Chinese-born tycoon Chen Zhi, accused of running a vast online fraud network from Cambodia, has been arrested and extradited to China. The US alleges his conglomerate was a front for a major criminal organisation.
Financial News explores the major themes set to shape the UK wealth management sector in 2026, including consolidation, regulation, and cryptocurrency. Read our in-depth analysis.
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis reveals three crucial checks to see if you're overpaying council tax. You could be owed £100s in discounts or a backdated refund of thousands.
A London-based cryptocurrency trading firm, Wintermute, is paying an average of more than £1 million per employee. Discover how this impacts the finance and crypto talent war.
Gamblers on prediction markets like Polymarket made huge profits by correctly wagering on the capture of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, highlighting the rise of this controversial form of speculation. Discover how the markets moved.
PwC's US arm is 'leaning in' to cryptocurrency services after regulatory changes under Trump's 'Genius Act'. The firm sees major new opportunities in digital assets. Discover the strategic pivot.
A UK investor made over £7,000 in Bitcoin. Learn if you must pay tax on cryptocurrency returns, how to declare to HMRC, and key deadlines. Act now to avoid penalties.
Discover how recent US tax code changes and a government shutdown mean many UK-linked taxpayers overpaid in 2025. Learn who is eligible for refunds and how to claim your money back before the deadline.
UK family offices are significantly increasing their cryptocurrency investments, but financial experts caution about potential market volatility heading into 2026. Discover the risks and trends.
Experts predict a surge in HMRC enforcement actions in 2026, driven by a £555m investment to close the tax gap. Discover the key trends, from AI audits to global tariffs.
A $1tn cryptocurrency crash erases 2025 gains, testing Trump's pro-Bitcoin agenda. Experts analyse the market's sensitivity to tariffs and macro forces. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump Jr's secretive meeting in Gibraltar fuels concerns over the Trump family's global business dealings while in power. Explore the conflicts and the cash.
The Marshall Islands has launched a pioneering universal basic income scheme, offering $200 quarterly payments via cryptocurrency or cash. Discover how this Pacific nation is tackling the cost of living crisis.
A High Court ruling means Morrisons faces a £17m tax bill after judges decided its rotisserie chickens are subject to the 20% 'pasty tax'. The supermarket argued most are eaten cold.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's proposed 'mansion tax' on properties over £5m divides opinion. Is it a fair wealth levy or a spiteful policy? Explore the details and reactions.
A 21-year-old Ukrainian student was tortured and set alight in his father's car in Vienna after being forced to hand over cryptocurrency. Two suspects have been arrested. Read the full investigation.
Exclusive: Christopher Harborne, the secretive crypto billionaire funding Nigel Farage's Reform UK, paid £27k for his Trump inauguration trip. Discover the source of his wealth and political influence.
Key promoter Rodney Burton claims in US court he was duped by an 'elaborate deception' orchestrated by Australian Sam Lee in the alleged HyperVerse Ponzi scheme. Read the latest developments.
Nigel Farage's Reform UK party has secured a £9 million cash donation from cryptocurrency investor Christopher Harborne, a key financial backer of the 2019 Brexit campaign. Discover the details and implications for UK political funding.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces a Labour rebellion as rural MPs defy the government over the controversial 'family farms tax' on estates worth over £1m. Read the full story.
Exclusive: High Court documents allege George Cottrell, a key Reform UK figure, let a syndicate headed by Brighton FC's Tony Bloom control his betting accounts in a secretive arrangement.
Shares in Eric Trump's American Bitcoin Corp nosedived over 50% in under half an hour, mirroring a broader crypto market selloff wiping out $1tn in value. Explore the details and impact on the Trump family's digital asset ventures.
A convicted Russian fraudster and his wife were forced to watch each other's torture in a UAE desert as kidnappers tried to access £380m in crypto. Read the full investigation.
A new report reveals how traditional trading firms are leveraging their expertise to bridge the cryptocurrency talent gap. Discover the key skills in demand and the strategies for success.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a new 3p-per-mile road charge for electric and hybrid vehicles from April 2028. Find out how much you'll pay and what it means for the future of driving.
All three seasons of the gripping crime series 'StartUp', starring Martin Freeman as a crooked FBI agent, are now available to stream for free on ITVX. Dive into the world of cryptocurrency and high-stakes drama.
Donald Trump's sons conduct worldwide dealmaking blitz while father holds presidential power, raising concerns about global corruption patterns. Read the investigation.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms state pension-only recipients won't pay tax this parliament, but experts warn of fairness issues for other retirees. Learn the implications.
Exclusive analysis reveals 26,500 properties sold for over £2m face new 'mansion tax' surcharge from 2028. Discover which London boroughs will be hardest hit.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves introduces new mansion tax on properties over £2m from 2028. London homeowners face annual charges up to £7,500. Discover how this affects the property market.