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Six-inch snow blizzard forecast to hit UK cities
New weather maps predict up to six inches of snow could blanket parts of the UK from December 30, with Scotland and northern England first in line. Discover the latest forecast and potential travel disruption.
UK-US Pharma Deal Lacks Legal Text, MPs Warn
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Leads Wham! In Christmas Chart Battle
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
UK's £120m Ineos rescue raises industrial strategy doubts
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
Defence spending plans in chaos as key strategy delayed
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Paratrooper killed in Ukraine told family to 'be proud'
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
Police to arrest 'globalise the intifada' chant protesters
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain Rejoins Erasmus+ Student Exchange Programme
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
Monzo hires Google veteran for African expansion drive
Former Google and Standard Chartered executive Hussain Elius appointed as Monzo's Head of International Markets to drive African expansion strategy
Afterpay Outage Plunges Australia Into Payment Chaos
Millions of Australian shoppers faced payment chaos as Afterpay's system collapsed, leaving customers stranded at checkouts and raising questions about the reliability of fintech services.
LendingTree CEO Doug Lebda Dies at 56
Financial technology pioneer and LendingTree founder Doug Lebda has died unexpectedly at 56, leaving the business world mourning the loss of a visionary leader who revolutionised online lending.
LendingTree CEO Doug Lebda resigns over health issues
LendingTree founder Doug Lebda unexpectedly resigns as CEO following serious health complications, sending shockwaves through the financial technology sector.
Revolut Founder Becomes UK Tax Resident
The billionaire CEO of British fintech giant Revolut has officially established UK tax residency, cementing London's status as Europe's premier financial technology hub.
Revolut boss joins billionaire exodus to Dubai
Nik Storonsky, billionaire founder of British fintech giant Revolut, becomes latest wealthy entrepreneur to leave UK for Dubai, raising concerns about Britain's competitiveness.
JPMorgan's £35M legal bill in student aid fraud case
JPMorgan Chase faces astronomical legal costs exceeding £35 million in its lawsuit against Charlie Javice, the former fintech entrepreneur accused of fabricating millions of fake customers during the Frank student aid platform acquisition.
JPMorgan's £175M Nightmare: Student Loan Fraud Exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how Charlie Javice allegedly fabricated 4 million student accounts in one of America's most brazen banking frauds, leaving JPMorgan Chase with staggering losses.
Charlie Javice sentenced for $175M JPMorgan fraud
Former fintech entrepreneur Charlie Javice receives prison sentence for defrauding JPMorgan Chase in $175 million acquisition deal through fabricated customer data.
London firm offers £60k salary for AI intern
London-based quantitative trading firm XTX Markets is offering a staggering £60,000 pro-rata salary for a summer AI intern, a move that signals an intensifying war for tech talent in the City.
The Death of the Wallet: Britain's Cashless Revolution
Exclusive report on how contactless payments, digital IDs, and smartphone technology are making physical wallets obsolete for millions across the UK.
Revolut valuation hits £75bn, staff set for huge payout
British fintech giant Revolut secures a staggering £75 billion valuation in its latest funding round, setting the stage for a multi-million pound windfall for its 10,000+ employees through a new share scheme.
London Cafe Goes App-Only, Bans Cash & Cards
An innovative East London café, S'wich, has sparked debate by ditching all traditional payments. Customers can only order and pay via a smartphone app, embracing a fully digital experience. Discover how this tech-forward move is changing the local coffee
Wellness App Offers High-Interest Loans to Low-Paid Workers
Exclusive investigation reveals UK financial wellbeing app targets vulnerable low-wage workers with costly credit products, raising serious ethical concerns about the fintech sector.
Monzo launches own mobile network
Monzo, the UK's leading digital bank, is stepping into the telecoms sector with its own mobile network, offering customers seamless banking and connectivity in one package.
Santander’s New Banking App: Smarter, Safer, Simpler
Santander has launched a cutting-edge banking app designed to simplify money management for UK customers, featuring innovative tools and enhanced security.
Quicken Simplifi: The Smart Money Management App
Discover how Quicken Simplifi is transforming personal finance with intuitive budgeting, real-time tracking, and AI-powered insights.
Defaqto launches revolutionary banking tech platform
Financial research firm Defaqto introduces innovative technology to transform banking services, offering smarter solutions for UK consumers and institutions.
PayPal launches crypto payments for UK users
PayPal introduces a revolutionary cryptocurrency payment option, allowing seamless transactions with digital assets for UK customers.
Wise shareholders approve US stock listing move
UK fintech giant Wise has secured shareholder approval to shift its primary stock market listing from London to New York, marking a significant shift in its financial strategy.
Wise founders' voting rights spark US listing backlash
Kristo Käärmann, co-founder of Wise, faces backlash over controversial voting rights structure ahead of the company's US listing, with critics arguing it undermines shareholder democracy.