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Google fined $1 billion by EU over search and Play Store antitrust rules

Google fined $1 billion by EU over search and Play Store antitrust rules

The European Commission has fined Google €890 million for anti-competitive practices in its search engine and app store. The ruling requires the company to treat third-party services fairly and allow developers to promote alternative payment methods.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 17:31 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Singapore core inflation rises to 1.6 percent in June

Singapore core inflation rises to 1.6 percent in June

Singapore's core inflation increased to 1.6 percent in June as consumer prices rose across food, services, and retail sectors. Analysts are currently weighing these figures against the central bank's potential policy outlook.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 16:32 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Labor avoids deep economic debate at national conference amid party unity

Labor avoids deep economic debate at national conference amid party unity

The Labor Party's national conference focused on maintaining a disciplined front, sidestepping contentious economic debates to prioritize targeted relief.

Cost of Living ·23 Jul 2026, 14:31 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Ride-hailing platforms extend temporary fees on rides until Sep 30

Ride-hailing platforms extend temporary fees on rides until Sep 30

Major ride-hailing operators in Singapore are maintaining driver-fee surcharges to support drivers as fuel prices remain elevated due to global instability.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 11:04 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Business rates to be cut by 20% for pubs, clubs and music venues in England

Business rates to be cut by 20% for pubs, clubs and music venues in England

The government is introducing a 20% business rates reduction for nearly 32,000 hospitality businesses to help alleviate rising financial pressures.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 09:08 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Macquarie Group names Greg Ward CEO as Shemara Wikramanayake to retire

Macquarie Group names Greg Ward CEO as Shemara Wikramanayake to retire

Greg Ward will become Macquarie Group's next CEO when Shemara Wikramanayake steps down in November 2026. The move follows Wikramanayake's 40-year career at the bank, during which the firm's market valuation grew significantly.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 09:06 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Moonshot AI accused of stealing US technology and using banned Nvidia chips

Moonshot AI accused of stealing US technology and using banned Nvidia chips

White House officials allege that Moonshot AI utilized distillation to train its system and acquired restricted Nvidia servers to bypass trade controls. These claims arrive as the administration considers potential sanctions ahead of planned diplomatic meetings.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 04:36 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Macquarie's high profile CEO Wikramanayake to retire, replaced by bank veteran

Macquarie's high profile CEO Wikramanayake to retire, replaced by bank veteran

Shemara Wikramanayake is stepping down as Macquarie CEO, with internal veteran Greg Ward appointed to succeed her to provide continuity in the firm's strategy.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 03:33 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Florida teen drops Meta lawsuit days before Los Angeles trial

Florida teen drops Meta lawsuit days before Los Angeles trial

The plaintiff dropped his case against Meta following settlements with YouTube, TikTok, and Snap. His attorneys cited concerns about a grueling trial.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 01:33 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Meta lawsuit over teen social media addiction withdrawn days before trial

Meta lawsuit over teen social media addiction withdrawn days before trial

The plaintiff dropped his case against Meta without receiving any payment, shifting focus to ongoing state-level legal battles over platform safety.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 01:02 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Oil prices climb 3 percent as market reaction to Iran war persists

Oil prices climb 3 percent as market reaction to Iran war persists

Brent crude oil prices have reached $94.07 as military conflict in the Strait of Hormuz disrupts global energy transit. This escalation threatens shipping routes and contributes to rising inflationary pressures.

Business ·23 Jul 2026, 00:31 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham scraps electricity tax to spark growth

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham scraps electricity tax to spark growth

U.K. Prime Minister Andy Burnham has announced the removal of the tax on home electricity to provide cost-of-living relief. The government will fund this by cancelling plans for a digital ID to maintain fiscal discipline.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 22:37 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
AMD strikes multi-billion dollar AI server deal with Anthropic

AMD strikes multi-billion dollar AI server deal with Anthropic

AMD has entered a multi-billion dollar agreement to supply Anthropic with Instinct MI450 chips to help the firm scale its AI infrastructure and diversify hardware.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 19:02 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Taylor Farms linked to Cyclospora outbreak amid questions over FDA delay

Taylor Farms linked to Cyclospora outbreak amid questions over FDA delay

A widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak has sickened thousands across the U.S., with investigations focusing on Taylor Farms and federal surveillance challenges.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 18:05 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Supermicro shares surge 16% as margin outlook lifts on $60bn backlog

Supermicro shares surge 16% as margin outlook lifts on $60bn backlog

Supermicro shares climbed after the company disclosed a sharper-than-expected margin outlook and a record-size order backlog. The results showed quarterly profit growth alongside a major upgrade to the company's gross margin projections.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 15:09 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Global stocks rise as energy surge offsets yen hitting 40-year low

Global stocks rise as energy surge offsets yen hitting 40-year low

Global markets show resilience as an energy sector rally offsets the Japanese yen's decline to its weakest level since 1986. Investors are now closely watching upcoming tech earnings and central bank policy for signals on inflation.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 13:02 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Nehal Gandhi book exposes power imbalances in donor-grantee relationships

Nehal Gandhi book exposes power imbalances in donor-grantee relationships

Nehal Gandhi argues that philanthropic 'shape-shifting' to satisfy donor expectations often undermines community-rooted needs. She calls for a shift toward reciprocity and collaboration to replace traditional, transactional funding models.

Cost of Living ·22 Jul 2026, 10:02 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Supermarkets are not responsible for rising global grocery prices

Supermarkets are not responsible for rising global grocery prices

Economic analysis suggests that global grocery price hikes are driven by supply chain costs and commodities rather than retail profit-taking. Experts warn that proposed state-run supermarket initiatives may destabilize markets without addressing fundamental inflation drivers.

Cost of Living ·22 Jul 2026, 09:02 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Trump announces 100% tariff on generic drug imports, two‑year grace period

Trump announces 100% tariff on generic drug imports, two‑year grace period

The U.S. will impose significant tariffs on generic drugs produced outside the country, providing a two-year window for firms to shift production stateside.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 08:11 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
IRAS imposes $6.8m in taxes and penalties on nightclubs over flower garlands

IRAS imposes $6.8m in taxes and penalties on nightclubs over flower garlands

Singapore’s tax authority has penalized eight nightclubs for failing to correctly declare income from flower garland sales. The enforcement action follows audits that uncovered systematic under-reporting of GST and income for non-resident performers.

Business ·22 Jul 2026, 08:07 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read