The RFI calls for a "rapidly procured and installable Counter UAS (unmanned aircraft system) capability" that is "suitable for maritime platforms to detect, track, identify, and defeat airborne threats." Project TALON will combine a mix of "effectors" both kinetic and non-kinetic to counter the threats posed by the proliferation of drones, and is intended to complement current complex missile-based systems.
In a world that is 'zoomed out' and suffering from digital fatigue; we wanted to make sure we could create an energetic, content driven, fast paced event for SEOs. It's been great to bring events back to London. There's a huge opportunity to get together and network in a friendly place.
BYD, the world's biggest car seller, unveiled a new battery giving its latest electric models more than 600 miles of range. Remarkably, the Chinese motor-maker said 250 miles of range could be injected into its new batteries in just five minutes. If true, the last remaining advantages of petrol cars—long range and quick refuelling—are beginning to disappear.
The investment package, which will primarily fund transport upgrades and surrounding infrastructure, is significantly larger than the £500 million previously expected to be allocated to the project. The funding forms part of wider preparations for the construction of Universal Studios Bedford, a multibillion-pound attraction planned for a 500-acre site on former brickworks land.
Since May 2025, we have been updating a significant proportion of both colleague operated and self-service checkouts across all of our stores to make them more efficient, with the refresh due to complete very soon. The new technology will ensure we can continue to offer our customers excellent levels of service, now and into the future.
The Exchange is a community hub powered by North Paddington Foodbank who are the UK's first and only cash-first foodbank. Instead of offering food parcels, the foodbank gives out cash and vouchers instead, creating real routes out of crisis. This in turn helps foodbanks evolve into hubs of culture, care and community.
Shoreditch could see 30 aircraft hangars worth of commercial floorspace and hundreds of new homes under the major proposals to shake up local planning policies in the borough over the next 15 years, which the Labour-run council claims will bring over 11,000 new jobs to the creative and commercial district.
The project includes a hotel, a conference and meeting center, and a sustainable food court. Its objective is to set a new standard for a purpose-driven destination that turns circular living into 'something individuals, companies, and organisations can feel, experience, and act on.'
British forces have shot down multiple drones across the Middle East over the past 24 hours as Iran continues to retaliate against countries across the region in response to US and Israeli strikes. The UK said that the interception of drones above Jordan marks 'the first time an RAF F-35 has destroyed a target on operations.' The fighters were supported by Typhoon jets and a Voyager tanker aircraft.
Banque de France, a central money-producing outfit in Europe, has adopted a technology called EverFit, which includes a polymer coating on cotton-blend notes that increases durability. Every year, up to three billion notes may be printed, but they must adhere to the strictest standards of technical quality. If they don't, they're shredded. One drawback, though, is that they're not recyclable.
As of this weekend, the Collison brothers are worth an estimated €13.5bn. Each. They're the wealthiest Irish people ever. With such riches come assumptions. Are they tech bros? Spaceship owner wannabes? Maga-boosters? How closely do they match up to our idea of a super-rich tech titan in 2026? The short answer is: not much.
I think somebody painted it black in transit, and we may have got in a little trouble for that. I'll let you figure that out yourself. The structure has been removed, as was agreed following discussions between Dublin City Council's Planning Enforcement Section and the owner of the premises.
During the 22-day closure, Southeastern trains into central London will continue to run, but many trains will be diverted to alternative terminals. Most services that would normally use Charing Cross will instead run to London Victoria, London Cannon Street or London Blackfriars, with some trains terminating at London Bridge.
We have crossed 10,000 properties under management, placing Dwelly among the UK's top 15 largest letting agencies in less than 2 years - an unseen speed of growth for letting agencies. The company currently manages more than £200 million in gross rent and aims to reach 50,000 properties under management by the end of this year, which would make it a top-five agency in the U.K.
London's Footsie is in a footloose mood again, with higher metals prices buoying mining stocks and corporate results from financial giants surprising on the upside. The index has scaled fresh heights in early trade, with investors showing enthusiasm for London-listed stocks amid global uncertainty.
As we settle into 2026, London's economic landscape suggests a definitive answer. The city is witnessing a profound transformation in how services are consumed, driven by a population that has become increasingly comfortable with a digital-first existence. From financial management to high-end entertainment, the demand for seamless, instant, and secure online services has reached unprecedented levels, reshaping the commercial priorities of businesses across Greater London.
London produces companies that are comfortable operating inside regulated markets. You build here knowing that capital comes with scrutiny, buyers expect evidence and compliance is not something you deal with after the fact. Those conditions are now steering a growing number of UK startups towards iGaming analytics as operators invest more heavily in player insight, risk control and documented decision-making.
New data released by Start Up Loans, part of the British Business Bank, shows that the Start Up Loans programme has delivered £250 million in lending to more than 25,000 entrepreneurs across London. So far in 2025, 1,500 loans valued at £20m have been taken, illustrating the city's enduring entrepreneurial drive. The data also reveals the capital's top 10 most entrepreneurial boroughs, ranked by volume of loans taken out since 2012.
The company today issued a brief release stating that it will soon be opening its first global flagship store, which will be located in India. Aside from that, there is no mention of date and exact location for this store. The only other information in this release is a somewhat cryptic image of what looks like it could be a blade sign placed outside the store. The sign shows a blue damselfly, which points to a return to using bugs as mascots by the company.
But rather than feeling daunted, consider this: the competition keeps you on your toes, pushing you to innovate and improve. You'll need to take a proactive approach to survive, staying focused on what sets your business apart and understanding what your customers truly need. Complacency is a sure way to be left behind.
