Former eBay exec set to plead guilty after cyberstalking campaign April 20, 2022 A former eBay executive plans to plead guilty to federal charges that he planned a cyberstalking campaign that targeted a couple whose online newsletter EcommerceBytes made digs at eBay.
Revealed: The UK’s biggest council tax increases, with some councils adding £145 this year alone April 20, 2022 The cost of council tax has climbed by as much as £145 in parts of the country, as yet another cost associated with our homes puts a squeeze on our household finances. From groceries to utilities, the rising cost of living is causing financial instability for homeowners and renters across the country. One of the most significant costs [...]
Film and TV’s pandemic recovery: Keep the show on the road April 20, 2022 A government scheme kept production firms going during Covid-19. As the scheme closes, Leah Montebello asks whether the City is ready to step in.
Johnson: BBC and Archbishop Welby ‘less vociferous’ in criticism of Putin than Rwanda refugee policy April 20, 2022 Prime minister Boris Johnson has hit out at the BBC and Archbishop of Canterbury over criticism of his controversial Rwanda refugee policy. The embattled PM accused the national broadcaster and Anglican leader of being “less vociferous” in their criticism of Vladimir Putin’ war in Russia, than the policy, according to the Telegraph. This comes after [...]
Fake reviews and ‘subscription traps’ could be illegal under new proposals April 20, 2022 Fake reviews and "subscription traps" are set to be made illegal under new laws.
Brewing concern: Heineken warns inflationary pressures could mean beer sales fall later this year April 20, 2022 Brewing giant Heineken said it sold more beer than expected when European bars reopened, meaning it will maintain its guidance despite volatility from war in Ukraine. Beer sales rose to a greater extent than anticipated in the first quarter, the Dutch business said. Volumes rose 5.2 per cent on a like-for-like basis compared to the [...]
Cyber hack leaks personal details of UK government employees, which appear on Russian sites April 20, 2022 A suspected cyber attack leaked personal information of UK government employees, which appeared on Russian online sites. The foreign office launched an urgent investigation into the alleged hack, as it seeks to explore the origin of the leak amid fears a hostile foreign state was involved, according to the Telegraph. It told City AM we [...]
Exclusive: Kent on the UK’s energy transition plans April 20, 2022 City A.M. spoke with energy services group Kent, after the government finally unveiled its energy security strategy this month.
Russia’s Gazprombank requests $288m repayment from gold producer Petropavlovsk April 20, 2022 Russian gold producer Petropavlovsk has received a request from Gazprombank for an immediate repayment of $288.1m. Gazprombank, which has been heavily sanctioned by the UK government amid the war in Ukraine, has demanded repayment of some $201m for a term loan. The company has also requested repayment of approximately $87.1m, due under the group’s Russian [...]
Toasting to success: Naked Wines sees lifted sales as loyal customers return to purchase drinks April 20, 2022 Online wine seller Naked Wines has raised a glass to results in-line with expectations after crediting high levels of returning customers. In an update for the fiscal year ended 28 March, the Norwich-based retailer said performance was in-line with expectations. Trading was driven by repeat customer sales, strong retention and demand from existing members, the [...]