Economy & Markets
UK Plans £100m AI Biosecurity Lab Investment in Budget
The UK government plans to invest £100 million in what it is calling a ‘world first’ AI biosecurity lab, with…
UK State Pension Compared to Other Countries
The UK state pension offers a basic income in retirement, but how does it compare globally? British pensioners receive a…
Bloom Energy Beats Q4 Earnings And Revenue Despite AI Stock Slump
Bloom Energy’s stock struggled despite reporting fourth-quarter earnings that surpassed analyst forecasts by 36% and revenue that exceeded expectations by…
Minnesota Group Sues Over Felon Voting Law, Citing Free Speech Risks
A Minnesota group sued after voicing opposition to a ballot measure involving felon voting, saying the state’s deceptive-practices law could…
U.S. Government Takes Equity Stake in Japan-Funded Chip Factory
The U.S. government is taking an ownership role in a new semiconductor manufacturing facility as part of a deal involving…
Anthropic Reports AI Shifts Work Patterns as Experts Express Skepticism
AI workplace shifts at Anthropic have drawn scrutiny after the company published a report detailing changing labor practices, even as…
Hammersmith Bridge Closure Highlights UK Infrastructure Woes
Lede Since its closure to motor traffic seven years ago, Hammersmith Bridge has become a symbol of broader infrastructure and…
UK Government to Intervene in Water Bill Price Review
The UK government is preparing an unprecedented intervention in the setting of water bills, directing utility companies to reduce costs…
Oil Price Jumps Above $117 on Iran Tension Fears
Oil prices surged past $117 a barrel as fears of renewed US strikes on Iran rattled global markets. The increase…
EA Closes BioWare After 30 Years of RPGs
Electronic Arts has closed BioWare, ending a 30-year run that produced some of the most celebrated role-playing games of the…