Economy
UK inflation rises to 3.3% amid biggest jump in fuel prices in more than three years
Conflict in the Middle East drives UK inflation higher as fuel costs see their sharpest rise in over three years, squeezing household budgets.
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Economy
Cathie Woods’ ARK makes its first lead investment in startup Lucra — and it isn’t AI
ARK Investment Management, led by Cathie Wood, breaks from its AI-heavy focus to lead a funding round for Lucra, a startup gamifying corporate loyalty.
Economy
L'Italia resta nella procedura Ue. La rabbia di Meloni
Il governo Meloni si scontra con Bruxelles: deficit al 3,1% e procedura d'infrazione aperta. Il ministro Giorgetti non esclude mosse unilaterali.
Economy
From the stage to the future: Where are Startup Battlefield’s alumni now?
Years after their moment in the spotlight, Startup Battlefield alumni navigate funding, pivots, and the long road from launch to lasting impact.
Economy
Lawsuit: Nintendo is getting tariff refunds—its customers should get them instead
A new class-action lawsuit alleges Nintendo is illegally profiting from tariff refunds meant for consumers on imported Switch consoles.
Economy
ليبيا توحّد ميزانيتها: هل يبدأ الاستقرار من بوابة المال؟
Libya's rival governments sign a unified national budget after 13 years of financial division, sparking hope for stability and debate over its true impact.
Economy
Prediction market Kalshi docks three US candidates for betting on own races
Prediction market Kalshi penalizes three U.S. political candidates for betting on their own races, sparking debate over platform integrity and regulation.
Economy
Crypto scam lures ships into Strait of Hormuz, falsely promising safe passage
A novel cryptocurrency scam targeting commercial shipping may have drawn a vessel into a fatal confrontation with Iranian forces in the world's most critical oil chokepoint.
Economy
How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success
From a simple idea to a global brand, Jenny Lennick's pivot to vibrant hair accessories captures a wave of entrepreneurial spirit and changing fashion tides.
Economy
US downplays Iran's seizure of European vessels
Washington dismisses Tehran's seizure of ships in the Strait of Hormuz as rival blockades and a diplomatic stalemate define the escalating maritime conflict.
Economy
Nikkei 225 hits record and breaks 60,000 for the first time
Japan's benchmark stock index surges past the 60,000 mark for the first time, fueled by geopolitical calm and Wall Street's rally.
Economy
Hong Kong’s education hub cannot be a one-market wonder
Hong Kong's universities pivot from academic prestige to commercial powerhouses, generating record income from patents and partnerships.