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Microsoft and Shizen Energy expand renewable agreements in Japan. The new agreements total 100 MW across four solar projects, following an earlier 25 MW deal. Located in Kyushu and Chugoku, these projects support Microsoft’s clean energy goals….
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Sunhat secures €9.2 million to enhance AI-powered ESG solutions. The German startup plans to expand its AI platform for validating sustainability data, targeting significant growth and new partnerships, with funding led by CommerzVentures….
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Online businesses in 2025 face essential cybersecurity challenges. As remote work and cloud infrastructure expand, cyber threats become more sophisticated, demanding robust defences. Companies must prioritise digital security to maintain trust, ensure compliance, and safeguard financial stability….
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Net-Zero Banking Alliance ceases operations amid restructuring plans. The coalition will transition to a framework offering guidance for banks on decarbonisation targets, following numerous high-profile departures. This move aims to support banks’ climate transition plans and foster inclusivity….
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This week’s UK M&A activity spanned food delivery, wealth management, energy, retail, and oilfield services. From DoorDash’s $3.9 billion takeover of Deliveroo to Lloyds reshaping its wealth strategy, the deals underscore how consolidation continues across UK consumer, financial, and industrial sectors.
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Nearly five months after its unveiling, the US–UAE AI chip pact remains stalled. Nvidia’s CEO and some officials see the delays as emblematic of deeper tensions around export controls, foreign investment, and the geopolitics of advanced technology.
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Google UK cut 400 jobs despite nearly £3bn in revenue. The company reduced headcount to 7,029 in 2024 while pre-tax profits rose above £400m. The cuts coincide with a £5bn UK investment plan, a new Waltham Cross data centre, and a £25bn lawsuit over online advertising practices.
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Tesco warns of challenges absorbing additional costs amid tax concerns. Tesco’s Ken Murphy expressed concerns over rising costs, including increased national insurance and packaging levies. Despite these challenges, Tesco has raised its profit forecast following a strong summer sales performance.
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Tesla delivers record vehicles despite European setbacks. The electric carmaker exported 497,099 vehicles in Q3 2025, driven by US tax incentives. However, European sales fell 43% year-on-year, with competition and limited models impacting growth.
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Inflation concerns rise as UK businesses plan price hikes. A Bank of England survey reveals businesses intend to increase prices significantly, with inflation expectations remaining high. Hiring intentions are the weakest since 2020, indicating economic caution.
