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Relations between Washington and Beijing have been increasingly tense in recent years. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nOGpq1P

BHP: Mining giant says it underpaid workers for 13 years

Australia's BHP said the leave and allowance 'errors' will cost the company up to $280m. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/r3Y9BnX

Debt ceiling deal: US House overwhelmingly passes bill

The Senate must approve the deal and send it to the president's desk this weekend to avoid a default. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/LvX49ko

Amazon staff protest climate record and office return

Organisers say nearly 2,000 staff have pledged to participate in the protest. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7cBij03

Ministers seek to understand more about video games

The government wants stronger evidence on psychological impacts of gaming and how the industry works. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/XroaK26

Elon Musk: Tesla boss on first China trip in over three years

The multi-billionaire has not yet publicly commented on the visit, which comes amid US-China tensions. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/AHl93Zh

Elon Musk: Tesla boss on first China trip in over three years

The multi-billionaire has not yet publicly commented on the visit, which comes amid US-China tensions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AHl93Zh

Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes begins 11-year prison sentence

The Theranos founder, 39, was convicted last year of defrauding investors and wire fraud. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MZxaLdm

Theranos CEO Elizabeth Holmes begins 11-year prison sentence

The Theranos founder, 39, was convicted last year of defrauding investors and wire fraud. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/MZxaLdm

Nvidia briefly worth $1 trillion thanks to AI boom

Investors excited about the possibilities for artificial intelligence have sent the US chipmaker's value soaring. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/aYbS9o2

Foxconn: iPhone maker hikes pay ahead of new model launch

Foxconn's move comes ahead of the expected launch of Apple's iPhone 15 later this year. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/GiV7Uea

Foxconn: iPhone maker hikes pay ahead of new model launch

Foxconn's move comes ahead of the expected launch of Apple's iPhone 15 later this year. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/GiV7Uea

Elizabeth Holmes is going to prison. Will she ever pay victims too?

Experts say victims often never get their money back from those who defrauded them. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/1SVT2E8

Elizabeth Holmes is going to prison. Will she ever pay victims too?

Experts say victims often never get their money back from those who defrauded them. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/1SVT2E8

Supermarket price rises hit new high in May

Fresh produce prices are lower but coffee and chocolate as well as non-food items lift inflation. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0XQr2UJ

Mars bar plastic wrapper swapped for paper

Mars trials environmentally friendly paper wrappers for some of its chocolate bars. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/E7hTc3H

Who is Linda Yaccarino, Twitter's 'superwoman'?

Can new chief executive Linda Yaccarino fix Twitter? from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2e0VZSs

US debt ceiling deal ready for Congress vote, Joe Biden says

President Joe Biden said he had not made too many concessions to Republicans as part of the agreement. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/BmLXlgD

China's C919 passenger plane enters into service

China hopes the C919 will end the dominance of Airbus and Boeing - but it relies on Western components. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hXCceFi

How prosperity fuels dowry demand in India

Researchers studied 74,000 marriages that took place in India between 1930 and 1999. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/OdLnHS5

Who is Linda Yaccarino, Twitter's 'superwoman'?

Can new chief executive Linda Yaccarino fix Twitter? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2e0VZSs

Plans for supermarket price cap on basic food

Prices on products like bread, milk and sugar could be capped under a voluntary scheme. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/CUGcDtI

Twitter pulls out of voluntary EU disinformation code

"You can run but you can't hide," commissioner Thierry Breton warns Twitter over upcoming rules. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/UbHOCDX

JP Morgan CEO Jamie Dimon deposed over bank's Jeffrey Epstein ties

Two lawsuits accuse the bank of ignoring signs it was profiting from the long-standing relationship. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MhyX6zm

ChatGPT: US lawyer admits using AI for case research

The lawyer told the judge he did not know content from the artificial intelligence could be false. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/liuMLf0

Twitter pulls out of voluntary EU disinformation code

"You can run but you can't hide," commissioner Thierry Breton warns Twitter over upcoming rules. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/UbHOCDX

Post Office used racist terms for sub-postmasters in official guidance

May 26, 2023

A document shows racist language was used to describe sub-postmasters being wrongly investigated. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/S0pTvbU

PlayStation Showcase 2023: Spider-Man 2 impresses, Project Q confuses

May 25, 2023

Against huge hype, the console giant's games reveal sparks a mix of excitement and disappointment. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/mtMzEej

Germany falls into recession as inflation hits economy

May 25, 2023

Rising prices have dampened demand from households and businesses in Europe's largest economy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KQfyikr

Starling Bank chief Anne Boden to step down amid record profit

May 25, 2023

Anne Boden says nobody believed a "5ft-tall Welsh woman in her mid-50s" could achieve what she has. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2WqBi8Y

Is the past year's spike in strike action here to stay?

