business
California investigates Grok over AI deepfakes
The state attorney general urges xAI to take action over the “shocking” material as Musk denies the allegations. Source link
Reeves doesn't rule out wider business rates support across hospitality
Chancellor says support for pubs is on its way and leaves the door open for further tweaks to business rates changes Source link
Shop for small businesses shuts after low sales
The businesses’ co-owner says it is because of a lack of sales and high overheads. Source link
Why the Northern Powerhouse Rail plan will really go ahead this time
Faisal Islam says the Labour argues the difference in its plans this time is that the planning has come first. Source link
TGI Fridays closes 16 UK stores, with 456 job losses
The UK restaurant chain’s remaining 33 restaurants will stay open after a rescue deal was reached. Source link
China announces record trade surplus despite Trump tariffs
Beijing reported the largest-ever trade surplus at $1.19tn as China diversified its trade. Source link
US approves sale of Nvidia's advanced H200 chips to China
Nvidia has been caught in a tug-of-war between the US and China as the countries compete for AI dominance. Source link
Lidl to open 19 stores and create up to 640 jobs
The discount retailer says it is also investing about £43m in revamping more than 70 UK shops. Source link
What countries do business with Iran and what could US tariffs mean?
Donald Trump has announced a 25% tariff on countries trading with Iran after its deadly crackdown on anti-government protests. Source link
World central bank chiefs 'stand in solidarity' with US Fed chair Powell
Eleven central banks have backed Jerome Powell after the US launched a criminal investigation into the US Fed. Source link