The UK government tried to block the Japanese software company implicated in the Post Office scandal from new public IT contracts in the early 2010s in a drive nicknamed “Project Sushi”, according to British officials. The Cabinet Office pushed to formally exclude Fujitsu and other companies from bidding for government deals on the basis of
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Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Donald Trump is the first choice of just under half of likely Republican caucus goers, according to a new poll that underscores the former president’s dominance heading into the Iowa caucuses on Monday. The poll,
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Taiwan started counting votes on Saturday afternoon in a pivotal presidential and parliamentary election that could influence China’s approach to its democratic neighbour. The eighth national vote since the country of 23.5mn first held free
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The Post Office claimed tax relief on compensation it paid to victims of the postmasters scandal, sparking warnings that it risks a £100mn bill and insolvency if authorities rule the move unlawful. In its latest
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Citigroup said it expected to cut 20,000 jobs in the “medium term” as it reported its worst quarter for 15 years. Citi, which is in the middle of its biggest restructuring for two decades, reported
Loading… Loading… From July 2021, Visa entered a consolidation phase, with its stock price oscillating between $174 and $252, testing investor patience over a two-year period. Despite a minor pullback after reaching $263, Visa's stock found support at the daily 20 simple moving average around $255, suggesting a regaining of buyer momentum. Surpassing the previous
Loading… Loading… A new survey reveals that 99% of U.S. financial services companies put similar, or more focus, on crypto or blockchain projects in 2023 compared to prior years. What Happened: Paxos surveyed 400 U.S.-based executives from companies with at least $50 billion in assets under management or $50 billion annual payments volume. Here's a
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Loading… Loading… The Bitcoin BTC/USD ecosystem is predicted to witness unprecedented opportunities and growth in 2024, according to areportthatdissects macro and micro trends andforecastsa bright future for the largest cryptocurrency and related assets. Foremost among the predictions made by the analysis, titled Bitget's 2024 Bitcoin Report,is the surge in value for popular cryptocurrencies such as
One Kentucky high schooler started a TikTok trend by creating a prayer wall to encourage herself and other students. Our school, along with the middle school, has struggled with suicide, Sophy Jones, who attends Whitley County High, told WKYT-TV. And, a lot of people struggle with their mental health.According to Faithwire, Jones started the prayer
A great start — Rocket Report: A Chinese launch you must see; Vulcans stunning debut “I am so proud of this team. Oh my gosh, this has been years of hard work.” Eric Berger – Jan 12, 2024 1:00 pm UTC Enlarge / Vulcan launches from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on Monday.United Launch Alliance
Can YOU reach the treasure? — Those Games turns crappy mobile game ads into actually good puzzles It’s pin-pulling, color-pouring, fake-but-real fun, and you only pay once. Kevin Purdy – Jan 11, 2024 10:53 pm UTC Enlarge / Can you master the ornate physics and inscrutable game theory necessary to overcome this challenge?D3Publisher reader comments
Loading… Loading… The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) has officially registered Ripple Markets Ireland Limited, a subsidiary of Ripple XRP/USD , as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP), enabling itto offer specific digital asset services in the country. The inclusion of Ripple Markets in the CBI's list of registered VASPs marks a strategic advancement for
Shocking results — Report: Deepfake porn consistently found atop Google, Bing search results Google vows to create more safeguards to protect victims of deepfake porn. Ashley Belanger – Jan 11, 2024 9:55 pm UTC EnlargeGeorgePeters | iStock / Getty Images Plus reader comments 72 Popular search engines like Google and Bing are making it easy
Loading… Loading… Singapore-based fintech startup Alchemy Pay joined hands with Worldpay to enable users to purchase cryptocurrencies through credit and debit cards. What Happened: Alchemy Pay is partnering with U.K.-based Worldpay to grant access to the formers Visa and Mastercard payment rails. Alchemy Pays mission to promote the global adoption of digital assets by connecting
a tale of two exoplanets — Astronomers found ultra-hot, Earth-sized exoplanet with a lava hemisphere Also: A separate team found a small, cold exoplanet with a massive outer companion. Jennifer Ouellette – Jan 11, 2024 9:34 pm UTC Enlarge / Like Kepler-10 b, illustrated above, newly discovered exoplanet HD 63433 d is a small, rocky
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The US and the UK are preparing strikes against Iran-backed Houthi rebels who have been attacking commercial ships in the Red Sea. The US is expected to lead the military response against the Houthis after
Unlock the Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. An oil tanker linked to a dispute between Iran and the US has been seized off the coast of Oman, in a raid UK maritime authorities said was carried out by individuals in black military-style
Loading… Loading… Fintech advancement continues to gain momentum as the need for innovative and modernized financial services becomes more desired. The global fintech market revenue stood at $134 billion in 2022, and the expectation is that by 2030 it will reach $556 billion. Meanwhile, in the face of this transformation, traditional banks find themselves confronted