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OpenAI has announced a major strategic move to accelerate its expansion into hardware, with the acquisition of io, the San Francisco-based tech start-up founded by Sir Jony Ive, the former chief design officer at Apple.…

Public sector borrowing in the UK surged past expectations last month, hitting £20.2 billion, as higher spending on public services and increased benefit payments drove up government outlays. The figure, released by the Office for…

HSBC has told thousands of UK employees that their pay could be cut if they fail to meet new in-office attendance requirements, as the bank steps up efforts to tighten its hybrid working policy. In…

The UK government’s continued focus on traditional free trade agreements (FTAs) is misaligned with the country’s service-based economy, according to a new report from the Tony Blair Institute (TBI), which calls for a fundamental rethink…

Uber has launched a new on-demand delivery service called Courier, designed to help individuals and small businesses across the UK handle everyday errands and deliveries with ease. The service, now live in nine cities and…

Gresham House Ventures has led a £3.9 million investment round in digital workplace pension provider Penfold, backing the fintech’s continued expansion in the UK SME and accountancy markets. The round also included participation from existing…

The long-awaited reunion of British rock icons Oasis is not just a cultural milestone — it’s shaping up to be a major economic event. According to new research from Novuna Personal Finance, the Oasis Live…

Bitcoin (BTC) has reached a new all-time high, briefly touching $111,000, as a confluence of macroeconomic factors and growing institutional interest propels the cryptocurrency into uncharted territory. The landmark moment follows a break above $109,000,…

Reverse logistics manages product returns, refurbishments, recycling, and waste reduction. It’s not just about fixing mistakes; it’s a strategy to recover value, satisfy customers, and promote sustainability. Businesses that embrace reverse logistics can reduce costs…

As desert extremes take their toll on vehicles, an increasing number of car owners are seeking out PPF Dubai solutions — paint protection film installations — to preserve their cars’ finish. Industry analysts project robust…