Larry Ellison, one of the world’s richest men, has stepped in with a $40.4bn personal guarantee to shore up Paramount Skydance’s $108bn takeover bid for Warner Bros Discovery, escalating a high-stakes battle with Netflix for control of some of Hollywood’s most valuable franchises. Paramount Skydance, led by David Ellison, confirmed that Ellison would provide an “irrevocable personal guarantee” covering the equity financing element of the bid, as well as any potential damages claims. The move...
More than half of British businesses are struggling to expand their sales in Europe, with trade frictions worsening despite the UK-EU trade deal, according to new research from the British Chambers of Commerce. A survey by the BCC found that 54 per cent of exporters believe the Trade and Co-operation Agreement (TCA) has failed to help them increase sales in the UK’s largest overseas market, a rise of 13 percentage points compared with last year....
Denise Coates, the billionaire founder and chief executive of Bet365, received at least £280m in salary and dividends in the year to March 2025, despite a sharp fall in the company’s pre-tax profits. The Stoke-on-Trent-based gambling group reported turnover of £4bn for the year, up from £3.7bn in the previous 12 months. Pre-tax profits, however, fell to £349m from £627m a year earlier, reflecting a significant rise in costs as the business reshaped its global...
Rachel Reeves has confirmed that she will deliver an early spring statement on 3 March, as the Treasury moves to restore confidence after a year in which prolonged tax speculation was blamed by businesses for weakening the UK economy. In announcing the date, the Treasury said the chancellor had formally asked the Office for Budget Responsibility to prepare updated forecasts for the economy and the public finances. The move is intended to provide “stability and...
Former mineworkers and their families are celebrating a “historic” boost to their pensions after the government handed over a £2.3bn reserve fund, delivering increases worth up to £100 a week and backdated lump sums averaging £5,500. Members of the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme will see their pensions rise by 41% from Tuesday, following the transfer of the government’s share of the scheme’s surplus. The move brings long-awaited relief to tens of thousands of former...
A business website is no longer just an online brochure. It is your sales platform, brand showcase, and first impression rolled into one. For local businesses competing in today’s digital landscape, professional website design and development is what separates growth from stagnation. A well-built site attracts the right visitors, builds trust quickly, and turns traffic into enquiries and sales. That is why more companies are investing in Website Design & Development Services in Dunstable that...
For any business leader, the priority is always growth, stability, and the welfare of their team. Protecting physical assets and ensuring a safe working environment are foundational to these goals. While locks and alarms have their place, the modern approach to business protection has evolved significantly. Today, a robust strategy relies on visibility and responsiveness. Closed-Circuit Television (CCTV) has long been a staple of commercial property management, but its role has shifted from a passive...
The iGaming market holds huge growth potential for emerging players. iGaming brands are reporting record revenue growth and market expansions every quarter, and as its remarkable growth trajectory continues, it’s influencing digital business models worldwide. The truth is that players have always looked for more interactive experiences within the iGaming landscape, and as a result, casinos that are not on GamStop are introducing innovative monetization models that blend technology, entertainment, and personalisation. This write-up delves...
New multi-AI integration enables real-time cross-verification for translation precision In the world of AI translation, relying on a single engine has long meant accepting its blind spots. From occasional hallucinations to awkward phrasing or cultural mismatches, many businesses have learned that one engine’s output often isn’t enough. That’s why MachineTranslation.com is making a decisive shift, introducing five new AI engines to its platform and expanding its lineup to an unprecedented 22 AIs. The goal? Accuracy...
To every business that cares about its reputation, customer conversations matter. Providing great service has always mattered. Doing it brilliantly and consistently, is where things become hard, particularly for SMEs juggling growth, limited resources and rising customer expectations. At Moneypenny, we exist to solve that challenge. By combining unrivalled people and smart AI, we represent businesses seamlessly, delivering exceptional conversations that protect reputation and drive growth. That mission has never been more relevant. Customer expectations...
