to high-value fakes that threaten consumers and brands alike.

Google's Gemini 3 aims to reduce development costs via autonomous AI agents, but experts warn of a 'junior developer' paradox and long-term maintenance debt.

The £7 billion East West Rail link between Oxford and Cambridge threatens Bedford's communities, with rental costs soaring beyond £2,100/month and dozens of homes at risk of demolition.

Elon Musk challenges Jeff Bezos' new $6.2B AI startup Prometheus, calling it a 'copycat' and raising fresh questions about competition with xAI.

Curry shoes are now on sale on Under Armour's site, prompting debate over whether Stephen Curry's exit influenced the timing of these widely noticed discounts.

FIFA charges an unprecedented 30% combined fee on World Cup resale tickets, with base prices soaring 445%, turning the governing body into one of sports' biggest ticket brokers.

A former TSMC executive faces scrutiny after allegedly taking sensitive 2nm process data to Intel, prompting legal investigation and concerns over tech security and competition.

Tesla scores a major legal win as a judge decertifies a racism class action involving 6,000 Black workers, reshaping the battle over race claims at the company where Elon Musk is a major shareholder. Find out what happened.

The UK raised $17.3B in startup funding in 2025; more than France, Germany, and Switzerland combined, but only 2% of UK startups now make it from Seed to Series A, down from 12.5% in 2020

Novo Nordisk's new $199 offer for Ozempic and Wegovy aims to improve access for obesity and diabetes treatments, but experts warn of potential serious side effects.

The standard deposit protection limit covered Financial Services Compensation Scheme will increase in December for the first time since it was set eight years ago.

Bitcoin has plunged in recent weeks, wiping out 2025 gains as macroeconomic pressures, technical selling, and regulatory uncertainty drive a cautious crypto market.

The UK is weighing up joining the PEM trade pact to simplify post-Brexit rules, but MPs warn it may not cut red tape and could harm the vital EV industry.

Ford stops production of the Focus after a 27-year run, signalling major changes for millions of drivers who depended on the popular compact hatchback.

As Apple prepares for CEO Tim Cook's succession, John Ternus is the leading candidate to lead a $4 trillion company facing pressure to innovate in AI and beyond.

Tom Cruise earns his first Oscar, showcasing how his theatrical-only approach secured him £78M from one film—challenging streaming's profit limits.

Over 3,000 users can watch NFL games because of the latest Xfinity outage. Here's how to know if your area is impacted.

PETA intensifies its campaign against Pharrell Williams, criticising his continued use of exotic animal skins at Louis Vuitton and challenging his claims that change is underway.

A CNBC report warns the US could face a £760bn ($1tn) tariff refund crisis as the Supreme Court reviews President Trump's use of emergency trade powers.

JPMorgan has projected that Bitcoin could surge to around $170,000 (£129,405) over the next six to twelve months, with a safety floor near $94,000 (£71,553), highlighting the cryptocurrency's potential to rival gold's $28.3 trillion (£21.5 trillion) market value.

Investment firm CEO Ross Gerber has made a bold challenge to Apple: scrap Siri and integrate Google's powerful Gemini AI.

Germany faces a record €87bn trade deficit with China, signalling a deepening crisis for its auto industry as geopolitical tensions and competition intensify.

Stonegate Group is selling off what is known internally as their 'platinum' collection of pubs to pay £3 billion of accrued debt.

Stonegate, the UK's largest pub operator, faces mounting debt of £2.2 billion, with plans to sell assets to stay afloat amid rising costs and challenging economic conditions.

Asda's market share hits its lowest level in over a decade as analysts warn Aldi could overtake the supermarket within months, intensifying competition for value shoppers.

A major Freddy's Frozen Custard franchisee has filed for Chapter 11 to restructure £18 million in debt amid a wider financial crunch hitting ice-cream chains in 2025.