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NatWest admits serious failings over Farage account closure

The communication of the closure with the former UKIP leader did not follow the bank's policies, a report found. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67236693?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The communication of the closure with the former UKIP leader did not follow the bank's policies, a report found. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67236693 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 06:36:21 GMT

China economic reformer Li Keqiang dies at 68

Once tipped as the country's leader, Li Keqiang has died less than a year after stepping down as premier. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67235777?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Once tipped as the country's leader, Li Keqiang has died less than a year after stepping down as premier. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67235777 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 04:23:06 GMT

China economic reformer Li Keqiang dies at 68

Li Keqiang, once the second most powerful man in China, suffered a sudden heart attack, state media said. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-19870221?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Li Keqiang, once the second most powerful man in China, suffered a sudden heart attack, state media said. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-19870221 Fri, 27 Oct 2023 01:29:11 GMT

Airbnb turns to AI to help prevent house parties

The short-term rental giant is now using artificial intelligence to try to prevent troublemakers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67156176?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The short-term rental giant is now using artificial intelligence to try to prevent troublemakers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67156176 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 23:00:53 GMT

How does China fix the Evergrande mess?

The heavily indebted company has become the poster child of the country's flailing property sector. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191262?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The heavily indebted company has become the poster child of the country's flailing property sector. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191262 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 22:31:44 GMT

After a year of Elon Musk, what's next for X?

How the billionaire's purchase of Twitter has changed the platform and what the future may hold. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67226795?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA How the billionaire's purchase of Twitter has changed the platform and what the future may hold. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67226795 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 23:06:08 GMT

When should I turn the heating on?

As it gets colder here are some tips to help you stay warm while trying to keep your energy bills down. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67197871?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA As it gets colder here are some tips to help you stay warm while trying to keep your energy bills down. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67197871 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 23:00:35 GMT

US economy grows at fastest pace in nearly two years

Higher wages seen in a tight jobs market have helped power consumer spending and the economy in the US. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67229919?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Higher wages seen in a tight jobs market have helped power consumer spending and the economy in the US. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67229919 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 13:08:18 GMT

Rishi Sunak says AI has threats and risks - but outlines its potential

Rishi Sunak warns AI could help terrorists spread fear but urges the public not to lose sleep. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67225158?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Rishi Sunak warns AI could help terrorists spread fear but urges the public not to lose sleep. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-67225158 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:33:41 GMT

Rainy summer hits ice cream sales, says Magnum maker

Unilever, which also owns Ben & Jerry's, says sales were down after poor weather in Europe URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67226253?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Unilever, which also owns Ben & Jerry's, says sales were down after poor weather in Europe https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67226253 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:46:04 GMT

Regulator reveals water firms with worst finances

Thames Water is among a group of firms being closely monitored due to issues with their finances. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67225011?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Thames Water is among a group of firms being closely monitored due to issues with their finances. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67225011 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 11:08:14 GMT

Eurovision Song Contest gave Liverpool £55m 'shot in the arm', mayor says

More than 300,000 people attended song contest-related events in the city in May, the council says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67216943?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA More than 300,000 people attended song contest-related events in the city in May, the council says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67216943 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 08:23:19 GMT

Warning flight fares to rise after air charges hiked

Airlines say passengers will foot the bill after the aviation regulator hiked charges at airports. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67225006?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Airlines say passengers will foot the bill after the aviation regulator hiked charges at airports. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67225006 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 07:04:11 GMT

Alan Wake 2: How one of gaming's lost sequels finally got made

After 13 years, Alan Wake's creator finally gets to release the sequel many thought wouldn't happen. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-67204018?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA After 13 years, Alan Wake's creator finally gets to release the sequel many thought wouldn't happen. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-67204018 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 03:41:50 GMT

UAW strike: Ford and union agree 'tentative' deal to end strike

The deal would be the first settlement of strikes by 45,000 workers against the 'Big three' US car makers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67224476?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The deal would be the first settlement of strikes by 45,000 workers against the 'Big three' US car makers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67224476 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 01:00:17 GMT

