Europe's Economic Decline: The Real Threat Beyond 'Woke' Politics
Nouriel Roubini argues Europe's existential crisis is economic and technological, not cultural. US GDP grew 87% vs EU's 13.5% since 2008. Can reforms save the continent?
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Vaccine sceptic's controversial rise at US FDA
Tracy Beth Høeg, a Danish American physician known for doubting Covid vaccines, is now acting director of the FDA's key drug centre, signalling a major shift in US health policy. Explore the implications for drug regulation and public health.
EU Deforestation Law 'Hollowed Out' by Loopholes
The EU's flagship deforestation regulation, once hailed as game-changing, has been 'dismantled' by delays and exemptions, critics say. Discover how corporate pressure weakened the law.
OpenAI offers $555k for daunting AI safety role
Sam Altman advertises a $555,000-a-year 'head of preparedness' role to tackle AI risks from cyberattacks to existential threats. A critical look at the industry's self-regulation.
AI Control Crisis: Experts Warn Humanity Must Act Now
Leading voices sound the alarm on uncontrolled AI development, urging immediate government intervention to prevent a future where technology sabotages human control. Read the urgent proposals.
Sanders Calls for AI Datacentre Moratorium Over Job Fears
US Senator Bernie Sanders calls AI 'the most consequential technology' and demands a slowdown, while Republican Katie Britt proposes criminal liability for harmful AI chatbots targeting minors.
US Visa Bans on EU, UK Figures in Online Rules Dispute
The Trump administration bans five European figures, including a key architect of the EU's Digital Services Act, escalating a transatlantic feud over online speech and regulation. Read the full story.
EU to respond to US visa bans on digital officials
The European Commission vows a decisive reaction after the US imposed 'unjustified' visa bans on five Europeans involved in online content regulation. Read the latest on the escalating transatlantic row.
11 PE-Backed Firms Fail UK Climate Disclosure Rules
A new report identifies 11 portfolio companies owned by major private equity firms as non-compliant with UK mandatory climate-related financial disclosures. Discover the firms involved and the regulatory implications.
Therapy Regulation Gap Puts UK Patients at Risk
Sky News investigation reveals anyone can call themselves a therapist in the UK, leading to distressing patient experiences. MPs demand urgent statutory regulation.
Therapy Regulation Gap Puts UK Patients at Risk
Sky News investigation reveals anyone can call themselves a therapist in the UK without training. Victims share stories of blurred boundaries and harm, as MPs demand urgent statutory regulation.
Darts star Dom Taylor suspended after failed drugs test
English darts player Dom Taylor has been expelled from the PDC World Darts Championship following an adverse analytical finding. Read the full statement and tournament implications.
FCA lifts £100 contactless card payment limit
The UK's financial regulator will allow banks to set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, removing the £100 cap. Consumers may also set personal limits.
£100 Contactless Card Limit Scrapped in UK
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit will be removed next year, allowing banks to set their own maximums. Find out what this means for your spending and security.
FCA Scraps £100 Contactless Cap, Banks Set Own Limits
The UK's financial watchdog will let banks set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, scrapping the £100 cap. Find out how this could boost high street spending.
Osborne's OpenAI job signals tech's political ambitions
Former Chancellor George Osborne joins OpenAI, highlighting how AI giants are acting like quasi-governments by hiring ex-politicians. What does this mean for UK democracy and regulation?
Teacher banned for possessing 260+ stolen bank card details
A maths teacher from East London has been prohibited from teaching indefinitely after police found over 260 stolen bank card details on his devices. Discover the full story and the panel's ruling.
Australia's social media ban for under-16s begins
Australia enacts the world's first social media ban for under-16s, forcing tech giants to act. Could this be a blueprint for the UK and other nations grappling with online safety?
Tech Giants Woo UK Politicians in Revolving Door Scandal
Exclusive investigation reveals how US tech titans like Nvidia and OpenAI are hiring ex-ministers like George Osborne and Nick Clegg to influence UK AI policy. Discover the power shift.
Offshore Casinos Exploit Gamblers Trying to Quit
The tragic story of Ollie Long, 36, reveals how illicit offshore bookies target vulnerable gamblers who have self-excluded via GamStop, with the UK's hidden gambling market now worth £583m.
Betting giants pay £2m over social responsibility failings
Flutter Entertainment's Paddy Power and Betfair agree to a £2m settlement with the Gambling Commission after systems failed to detect harmful betting patterns. Read the full investigation.
Paddy Power Betfair fined £2m by Gambling Commission
The Gambling Commission has issued a £2m penalty to Paddy Power Betfair for serious social responsibility failures. Discover the details of the case and the regulator's warning.
EU Plans Crackdown on Airbnb-Style Rentals
The European Commission unveils its first-ever affordable housing plan, targeting short-term lets and speculation. Barcelona's 2028 rental ban faces legal challenge.
FCA boss blames Treasury, MPs for slowing deregulation push
FCA CEO Nikhil Rathi says government and parliamentary delays are hampering pro-growth financial reforms. He calls for statutory timetables to speed up Treasury approvals.
Ministers to Regulate England's Funeral Industry
The UK government is set to introduce new rules for funeral directors in England after a series of scandals, ending the current unregulated 'free for all'. Read more.
ESG whistleblower Desiree Fixler leaves FCA committee
Desiree Fixler, who exposed alleged greenwashing at DWS, steps down from the FCA's ESG advisory body. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
Bill Kingdom, FCA Architect, Dies at 78
Bill Kingdom, the influential civil servant who shaped the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, has died at 78. Read about his pivotal role in financial regulation.
Experts warn of 'useless' iron supplements in shops
Pharmacy experts raise alarm over low-dose iron products sold in UK supermarkets and online, calling for stricter regulation to protect consumers from misleading claims.
EU fines X €120m over deceptive blue ticks and ads
Elon Musk's X platform hit with a €120m EU fine for deceptive verification badges and lack of ad transparency under the Digital Services Act. Read the full ruling details.
Regulators Scrap Rulebook to Boost Building Societies
UK regulators have torn up the rulebook for building societies, removing key lending limits to drive growth. Discover how this deregulation will impact mutuals and the housing market.
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