Spotify is cutting almost 1,600 jobs as the music streaming service blamed a slowing economy and higher borrowing costs in the latest round of redundancies at big tech companies.
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Selling your home could be about to become a lot harder
The pressure on house prices is expected to continue over the next 12 months as competition among sellers intensifies.
Department for Business & Trade delegation land in UAE to promote international collaboration at COP28
The Department for Business & Trade’s (DBT’s) delegation has landed in the United Arab Emirates to promote international collaboration and address COP28 on the world’s most pressing climate issues.
Customer service? Quick and clear communication with a trained professional wins
Customer retention is inspired by excellent service and communication is a massive part of that …
AI Minister unveils guidance to upskill UK workers
The government has announced a new draft of guidance to support businesses to upskill their workers and unleash the potential of Artificial Intelligence to help boost productivity by enhancing workplace activity.
Government minister set to “simplify accountability for regulators”
The new City Minister has said his focus will be on “simplifying accountability for regulators”, streamlining financial regulation and removing red tape to make the framework more effective to boost growth in the City, Bin Afolami has outlined at the Financial Times’ Global Banking Summit on Tuesday.
2 million people to receive free AI training through Amazon project
Amazon has announced that they will provide free Artificial Intelligence training to two million people by 2025 via their ‘AI Ready’ commitment which is set to boost proficiencies in this emerging piece of technology.
Optimizing public transport with intelligent technology
Transit agencies play one of the most important roles in not only our daily lives but the overall function of the modern urban era – optimizing public transport.
Sustainable Scottish chocolatier enjoys sweet success with new premises following support from Business Gateway
A luxury chocolate brand that started in its owner’s home kitchen has successfully expanded into new premises after receiving advice and support from Business Gateway.
New government approach needed to tackle UK energy resilience and security
Energy specialists from The University of Manchester have called on the government to develop a joined-up cross-departmental strategy to strengthen the UK’s energy resilience and security.
Black Friday causes heightened anxiety for almost 70% of small business owners
While the nation may be enjoying a bargain or two this week, a new study has uncovered that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are among the highest anxiety drivers among SME owners.
TPP is set to revolutionise investment landscape
In the wake of recent concerns about the lack of investment in domestic companies by UK investors, Lane Clark sheds light on the challenges facing the UK market.
How can employers avoid problems at staff parties?
With the festive season fast approaching, many employers have already finalised their plans for a staff party. Others may prefer a more spontaneous approach.
Ground-breaking UK Export Finance deal secures huge investment in North-East England
UKEF and K-Sure have secured support worth £367 million for South Korean manufacturer SeAH Steel Holding’s construction of a wind tech factory near Redcar, in the Tees Valley.
One in ten startup owners blame the Government for business failure, survey finds
One in ten startup owners say a lack of Government support was behind the failure of their business, or that of someone they know, amid fears of a “wasted generation” of entrepreneurs due to the economic downturn.
