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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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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 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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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 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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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 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.
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Nearly three in ten UK risk leaders lack vendor trust. Many UK organisations still cannot fully trust third-party vendors to manage their most critical digital risks, CyXcel research finds — with internal blind spots and mounting complexity undermining resilience.
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Trump Media has filed two AI-related trademarks for Truth Social. The move comes as major tech and media platforms accelerate AI branding amid rising regulatory scrutiny and litigation over digital innovation.
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Co-op has confirmed a cyber attack exposed member details in April. The retailer’s CEO says the breach, one of the largest in UK retail, compromised personal information but did not include financial data. Four suspects have been arrested as scrutiny grows over cybersecurity in retail.
