Fifa election twist as Prince Ali drops ‘coercion, threats and bribes’ claim October 26, 2026 Infighting in Asia over the future of Fifa has taken a fresh twist after Prince Ali bin Hussein of Jordan appeared to retract claims of “coercion, threats” and “bribes”. Prince Ali spoke out in a social media post on Sunday, days after the head of the Asian Football Confederation, Bahrain’s Sheikh Salman bin Ibrahim Al [...]
Media Release: Allianz Beach Arena for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games Joins the Allianz Family of Stadiums October 26, 2026 First Olympic and Paralympic venue in history to display the Allianz name and the eighth member of the Allianz Family of Stadiums. The nearly 15,000 seat temporary arena on the Long Beach waterfront will host Olympic Beach Volleyball and Paralympic Blind Football (Soccer). Allianz unveils its customized LA28 Games emblem, marking the start of its preparations for the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Revolut founder accused of hatching a ‘scheme’ to avoid fees in superyacht row October 26, 2026 The billionaire founder of Revolut has been accused of hatching a “scheme” to avoid paying brokerage fees in a row over a superyacht said to cost €350m. In new legal filings, seen by City AM, Nik Storonsky is accused by a luxury superyacht broker of “secretly negotiating” to buy the vessel “behind the back” of [...]
Financial advisers feel the effects of Reeves’ final tax raid as Healey’s Budget looms October 26, 2026 Financial advisers are feeling the effects of Rachel Reeves’ final Budget, as families brace for billions of pounds of tax rises regardless of what chancellor John Healey announces at the despatch box later this week. From April next year, the sweeping shake up to the tax system announced by Reeves in 2025 will come into [...]
Tipalti Introduces Fully Integrated Treasury Solution to Modernize Cash Management October 26, 2026 Tipalti Treasury unifies real-time cash visibility, automated forecasting, and accounts payable to help businesses navigate financial complexity with confidence
Tech bosses warn Chancellor UK risks surrendering to foreign AI giants October 26, 2026 Britain risks becoming dangerously dependent on foreign tech giants unless the government develops a comprehensive strategy for its own AI, industry leaders have warned the Chancellor ahead of his Budget on Wednesday. UKAI, which represents more than 270 AI businesses, has urged John Healey to commit substantial funding to a national sovereign AI strategy, warning [...]
Plus500 finance chief says US listing ‘always on table’ October 26, 2026 The finance boss of Plus500 has said a US listing is “always on the table” as the fintech firm turns to North America for its next phase of growth. Elad Even-Chen, chief financial officer at Plus500, told City AM: “We always keep assessing all the opportunities. It’s our duty as a public company.” “It’s something [...]
Oxford Street pedestrianisation is a win for London October 26, 2026 The pedestrianisation of Oxford Street will create a new a public realm where it is anticipated that people will enjoy the new space, stay longer and spend more, says Andrew Busby The pedestrianisation of Oxford Street is the most radical project to hit the West End in decades. Almost a kilometre of the nation’s high [...]
Andy Burnham doesn’t listen to anyone but himself October 26, 2026 Burnham strives to appear inclusive but he ignores the voice of industry and defence. Signs are emerging that this is a government which doesn’t listen at all, says Eliot Wilson This week will see Chancellor John Healey deliver his Budget. At 66, he will be the oldest Chancellor of the Exchequer to present a first [...]
Healey must beware the ripple effects of Britain’s messy tax system October 26, 2026 A good tax system isn’t just about raising revenue, it's about encouraging the behaviours (working, saving, investing) that create a prosperous economy.