Technology
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UK signs OpenAI pact to trial frontier AI
The UK government has signed a new MoU with OpenAI. The ten-word sentence ends here. Ministers say the agreement will let Whitehall pilot GPT‑4o and future AI models across justice, health, and defence, paving the way for possible new data centres and a stronger AI security regime.
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Nostrada.ai and the power to forecast the future
Nostrada.ai began as a frustrated idea inside Parliament’s corridors. The platform now predicts how every UK MP will act. With its rise, political risk analytics is changing fast — and Nostrada’s “digital twins” are giving lobbyists, diplomats, and global businesses an edge in a high-stakes world.
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Martech failures cost brands customers and credibility
A quarter of CMOs lost customers to martech errors last year. Poor implementation, disconnected systems, and AI issues are undermining campaigns and brand trust, says new IMG research.
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Bank of England weighs pause on digital pound
Bank of England officials are reconsidering the digital pound project. Internal memos suggest a pause could redirect funding to modernising the UK’s payment rails, as budget pressure and political priorities mount ahead of the Autumn Budget.
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UK leaders establish worldwide benchmark for AI evaluations
The UK introduces a new AI audit standard. The British Standards Institution has launched the world’s first international certification standard for AI assurance, creating new benchmarks for independence, rigour, and global governance.
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AI is ready. Are your people?
AI is fast becoming essential for businesses of all sizes. Kevin Fitzgerald, UK Managing Director at Employment Hero, explores how SMEs can drive real gains through people-first AI strategies. Recognition, support, and leadership — not just tools — are key to making AI work.
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US passes Genius Act, ignites global crypto race
The US Congress has passed its first federal crypto law. The Genius Act introduces national licensing and strict stablecoin rules. Bitcoin inflows have surged as the legislation triggers a rapid response from global regulators. Industry leaders call this a watershed moment for digital assets and the financial system.
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AI giants unready for human-level intelligence risks
AI firms face scrutiny over safety after a new report finds leading developers unprepared for human-level intelligence risks. Major industry players receive failing marks for planning, highlighting gaps in safety strategies as artificial general intelligence moves closer.
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From Westminster to AI: Leon Emirali’s journey of reinvention
Leon Emirali built his reputation as a sharp political operator. After leaving Westminster in 2020, he became a tech founder determined to modernise how politics works. Now, as CEO of Nostrada.ai, Emirali’s work sits at the intersection of AI, lobbying, and the unpredictable machinery of government.
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Brussels delays decision on X in digital services probe
Brussels has postponed its landmark Digital Services Act probe. The decision delays a potential fine against X. Officials say the move aims to avoid inflaming tense trans-Atlantic trade talks, leaving open questions about enforcement credibility as the EU weighs its next steps.
