Why I’ve rejected blanket ban on Russians on our crypto exchange March 8, 2022 We’re against Putin’s war – and he should be punished – but not the Russian people, says Crypto AM columnist Nigel Green.
Shell ends Russia dealings and apologises for oil purchases March 8, 2022 Shell has announced it will cease involvement in all Russian hydrocarbons following the country's invasion of Ukraine.
Russia warns West of $300 oil prices and gas supply cuts if countries impose energy sanctions March 8, 2022 Russia has warned the West it could close pipelines and that oil prices will spike to over $300 if countries impose energy sanctions.
Bain Capital Ventures unveils $560m crypto investment fund March 8, 2022 Investment giant Bain Capital Ventures is betting big on crypto with the launch of a dedicated $560m fund.
Postwar Modern at the Barbican is a timely exhibition full of energy March 8, 2022 How do you make sense of war? How can the human psyche comprehend senseless, wanton de- struction and loss of life for supposed political reasons? This question is searing red hot across the world following Russia’s inva- sion of Ukraine, and adds an un- nerving poignancy to this vibrant survey of 48 artists working in [...]
Blackstone nearly doubles London workforce after wooing dealmakers March 8, 2022 Blackstone has nearly doubled its London workforce during the pandemic, according to its chief operating officer (COO) today, as it eyes the capital as the jewel of Europe. Betting on Europe to keep pumping out sparkly investment opportunities, the now 500-strong team has been built by wooing dealmakers from investment banking rivals. “We are at [...]
Ukrainian engineers fight back against Russian cyber attacks March 8, 2022 IT professionals in Ukraine have been fighting the raging cyber war against the Russians as Kremlin forces invade its cities. As reported by Computer Weekly, data and communications industry engineers have been working from bomb shelters and local communities to maintain internet connection throughout Ukraine’s cities. It comes as Russian forces have tried to intercept [...]
UK says it may take up to 200,000 Ukraine refugees amid Kremlin promise of ceasefire after ‘relentless’ Russian shelling March 8, 2022 UK Defence Secretary Ben Wallace said this morning the UK may take up to 200,000 refugees from Ukraine, various various schemes and visa routes. Wallace told Sky News around 200,000 Ukrainian nationals may be able to settle in Britain. His remarks come after the Kremlin promised again this morning safe corridors for civilians. However, the [...]
Wheat price rallies could hurt hospitality and cause food prices to spike warn industry leaders March 8, 2022 Hospitality and supermarkets could bear the brunt of rocketing record prices following Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
Energy sanctions on Russia could leave Europe exposed warn analysts March 8, 2022 Analysts suggest Europe will struggle to make up the shortfall in Russian gas supplies if it rolls out energy sanctions on the country.