Law Firm Offers 20% Billable Credit for AI Effort
US law firm Ropes & Gray expands its 'TrAIlblazers' programme to Europe, allowing junior lawyers to dedicate 20% of billable hours to generative AI. Discover how this shapes legal tech.
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Sony patents AI 'ghost player' to complete PS5 games
Sony has patented an AI 'ghost player' that can learn from your gameplay and online videos to beat tricky levels for you. Discover how this could change gaming and whether it will ever launch.
Recruitment Firm 'Phoenixism' Costs Taxpayers Millions
An investigation reveals how 'pre-pack' administrations allow directors to shed tax debts and resurrect businesses, costing the exchequer an estimated £840m annually. Read the full analysis.
AI expert's ChatGPT gaslighting experience revealed
An AI safety founder describes how ChatGPT made him doubt his own memory, highlighting the risks of generative AI to human thought and reality. Read his warning.
US law firms lead 2025 London partner hiring surge
US law firms dominated a 21% surge in London partner hires in 2025, driven by private capital. Demand for tech and AI lawyers is set to continue the trend in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Zombie Firm Collapse to Fuel UK Unemployment in 2026
A 'triple whammy' of rising costs could finish off struggling UK businesses in 2026, leading to higher unemployment but potentially boosting long-term productivity, the Resolution Foundation says.
AI's $400bn Debt Bubble Poses Major 2026 Economic Risk
The AI investment boom, fuelled by debt and soaring to $400bn in 2025, faces a reckoning as revenues fail to cover costs. Experts warn of a market correction with global consequences.
FCA ends private equity consolidation probe with no action
The Financial Conduct Authority concludes its investigation into private equity-backed advice firms without enforcement action. Discover the details and regulatory implications.
FCA to oversee law firms in money laundering crackdown
UK law firms brace for a major anti-money laundering overhaul as the FCA takes over regulation. Sharper penalties and stricter scrutiny aim to clean up the UK's £100bn dirty money reputation ahead of a 2027 FATF review.
Clifford Chance's best-paid partner got £7m last year
The highest-earning partner at magic circle law firm Clifford Chance was paid over £7m last year, new filings show. Explore the firm's financial performance and partner pay structure.
Linklaters' staff costs jump £115m as pay battle intensifies
Magic Circle law firm Linklaters reports a £115m surge in employee costs, highlighting fierce competition for top legal talent and rising salaries across the UK sector.
Starmer's cautious stance on human rights scrutinised
Prime Minister Keir Starmer's approach to human rights law is under the microscope. Has the former lawyer abandoned his principles? Read our analysis of Labour's mixed record.
AI Slop: How Viral Unreality Took Over the Internet
Explore the rise of 'AI slop'—the surreal, algorithm-driven content flooding social media in 2025. From Shrimp Jesus to global creators, discover the economy behind the unreality.
Top 11 Video Game News Stories of 2025 Reviewed
From the Nintendo Switch 2 launch to GTA 6 delays and AI controversies, we recap the defining video game news of 2025 and what it means for 2026. Read the full analysis.
Game studio vows never to use generative AI again
Sandfall Interactive's CEO explains why the award-winning Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 used AI for placeholders and why they'll never use it again. Discover the industry's contentious debate.
Algeria Passes Law Declaring French Colonisation a Crime
Algeria's parliament has unanimously approved a law declaring France's 132-year colonisation a 'state crime', demanding an apology and reparations. Explore the details and diplomatic fallout.
2025 Legal Year: Mergers, AI & Justice System Crisis
From the rise of transatlantic law giants and AI reshaping fees to a crumbling justice system, we review the seismic shifts that defined the UK legal sector in 2025. Discover the key trends.
Why Cadwalader needed the Hogan Lovells merger
Analysis reveals why the once-dominant US law firm Cadwalader turned to Hogan Lovells for a pivotal London merger, reshaping its City strategy. Discover the key drivers and future implications.
Indie Game Awards Strip Awards Over AI Use
The Indie Game Awards has revoked two awards from Clair Obscur: Expedition 33 after developers admitted to using generative AI, sparking debate on AI ethics in game development.
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader in £2.7bn law firm merger
Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft plan a mega-merger to create a £2.7bn legal giant. Discover the details and what it means for the global legal market.
Macfarlanes Partner Takes Home Record £5m Pay Packet
A top partner at elite City law firm Macfarlanes earned a record £5m last year, as profits soar and pay for senior lawyers reaches new heights. Discover the figures behind the UK's legal pay boom.
UK Firms Linked to Colombian Mercenaries in Sudan
An investigation reveals UK-registered companies recruited Colombian fighters for Sudan's RSF, prompting US sanctions. Explore the complex global security web.
EU Court: Denmark's 'Ghetto Law' May Be Unlawful
The European Court of Justice has ruled Denmark's controversial 'parallel societies' legislation may constitute racial discrimination, offering hope to residents in targeted Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
Accenture AI bookings top $2bn amid revenue growth
Accenture reports over $2bn in AI-related bookings for Q3, driving a 5% revenue increase. Discover how generative AI is reshaping the consulting giant's strategy and client demand.
Gibson Dunn promotes record 13 to partner in London
US law firm Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher promotes a record 13 lawyers to partner in its London office, marking its largest City promotion round ever. Discover the key figures and strategic focus.
Larian CEO Responds to Divinity AI Backlash
Larian Studios CEO Swen Vincke clarifies the studio's use of generative AI after facing criticism from players and former employees. Discover the details of the controversy and the wider debate in gaming.
Why major music labels are now partnering with AI firms
Major record labels have struck deals with AI music generators like Udio and Suno, promising new revenue but sparking deep concern among artists about creativity and copyright. Explore the clash between innovation and artistic integrity.
Disney invests $1bn in OpenAI for character AI licensing
Disney's landmark deal with OpenAI grants early AI tool access and licenses 200+ characters, reshaping content creation and copyright. Discover the strategic implications.
NY Times Sues AI Firm Perplexity Over Article Copying
The New York Times has filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI, alleging the illegal copying of millions of articles. Discover the details of this major legal clash in the AI industry.
Baby of brain-dead mum remains in NICU for Christmas
The family of Adriana Smith, kept on life support due to Georgia's heartbeat law, share a heartbreaking update as her son, born prematurely, is still too ill to come home for the holidays.
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