Bolt chief executive Ryan Breslow has defended axing the fintech’s entire HR department, claiming the team “created problems that didn’t exist” as the firm slashes headcount and pivots to an AI-first model.
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ICO Warns SMEs: one month to comply with new Data Complaints Law
UK businesses have just four weeks to put a statutory data protection complaints process in place before the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 takes effect on 19 June 2026. Here’s what SMEs must do.
How a 50-person start-up beat TikTok at the IPO – with Lord Sugar in its corner
An Isle of Man fintech start-up has beaten TikTok at the UK Intellectual Property Office, winning a two-year trade mark fight backed by Lord Sugar’s Trade Mark Wizards, and TikTok has been ordered to pay costs
Meta dealt blow by EU court in landmark ruling on publisher payments
Meta has lost a pivotal EU court case after challenging Italy’s right to set compensation for press content. The ruling strengthens publishers’ hand in negotiations with Big Tech platforms over snippets and AI training data.
Tesco loses court of appeal fight over equal pay job assessment in landmark ruling for SME and retail employers
Tesco has lost its Court of Appeal challenge to the way tribunals assess job value in the £multi-million equal pay claim brought by 16,000 shop workers — with significant implications for UK employers.
Ashley’s Frasers group dodges hefty damages bill in trademark appeal victory
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group has overturned damages in a long-running trademark battle with Beverly Hills Polo Club owner Lifestyle Equities, after the Court of Appeal ruled licensee claims were filed too late.
Meta launches high court challenge against Ofcom over online safety act fines
Meta has launched a judicial review against Ofcom, arguing the regulator’s fees and fines regime under the Online Safety Act is disproportionate and unfairly tied to global revenue.
Publishers take Meta to court in landmark AI copyright showdown
Five major publishers including Hachette and Macmillan have sued Meta in Manhattan federal court, alleging the tech giant pirated millions of books to train its Llama AI. Industry experts warn UK SMEs of mounting licensing risks.
HMRC loses landmark £584,000 tax battle as referees ruled self-employed
HMRC has been defeated in the landmark £584,000 PGMOL employment status case, with a tribunal ruling football referees were genuinely self-employed — casting fresh doubt over the tax office’s CEST tool.
Aston Martin takes its 17pc shareholder Geely to court over ‘copycat’ wings logo
Aston Martin is taking legal action against Chinese part-owner Geely over a winged LEVC taxi logo it claims infringes its 1927 emblem — despite Geely’s £245m stake in the British marque.
Live Nation and Ticketmaster ruled an illegal monopoly as US jury sides with States
A Manhattan jury has found Live Nation and Ticketmaster operated an unlawful monopoly over major concert venues, overcharging fans by $1.72 per ticket. Live Nation plans to appeal.
Imminent changes to Statutory Sick Pay: What employers need to know
In a recent Acas survey, employers and employees were asked which three changes in the Employment Rights Act 2025 would have the biggest impact in their workplace.
Luke Littler moves to trademark his face in bid to combat AI fakes
Darts champion Luke Littler applies to trademark his face to prevent AI deepfakes and counterfeit products, highlighting gaps in UK IP law.
AI-generated legal claims add to cost burden on British businesses
More than a third of UK firms face rising AI-generated legal claims, increasing costs, cyber risk and pressure on in-house legal teams, new research finds.
Dragons’ Den success story Piddle Patch wins landmark trademark infringement case
Piddle Patch, the eco-friendly dog toilet brand featured on Dragons’ Den, has won a High Court trademark infringement case against City Doggo Ltd in a ruling that could shape UK intellectual property disputes.