BBC economics editor Faisal Islam asks whether a historic surge in industrial action is likely to persist. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/h6d9rPb

Container ship grounded in Suez Canal

In March 2021, the Ever Given, which is one of the largest container ships in the world, blocked the canal for six days. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/o4qPgAI

Silicon Valley Bank: 500 jobs cut by new owner First Citizens

The move comes two months after SVB's collapse triggered fears of a banking crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/YbI6OrB

Expected energy price cap cut will see bills fall

The regulator will soon confirm the change, which is likely to knock £450 off a typical annual bill. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/RDHUfmG

Are investors finally nervous about the US debt ceiling?

US financial markets falter as debt ceiling talks continue. So is Wall Street getting nervous? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yDv4YIA

MP calls for Parliament probe of rate 'rigging' evidence

Senior Tory backbencher David Davis says there is 'damning evidence' parliament was misled. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/AlosB9c

Formula 1: Honda to return as Aston Martin engine partner in 2026

May 23, 2023

Honda will return to Formula 1 in 2026 as engine partner for the Aston Martin team. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8HqS0PF

Chip war: Apple strikes major US-made semiconductor deal

May 23, 2023

The move comes as a trade row centred on the tech industry intensifies between Washington and Beijing. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/up2NHEo

Chip war: Apple strikes major US-made semiconductor deal

May 23, 2023

The move comes as a trade row centred on the tech industry intensifies between Washington and Beijing. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/up2NHEo

Bird flu: Brazil declares animal health emergency after several cases found

The country is the world's largest exporter of chicken meat, and wants to stop the virus spreading. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/O3neIAR

WhatsApp to allow users to edit messages within 15 minutes

The instant-messaging service, which is used by 2 billion people, counts India as its largest market. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/ikqT6HQ

WhatsApp to allow users to edit messages within 15 minutes

The instant-messaging service, which is used by 2 billion people, counts India as its largest market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ikqT6HQ

TikTok sues Montana to overturn first US state ban

The western state last week became the first in the US to ban the hugely-popular video platform. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/6dfG7UH

TikTok sues Montana to overturn first US state ban

The western state last week became the first in the US to ban the hugely-popular video platform. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/6dfG7UH

Top economist calls for 'lenient' migration rules

Andy Haldane's comments come after the prime minister said legal migration was too high. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/VmuEsAZ

Interest rate 'rigging' evidence 'covered up' by banks

This evidence was not shown to juries where bankers were jailed for smaller-scale interest rate 'rigging'. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lbC8wtL

US debt ceiling: Joe Biden and Kevin McCarthy seek to break impasse

The president flies home from the G7 summit amid hopes of a deal with top Republican Kevin McCarthy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/uVrcaFS

China bans major chip maker Micron from key infrastructure projects

It is China's first major move against a US chip maker, as tensions increase between Beijing and Washington. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/cnJ6eid

China bans major chip maker Micron from key infrastructure projects

It is China's first major move against a US chip maker, as tensions increase between Beijing and Washington. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/cnJ6eid

Mobile fraud: Thieves 'shoulder surfing' victims to steal phones

Criminals are exploiting our frequent use of banking apps on mobile phones, a senior fraud officer warns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7HoxJB3

Why food bills aren't shrinking - five things to know

Prices in the shops remain much higher than a year ago, despite falls in energy and food costs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/qgZK4oc

CBI banned alcohol-only events after staff party, says ex-chief

Former boss Dame Carolyn Fairbairn says she took action following poor behaviour at the event. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Sci0T2f

Government rules out more help on energy bills

The price cap on gas and electricity is set to fall, but at about £2,000 remains historically high. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NdXkgHl

Mortgage deals: Five new products aiming to beat interest rates rise

May 20, 2023

As interest rates rise, some lenders are offering no-deposit mortgages and removing the "stress test". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/MZzGI7K

Energy bills predicted to fall from July by nearly £450

May 20, 2023

Ofgem is poised to announce a cut in its price cap next week, according to an energy consultancy firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dwq4HRv

Finance delays for divorcing teachers and NHS staff as pensions recalculated

May 19, 2023

Both current and retired staff face "a severe and drastic impact" from the delays, say solicitors. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lBLfat7