Student maintenance loans almost entirely used up by rent, report warns

The average cost of university accommodation in England is almost level with the average maintenance loan. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-67206767?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The average cost of university accommodation in England is almost level with the average maintenance loan. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-67206767 Thu, 26 Oct 2023 00:19:54 GMT

Hoodrich: 'We went from the streets to the stores'

Jay Williams, founder of streetwear brand Hoodrich, talks about his business journey. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67197321?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Jay Williams, founder of streetwear brand Hoodrich, talks about his business journey. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67197321 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:01:58 GMT

AI could worsen cyber-threats, report warns

By 2025 AI could increase cyber-attack risk, and help plan physical attacks, report warns. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67221117?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA By 2025 AI could increase cyber-attack risk, and help plan physical attacks, report warns. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67221117 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 22:17:34 GMT

Barbie movie reverses Mattel's toy sales slump

Toymaker Mattel reports a jump Barbie sales after the success of this summer's Barbie film. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67223711?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Toymaker Mattel reports a jump Barbie sales after the success of this summer's Barbie film. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67223711 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 21:39:44 GMT

Watchdog: Ex-NatWest boss breached Nigel Farage's privacy

Former Natwest boss Alison Rose should not have shared information on Nigel Farage, watchdog says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67222543?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Former Natwest boss Alison Rose should not have shared information on Nigel Farage, watchdog says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67222543 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 19:00:55 GMT

Carnival cruise firm pays thousands over Covid 'negligence'

An Australian judge orders Carnival to pay medical bills of passenger who caught Covid on board one of its ships. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67215595?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA An Australian judge orders Carnival to pay medical bills of passenger who caught Covid on board one of its ships. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67215595 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 16:41:21 GMT

FTX: 'King of Crypto' to testify in fraud case

Former crypto boss Sam Bankman-Fried has decided to speak in his own defence, his legal team says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67221161?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Former crypto boss Sam Bankman-Fried has decided to speak in his own defence, his legal team says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67221161 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 15:08:31 GMT

Spider-Man 2 fastest-selling game made by PlayStation

The PlayStation 5 exclusive sold more than 2.5 million copies in its first 24 hours. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67214722?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The PlayStation 5 exclusive sold more than 2.5 million copies in its first 24 hours. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67214722 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 11:01:57 GMT

Higher interest rates drive bumper Lloyds profits

The banking group revealed profits of £1.9bn for the three months to September. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67214201?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The banking group revealed profits of £1.9bn for the three months to September. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67214201 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 07:43:37 GMT

US orders immediate halt to some AI chip exports to China, Nvidia says

The new export rules were due to start in November, but Nvidia says the US sped up their introduction. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67213134?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The new export rules were due to start in November, but Nvidia says the US sped up their introduction. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67213134 Wed, 25 Oct 2023 03:41:12 GMT

Big banks linked to products with pangolin parts

The companies include UK multinationals such as HSBC, Prudential, and Legal & General. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191069?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The companies include UK multinationals such as HSBC, Prudential, and Legal & General. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191069 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:29:05 GMT

Paedophiles using AI to turn singers and film stars into kids

Charity finds dark web forums sharing thousands of new abuse images made with bespoke AI software. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67172231?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Charity finds dark web forums sharing thousands of new abuse images made with bespoke AI software. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67172231 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:01:45 GMT

Rural buses: Councils opt for 'on-demand' services in face of cuts

Councils said they could not offer a like-for-like replacement for commercial services that have faced cuts. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67208829?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Councils said they could not offer a like-for-like replacement for commercial services that have faced cuts. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67208829 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 23:02:10 GMT

States accuse Instagram of hurting mental health

Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, is facing legal action from dozens of US states. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67207829?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Meta, the parent company of Instagram and Facebook, is facing legal action from dozens of US states. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67207829 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 16:38:27 GMT

