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Estate agents are launching a class action against Rightmove, claiming the property portal charges excessive fees that have more than doubled in recent years. The lawsuit seeks £1.5bn in damages, alleging that Rightmove has exploited its dominant market position.
Oracle has confirmed it is laying off thousands of employees to cope with declining stock prices while continuing extensive investments in AI infrastructure.
OpenAI has secured a staggering $122 billion in its latest funding round, achieving a post-money valuation of $852 billion, the largest ever for a tech company.
Sheryl Sandberg announces a shift in her nonprofit Lean In's focus to address the gender gap in AI adoption, with a 25-year-old leading the initiative.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that any government energy bill support will be income-based, with targeted assistance expected in the autumn amid rising energy costs due to the Iran conflict. She emphasized the need for careful financial management while exploring support options for households.
An overview of the recent changes in household bills, including energy, council tax, and water rates, alongside wage increases aimed at alleviating the financial burden for lower-income households.
Microsoft's stock plummeted nearly 23% in the first quarter of 2026, marking its steepest drop since the financial crisis, driven by concerns over AI investments and competition.
Toyota's Woven Capital has appointed Michiko Kato as CIO and Mia Panzer as COO, marking a significant leadership shift aimed at enhancing mobility innovations.
Alaska Airlines has announced the launch of luxurious Business Class Suites on international routes, marking a significant shift in their business model to capture the luxury travel market.
Bernard Looney, previously CEO of BP, is now heading Prometheus Hyperscale as it embarks on major data center projects, coinciding with the appointment of Meg O’Neill as BP's first female CEO.
The national minimum wage in the UK increases to £12.71 for over 21s, affecting approximately 2.7 million workers as businesses voice concerns about the sustainability of higher wage bills.
Wall Street experienced a remarkable rally driven by rumors surrounding discussions of the ongoing conflict in Iran, despite mixed messages from officials.
A growing number of parents are beginning to favor trade schools over traditional college for their kids, with 1 in 3 now supportive of alternative education paths.
Jim Paulsen's 'Walmart Recession Signal' suggests growing recession fears as it reaches levels last seen during the 2008 economic crisis.
Less than a year after launching, Yupp.ai, a crowdsourced AI model feedback startup, is closing its business despite raising $33 million from prominent investors.
Microsoft experienced its steepest quarterly drop since the 2008 financial crisis, losing nearly a quarter of its value amid AI investment concerns.
A study from Cornell University reveals that those who are attracted to corporate jargon tend to perform worse in leadership and decision-making roles.
Jerome Powell discusses the national debt and warns about its future trajectory during a recent statement.
Billionaire hedge fund owner Chris Rokos is set to make a historic donation of £190 million to the University of Cambridge to establish a new school of government, aimed at training future leaders.
A new report shows the hiring rate in the U.S. has fallen to the lowest level since the pandemic, leading economists to express concerns about the job market's future.