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Binance says a potentially compromised DevOps engineer's laptop may have helped enable unauthorised withdrawals worth an estimated $6.3bn, though the breach's full cause remains unconfirmed.

Investigation finds migrant workers building Google and Microsoft AI data centres in Europe faced injuries, TB concerns, overcrowding, and unpaid overtime.

Binance has suspended deposits and withdrawals while investigating a suspected security breach. Tether and Circle have frozen more than $2.38 billion in linked assets, while Binance pledged to cover losses.

Anthropic's SEC filing reveals $98.2bn in employee stock option value. Find out what its potential IPO could mean for staff wealth

Villa Vie Odyssey's permanent-home cruise is suspended in Sihanoukville, Cambodia, after fuel costs surged, leaving 203 passengers ashore as restructuring is considered.

A proposed $15 million Bright Lending settlement could aid 624,623 borrowers with cash, debt cancellation, and credit-report relief; no claim form is required.

Alphabet shares drop over 10 per cent as profit misses forecasts, ad growth slows and AI-focused capital spending drives the company into negative free cash flow.

Brazil's Supreme Court orders police to probe Rockbridge Network, co-founded by JD Vance, and Meta's algorithms over help for Flávio Bolsonaro.

In independent research on agentic finance, Bermudez has designed a verification stack that tests market timing, transaction costs, accounting, and benchmark sensitivity before an AI system reaches live capital.

The Taco Bell Foundation is accepting US applications for its 2027 Live Más scholarships, offering awards of up to $25,000 to students aged 16 to 26

Erika Eleniak has reportedly earned nearly $300,000 on OnlyFans. See what the platform's own accounts reveal about how much typical creators really make.

Mark Cuban has warned that heavy borrowing, speculative trading and rapid advances in AI could expose investors to a market bubble, although he acknowledged uncertainty over when it might burst.

FTC sends Walmart refund cheques worth over $9.8 million to 65,022 eligible consumers after a fraud settlement. Recipients must cash them within 90 days.

Netflix layoffs affecting 1,000 workers and senior leadership changes raise questions about reported tensions between Hollywood and technology teams.

Elon Musk told biographer Walter Isaacson that his descendants may retain only a small share of his fortune after taxes, while much of it could fund a foundation.

Xero links live accounting data to Google's Gemini so users can query their books by chat, but the AI integration is not yet available in the UK, EU, Nigeria or Switzerland

Il Fornaio will pay $3 million to settle an EEOC lawsuit alleging sexual harassment and retaliation affecting at least 100 women, including teenagers.

Poundland is at risk of insolvency as Gordon Brothers shifts focus from Martin Property Group's bid and rival discounters line up interest in its 600 stores.

Learn what instant win games are, how RNG, RTP and volatility work, why they suit mobile play, and how they are regulated in Great Britain.

Brazil's betting suspension hits UK operators, affiliates and suppliers, while higher UK duties increase pressure on acquisition, margins and market strategy.

Javier Barajas, who hosted Trump's no-tax-on-tips event, says rising fuel and food costs could force his Las Vegas restaurant to close.

Villa Vie Residences has suspended its residential world cruise and ordered passengers off the Odyssey in Cambodia, citing soaring fuel costs, financial losses and an uncertain restructuring process.

General Mills has launched Cheerios with Ziploc PantrySeal packaging on Walmart.com, offering a resealable bag for easier pouring and freshness. More retailers are expected to follow.

A $40 bill for Moderna's new flu vaccine highlights how the US vaccine committee impasse could delay no-cost insurance coverage for some vaccines until 2029.

Jay-Z will headline the Super Bowl LXI halftime show for union scale. His streams, $42.3 million stadium run, and Roc Nation deals could bring bigger returns.

HSBC profit jumps 32% to $9.6 billion as it returns $2.7 billion to investors, fuelling demands for higher UK bank taxes amid record business distress.

Almost a kilometre of Oxford Street has been pedestrianised, prompting praise from retailers and some visitors while critics warn of congestion, accessibility problems and cyclist non-compliance.

Digital platforms use small initial payments to reduce customer hesitation, yet payment fees, channel-specific minimums and promotional requirements can make the true cost of participation much higher.

Anthropic's 335-page S-1 filing outlines a potential Nasdaq listing targeting a valuation of up to $2 trillion, alongside rapid revenue growth, heavy infrastructure commitments and significant risks.