Car workers strike costing GM $200m a week

The UAW action over pay and benefits is now in its sixth week and involves more than 40,000 people. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67207828?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UAW action over pay and benefits is now in its sixth week and involves more than 40,000 people. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67207828 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 14:50:41 GMT

Cap on bankers' bonuses to be scrapped

The plan is part of a post-Brexit shake-up of City rules, the regulator has confirmed. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67206997?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The plan is part of a post-Brexit shake-up of City rules, the regulator has confirmed. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67206997 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 12:18:36 GMT

Next Mission: Impossible film delayed by a year by US actors' strike

The eighth movie in the hit Tom Cruise franchise won't now be released until May 2025. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67203951?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The eighth movie in the hit Tom Cruise franchise won't now be released until May 2025. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-67203951 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 11:10:08 GMT

Iceland's PM strikes over gender pay gap

Katrín Jakobsdóttir is refusing to work on Tuesday in protest at the gender pay gap. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-67195224?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Katrín Jakobsdóttir is refusing to work on Tuesday in protest at the gender pay gap. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-europe-67195224 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:13:47 GMT

Job figures show signs of labour market weakening

Unemployment rose marginally in the three months to August, official figures show. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67194553?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Unemployment rose marginally in the three months to August, official figures show. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67194553 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 06:35:09 GMT

World shift to clean energy is unstoppable, IEA report says

The world is shifting rapidly to clean energy but still investing too much in fossil fuels, the IEA says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-67198206?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The world is shifting rapidly to clean energy but still investing too much in fossil fuels, the IEA says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-67198206 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 04:00:32 GMT

Short selling: Don’t be the 'Dumb Money'

Short selling can be risky, but more and more amateur investors are taking it up. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67087678?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Short selling can be risky, but more and more amateur investors are taking it up. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67087678 Tue, 24 Oct 2023 01:20:50 GMT

Workers on voluntary Real Living Wage see 10% pay rise

The increase in the voluntary pay scheme will benefit more than 460,000 UK workers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67194691?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The increase in the voluntary pay scheme will benefit more than 460,000 UK workers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67194691 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 23:01:03 GMT

Tinder: Friends and family can now recommend matches

Users of the dating app can now give friends and family access to their accounts to suggest potential matches. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67197467?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Users of the dating app can now give friends and family access to their accounts to suggest potential matches. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67197467 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 15:58:17 GMT

Police to treat shoplifting like organised crime

Retailers will help fund a specialist police unit to target gangs fuelling thefts in England and Wales. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191793?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Retailers will help fund a specialist police unit to target gangs fuelling thefts in England and Wales. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191793 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 14:04:06 GMT

HS2: England's buses get £150m boost from cancelled leg

Ministers say the funding for buses in the Midlands and North will mean a "fairer transport system". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-67192863?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ministers say the funding for buses in the Midlands and North will mean a "fairer transport system". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-67192863 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 12:26:06 GMT

Shared appreciation mortgages: The 1990s deals that became a nightmare

Families say shared appreciation mortgages taken out in the 1990s are now causing serious hardship. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-67122324?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Families say shared appreciation mortgages taken out in the 1990s are now causing serious hardship. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-67122324 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 07:08:55 GMT

Tsingtao: Video shows Chinese beer worker urinating into tank

Tsingtao has alerted Chinese police after a video shows a worker urinating into a tank. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-67191242?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tsingtao has alerted Chinese police after a video shows a worker urinating into a tank. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-asia-china-67191242 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:41:57 GMT

Labour more ambitious for Tata Steel - Sir Keir Starmer

UK Labour leader says he wants to preserve jobs, amid looming cuts to Port Talbot steelworks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-67194035?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA UK Labour leader says he wants to preserve jobs, amid looming cuts to Port Talbot steelworks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-wales-politics-67194035 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 11:00:29 GMT

Plans to close ticket offices 'go too far, too fast', say MPs

The plans risk excluding some passengers from the railway, warns a committee of MPs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67193008?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The plans risk excluding some passengers from the railway, warns a committee of MPs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67193008 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 11:17:37 GMT