G7 Summit: Africa seeks new role as nations eye its resources

May 19, 2023

As wealthy nations compete, Africa wants to keep more of the benefits from its natural resources. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ZfwXAPu

Flooding: Toilet bungs and other prevention measures to save homes

May 19, 2023

A campaign will urge homeowners to consider simple measures to save costs and heartache from flooding. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FeJQBVA

Elizabeth Holmes: Inside the routine at the Federal Prison Camp in Bryan, Texas

Here's what we know about the Federal Prison Camp in Bryan, Texas, where Holmes is likely to be sent. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mKhJYAS

Strip club dancers to form only US topless union

Performers at the Star Garden Topless Dive Bar in North Hollywood pass a unanimous vote to unionise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HaLQq6x

Critics say £1bn for UK chip industry not enough

One CEO says the government's semiconductor strategy does not address the needs of UK chipmakers. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/2M0KtpC

Could a US debt default unleash global chaos?

The BBC examines four ways you could be affected if the US fails to reach a deal on its debt. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/iIWjdCz

'We are selling a product that we hope gets discontinued'

The firms aiming to help eradicate invasive species by making commercial use of them. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XGyZSfj

Disney scraps $867m Florida plan amid Ron DeSantis feud

The company makes the decision amid an escalating legal battle with Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7p39tvr

TikTok: Montana to become first US state to ban app on personal devices

The Chinese-owned platform said the ban "infringes on the First Amendment rights of the people of Montana". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/SLv0mMV

TikTok: Montana to become first US state to ban app on personal devices

The Chinese-owned platform said the ban "infringes on the First Amendment rights of the people of Montana". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SLv0mMV

Water companies say sorry over spilling raw sewage

England's water companies promise to upgrade sewage system but it could mean an increase to bills. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SAt07YV

Food bank uses tech to plug donation shortfall

Soaring demand means food banks have to buy groceries - but tech is being used to target donations. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/uM7fOBK

Legend of Zelda game sells 10 million copies in three days

Tears of the Kingdom becomes the fastest-selling game in the Legend of Zelda franchise. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vnT7Com

Cryptocurrency: Treat investing as gambling, MPs say

Retail investment in cryptocurrency is too risky to be regulated as a financial service, a committee says. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/vNL7dtO

Ex-Apple engineer accused of stealing self-driving car secrets

The 35-year-old suspect allegedly downloaded large amounts of data before fleeing to China. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/tX7OjcW

US debt ceiling: Biden and Republicans hopeful of a deal

House Speaker Kevin McCarthy says the two sides are far apart but an agreement is possible this week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ekhLZWi

Two poultry workers test positive for bird flu

The cases in England were found during screening and there is no sign of human-to-human transmission. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/0DTibmK

Sam Altman: CEO of OpenAI calls for US to regulate artificial intelligence

Sam Altman says government regulation is "critical" to control the risks of artificial intelligence. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/j8uYHQJ

Vodafone to cut 11,000 jobs in new boss shake-up

New chief Margherita Della Valle says the mobile firm's performance 'has not been good enough". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/zX6aYy2

Elon Musk documents subpoenaed in Jeffrey Epstein lawsuit

The Tesla boss is ordered to hand over any papers showing contact between him, Epstein and JP Morgan. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7qTKcFi

Javad Marandi: Tory donor's link to massive money laundering probe

Javad Marandi's foreign firms were at the centre of a global investigation, BBC News can finally reveal. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5BUKW6I

Microsoft's Activision takeover approved by EU after UK veto

The proposed $69bn acquisition of Activision is splitting global regulators over competition concerns from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/LgrUu2E

Center Parcs owner Brookfield puts holiday chain up for sale

The private equity owner of the resort firm wants to sell the business for up to £5bn. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8wcxiKr

Engineering giant Wood sees off takeover interest from investment firm

Apollo Management Holdings announced it will not make a formal bid for the Aberdeen-based firm. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/nJr2P63

Percy Pig ice cream renamed after 'polite' M&S request

Fabio Vincenti is now considering alternative names for his pig-based treat. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/sAKP80B

Vice and Motherboard-owner files for bankruptcy

Vice Media Group, which was once valued at $5.7bn, is set to be sold but will keep operating. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HGnACX8

Scrap tax on sunscreen, say cancer charities

Cancer experts want VAT removed to make sun creams more affordable in the cost-of-living crisis. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/QqS8ihj

Should social media face-altering filters be regulated?

