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The UK has been below average among European countries for lifestyle freedom for many years - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK ranks highly on the Nanny State Index, signaling over-regulation in areas like food and alcohol. Sensible reforms are proposed to enhance freedom.

Is it legal to gamble in the United Kingdom

Gambling in the UK is legal but regulated, requiring operators to comply with strict laws to protect players.

Pizza Hut Casino Gambling Promotion Draws Criticism

Pizza Hut's UK operations faced criticism for promoting free online casino spins with pizza purchases, raising concerns over gambling addiction among customers.
#stablecoins

Amid bitcoin boom Britain's FCA scrambles to assemble regulation roadmap by 2026

Britain's FCA is set to introduce comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations by 2026 in response to rising demand and risks.

UK to Issue New Crypto, Stablecoin Legislation by July, Minister Says

The U.K. aims to introduce new legislation for stablecoins and crypto activities by June or July, positioning the country as a global crypto hub.

Amid bitcoin boom Britain's FCA scrambles to assemble regulation roadmap by 2026

Britain's FCA is set to introduce comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations by 2026 in response to rising demand and risks.

UK to Issue New Crypto, Stablecoin Legislation by July, Minister Says

The U.K. aims to introduce new legislation for stablecoins and crypto activities by June or July, positioning the country as a global crypto hub.
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Vauxhall workers face 140-mile relocation or job loss as Stellantis shuts factory

Stellantis is closing its Luton facility, impacting 1,000+ workers, to streamline production towards EV manufacturing amidst stringent UK regulations.

Navigating UK Online Gambling Regulations: What Hong Kong Expats Should Know

Navigating UK online gambling regulations is crucial for Hong Kong expats to ensure safety and a better gaming experience.

Netflix viewers 1,000 TV Licence fine warning ahead of major event this week

UK residents must have a TV licence to watch live content, including Netflix's new live broadcasts.

AI chatbot launches on Gov.UK to help business users with mixed results

The UK government is launching an AI chatbot to assist businesses with navigating the complex Gov.UK website.

eBay to ban private e-bike sales over fire safety concerns

eBay is banning private sales of e-bikes and batteries in the UK beginning 31 October due to battery fire concerns.

Sperm donor cash rises by 10 as UK faces shortage

Compensation for sperm and egg donors in the UK is increasing, reflecting a shortage and inflation concerns.
#cybersecurity

No more 12345: devices with weak passwords to be banned in UK

Tech with weak passwords banned in the UK under new law, enforcing minimum security standards for all smart devices.

UK data watchdog confirms it's investigating MoneyGram data breach | TechCrunch

The U.K.'s data protection regulator is investigating MoneyGram due to a reported data breach following a cybersecurity incident.

No more 12345: devices with weak passwords to be banned in UK

Tech with weak passwords banned in the UK under new law, enforcing minimum security standards for all smart devices.

UK data watchdog confirms it's investigating MoneyGram data breach | TechCrunch

The U.K.'s data protection regulator is investigating MoneyGram due to a reported data breach following a cybersecurity incident.
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Meta Gains Approval To Use UK User Posts in AI Training

Meta is using public content from UK users to train generative AI models while ensuring privacy and compliance.

UK kitchen industry divided over decision to ban artificial stone products amid rising silicosis cases

Concerns over the health risks of artificial stone products have sparked debate in the UK kitchen industry regarding a potential nationwide ban.

Are air source heat pumps noisy? Experts reveal the answer

Air source heat pumps are quieter today than earlier models, contrary to public perception stemming from outdated information.

The UK beefs up smart home security by going after bad default passwords

Manufacturers in the UK are now required to ensure tech gadgets have unique default passwords or allow users to define them, under updated regulations.

UK is aiming to regulate cryptocurrencies by July 2024

The UK plans to introduce cryptocurrency regulations by July 2024 to support innovation and consumer protection.

NFT Providers May Need Registration to Comply With UK Money Laundering Rules

NFT providers in the UK may need to register with the Financial Conduct Authority for anti-money laundering purposes.
NFTs are likely to be outside the financial services regulation but may fall under anti-money laundering regulations.

Carrying chickens by their legs should remain unlawful, say UK campaigners

Legalizing chicken leg carrying dilutes animal welfare standards in the UK.
Animal Law Foundation criticizes the UK government for proposing a weakening of EU animal welfare regulations post-Brexit.

Apple promises five years of software support for the iPhone 15, two less than Google and Samsung

Apple announces a minimum five-year software support window for iPhone 15 Pro Max, potentially exceeding beyond that.

King's Speech: Cybersecurity in the spotlight as government promises new efforts to lock down insecure IT supply chains

New cybersecurity legislation announced by King Charles III aims to enhance UK cyber regulations, incident reporting, and supply chain security.
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