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Fake damage and imaginary watches – how AI images are being used in insurance scams
An insurer reports a 71% rise in fraudulent claims, driven partly by an increase in faked images. Source link
The price of school prom is extortionate, says teen
A parent and ex-pupil says proms put pressure on children and adults alike. Source link
Japan pledges $10bn to help Asian countries deal with oil crisis
The aid is roughly equivalent to a year’s worth of crude oil imports by Asean countries. Source link
China's economy grows faster than expected despite Iran war
The better-than-expected GDP data comes as Asian countries have been hit hard by the impact of the conflict. Source link
Allbirds shares soar after pivot from footwear to AI
The company is selling off its shoe brand as it plans to shift to providing technology infrastructure. Source link
Major fire at Australian oil refinery to impact nation's petrol supplies
The fire has deepened fears over the nation’s petrol supplies amid a global crunch. Source link
Back to books – Sweden's schools give up digital learning
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector. Source link
Horse urine perfume: why online bargains may be dangerous
Experts warn of hidden risk of counterfeits, while the government consults on stricter product safety rules. Source link
More big energy users to get help as support plan expanded
A scheme to cut bills for firms that are heavy energy users is being extended to cover an additional 3,000 businesses. Source link
Bank boss tells BBC he won't rush interest rate rises
Bank of England governor says the Iran war energy shock makes the next rate decision “very very difficult”. Source link