With photo manipulation technology now extending to videos some want authorities to intervene. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/Ca1KS86

AI creator on the risks, opportunities and how it may make humans 'boring'

AI boss on the future of artificial intelligence and what will happen if computers become more clever than humans. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Cd2TYlG

Pat Cullen: Nursing union calls for double-digit pay rise to restart talks

May 13, 2023

Union boss Pat Cullen urges ministers to reopen pay talks in England after her members rejected a 5% offer. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/jINrl1M

Is the UK too late to beat the US in the global trade war?

May 13, 2023

The US is offering huge incentives to electric car firms, but the UK risks falling behind. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dDKt5vk

Pakistan shut down the internet - but that didn't stop the protests

May 12, 2023

Millions were plunged offline after Imran Khan's arrest but the blackout hasn't stopped protests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/LUrZVnJ

Train strikes: Passengers face second day of industrial action

May 12, 2023

RMT union members from 14 rail companies will walk-out on Saturday in a row over pay. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/McOs6DX

Skipton: Will deposit-free mortgages help budding first-time buyers?

May 12, 2023

Will Skipton Building Society's deposit-free deal help those hoping to buy in the lender's home town? from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/td7XiGB

UK saw sluggish growth at start of year

Growth was just 0.1% in the first three months of the year, as the economy was affected by strike action. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/HXnN2oy

Australia government approves first new coal mine since elected

The government came to power a year ago promising greater action on climate change. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yOKUFxs

Hacker marketplace still active despite police 'takedown' claim

Police said the "dangerous" Genesis Market had been dismantled, but it is still selling hacker products. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/rN6fU0u

New York City passes law barring weight discrimination

America's largest city joins a movement to make size a protected trait on par with race and gender. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/15tBHa8

Be very careful with 100% mortgages, says Bank

The Bank of England governor says buyers should treat these sometimes riskier deals with caution. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/5oNBYZ3

Disney+ streaming business loses 4m subscribers in first quarter

Most of the losses came from its Hotstar service in Asia, which has lost rights to Indian cricket matches. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/mOUGvDP

Renewable energy projects worth billions stuck on hold

Major renewable energy projects being delayed by more than 10 years as grid reaches capacity. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/YuwsUtV

Renewable energy projects worth billions stuck on hold

Major renewable energy projects being delayed by more than 10 years as grid reaches capacity. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/YuwsUtV

Warning UK losing £2,300 per minute to fraud

Bank industry group UK Finance calls for tech firms to help reimburse fraud victims. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/in4TSEd

India’s booming population needs more women at work

More women must join the workforce for India to reap its demographic potential - but that's not easy. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/s0M2ZYE

The debt ceiling saga explained - in under 90 seconds

Will the US government run out of money? Here's what's at stake politically and economically. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Nqb72SB

Briton pleads guilty in US to 2020 Twitter hack

It was probably the most high-profile hack in social media history, hitting dozens of famous accounts. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/XMCnoVy

Briton pleads guilty in US to 2020 Twitter hack

It was probably the most high-profile hack in social media history, hitting dozens of famous accounts. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/XMCnoVy

Vietnam to crack down on anonymous social media accounts

It's the latest in a series of restrictions imposed by the Vietnamese government on social media users. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/TvMlGLx

Longer lorries to be allowed on Britain's roads

More goods can be carried in fewer trips, says government, but campaigners have safety concerns. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/UX1w0Qi

Apple co-founder says AI may make scams harder to spot

Silicon Valley veteran tells the BBC he thinks AI creations should be clearly labelled. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/geU56hN

Deposit-free mortgage aimed at renters launched

The product requires a good credit history, but does not need the financial backing of family or friends. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Dnfp7aT

Can a wind turbine handle hurricane speed winds?

As wind farms expand into new areas they will need to withstand extreme wind speeds. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/earLQSB

Apple co-founder says AI may make scams harder to spot

Silicon Valley veteran tells the BBC he thinks AI creations should be clearly labelled. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/geU56hN

Royal Mail boss expected to resign within weeks

Simon Thompson is said to be in talks after a bitter union dispute and after he was accused of misleading MPs. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/yKXatGP

Sunday sunshine helps Coronation pub takings

One pub chain says sales on Sunday had been "really, really strong" as hospitality firms hope for a boost. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/FAt6QkD

Children missing out as attractions get pricier, says charity

Children could miss out on important life experiences due to higher prices, says Go Beyond. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/2U4XMF7

Janet Yellen: US treasury secretary warns of debt ceiling 'catastrophe'

