Government confirms probe into Daily Mail takeover of i newspaper January 22, 2020 The government today confirmed that it will launch an investigation into the Daily Mail’s £50m takeover of the i newspaper amid public interest concerns. Culture secretary Nicky Morgan has issued a public interest intervention notice over fears the tie-up will impact the “sufficient plurality of viewpoints” in UK newspapers. The notice will spark a report [...]
Data watchdog launches new code to protect children’s privacy online January 22, 2020 Social media firms will be required to tighten up their privacy settings for children using their platforms as part of a new code outlined by the data watchdog. The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) today unveiled its age appropriate design code, which sets out 15 standards for online services. It is aimed at companies responsible for [...]
New app allows jetsetters to manage passports and visas on mobile January 21, 2020 Globetrotters will be able to manage multiple passports and visa requirements on their mobiles thanks to a new app launched today. Passport Index allows users to compare passports and their visa needs, meaning travellers with multiple passports can see which document is best for any given destination. The app was launched at the World Economic [...]
Uber sells Indian food delivery business to Zomato January 21, 2020 Uber today said it has sold its food delivery business in India to local rival Zomato in an all-share deal worth a reported $350m (£268m). The deal gives Uber a 10 per cent stake in Zomato, which is backed by Ant Financial, a fintech affiliate of Chinese conglomerate Alibaba. The companies did not disclose the [...]
FTSE 100 sinks into red as China virus scare hits shares January 21, 2020 The FTSE 100 was on track for its biggest fall since early December this morning as investors were rattled by an outbreak of a new strain of coronavirus in China. The London blue-chip index slipped more than one per cent in early trading, with luxury and travel stocks leading the slide. Burberry fell more than [...]
The BBC’s new boss must win back British audiences January 20, 2020 Tony Hall’s decision to step down as BBC director general has created a vacancy for one of the most prestigious and influential jobs in UK media — if, that is, anyone is brave enough to take it. Speculation is already mounting about who will take up the mantle (there’s a good chance the corporation will [...]
Mobile shopping startup Rezolve shuns security fears with planned Huawei tie-up January 20, 2020 Mobile shopping firm Rezolve is set to bag a bumper deal with Huawei to embed its technology into the controversial Chinese tech giant’s phones. The new capability is expected to be available from March, when Rezolve will reveal further tie-ups with retailers, restaurants and media partners. The technology allows consumers to make purchases by using [...]
Tony Hall to step down as BBC director general January 20, 2020 The BBC has announced that Tony Hall will stand down as director general this summer after seven years in the role. In a email to staff, Hall said it had been “such a hard decision”, adding: “If I followed my heart I would genuinely never want to leave.” “However, I believe that an important part [...]
Apple boss Tim Cook calls for overhaul of corporate tax system January 20, 2020 Apple chief executive Tim Cook has acknowledged that the global corporate tax system needs to be overhauled, adding he was optimistic that upcoming reform would be fair. Tech giants such as Apple have come under increased scrutiny over their tax practices amid concerns they are dodging their liabilities by booking profit in low-tax countries. This [...]
Podcast firm Audioboom boosts revenue on advertising rush January 20, 2020 Podcast company Audioboom has posted a sharp rise in revenue for the year after ramping up its share of advertising spend in the rapidly growing audio market. The Aim-listed firm reported a 91 per cent increase in revenue to $22.2m (£16.9m) in the year to the end of December, while its loss before interest, tax, [...]
