AI-Powered Misinformation Is The World's Biggest Short-Term Threat, Claims New Report
With 2024 being dubbed by many as "the year of elections", their Global Risks Report expressed fears that a wave of artificial intelligence-driven misinformation and disinformation could influence democratic processes and polarise society.
US Regulators Authorize First Bitcoin Funds On Public Markets
US securities regulators gave the green light Wednesday to a group of bitcoin exchange-traded funds, a keenly anticipated decision expected to boost the cryptocurrency.
UK Retail Landscape Faces Challenges as December 2023 Sales Slow Down
The total UK retail sales for the month showed a growth of 1.7 per cent, marking a substantial decline from the 6.9 per cent recorded in December 2022.
EU To Give £3.4 Billion State Aid to Battery and Green Tech Factories
These investments are integral to the EU's overarching mission to achieve climate neutrality with net-zero gas emissions by 2050.
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EU Examines Microsoft Investment In OpenAI
The EU, racing to regulate the fast-moving world of artificial intelligence, said Tuesday it has started a preliminary study of Microsoft's multi-billion-dollar investment in ChatGPT developer OpenAI to see if it could be a disguised merger.
UK Launches Europe's First Next-Gen Nuclear Fuel Production Plan To End Russian Fuel Dominance
The UK has launched a unique nuclear fuel production programme called the HALEU programme which powers nuclear reactors previously fueled by Russian fuel, fulfilling its COP28 promise of reducing Russian fuel dominance.
What Does The CBN Lifting The Ban On Crypto Mean To Every Day Nigerians?
Nigeria lifts the crypto ban, opening doors for financial inclusion with stricter regulations and potential for growth in 2024. Be cautious, educated and invest responsibly.
Vinfast Plans First EV Factory In India
Vietnamese carmaker VinFast said it will build its first electric vehicle factory in India as part of a planned $2 billion investment, as it looks to expand into the rapidly growing market.
The Biggest ZEV Mandate In The World Comes To Force In the UK
The UK government has turned the zero-emission vehicle mandate into law after an extension of the EU electric vehicles trade rule last month, putting in place the biggest ZEV mandate in the world.
Reported £19 Billion Surge in Mortgage Costs as Fixed-Rate Deals Near-Expiry
Around 1.5 million households are anticipated to have increased mortgage costs due to the housing crisis as the period of fixed-rate deals is ending.
UK Exporters To Benefit From UK Export Finance Backing of Six Flags Qiddiya City Deal
UK Export Finance has announced its first Islamic Murabaha financing in Saudi Arabia with the Six Flags Qiddiya City deal which will help UK exporters and suppliers to build the theme park.
Spain Generated Record 50% Of Power From Renewables In 2023
Spain generated more than half of its electricity from renewable sources such as wind and solar power in 2023 in a "historic" record, the national power grid said Thursday.
Strikes Shut Doors At World-famous French Monuments
Tourists travelling to visit historic French landmarks the Eiffel Tower and Normandy's Mont Saint Michel have found their doors closed for part of the past two weeks, as striking workers complain of underinvestment and too many visitors.
Three Exciting Innovations in the Gaming World
Few industries can boast the growth and startling innovation that the gaming world has been able to maintain over the last decade and a half.
Oil Prices Jump, Stocks Slump After Iran Blasts
Global markets were rattled Wednesday as blasts in Iran that killed at least 103 fanned fears of the war between Israel and Hamas spreading further.
Producers From Creative Industries Set Receive More Generous UK Tax Relief
High-end TV productions, film productions, or video games are set to receive £5,000 in tax relief.
Intel Announce Controversial 25 Billion Dollar Investment Deal With Israel
Intel has been forced into the spotlight after it announced a new billion-dollar investment in Israel. The US chip maker confirmed that it will be expanding the Intel Kiryat Gat fab 28 for 2nm node technology in the south of Israel.
UK Mergers and Acquisitions Witness 33% Decline, Lowest Levels Since 2009
The notable 33 per cent decrease in the overall value of mergers and acquisitions deals involving UK firms amounts to £207 billion throughout 2023.
Terrifying Incident On Qantas Flight From Bali As Cabin Crew Pins Down Passenger [Video]
The incident took place mid-air after the flight took off from Bali on Dec. 31.
Manchester United Block Mason Greenwood's Permanent Transfer, Reject £40m Bid From La Liga Side
Mason Greenwood and Man Utd mutually parted ways earlier this year.
Getting Ready for the AI Reset: What Businesses Can Do To Prepare in the Next Three Years
Although AI is transforming the world faster than its advocates imagined, it's not too late to get on board if you're a business owner. Here is how.
Manchester United: We Need 'Time And Patience' To Bring Back Success, Says Sir Jim Ratcliffe
Sir Jim Ratcliffe has agreed to buy a 25% stake in Man Utd for around £1 billion.
New York Times Sues OpenAI, Microsoft In Copyright Clash
The New York Times sued ChatGPT-maker OpenAI and Microsoft in a US court on Wednesday, alleging that the companies' powerful AI models used millions of articles for training without permission.
British Billionaire Ratcliffe Agrees Deal To Buy 25 Percent Of Man Utd
British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe has agreed a deal to buy a 25 percent stake in Manchester United for about $1.3 billion, vowing to return the Premier League club to the "top of world football".
French Unions Announce End Of Channel Tunnel Strike
French unions on Thursday announced the end of a wildcat strike that paralysed train travel through the Channel tunnel between France and Britain, saying the route would reopen shortly.
US Stocks Resume Upward Climb As Oil Dips On Angola OPEC Exit
Wall Street stocks resumed their upward climb on Thursday following a brief pullback while oil prices declined after Angola quit the OPEC oil cartel.
OpenAI Redefines Relationship With Microsoft On Updated Website
The complex relationship between Microsoft and OpenAI includes competing with each other, sharing IP and investing billions of dollars.
Junior Doctors' Strikes Impact Emergency Services During Festive Season
The Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Trust, responsible for managing the Cheltenham A&E, has announced the closure until 8 am on Saturday, 23 December.
Colossal Costs and Insatiable Influencers: How One Cake Maker Is Weathering the Storm With Swagger
Cake maker Reshmi Bennett spills the beans on her viral creations, her boisterous social media presence, and thriving in a tumultuous business environment.