Billionaires should face a minimum tax rate, report says

A 2% rate on the world's wealthy could raise as much as $250bn a year, a report suggests. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191791?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A 2% rate on the world's wealthy could raise as much as $250bn a year, a report suggests. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67191791 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 08:45:21 GMT

Tax cuts will be considered if inflation falls, cabinet minister says

Robert Jenrick says PM Rishi Sunak has the "right priorities" despite his party's by-election losses. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67186751?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Robert Jenrick says PM Rishi Sunak has the "right priorities" despite his party's by-election losses. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67186751 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 11:24:21 GMT

Labour fears no-fault eviction ban will be delayed

Ministers maintain a new law will be brought in but Labour says they fear it could be watered down. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67187411?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ministers maintain a new law will be brought in but Labour says they fear it could be watered down. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67187411 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 21:31:54 GMT

Does the paper industry need to cut its water usage?

Firms in the sector are using new technologies to reduce the amount of water they require. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67144689?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Firms in the sector are using new technologies to reduce the amount of water they require. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67144689 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 23:11:14 GMT

Foxconn: iPhone-maker investigated by Chinese authorities

Chinese state media reports some of the Taiwan-based firm's mainland operations are being investigated. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67186745?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chinese state media reports some of the Taiwan-based firm's mainland operations are being investigated. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67186745 Mon, 23 Oct 2023 01:53:05 GMT

Autumn statement: Government considers help for first-time buyers

The Treasury is understood to be considering extending a low deposit mortgage scheme for a year. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67186746?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Treasury is understood to be considering extending a low deposit mortgage scheme for a year. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67186746 Sun, 22 Oct 2023 15:20:29 GMT

'My business had £1.6m stolen in 20 minutes'

An employee at Steve Wright's firm was tricked into giving thieves access to the company account. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67149919?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA An employee at Steve Wright's firm was tricked into giving thieves access to the company account. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67149919 Sat, 21 Oct 2023 23:35:50 GMT

Moody's drops negative outlook on UK credit rating

Ratings agency says "predictability has been restored" following last year's mini-Budget. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67175072?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Ratings agency says "predictability has been restored" following last year's mini-Budget. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67175072 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 21:24:37 GMT

Elon Musk says X to have two new premium tiers

The latest change to the platform will see two layers of subscriptions - one with adverts and one without. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67167804?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The latest change to the platform will see two layers of subscriptions - one with adverts and one without. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67167804 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:51:59 GMT

Warm weather hits clothing sales in September

Shoppers reined back spending on autumn clothes amid rising prices and warm weather. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67166921?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Shoppers reined back spending on autumn clothes amid rising prices and warm weather. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67166921 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 07:11:01 GMT

Government borrows less than expected in September

Public borrowing was £14.3bn last month, lower than most economists had anticipated. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67166913?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Public borrowing was £14.3bn last month, lower than most economists had anticipated. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67166913 Fri, 20 Oct 2023 06:16:34 GMT

Is AI about to transform the legal profession?

Law firms are increasingly using artificial intelligence systems, but it comes with risks. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67121212?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Law firms are increasingly using artificial intelligence systems, but it comes with risks. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67121212 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:07:11 GMT

Prepayment fears delaying smart meter roll-out, warn MPs

Concern about being remotely switched onto prepayment meters is deterring smart meter uptake, say MPs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67161140?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Concern about being remotely switched onto prepayment meters is deterring smart meter uptake, say MPs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67161140 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 23:02:57 GMT

Amazon launches humanoid robots to 'free up' staff

The US tech giant is looking at ways it can automate more of its operations. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67163680?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The US tech giant is looking at ways it can automate more of its operations. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67163680 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 18:46:24 GMT

RMT union votes for six more months of rail strikes

RMT boss Mick Lynch said members had provided a "decisive mandate" for further action. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67162708?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA RMT boss Mick Lynch said members had provided a "decisive mandate" for further action. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67162708 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 17:28:47 GMT

