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Sky axes 600 UK jobs in major restructuring shake-up
Broadcasting giant Sky announces plans to cut 600 UK roles in a significant restructuring effort, impacting technology and head office teams. The move aims to streamline operations and respond to evolving market demands.
Sky announces up to 1,000 job cuts in streaming overhaul
Sky, the UK media giant, is set to cut up to 1,000 jobs as it pivots focus towards its streaming services. The restructuring primarily impacts teams at its Osterley campus, signalling a major strategic shift in response to changing viewer habits.
Amazon Axes 100+ Music & Twitch Roles
Amazon announces significant layoffs within its music streaming and Twitch divisions, cutting over 100 roles in Los Angeles and Puerto Rico as part of a broader restructuring effort.
MP3 Player Renaissance: Who's Buying Retro Tech in 2025?
Discover why MP3 players are making an unexpected comeback in 2025. From digital detox seekers to audiophiles, explore the surprising demographics driving this analogue revival in Britain's tech market.
Apple's AirPods 4: Rent for 20p a Day?
Apple is reportedly exploring a radical new subscription model for its upcoming AirPods 4, potentially allowing users to pay a small daily fee instead of a hefty upfront cost. This move could revolutionise how we access premium tech.
MSNBC fires veteran political analyst Matthew Dowd in shock move
MSNBC has abruptly terminated the contract of veteran political analyst Matthew Dowd, a former George W. Bush aide turned Trump critic, in a major on-air talent shakeup. The surprise move was announced in an internal memo, leaving viewers and insiders spe
Novo Nordisk cuts 9,000 jobs amid Ozempic competition
Danish pharmaceutical giant Novo Nordisk announces major restructuring, cutting 9,000 jobs globally. The move comes as competition intensifies in the lucrative weight-loss and diabetes drug market, challenging its blockbuster medications Ozempic and Wegov
ANZ and NAB Slash Hundreds of UK Banking Jobs in Major Restructure
Exclusive: Two of Britain's leading banks, ANZ and National Australia Bank, announce significant job cuts as part of a major operational restructuring, affecting hundreds of UK banking staff.
Wisconsin Data Centre Plan Sparks Water War With Locals
A fierce battle erupts in Menominee, Wisconsin, as locals and officials challenge a proposed $10 billion data centre's plan to consume billions of gallons of water annually, raising alarms over environmental impact and resource strain.
Meta Whistleblowers Expose VR 'Psychological Torture'
Shocking internal documents from Meta reveal a corporate culture prioritising profit over user safety, with VR testers reporting severe psychological harm and a 'move fast and break things' mantra applied to human wellbeing.
ANZ Bank to axe thousands of jobs in major restructuring
ANZ Bank announces a massive restructuring plan, slashing thousands of jobs in Australia to cut costs and boost efficiency. The move signals a major shift in the banking sector's operational strategy.
Big Tech failing to stop child abuse content online
Australia's eSafety Commissioner has issued a stark warning that major tech platforms are failing to stop the proliferation of child sexual abuse material, despite new voluntary codes being implemented.
Teen coder sells AI app for millions in landmark deal
Exclusive: 18-year-old Zach Yadegari becomes an overnight tech millionaire after his revolutionary AI-powered keyboard app, 'TypeAI', is acquired by a major New York firm in a landmark seven-figure deal.
Testing Ninja's Futuristic AirVision Goggles
An exclusive first look at the revolutionary Ninja AirVision goggles that project a massive virtual screen in front of your eyes, eliminating the need for physical monitors. Discover if this £500 tech lives up to the hype.
Atlassian Axes 5% of Staff in Major AI Restructuring
Australian tech giant Atlassian, co-founded by billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes, is laying off 5% of its staff in a strategic pivot towards artificial intelligence, impacting hundreds of employees globally.
ConocoPhillips Axes 25% of UK Oil Workforce
US oil giant ConocoPhillips has announced deep cuts to its British operations, slashing a quarter of its UK workforce. The move signals a major shift in the North Sea energy landscape and raises concerns about the future of the region's oil industry.
Nobel winner: Tech platforms are "weapons of mass destruction"
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa delivers stark warning at the Global Tech Summit, stating unregulated technology platforms are systematically eroding democratic foundations worldwide.
Nobel Winner: Big Tech Is Democracy's Weapon of Mass Destruction
Nobel Peace Prize winner Maria Ressa delivered a chilling warning to Australia's National Press Club, declaring that unregulated tech platforms pose an existential threat to global democracy and must be held accountable.
Gay app founder posed as straight for £1M investment
The founder of a controversial gay dating app, who concealed his sexuality and pretended to be a married straight man to investors, is facing intense criticism after the platform's success, raising serious ethical questions about authenticity and trust in
Kroger Announces Major Job Cuts in Supermarket Restructuring
Exclusive: US supermarket titan Kroger confirms significant job cuts across multiple departments, leaving staff 'devastated' as it streamlines operations ahead of proposed merger with Albertsons.
Zuckerberg's £75M gift to guard called 'tone-deaf'
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg faces backlash for gifting his security chief a reported £75 million package, including a luxury home, as tech layoffs continue. Critics brand the move 'obscene' and 'out of touch'.
Ford Eliminates 1,400 Jobs in US Electric Vehicle Restructuring
Ford Motor Company announces significant job cuts, eliminating 1,400 positions across Michigan and New York as part of its strategic shift toward electric vehicle production.
UK Grocery Chain Closes 60 Stores in Mass Layoffs
A prominent UK supermarket chain is set to close 60 stores and cut hundreds of jobs in a drastic restructuring plan aimed at reducing costs and adapting to changing consumer habits.
Trump Threatens 25% Tariffs on UK Tech Over Digital Tax
Former President Donald Trump threatens to impose staggering 25% tariffs on UK tech giants and luxury goods in retaliation for Britain's Digital Services Tax, risking a full-blown transatlantic trade war.
ESPN SportsCenter axes veteran anchors Everett and Verrett
Long-serving ESPN SportsCenter anchors Stan Verrett and Neil Everett are departing the network as part of a significant programming overhaul, marking the end of an era for the flagship show.
CBS News axes Gayle King in major Paramount restructuring
Exclusive report: CBS News makes dramatic cuts, parting ways with broadcasting icon Gayle King and executive Neeraj Khemlani in a sweeping overhaul by parent company Paramount Global.
Major Manufacturer Closes California Factory After 78 Years
A landmark US manufacturing firm closes its California factory after 78 years, laying off hundreds of workers and dealing a severe blow to the state's industrial sector amid a growing business exodus.
Nick Clegg Leads Tech Exodus from Silicon Valley to DC
Former Deputy PM Nick Clegg leads a growing wave of tech executives abandoning Silicon Valley for political influence in Washington DC, signalling a major power shift in the tech-political landscape.
Musk's X settles £400m discrimination case with ex-Twitter staff
X Corp, formerly Twitter, agrees to a massive settlement after a US judge found 'overwhelming' evidence of targeting older and disabled employees in mass layoffs following Musk's takeover.
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