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Anthropic Warns of Existential Risks to Humanity in IPO Filing

Anthropic Warns of Existential Risks to Humanity in IPO Filing

Anthropic's IPO prospectus breaks standard corporate disclosures by warning investors that advanced artificial intelligence could pose existential risks to humanity.

Business ·29 Sep 2026, 08:09 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
RBA lifts interest rates to highest level in 15 years

RBA lifts interest rates to highest level in 15 years

The Reserve Bank of Australia has lifted its benchmark cash rate to 4.6 per cent, reaching a 15-year high amid persistent inflation and global economic pressures.

Business ·29 Sep 2026, 06:19 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Sukhi and Kiranjit Ghuman face US extradition over cancer drug fraud

Sukhi and Kiranjit Ghuman face US extradition over cancer drug fraud

Dr Sukhi Ghuman and his ex-wife are fighting US extradition at Westminster Magistrates' Court over allegations of a multi-million-dollar health fraud scheme.

Business ·29 Sep 2026, 04:36 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Europe faces economic pressure as soaring diesel prices

Europe faces economic pressure as soaring diesel prices

Europe's economy faces severe pressure as record-high diesel prices threaten freight transport and industrial output, aggravated by potential US export restrictions and refining shortages.

Business ·29 Sep 2026, 01:11 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Nvidia launches security platform to keep AI agents from going rogue

Nvidia launches security platform to keep AI agents from going rogue

Nvidia launched the Open Agent Safety Platform, combining software and hardware safeguards to isolate autonomous AI agents that break their boundaries.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 23:36 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
NASA ramps up support to get Boeing's astronaut capsule flying after Butch and Suni fiasco

NASA ramps up support to get Boeing's astronaut capsule flying after Butch and Suni fiasco

NASA is ramping up financial and engineering support for Boeing's Starliner capsule following safety setbacks, as SpaceX achieves a major orbital milestone.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 22:38 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Nvidia unveils security platform to stop rogue AI agents

Nvidia unveils security platform to stop rogue AI agents

Nvidia has introduced the Open Agent Safety Platform to prevent autonomous AI agents from acting beyond their intended scope, alongside a historic $150 billion share-repurchase expansion.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 21:39 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for first time, ends early

SpaceX's Starship reaches orbit for first time, ends early

SpaceX put its Starship into Earth orbit and deployed 26 next-generation Starlink satellites, but the flight was aborted early and splashed down in the Pacific.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 19:35 ·Maeve Turner 5 min read
The Latest: Trump administration lowers fuel economy standards

The Latest: Trump administration lowers fuel economy standards

The Trump administration has rolled back the CAFE rules, lowering the 2031 fuel‑efficiency target to 34.9 mpg as gasoline prices rise and legal challenges loom.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 16:36 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
SpaceX Starship reaches orbit on first orbital test despite engine failure

SpaceX Starship reaches orbit on first orbital test despite engine failure

SpaceX Starship reaches orbit on first orbital test despite engine failure

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 16:09 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Diesel hits record 199.18p per litre amid Iran conflict

Diesel hits record 199.18p per litre amid Iran conflict

Diesel hits record 199.18p per litre amid Iran conflict

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 14:07 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Northern Star rejects $38.7bn Gold Fields takeover bid

Northern Star rejects $38.7bn Gold Fields takeover bid

Northern Star Resources has unanimously rejected a multibillion-dollar cash-and-share takeover bid from Gold Fields, setting the stage for a major corporate battle.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 12:10 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
EU warns Trump that US diesel export ban will harm both sides

EU warns Trump that US diesel export ban will harm both sides

The European Commission has cautioned Washington that restricting US diesel exports would trigger severe economic fallout, price spikes, and supply chain disruptions across Europe and the UK.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 09:45 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
UK First Home scheme launched with 5 percent deposit requirements

UK First Home scheme launched with 5 percent deposit requirements

A new Your First Home scheme has arrived to help first-time buyers navigate the property market, offering an alternative path to homeownership.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 08:39 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Victoria towns fight back against proposed McDonald's outlets

Victoria towns fight back against proposed McDonald's outlets

Residents in regional Victorian towns are fiercely opposing new McDonald's developments, citing threats to local character, traffic, and the environment.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 07:43 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
Mahindra Thar Roxx adds keyless entry and sliding front armrest

Mahindra Thar Roxx adds keyless entry and sliding front armrest

The Mahindra Thar Roxx has received targeted feature upgrades, including a new keyless entry system and a sliding front passenger armrest.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 06:42 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Jio Platforms appoints Pankaj Pawar as chief executive officer ahead of IPO

Jio Platforms appoints Pankaj Pawar as chief executive officer ahead of IPO

Jio Platforms has appointed Pankaj Mohan Pawar as its new Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Kiran Thomas as the company prepares for an initial public offering.

Business ·28 Sep 2026, 03:46 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
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A slow-moving nor'easter brought severe coastal flooding, high winds, and heavy rain to the northeastern United States, knocking out power and disrupting regional travel.

Business ·27 Sep 2026, 23:18 ·Maeve Turner 4 min read
New lithium mine in UK to create more than 100 jobs

New lithium mine in UK to create more than 100 jobs

Geothermal Engineering Limited is investing approximately £43 million into a new lithium extraction facility in Cornwall to support the electric vehicle sector.

Business ·27 Sep 2026, 22:09 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read
Avanti West Coast services to be brought into public ownership in March

Avanti West Coast services to be brought into public ownership in March

Avanti West Coast services will transition to public ownership in March following years of persistent delays, cancellations, and underperformance.

Business ·27 Sep 2026, 21:11 ·Maeve Turner 3 min read