Business of Space: ‘We’re taking business off the face of the Earth,’ says NASA administrator ahead of launch April 8, 2022 This week: Type One bets on London A historic commercial collaboration NASA’s moon setbacks Type One US-based venture capital fund Type One has launched a $50m (£38.3m) space and deep tech fund in London, as it steps into UK and European markets. The firm, which has $100m in assets under management, is hoping to catch [...]
EU targets crypto services in fresh round of Russia sanctions April 8, 2022 The European Union is cutting off high-value crypto services to Russia in a fresh wave of sanctions designed to cripple the country's economy.
Rishi Sunak held green card while made chancellor meaning Tory bigwig was permanent resident in US April 8, 2022 Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murthy reportedly held US green cards allowing permanent residence there, while he served as chancellor. It was reported he obtained it while living there before becoming an MP, and continued to hold it when he moved back to the UK, for at least a year of his chancellorship which [...]
European equity funds record rebound in inflows after March exodus April 8, 2022 European equity funds notched a rebound in inflows in the first week of April after market volatility saw them haemorrhage investors throughout March.
Orca’s $967k donation to support youth crypto education program April 8, 2022 Solana-based exchange Orca, has partnered with Aflatoun International to develop a crypto education curriculum for youth around the globe.
Crypto investors stage takeover of Crawley football club April 8, 2022 Wagmi United, a group of US crypto investors, have snapped up Crawley Town, a struggling league two football club.
Government still ‘committed’ to Holocaust memorial near Parliament despite High Court quashing planning permission April 8, 2022 The government is still “committed” to building a Holocaust memorial next to Parliament, despite a High Court decision to block planning permission for it. Peers have clashed after campaigners won a decision to delay a £100m project for a Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre at Victoria Tower Garden in Westminster. Lord Pickles, co-chair of the [...]
Hertfordshire worst place in London’s commuter belt for EV drivers, say Lib Dems April 8, 2022 Hertfordshire was crowned the worst place in London’s commuter belt for electric vehicle (EV) commuters due to a lack of charging points. According to an analysis by the Lib Dems, in Hertfordshire there are 32 electric cars for every one charging point, while in central and outer London the ratio goes up to respectively three [...]
The metaverse could be just the tonic for social prescribing April 8, 2022 How the metaverse might alleviate social isolation, mental health and other social problems, is an intriguing exploration, says Jane Thomason.
Police raid Unite’s HQ over bribery, fraud and money laundering claims, with one employee under investigation April 8, 2022 Police raided trade union Unite’s London offices over allegations of bribery, fraud and money laundering, while one of its employees is subject to a criminal investigation. Its Holborn offices were raided with “files, documents and a computer” being taken by officers, as part of a nationwide operation involving multiple forces. According to the Telegraph, the [...]
