Rachel Reeves is preparing to channel tens of millions from the National Wealth Fund into Oxa, the Oxford-founded self-driving technology firm, as Labour accelerates autonomous vehicle plans.
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ChatGPT to carry adverts for some users as OpenAI searches for new revenue
OpenAI will trial adverts in ChatGPT for free users and a new $8-a-month tier, as it looks to boost revenue amid ongoing AI losses.
US tariffs push Canada towards Europe and China as investors look beyond Washington
US trade tariffs are driving Canada closer to Europe and China, as investors shift billions away from the US amid ongoing trade uncertainty.
Octopus Energy crowned Britain’s Most Admired Company
Octopus Energy has been crowned Britain’s Most Admired Company 2025, becoming the youngest business ever to win the title at the London Stock Exchange.
Musk’s Starlink undercuts BT with UK broadband price cuts
Elon Musk’s Starlink is now cheaper than BT in parts of the UK after broadband price cuts to £35 a month, intensifying pressure on traditional providers.
Ex-Dyson engineers plot electric boiler to rival heat pumps — but admit high energy costs remain a hurdle
A pair of former Dyson engineers have raised millions of pounds to bring a battery-powered electric boiler to market, positioning it as a lower-cost, lower-disruption alternative to heat pumps for millions of UK homes.
AI set to ‘turbocharge’ Britain’s road and rail network, says Transport Select Committee chair
Government investment in AI and digital technology will transform Britain’s road and rail network, improve reliability and support economic growth, MPs say.
Gold and silver hit record highs as experts urge Britons to check drawers and jewellery boxes
Gold and silver prices hit all-time highs, prompting experts to urge Britons to check jewellery boxes and weigh up cautious investment options.
Jeremy Clarkson dismisses Brexit criticism as farmers’ anger grows
Jeremy Clarkson dismisses claims that Brexit is to blame for struggling British farms, reigniting debate over farming policy and regulation.
When Do Online Casinos Verify Players? A Clear Guide to KYC Triggers and Timelines
Player verification is one of the most misunderstood parts of online gambling. Many players are able to register, deposit, and place bets within minutes, only to encounter identity checks later, often at the exact moment they try to withdraw. This disconnect creates the impression that verification is arbitrary or selectively enforced.
Jonathan Charrier Montreal: Building a Global Import Business Through Trust, Craft, and Cultural Exchange
Jonathan Charrier is a Montreal-based entrepreneur and the founder of Charrier Global Imports, a company that connects Quebec and North American consumers with specialty foods, artisanal goods, handcrafted clothing, and wellness products from around the world. He launched the business in 2012 after years of hands-on travel and study in international trade.
Nightlife leaders warn business rates relief must go beyond pubs
Nightclubs, theatres and music venues warn business rates rises of up to 200% could force closures unless government relief is extended beyond pubs.
Labour workers’ rights concessions slash expected cost to business, government analysis shows
Labour’s revised employment rights reforms will now cost UK businesses around £1bn, down from £5bn, after key concessions, government analysis shows.
Hong Kong tech firms make strong showing at CES 2026 with award-winning innovations
Hong Kong tech companies win major awards and attract global buyers at CES 2026, reinforcing the city’s role as an international innovation hub.
How tariffs will continue reshaping the global economy in 2026
IMF warnings, slowing growth and rising uncertainty show how Donald Trump’s tariffs will continue to reshape global trade in 2026.
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