How AI can help the UK’s scale-ups realize the growth agenda In a challenging economic climate, UK scale-ups must harness AI to unlock sustainable growth. TechRadar · Mar 12, 2025
Fatal Explosion Halts Toyota RAV4 Production An explosion that occurred on Thursday at an automotive supplier is disrupting Japan’s supply chain. The incident, which took place at Chuo Spring Co. in Toyota City, killed one worker and injured two others. It's causing ripple effects through the local industry, forcing Toyota to suspend RAV4 production. Motor1 · Mar 7, 2025
Balancing innovation and security in an era of intensifying global competition How to balance AI innovation and security in an era of intensifying global competition TechRadar · Mar 7, 2025
Money laundering plays a key role in every part of the illegal drugs industry – here’s how it works The global illicit drugs trade is estimated to be worth at least half a trillion US dollars each year. Drugs such as cocaine, methamphetamine and heroin generate large revenues all along their supply chains, from where the products (and precursor materials) are grown or made – principally Colombia and Bolivia,… The Conversation · Mar 6, 2025
Cyber resilience under DORA – are you prepared for the challenge? DORA has transformed the cybersecurity landscape for financial services firms - how can they best respond? TechRadar · Mar 6, 2025
Canada is now in a trade war with the U.S. — here’s what you need to know to prepare for it United States President Donald Trump has officially imposed 25 per cent tariffs on Canadian and Mexican imports, sending shockwaves through Canadian consumers and businesses. The Conversation · Mar 4, 2025
Tariffs Could Wreck the US Auto Industry. Here's How March 4 is when President Donald Trump pledged to levy tariffs of 25 percent on goods imported to the United States from Canada and Mexico. That's a flat 25 percent on everything crossing the border. Every time something crosses into the US, it will face the fee. And with the… Motor1 · Mar 3, 2025
How businesses and consumers can protect themselves against digital supply chain disruptions Digital supply chain disruptions are becoming increasingly common, with a recent notable increase in cyberattacks and supplier errors. The Conversation · Mar 3, 2025
UK risks becoming dumping ground for goods from exploited workers, MPs say Committee says firms should be required to say how they will tackle modern slavery in supply chains The Guardian - UK · Mar 3, 2025
3 Logistics Stocks Capitalizing on Supply Chain Disruptions The logistics industry is experiencing a growing demand driven by technological advancements, supply chain evolution, and growing global trade. Given the industry tailwinds, it could be wise to invest in quality logistics stocks: United Parcel Service (UPS), FedEx (FDX), and Radiant Logistics (RLGT), capitalizing on supply chain disruptions. Read on. StockNews.com · Feb 28, 2025
Paris prosecutor dismisses case against Apple over DRC conflict minerals French prosecutors have closed a case filed by Democratic Republic of Congo accusing Apple subsidiaries of using conflict minerals, notably in the unstable eastern region bordering Rwanda, in its supply chain. Radio France Internationale · Feb 28, 2025
The wind energy supply chain is dramatically changing. A Scottish firm leads the way "THIS is going to be one of the most dramatic developments in the wind industry. The whole supply chain is pivoting" ... The National (Scotland) · Feb 25, 2025
Field-by-field data helping to measure regenerative impact on dairy farms The consumer giant is working with the First Milk farmer-owned co-operative to share the risk of rolling out greener practices in its supply chain. Evening Standard · Feb 23, 2025
3 Emerging Market Tech Firms Expanding Digital Frontiers Armed with a key placement in the AI-chip supply chain, lowering Fed rates, and a rapidly advancing technology sector, emerging markets seem to be on a stable growth path. Investors looking to capitalize on this momentum might find opportunities in Infosys (INFY), Sea Limited (SE), and NetEase (NTES). Read on…. StockNews.com · Feb 21, 2025
TechRadar · Feb 20, 2025 Adopting a Cyber Fusion approach to ensure NIS2 compliance Cooperation and information sharing is key to industry wide compliance with new directives.
Fortune · Feb 20, 2025 In an uncertain world, CEOs seek growth while bracing for disruption CEOs emphasize the need to stay nimble and rethink supply chains as barriers to trade are erected in an increasingly multipolar world.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 20, 2025 Airbus plans to make 820 planes this year despite supply chain problems European manufacturer reports 8% drop in income for 2024 but says there is ‘solid demand’ for its products
The Conversation · Feb 19, 2025 6 tips on how to run a company in turbulent times – lessons from emerging markets Global risks are rising, and many companies are struggling with how to adapt. The World Economic Forum’s 2025 Global Risks Report makes it clear that challenges like escalating global tensions and conflicts, climate change, economic instability and supply chain disruptions are interconnected and build on one another. And they’re here…
The Guardian - UK · Feb 19, 2025 HSBC net zero goal delayed 20 years, as CEO offered 600% bonus Bank is criticised for pushing climate targets to 2050 and watering down environmental goals
The Independent UK · Feb 19, 2025 HSBC pushes back climate targets by 20 years and blames ‘lag’ in government policy UK head office to bear brunt of job cuts as bank aims to slash staffing costs by £1.2bn
Evening Standard · Feb 19, 2025 HSBC pushes back climate target for operations and supply chain by 20 years HSBC says factors ‘outside of our control’ affect its ability to meet its climate targets.
International Business Times · Feb 18, 2025 New Air Force One Ordered During Trump's First Term Might Not Be Delivered Until After His Second Term Boeing's next-generation Air Force One faces another delay until at least 2029--due to supply chain disruptions, workforce shortages, and project modifications.
The Conversation · Feb 18, 2025 Shein could be a shot in the arm for the London Stock Exchange – but the fashion giant might not like the added scrutiny Fast fashion giant Shein’s mooted flotation on the London Stock Exchange (LSE) could be larger than any stock exchange listing seen in Europe in the last year. Coming at a time when the LSE is struggling to attract new listings, with some firms migrating to other exchanges, this could be…
TechRadar · Feb 17, 2025 Optimizing supply chains to reduce consumer costs Rising costs, particularly the increase in National Insurance costs coming into effect in April, are putting significant pressure on retailers’ margins.
The Guardian - UK · Feb 15, 2025 Waitrose to stop selling suffocated farmed prawns, as campaigners say they feel pain As the supermarket vows to introduce electrical stunning for its farmed prawns, campaigners call on others to follow suit