Nvidia-OpenAI $100bn Deal Collapse Raises Questions for AI Economy
Reported collapse of Nvidia-OpenAI $100bn deal raises concerns about circular funding and AI economy sustainability.
Category : Acquisitions
ITV invests up to £3 million in Joe Wicks' fitness app
ITV invests up to £3m in Joe Wicks' fitness app The Body Coach, with advertising across ITV channels and ITVX from January 1.
DP World chairman Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem resigns over Jeffrey Epstein links
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem resigns as DP World chair and CEO after emails with Jeffrey Epstein emerge; partners pause then resume investments.
Burnham unveils £8.4bn nuclear submarine investment
Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced £8.4 billion for the Dreadnought-class nuclear submarine programme, supporting 47,000 jobs and apprenticeships across the UK.
How Succession Episode Sparked Murdoch Family Feud Over Media Empire
Rupert Murdoch's bid to secure Lachlan's control of his media empire was blocked in Nevada court, triggered by a 'Succession' episode.
Topps Tiles Buys Fired Earth Brand as Sales Growth Slows
Topps Tiles reports slower sales growth and buys Fired Earth brand from administration, while returning to profit with £8.3m pre-tax gain.
Trump claims Burnham will open up North Sea oil
Donald Trump says UK PM Andy Burnham told him he would open up North Sea oil, making the UK 'a wealthy country'.
Diageo's Post-Covid Struggles Continue
Diageo reports 10% profit fall but maintains dividend; UK home drinking up 30% offsets pub closures.
Man Utd plot Rashford swap for Kone
Manchester United are reportedly considering offering Marcus Rashford to Roma in a swap deal to sign midfielder Manu Kone.
Liverpool ready £110m bid for PSG's Barcola
Liverpool are preparing a £110m opening offer for Bradley Barcola, with the PSG forward open to a Premier League move, but PSG want around £145m.
Amit Bhatia consortium in talks for 30% Liverpool stake
Amit Bhatia's investment group is reportedly in talks with FSG to acquire a minority stake of up to 30% in Liverpool FC, with Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin also approached.
Lenovo Partners with Big Issue to Donate Laptops to Charities
Lenovo partners with Big Issue to donate refurbished laptops to UK charities, tackling digital exclusion and supporting community organisations.
FTSE 100 Hits New Record High Ahead of Fed Rate Decision
The FTSE 100 rose 0.3% to 10,908.41 after hitting an intra-day record of 10,951.06, lifted by oil majors and strong earnings. Fed decision due at 7pm.
Liverpool takeover plan emerges after billionaires approached
Amit Bhatia's consortium plans to eventually take full control of Liverpool, currently negotiating up to 30% stake from FSG, with billionaires including Jeff Bezos and Eduardo Saverin approached.
Premier League transfer needs: Where 20 clubs should strengthen
Arsenal need midfield depth, Liverpool require a winger, Chelsea a goalkeeper, and more: Opta Analyst breaks down every Premier League club's priority signing before the season.
BMW to cut up to 8,000 jobs in Germany
BMW plans to cut up to 8,000 jobs in Germany under a voluntary redundancy programme, targeting admin and development, as Chinese rivals pressure European carmakers.
FTSE 100 record high amid AI sell-off
London's FTSE 100 index touched a fresh high on Wednesday, driven by strong corporate results as investors moved away from tech and semiconductor stocks amid a global AI sell-off.
CEO Dan Price’s $70,000 Minimum Wage Experiment Divides Opinion
Seattle CEO Dan Price cut his salary to $70k to raise staff wages to same level, sparking global debate.
Liverpool set to make official approach for PSG's Barcola
Liverpool are reportedly set to make an official approach for PSG winger Bradley Barcola after preliminary talks with his representatives, with the price potentially dropping to £128.5m.
Apple Subsidiary Fined £390,000 by UK Over Russian Sanctions Breach
UK fines Apple subsidiary £390k for breaching Russian sanctions over payments to streaming service Okko, owned by a sanctioned entity.
Czech FA chief backs Infantino's World Cup investment plan
Czech FA president David Trunda supports Gianni Infantino's plan to sell stakes in World Cup commercial rights, despite UEFA opposition.
Oscar-winning musician Glen Hansard dies in motorcycle crash
Glen Hansard, the Oscar-winning Irish musician and actor, has died in a motorcycle crash in Dublin. He was 56.
Sainsbury's Launches Nectar Points on Uber Eats Orders
Sainsbury's launches new loyalty reward allowing shoppers to earn one Nectar point per £1 spent on eligible groceries via Uber Eats, with exclusions and a reminder to enter card number at checkout.
Greggs weathers heatwave with iced drinks and salads
Greggs reported a 7.2% sales increase in the first half of 2026, driven by new menu items like iced matcha lattes and salads that helped counter hot weather eating habits.
Liverpool CEO: FSG in talks with Bhatia; Bezos mulling
Liverpool CEO Billy Hogan confirms FSG is in discussions with Amit Bhatia's consortium for a minority stake, with Jeff Bezos reportedly mulling joining the group.
Chelsea's Dream Transfer Window Finish with Scott, Lacroix
Chelsea aim to finalise Maxence Lacroix, sign Alex Scott for £70m, add Welbeck, Henderson, a left wing-back, and a wonderkid winger, while keeping Enzo Fernandez and shifting deadwood.
Historic Seaham cafe Valentes sold after over 100 years
Valentes cafe in Seaham, County Durham, has been sold to a new owner after over 100 years of family-run service. Owner Sue Deagan is retiring on August 29.
Man United Eye Free Agent Dusan Vlahovic to Save Millions
Manchester United could save millions by signing former Juventus striker Dusan Vlahovic on a free transfer this summer, provided they sell Joshua Zirkzee first.
Luke Shaw vs Lewis Hall: Man United left-back comparison
Manchester United continue to be linked with Newcastle defender Lewis Hall this summer. How does he compare to current left-back Luke Shaw? We analyse stats, manager quotes and give a verdict.
Henderson Chelsea Move Contradicts Liverpool Stance
Jordan Henderson's potential transfer to Chelsea would go against his stated reason for leaving Liverpool – that he did not want a reduced role on the bench.
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