Musk turns on Trump amid tariff fallout April 7, 2025 Elon Musk, once one of Donald Trump’s most high profile allies, is now publicly breaking ranks with the President over a new wave of tariffs. Once lauded by Trump as a “patriot”, and trusted with a role in streamlining the federal government, Musk is now casting doubt on the administration’s economic direction, openly challenging the [...]
BAE Systems, Qinetiq, Babcock among sliding defence stocks as Trump tariffs bite April 7, 2025 President Trump’s sweeping package of global tariffs has sparked a sharp decline in defence sector stocks, as markets react to the shockwaves from his decision to impose a 10 per cent levy on British exports – among other measures. The move has raised concerns on increased costs and the potential for a scarcity mindset that [...]
Universal: Deal nears to open Alton Towers rival April 7, 2025 A deal which would see Universal open a major new theme park in the UK to rival Alton Towers could be announced in the coming weeks, according to reports. The Financial Times has said ministers are nearing an agreement with Comcast’s Universal Destinations and Experiences (UDX) to develop a 476-acre site near Bedford. Plans for [...]
UK government unveils changes to electric vehicle rules April 7, 2025 Prime Minister Keir Starmer has launched new reforms to bolster Britain’s automotive industry and accelerate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs). This move reaffirms the 2030 phase-out date for new petrol and diesel car sales, while offering carmakers more flexibility to meet ambitious green targets. The changes come in response to US President Donald Trump’s [...]
Apple takes the hit as tariff shocks wipe $1 trillion off big tech April 4, 2025 Apple led a dramatic selloff in tech stocks on Thursday after president Donald Trump’s sweeping new tariffs sparked panic across Wall Street, sending the Nasdaq to its worst day in years and wiping $1 tillion off the so-called Magnificent Seven. Apple shares plunged 8.3 per cent – their steepest single day drop since the pandemic-era [...]
Nvidia plummets as Trump tariffs bite April 4, 2025 Nvidia’s shares fell nearly eight per cent on Thursday, wiping $273bn off its market value, as steep new tariffs and fears of fresh export restrictions rattled markets. The leading chip maker closed down 7.8 per cent in the wake of US president Donald Trump announcing sweeping import duties. Nvidia’s stock has now plunged 32 per [...]
Last orders pushed back as government slashes nightlife red tape April 4, 2025 The UK government is set to overhaul licensing laws to give pubs, clubs, and restaurants greater freedom to operate, aiming to revive the country’s nightlife economy and remove barriers to business growth. Key changes, which were announced by the Treasury on Thursday, include a landmark pilot in London granting Sadiq Khan new powers to review [...]
Three’s ‘best value’ ads probe cleared after Vodafone complaint April 2, 2025 The Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) has ruled in favour of Three UK, rejecting Vodafone’s challenge that the mobile operator’s ads for its iPhone 16 Pro deal were misleading. Vodafone had argued that the telecom rival’s claim of offering ‘The UK’s best value unlimited iPhone deal’ could mislead consumers into thinking it was based on more [...]
Can AI and gamification fix disengagement in the ‘bored room’? April 1, 2025 Corporate training has long suffered from a fatal flaw: disengagement. The rigidity of traditional, monotone presentations, and the passive nature of slide-heavy training sessions, have turned workplace education into a mundane obligation, rather than an opportunity for professional growth. And in today’s hybrid work landscape, where distractions are just a browser tab away, the traditional [...]
Drones, AI, space: where to invest amid defence tech boom April 1, 2025 The world is rearming at a dizzying pace. Global defence spending has surged at an annual rate of 4.2 per cent since 2020 – that’s four times faster than pre-pandemic levels, according to the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute. By 2030, that figure is expected to hit $3.4tr, reflecting rising geopolitical tensions and the race [...]
