OpenAI is poised to secure nearly $40bn in new investment—doubling its valuation to around $340bn.
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Google vows tougher measures on fake reviews after CMA probe
Google has committed to stronger safeguards against fake online reviews in the UK by promising to clamp down on misleading practices and penalise businesses and individuals found boosting their star ratings fraudulently.
Piers Morgan quits Murdoch empire to build Uncensored brand independently on YouTube
Piers Morgan quits Rupert Murdoch’s media empire, taking full ownership of his Uncensored brand on YouTube. Discover why the outspoken broadcaster chose greater independence and global reach over a traditional TalkTV slot.
Kevin O’leary joins billionaire’s bid to buy TikTok as US ban deadline nears
Shark Tank’s Kevin O’Leary joins billionaire Frank McCourt in a bid to buy TikTok as a looming US ban deadline puts pressure on ByteDance to sell.
Nick Clegg quits Meta after selling nearly $19m in shares
Nick Clegg steps down from his top role at Meta after offloading nearly $19m worth of shares. Discover how the former deputy prime minister’s exit fuels speculation of a move into AI, his stance on regulation, and why he still holds Meta stock worth around $21m.
Bezos readies UK satellite broadband to rival Musk
Jeff Bezos’s Amazon aims to launch Project Kuiper in the UK, challenging Elon Musk’s Starlink with satellite broadband for homes, businesses, and government clients.
Empowered Events revolutionised the British Business Excellence Awards with HP technology
Founded three years ago by Sarah Austin, Empowered Events, has swiftly risen to prominence in the world of large-scale event management.
TikTok appeals to US Supreme Court in last-ditch attempt to halt forced sell-off or ban
TikTok has asked the US supreme court to halt a January deadline forcing its Chinese owner to divest the app or face a national ban. The move comes amid data-security tensions, free speech debates, and a potential policy shift under incoming president Donald Trump.
Elon Musk’s Starlink set to transform rural UK connectivity as satellite race heats up
Elon Musk’s Starlink and rival satellite providers aim to end rural “not spots” in British mobile coverage. Their groundbreaking technology could connect remote areas and challenge traditional operators, ushering in a new era for countryside living.
TalkTalk to axe hundreds of jobs as broadband provider targets £120m cost cuts
TalkTalk will cut hundreds of roles as it seeks to strip out £120m in costs, offload non-core units, and boost automation. The restructuring follows an emergency bailout and aims to stabilise the debt-laden broadband provider’s finances.
Court upholds law forcing TikTok ban or sale in the United States
Federal judges move TikTok closer to U.S. ban as ByteDance faces January deadline
UK considers social media ban for under-16s as Minister orders new research
UK considers social media ban for under-16s as Technology Secretary Peter Kyle orders new research, signalling possible alignment with Australia’s proposed restrictions.
UK government pledges £500m to expand broadband and mobile coverage in rural areas
The UK government’s Autumn Budget commits £500 million to enhance broadband and mobile infrastructure, aiming for nationwide gigabit and 5G coverage by 2030. Learn about the impact on rural businesses and economic growth.
Elon Musk branded ‘promoter of evil’ by top EU official in clash over online moderation
In a sharp escalation of tensions between Brussels and Elon Musk, one of the European Union’s top officials, Věra Jourová, has branded the billionaire tech entrepreneur a “promoter of evil” over his handling of X, formerly known as Twitter.
Hollywood director accuses Elon Musk of copying designs for Tesla Robots and Cybercab
Hollywood director Alex Proyas accuses Elon Musk of copying robot and taxi designs from his 2004 film I, Robot, after Musk unveils Tesla’s Optimus robot and Cybercab.
