Business

In the bustling world of academia, students often find themselves caught in a whirlwind of deadlines, exams, and extracurricular activities. Amidst this chaos, one crucial aspect tends to take a backseat: sleep. Yet, research has consistently shown that sleep plays a pivotal role in academic performance. In this article, we delve deep into the relationship between sleep and academic success, exploring how leveraging AI tools can enhance both aspects of student life. Understanding Sleep The...

In today’s digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for individuals and brands to connect with their audience, build influence, and drive engagement. However, with the ever-increasing competition for attention on social platforms, expanding your reach and growing your influence can be a challenging task. In this comprehensive guide, we’ll explore effective tactics to help you unleash your influence and expand your social media reach. Understanding Social Media Influence Social media influence refers...

In a flavorful victory, Innovative Bites Ltd, a food company, has emerged triumphant against the UK tax authorities, securing a ruling that exempts its “Mega Marshmallows” from VAT due to their classification as cooking ingredients rather than confectionery. HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) had appealed a 2022 decision by the first-tier tribunal (FTT), which had absolved Innovative Bites Ltd from paying a hefty £472,928 in sales tax on its marshmallow products. HMRC contended that the...

Twenty per cent of organisations admit that an employee at their organisation has exposed company data using AI tools such as ChatGPT, according to new research. The findings were revealed in Underfunded and Under Reported: Threats, Breaches, and Budgetsreport, a survey of 250 UK CISOs conducted by independent polling agency Censuswide, which detailed the intersection of AI tools and cybersecurity. RiverSafe found that 75 per cent of security leaders believe that insider threats pose a...

Lloyds Banking Group, the UK’s largest domestic lender, reported a significant decline in profits for the first quarter of the year, largely attributed to intensified competition in the deposits and mortgages market. The FTSE 100 bank disclosed that its pre-tax profits for the first quarter plummeted by 28 per cent to £1.63 billion, down from £2.26 billion in the same period last year. This decline aligns closely with expectations from City analysts, who anticipated profits...

Key findings of a productivity report launched today show that the UK economy has suffered a loss of £17.6 billion in economic output over the past 12 months due to connectivity outages. The total for London was £5.7 billion, representing just over 1% of London’s GDP. The productivity report – commissioned by Vorboss, a provider of direct internet connectivity for business – reveals alarming figures regarding the economic impact of business connectivity issues in the...

The ongoing dispute between US lawmakers and TikTok has now reached a tipping point, with the Senate now passing a bill that will force TikTok owners to sell its stake in the company or see the app banned in the US. While we’re not going to see a ban occur anytime soon, with the bill still needing to go through the Senate and be signed by the president, that hasn’t stopped countless people from protesting against...

The latest figures from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) show that inheritance tax receipts increased to £7.5 billion from March 2023 to April 2024, the highest value ever recorded. This is a £400 million increase from the same period in the previous tax year, and continues an upward trend over the last two decades. Inheritance tax receipts could top £9.5 billion before the end of the decade. While only 4% of estates are currently liable...

In the evolving world of e-commerce and retail where technology is always advances, small businesses face intense competition and ever-changing consumer demands. To thrive in this dynamic environment, having high-speed connectivity is no longer a luxury but a necessity. Read on to learn about five compelling reasons why high-speed connectivity empowers small businesses in the realm of e-commerce and retail, especially for those seeking dedicated internet access for retail. Efficient Operations and Seamless Transactions: High-speed...