Top crypto firms named in $1bn fraud lawsuit

New York's top lawyer called it "another example of bad actors" in the crypto industry. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67161638?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New York's top lawyer called it "another example of bad actors" in the crypto industry. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67161638 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 17:04:03 GMT

EU gives Meta and TikTok formal Hamas disinformation deadline

Both firms must respond within a week to the request for information under the EU's new tech rules. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67157733?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Both firms must respond within a week to the request for information under the EU's new tech rules. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67157733 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 13:42:13 GMT

New warrants given to force-fit prepayment meters

The practice has been halted since February but will resume only when approval is given by Ofgem. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67156172?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The practice has been halted since February but will resume only when approval is given by Ofgem. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67156172 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:14:52 GMT

Amazon, Expedia and Trustpilot unite to fight fake reviews

Major online firms will work together to fight fake reviews and share best practice. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67156584?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Major online firms will work together to fight fake reviews and share best practice. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67156584 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 12:02:09 GMT

TransPennine Express announces service cuts to boost punctuality

The train firm's boss says the temporary reduction will help "fix the business in the long term". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-67146406?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The train firm's boss says the temporary reduction will help "fix the business in the long term". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-67146406 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 09:11:03 GMT

Welsh Water admits illegally spilling sewage for years

The company released untreated sewage at dozens of sites, including near a bottlenose dolphin habitat. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-67077510?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company released untreated sewage at dozens of sites, including near a bottlenose dolphin habitat. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/science-environment-67077510 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:01:37 GMT

Nokia to axe up to 14,000 jobs to cut costs

The Finnish telecoms giant reported a disappointing result due to slowing sales of 5G equipment. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67153676?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The Finnish telecoms giant reported a disappointing result due to slowing sales of 5G equipment. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67153676 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 06:02:34 GMT

US mortgage rates have hit a two decade high of 8%

Americans hoping to buy a home or apartment are facing steep borrowing costs, data shows. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67152845?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Americans hoping to buy a home or apartment are facing steep borrowing costs, data shows. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67152845 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 05:43:22 GMT

Nvidia and iPhone maker Foxconn to build "AI factories"

This comes as the US announced plans to cut off more exports of advanced chips to China, in a blow to Nvidia. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67153669?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA This comes as the US announced plans to cut off more exports of advanced chips to China, in a blow to Nvidia. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67153669 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 03:09:06 GMT

BYD: The top electric car maker that is not Tesla

Chinese auto giant BYD is now ahead of Tesla in quarterly production - and second to it in global sales. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66737524?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Chinese auto giant BYD is now ahead of Tesla in quarterly production - and second to it in global sales. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-66737524 Thu, 19 Oct 2023 01:16:14 GMT

Babbel boss: Baseball taught me a valuable lesson

Arne Schepker, CEO of Babbel, the language-learning, digital platform, shares his advice for our CEO Secrets series. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67135889?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Arne Schepker, CEO of Babbel, the language-learning, digital platform, shares his advice for our CEO Secrets series. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67135889 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 07:45:55 GMT

Britishvolt aims to supply batteries to Australian military

New owner, Recharge, hopes to close a deal on the Northumberland site, paving the way to make batteries for export. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67149907?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA New owner, Recharge, hopes to close a deal on the Northumberland site, paving the way to make batteries for export. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67149907 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 23:05:07 GMT

Irish baby milk factory to close as China birth rate drops

The closure of the plant in Askeaton, County Limerick, will mean more than 500 job losses. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cv20pywdj0zo?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The closure of the plant in Askeaton, County Limerick, will mean more than 500 job losses. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cv20pywdj0zo Wed, 18 Oct 2023 18:58:45 GMT

Netflix's sharing crackdown is paying off but prices are still rising

The streaming giant said it was putting up prices in the UK and other markets even after introducing tougher rules. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67140876?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The streaming giant said it was putting up prices in the UK and other markets even after introducing tougher rules. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67140876 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 21:26:23 GMT

