
UK government invests £63 million to enhance EV infrastructure. The initiative aims to expand charging access, electrify NHS fleets, and improve signage, providing savings for public sectors and households while boosting public confidence in electric vehicles.

Jason Dies has been appointed CEO of IRIS Software Group. The former Pitney Bowes leader succeeds Gus Malezis, who remains Chairman. Dies brings over 30 years of experience in global transformation and operational excellence.

Datamaran launches a platform for managing ESG strategies. The new Datamaran Suite supports companies in benchmarking sustainability disclosures, setting evidence-based targets, and includes features for assessing industry norms and disclosure gaps….

A decisive week for UK M&A activity, marked by global buyers. Four out of five headline deals this week involved foreign acquirers or sponsors, reinforcing perceptions of UK-listed value and highlighting continued regulatory pragmatism.

1PointFive and Palo Alto Networks sign carbon removal agreement. The five-year deal involves purchasing 10,000 tonnes of carbon credits, advancing Palo Alto’s net-zero goals and supporting 1PointFive’s direct air capture technology….

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.

Berlin’s rejection of joint EU debt has deepened division. The German government ruled out new Eurobonds, intensifying the bloc’s budget standoff ahead of a potential US tariff shock.

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.

Microsoft and Vaulted Deep announce a major carbon removal deal. The partnership will see Vaulted Deep sequester up to 4.9 million tonnes of carbon dioxide over 12 years, marking one of the largest carbon removal agreements globally….

Bridgepoint is set to acquire mydentist for up to £800 million. The FTSE-250 investor is poised to re-enter UK dentistry, buying the 600-practice chain from Palamon in a deal valuing the business at nearly £800 million. Market sources expect a formal announcement on Friday, 18 July 2025.