The US treasury secretary warns Congress it must act to raise the country's borrowing limit. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KtH0ayv

Horizon scandal: Post Office boss to pay back part of bonus

Nick Read has admitted last year's accounts contained an "incorrect statement" about work done for the Horizon Inquiry. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/7H09gTO

Tata Steel warns of uncertainty over future of UK business

The steelmaker is seeking government support to help switch away from coal-fired blast furnaces. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/xNLqrco

Ex-Uber security chief sentenced over covering up hack

Joseph Sullivan was convicted over covering up a security breach of 57 million user accounts in 2016. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/oR6Alnc

Shell selling stake in controversial Cambo oil field

May 06, 2023

The project - west of Shetland - is the second-largest undeveloped discovery in the UK's North Sea. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/A8iTwOC

Kanye West Yeezy loss is hurting us, admits Adidas

May 05, 2023

Ending its collaboration with Kanye West hit sales at the start of the year, says sportswear giant. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Sc1AtjI

TikTok tracked UK journalist via her cat's account

London-based reporter Cristina Criddle says it was "chilling" to learn her data had been accessed. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/8pXfUbe

White House: Big Tech bosses told to protect public from AI risks

The White House told executives that they have a "moral" duty to make sure their products are safe. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/sXTjylv

TikTok tracked UK journalist via her cat's account

London-based reporter Cristina Criddle says it was "chilling" to learn her data had been accessed. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/8pXfUbe

Go First: What went wrong with Indian airline?

The budget airline filed for bankruptcy protection earlier this week. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/V6m5xAh

Can Morocco solve Europe’s energy crisis?

Morocco plans to send renewable energy to Europe, but some want it to save it for its home market. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/W785gQm

UK competition watchdog to launch review into AI

The CMA will look into whether the development of new AI technology is in consumers' best interests. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/A3wGO2W

Sir Richard Branson thought 'we were going to lose everything' in pandemic

Sir Richard Branson says the pandemic left his businesses near collapse and him "a little depressed". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/bzkG8dc

Biden pick Ajay Banga gets top World Bank job

Ajay Banga takes over as the anti-poverty lender faces pressure to do more to tackle climate change. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/dUxwqfa

US regulator says Meta putting child users at risk

The Federal Trade Commission says it wants to stop Facebook's owner from making money out of children. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/eVokyEc

Why there is serious money in kitchen fumes

Restaurants are extracting energy from their kitchen fumes and using it to heat the whole business. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/NmA5xS1

US regulator says Meta putting child users at risk

The Federal Trade Commission says it wants to stop Facebook's owner from making money out of children. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/eVokyEc

Air travel chaos looms as US keeps 5G altimeter refit deadline

A July deadline for airlines to refit planes to avoid 5G signal interference will remain in place. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/KIoJ1bl

Air travel chaos looms as US keeps 5G altimeter refit deadline

A July deadline for airlines to refit planes to avoid 5G signal interference will remain in place. from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/KIoJ1bl

Coronation: Think of millions working during celebrations - union

Coronation celebrations will depend on millions working through the weekend, say trade unions. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/Likr5Cb

Online banking fears prompt call for more hubs

Age UK says a programme of shared hubs should be accelerated to help those who want face-to-face banking. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/ntX7H9d

UK watchdog plans to shake up stock listing rules

The plans have been deployed in a bid to make the UK more attractive for companies to list. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mI1sa3P

US bank shares slide after First Republic rescue

Shares in several regional banks have dropped sharply, a day after the collapse of First Republic. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/SO5YxF8

Australia to ban recreational vaping, crack down on black market

Minimum quality standards will also be introduced, and the sale of vapes in retail settings prohibited. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/mUzvx7g

AI 'godfather' Geoffrey Hinton warns of dangers as he quits Google

Geoffrey Hinton tells the BBC some of the dangers in the artificial intelligence field "are quite scary". from BBC News - Technology https://ift.tt/hjaWyrn

Qantas appoints new CEO Vanessa Hudson as Alan Joyce steps down

Current financial chief and airline veteran Vanessa Hudson will take on the top job in November. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/lQAhKEw

AI 'godfather' Geoffrey Hinton warns of dangers as he quits Google

Geoffrey Hinton tells the BBC some of the dangers in the artificial intelligence field "are quite scary". from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/hjaWyrn

The people turning time into a currency

So-called "time-banking" schemes are letting people get paid in time credits for the work they do. from BBC News - Business https://ift.tt/g2vbWVy

Ron DeSantis-aligned oversight board votes to countersue Disney