OpenAI has removed online content promoting its $6.4bn deal with Jony Ive’s hardware startup ‘io’ after a trademark complaint by AI earbud maker iyO.
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Internet users urged to change passwords after 16bn login credentials found online
Cybersecurity researchers warn internet users to update passwords and enable multifactor authentication after 16 billion login credentials were found in exposed datasets.
Petition launched as 4 in 5 UK businesses face soaring energy bills without price cap
With nearly 80% of UK businesses hit by rising energy costs and no price cap in place, Utility Bidder has launched a government petition calling for urgent support and regulation.
Lack of role models holding back jobseekers with Down’s syndrome, study finds
Only 5% of people with learning disabilities are employed in the UK. New research shows that more visible role models in hospitality would boost confidence and job applications.
GB News is now the UK’s fourth biggest news brand, Reuters report reveals
GB News ranks as the UK’s fourth biggest news outlet by weekly reach, according to the Reuters Institute’s 2025 Digital News Report, overtaking Channel 4, Channel 5, and CNN.
Increase in Wimbledon prize money will provide HMRC with a bumper tax take this year
Wimbledon prize money has doubled in 10 years, with a 7% increase in 2025 alone. HMRC is expected to receive a substantial tax boost as overseas players face UK tax on their winnings.
UK watchdog criticises ‘offensive’ portrayal of older people in adverts
The ASA has criticised UK advertising for relying on outdated and harmful stereotypes of older people, with a new report highlighting concerns around representation and end-of-life service targeting.
Banking giants plot takeovers to ramp up market share
NatWest, Shawbrook, and other major UK banks eye acquisitions in a new wave of consolidation aimed at boosting market share and absorbing rising tech and regulatory costs.
AI boom means regulator cannot predict future water shortages in England
The Environment Agency warns it cannot predict future water shortfalls due to unreported use by AI datacentres, as England faces a 5bn-litre daily deficit by 2055.
Vodafone terminates contracts of 12 franchisees who joined £120m lawsuit
Vodafone has terminated contracts with 12 franchisees involved in a £120m lawsuit over alleged unfair treatment, as the telecoms giant defends its high street strategy and franchise model.
How UK businesses can effectively overcome the AI implementation gap
The UK has long been a leader in artificial intelligence (AI) research, pioneering breakthroughs in areas like healthcare, financial modelling and cybersecurity. The Government’s AI Action Plan and recent investments highlight a clear ambition to establish the UK as a global AI superpower. However, ambition alone is not enough.
Setting global standards for family-friendly working: UK and Australian employers unite at Australia House
UK and Australian business leaders gathered at Australia House to promote family-friendly workplace certification, sharing evidence-based strategies to support carers and attract top talent.
Corporate support for UK Pride festivals declines amid political backlash
Corporate sponsorship of Pride events in the UK has dropped significantly in 2024, with brands including Sony, Durex, Costa and Deloitte scaling back support amid mounting pressure over DEI policies and political scrutiny in the US.
Mostly AI launches $100k global challenge to spotlight privacy-safe synthetic data for AI development
MOSTLY AI announces $100,000 global prize challenge to advance privacy-safe synthetic data for AI training. Entries close 3 July, with winners revealed 9 July.
Mary Portas leads Westminster rally for Better Business Act as momentum grows for purpose-led reform
Retail icon Mary Portas joins 150+ business leaders in Parliament to call for urgent reform of UK company law through the Better Business Act, putting people and planet on par with profit.