Microsoft's new AI assistant can go to meetings for you

The ChatGPT-style tech can write emails, create Powerpoints, and take care of other "drudgery". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67103536?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The ChatGPT-style tech can write emails, create Powerpoints, and take care of other "drudgery". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67103536 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 17:35:05 GMT

Amazon plans drone deliveries for UK parcels next year

Deliveries will be in one area to begin with from late 2024 and only for items weighing up to 5lbs (2.2kg). URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67132527?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Deliveries will be in one area to begin with from late 2024 and only for items weighing up to 5lbs (2.2kg). https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67132527 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 17:02:54 GMT

Energy firms ordered to contact struggling customers

The boss of the energy regulator says suppliers must do more to prioritise vulnerable customers. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67147353?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The boss of the energy regulator says suppliers must do more to prioritise vulnerable customers. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67147353 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 13:34:09 GMT

Sky Bet tweet featuring Gary Neville banned over gambling ad rules

The advertising authority in the UK says the retired footballer has "strong appeal" for under-18s. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-67137489?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The advertising authority in the UK says the retired footballer has "strong appeal" for under-18s. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/newsbeat-67137489 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 08:58:39 GMT

Face search company Clearview AI overturns UK privacy fine

Controversial firm, which acts as a search engine for faces, wins appeal against a watchdog. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67133157?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Controversial firm, which acts as a search engine for faces, wins appeal against a watchdog. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67133157 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 09:45:15 GMT

Is the UK doing enough to monitor air pollution?

There are now 555 air quality monitors across the country, but some say they aren't good enough. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67074601?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA There are now 555 air quality monitors across the country, but some say they aren't good enough. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67074601 Sun, 15 Oct 2023 23:04:45 GMT

Country Garden: China property giant default fears grow

The housing sector accounts for a third of China's economy, whose post-pandemic recovery has been sluggish. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67142093?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The housing sector accounts for a third of China's economy, whose post-pandemic recovery has been sluggish. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67142093 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 06:39:19 GMT

UK inflation rate remains at 6.7% in September

The inflation rate remains steady in the year to September, ending three successive monthly drops. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67142756?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The inflation rate remains steady in the year to September, ending three successive monthly drops. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67142756 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 06:06:01 GMT

Call for more help on heat pumps to meet net zero target

The government needs to expand subsidies for heat pumps, say its independent advisers on infrastructure. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67134404?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The government needs to expand subsidies for heat pumps, say its independent advisers on infrastructure. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67134404 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 01:33:50 GMT

X begins charging new users $1 a year in New Zealand, Philippines

The new trial, beginning in New Zealand and Philippines, is to combat bots and spammers, says X. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67141993?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The new trial, beginning in New Zealand and Philippines, is to combat bots and spammers, says X. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67141993 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 03:24:13 GMT

US-China chip war: Washington announces new export curbs

The move makes it tougher for companies like Nvidia, AMD and Intel to sell existing or new chips to China. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67141987?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The move makes it tougher for companies like Nvidia, AMD and Intel to sell existing or new chips to China. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67141987 Wed, 18 Oct 2023 01:20:05 GMT

The incredible power of blue LEDs

LEDs dominate lighting systems but their efficiency rests on the tricky production of blue light. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67076032?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA LEDs dominate lighting systems but their efficiency rests on the tricky production of blue light. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67076032 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:11:39 GMT

Twitter glitch allows CIA informant channel to be hijacked

US spies and informants could have been directed to hostile nations through a CIA mistake made on X. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67137773?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA US spies and informants could have been directed to hostile nations through a CIA mistake made on X. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67137773 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:03:06 GMT

Pause HS2 land sale, says government big projects adviser

Sir John Armitt tells the BBC the decision to sell the property is a "mistake". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67141579?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Sir John Armitt tells the BBC the decision to sell the property is a "mistake". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67141579 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 23:01:18 GMT

