Revolutionising Finance: The Latest Trends in Fintech Innovation
There is a list of fintech trends to watch out for, as the rapid pace of fintech innovation is transforming finance for both businesses and consumers.
Economic Challenges Mount as UK Retail Sales Slow Amid Rising Inflation and Global Uncertainties
The latest sales-monitor report from the British Retail Consortium has revealed a slowdown in retail sales growth in the UK for September. Despite a fall in inflation, the high cost of living continues to place pressure on households' budgets.
UK-Japan Joint Space Mission to Trace the Universe Back to Its Origin
The UK Space Agency and the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency are collaborating on the LiteBIRD mission to trace the Universe back to its origin using one-of-kind telescope lenses developed by Cardiff University.
Best Banks in the UK 2023 - Personal Banking
Discover the best banks as rated by customers and experts
Economics Nobel Prize Honours Two Centuries Data Analysis of Gender Gap In Earnings
The Nobel Prize Organisation honoured Claudia Goldin for shedding light on the various underlying factors like childbirth and contraceptive pills as reasons behind the gender gap in earnings.
US Says Amazon Running Illegal Monopoly In Online Retail
A top US antitrust regulator sued Amazon on Tuesday, accusing the online retail behemoth of running an illegal monopoly by strong-arming sellers and stifling potential rivals.
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.
UK–Taiwan Renewable Energy Conference Highlights Collaboration in Pursuit of Net-Zero Goals
The 18th UK-Taiwan Renewable Energy Conference reinforced the UK and Taiwan's commitment to achieving net zero by 2050, gathering 150 experts to discuss renewable energy and emerging technologies.
New Board of Trade to Address Post-Brexit Trade Barriers
A new Board of Trade has been created to boost UK exports in high-growth potential sectors like the fashion retail and food and drink sectors.
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.
Doctors In England Step Up Strike Action Over Pay
Hospital chiefs on Wednesday warned of danger to patient safety from the latest doctors strike, the first time consultants and junior doctors in England have walked out at the same time.
UK Inflation In Surprise Drop To 18-month Low
British inflation unexpectedly slowed in August, data showed Wednesday, hitting an 18-month low and sparking hope this week's widely-forecast interest rate hike by the Bank of England could be its last for now.
UK visa application fees to see 20% increase across wide range of categories
The decision to raise visa fees follows an announcement by British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak in July, stating that fees and health surcharges for visa applicants would increase significantly, with the goal of raising over £1 billion.
Companies must harness transformative technologies like AI to stay afloat
Companies must always keep up with technological trends – or risk losing their market and being driven out of business by either the competition or technology itself.
UK visa for work, tourism to increase fees from next month
Back in July, UK PM Rishi Sunak announced that there would be a hike in fees for various visas.
Government invests £200 million to strengthen NHS ahead of challenging winter
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, Health Secretary Steve Barclay and NHS leaders will collaborate to ease healthcare pressures during the demanding winter season, emphasising early planning and funding.
Why 'design thinking' matters for business success
Despite the potential profit benefits it can bring, "design thinking" is not always the focus of executive decision-making in the business world, says Swiss industrial designer Rea Stark.
Cybercriminals are adopting a 'ransomware as a service' model
A recent report demonstrates how cybercriminals' victims are primarily chosen opportunistically, rather than being specifically targeted.
Britain seeks to lower the cost-of-living crisis with new measures tackling fake reviews and product labelling
More than half of the traders in the transport, hospitality and entertainment sectors indulge in drip pricing and fake reviews, which the UK government is trying to eradicate to lower the cost-of-living crisis.
NHS and ACE harness AI to predict long-stay patients and improve hospital outcomes
Prolonged hospital stays carry risks like higher mortality, readmission chances and physical decline, especially in the elderly, prompting ACE and the NHS AI Lab to pioneer an AI tool to identify at-risk patients.
Train services across England grind to a halt as drivers go on strike
Many Aslef union drivers, who work at over a dozen train companies, have walked out and will refuse to work overtime this coming Saturday.
The Philippines declares war on modern slavery and sexual exploitation
Reports show that around 859,000 people in the Philippines are bound by modern slavery. The British Embassy in Manila is supporting the government's crackdown by calling for project bids.
Britain strengthens sustainable agriculture with a Sustainable Farming Incentive
The 2023 Sustainable Farming Incentive has been launched to support farmers looking to adopt sustainable agriculture technologies as part of the £2.4 billion farming budget.
Eurozone economic downturn deepens in August
The eurozone economy is contracting at its fastest rate in three years as a steep decline in manufacturing begins to spread to services, a key survey said Wednesday.
NCSC launches expanded Cyber Incident Response Scheme to enhance cybersecurity support
UK's NCSC enhances Cyber Incident Response (CIR) scheme, empowering companies to offer high-quality response services.
UK companies leading in setting validated science-based net zero targets
A recently published report shows how global companies are faring in setting and committing to science-based net zero targets and how the UK is leading the way.
UK's Main Independent Installer of Commercial Mobile Signal Boosters
Exploring the role and impact of the UK's leading independent installer of commercial mobile signal boosters in enhancing connectivity and communication solutions for businesses.
Internet of Things: The Hidden Player in the World of Gambling
Exploring the uncharted role of the Internet of Things in the realm of gambling revealed the global number of IoT connections reached a staggering 14.3 billion, uncovering its subtle yet impactful influence on the industry's evolution.
A reported 60% of retailers want to adopt AI and newer technologies in the industry
Retailers are embracing a tech-driven revolution as 60 per cent of them prepare to harness the potential of AI and new technologies for an enhanced shopping journey, both online and in-store, in the coming year.
Microsoft is the world's most impersonated brand: report
Attackers also impersonate the World Health Organisation, Google, SpaceX, Salesforce, and Apple since they are top brands and entities people trust and rely on.