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Pax8 launched services for technology providers managing business AI agents. Its 8os platform and 8bot assistant enter limited early access ahead of broader availability planned for 2027.
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Infor research reports weaker UK efficiency gains from artificial intelligence. Surveyed organisations estimated average gains of 23%, below six other markets, while confidence and data readiness remained concerns.
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Electricity network operators outlined long-term investment and workforce development plans. SP Energy Networks attributes projected £58bn UK economic contribution and more than 200,000 supported jobs to the ENA/BEAMA sector plan.
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Ofgem approved funding allowances for another major electricity transmission upgrade. National Grid’s Bramford to Twinstead project received £642.1m in regulated allowances, £60.6m below the amount requested.
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Government and aviation operators announced stronger disabled passenger support measures. The programme addresses wheelchair handling, staff training and assistance information, while additional legal protections remain proposed rather than commenced.
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Gamma delayed its takeover vote after limited shareholder proxy participation. Meetings moved to 2 November with less than 40% of eligible shares represented; the 1,120p cash terms remain unchanged.
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Ofgem continued reviewing electricity system decisions during June’s extreme heat. The technical assessment remains open, while a separate independent investigation found whistleblowing allegations unsubstantiated and identified organisational issues.
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Vodafone joined three operators exploring joint European satellite spectrum applications. The European letter of intent concerns direct-to-device communications, but no binding spectrum award or operational deployment has been announced.
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Apache offshore employees plan a strike amid disputed pay arrangements. Unite says more than 160 workers intend a 24-hour stoppage from 21 October, with production disruption possible but unconfirmed.
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Uber won dismissal of historical litigation brought by London drivers. The High Court held approximately £340m of claims time-barred without deciding the truth of the underlying allegations.