IMU and UK Biobank to generate the world’s most detailed, large-scale picture of the human immune system for advancing research into health and disease October 19, 2026 IMU is collaborating with UK Biobank, Waters Corporation and Ultima Genomics to profile blood samples from an initial cohort of 80,000 UK Biobank blood samples IMU will generate more than 100 million immune data points from each sample to create the largest, most detailed immune dataset assembled to date The study will add a high-resolution immune profiling layer to UK Biobank’s existing de-identified genomic, imaging, clinical and lifestyle data to enable a better understanding of how immune variation relates to disease risk, progression, treatment response and long-term health outcomes
It’s too late for Farage to clean up Reform UK’s act October 19, 2026 Facing allegations of racism, bigotry and sexism, can Nigel Farage clean up Reform UK’s act? It's not even clear that he wants to, writes Eliot Wilson.
Lady Mayor: London can shape the global conversation on trusted AI October 19, 2026 As the UK prepares to host the G20 presidency in 2027, it has an opportunity to shape the global conversation on trusted AI, writes Susan Langley.
These are the best literary hotels in Europe October 17, 2026 Poet, playwright and screenwriter Alexandra Pereira on her favourite literary hotels. Where will you check in to pen your tome? If you’re looking for inspiration for isolation, here’s where to book a room of one’s own, just a short train or flight from London, as well as the renowned, and sometimes controversial writers from the [...]
What could a bank tax raid mean for JP Morgan’s Canary Wharf mega-tower? October 16, 2026 When Jamie Dimon and John Healey first exchanged remarks, the world’s most influential banker told the Chancellor how important it was to get public policy right. The Wall Street chief is understood to have said the right public policy was the key to solving the issues facing global economies, according to those close to the [...]
METI and GX Acceleration Agency will hold GGX Finance Summit 2026 October 16, 2026 On Monday, October 26th, the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) and GX Acceleration Agency will hold the GGX (Global GX) Finance Summit at Tokyo Prince Hotel and online. The Summit will advance discussions on transition finance, industry decarbonization, and the role of business and finance in driving decarbonization. It will also promote cooperation [...]
MSCI Launches a Consultation on a Proposal to Reclassify Indonesia from Emerging Market to Standalone Market Status October 15, 2026 MSCI to consult on proposal to reclassify the MSCI Indonesia Indexes to Standalone Market status Existing freeze on Indonesian securities in MSCI Indexes to remain in place until further notice
Body of Waves, a New Artwork Only at teamLab Planets TOKYO, Unveiled October 15, 2026 The visitor experiences offered by “Existence in the Flow Creates Vortices” and “Waterfall of Ephemeral Crystals” have also been further expanded.
True Launches Private Credit Practice to Help Credit-Based Asset Managers Navigate Complex Leadership Situations October 15, 2026 True, the premier global executive talent platform powered by data, AI, and deep sector expertise, today announced the launch of its Private Credit Practice, led by Rick Bank, Managing Director and Head of the Private Credit and Private Equity Practices. The launch comes as private credit enters a significant credit cycle, with 67% of portfolio [...]
Tipalti’s 2026 Global Finance Outlook Index Reveals AI Adoption Has Tripled, Yet Finance Teams Remain Unprepared for Global Complexity October 15, 2026 Despite rapid advances in automation, 86% of finance professionals face increasing workloads, while trust, security, and readiness remain critical challenges