AirAsia boss Tony Fernandes criticised for half-naked massage photo

Tony Fernandes shared a picture of himself attending a meeting while getting a massage. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67139504?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tony Fernandes shared a picture of himself attending a meeting while getting a massage. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67139504 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 20:41:01 GMT

Vodafone and Three deny merger will push up prices

Unions say consumers will lose out if the deal to create the UK's biggest mobile network goes ahead. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67136483?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Unions say consumers will lose out if the deal to create the UK's biggest mobile network goes ahead. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67136483 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 14:46:14 GMT

Google boss: AI too important not to get right

Artificial intelligence has the potential for "huge breakthroughs" across industries, Matt Brittin says. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67132846?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Artificial intelligence has the potential for "huge breakthroughs" across industries, Matt Brittin says. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67132846 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 12:35:46 GMT

Apple boss Tim Cook makes surprise China visit

Tim Cook's trip to the city of Chengdu comes as iPhone sales in the country flag. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67133155?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Tim Cook's trip to the city of Chengdu comes as iPhone sales in the country flag. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67133155 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 11:34:50 GMT

Gambling levy could raise £100m for NHS treatment

The UK government is proposing gambling companies contribute 1% a year of what they make. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-67132720?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The UK government is proposing gambling companies contribute 1% a year of what they make. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-67132720 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 10:33:10 GMT

HS2: Labour criticises 'back of fag packet' transport plan

The party says the government's alternative plans after scrapping the northern leg of HS2 are an "insult". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67128212?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The party says the government's alternative plans after scrapping the northern leg of HS2 are an "insult". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-67128212 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:43:15 GMT

Scotland’s biggest offshore wind farm at full power

Seagreen, off the Angus coast, can generate enough electricity to power two-thirds of Scotland's households URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-67126815?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Seagreen, off the Angus coast, can generate enough electricity to power two-thirds of Scotland's households https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-67126815 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 05:08:17 GMT

Rolls-Royce announces up to 2,500 job cuts

The aerospace giant says redundancies will be made worldwide as part of a move to cut costs. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67118265?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The aerospace giant says redundancies will be made worldwide as part of a move to cut costs. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67118265 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:09:14 GMT

Pay overtakes inflation for first time in nearly two years

Average wages grew by 7.8% surpassing the rate of prices rises for first time for almost two years. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67121459?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA Average wages grew by 7.8% surpassing the rate of prices rises for first time for almost two years. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67121459 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 06:14:15 GMT

No room for tax cuts or spending rises, IFS think tank warns

The think tank warns that "ill-timed" pre election tax cuts could prove "unsustainable". URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67118263?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The think tank warns that "ill-timed" pre election tax cuts could prove "unsustainable". https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67118263 Tue, 17 Oct 2023 01:01:44 GMT

French hotel spent €1,500 getting rid of bedbugs

It's crucial to catch a bedbug outbreak early, and firms are turning to tech to achieve this. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67123305?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA It's crucial to catch a bedbug outbreak early, and firms are turning to tech to achieve this. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67123305 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:07:29 GMT

German chancellor Olaf Scholz could snub British AI summit

The BBC understands the German chancellor may turn down his invitation to the event on 1 November. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67118264?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The BBC understands the German chancellor may turn down his invitation to the event on 1 November. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67118264 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 23:01:16 GMT

Will Sam Bankman-Fried take the stand to save himself?

A long prison sentence hangs over him so the former crypto tycoon may take a gamble and testify. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67125913?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA A long prison sentence hangs over him so the former crypto tycoon may take a gamble and testify. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-67125913 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 22:17:44 GMT

LinkedIn: Microsoft says 668 more jobs to go

The company, which is owned my Microsoft, is cutting about 3% of its workforce. URL: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67127597?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=KARANGA The company, which is owned my Microsoft, is cutting about 3% of its workforce. https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/technology-67127597 Mon, 16 Oct 2023 16:38:21 GMT