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Trump considering AI controls after OpenAI hacking incidents

BBC Business | 7/30/2026, 12:41:28 AM

It marks a change of tone for his administration, which has taken a more hands-off approach to the technology.

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BBC Business

Your burger costs more this summer, but farmers say they're not cashing in

The prices of beef, bread buns and bagged salad have risen sharply over the past year, figures show.

7/30/2026, 12:04:19 AM

BBC Business

I dropped out of university and built five beauty businesses. Here's how I did it

Marcia Kilgore, founder of Beauty Pie, shares her top tips on how to create a successful business.

7/29/2026, 11:02:18 PM

BBC Business

Interest rates expected to be held again by Bank of England

It would be the fifth hold in a row, with the Bank rate standing at 3.75% - the lowest since February 2023.

7/29/2026, 11:01:56 PM

BBC Business

Meta shares fall as frustration grows over AI spending plans

Mark Zuckerberg said Meta intends to sell for the first time AI tools to other companies

7/29/2026, 10:44:18 PM

BBC Business

The Chinese robot army transforming the UK's retail industry

Britain's weak productivity growth and labour shortages are creating an opportunity for China's robotics firms.

7/29/2026, 10:08:29 PM

BBC Business

'No magic wand' to tackle high prices, Fed boss says as US interest rates held

The Federal Reserve's decision, which was broadly expected, means rates remain between the 3.5% and 3.75%.

7/29/2026, 8:32:50 PM

BBC Business

'We are rescuing unpicked blackberries'

Low-income households will benefit from blackberries being collected, a community group says.

7/29/2026, 6:20:09 PM

BBC Business

Charities unable to pay staff after fraud alert

Security fears saw CAF Bank, which serves 14,000 UK charities, suspend its online banking portal.

7/29/2026, 6:17:23 PM

BBC Business

What happens here has a big impact on your money

BBC business reporter Dearbail Jordan explains how it works from inside the Bank of England.

7/29/2026, 4:00:24 PM

BBC Business

Some tech shares are plunging - what does that mean for the AI revolution?

Sharp falls in the value of chip makers have stoked investor concerns that the euphoria around AI related companies is fading.

7/29/2026, 3:32:28 PM

Africa Business

Beyond GDP: Why Africa Needs Consequence Metrics to Measure Real Development

Beyond GDP explores how Africa can rethink development measurement by focusing on value retention, local capability, accountability and the real consequences of economic growth. The post Beyond GDP: Why Africa Needs Consequence Metrics to Measure Real Development appeared first on AfricaBusiness.com .

7/29/2026, 1:24:56 PM

BBC Business

Middle-earners 'struggling' over schools bonus cap

A mum says not getting the back to school bonus is a "kick in the teeth" for working parents just above the income threshold.

7/29/2026, 12:56:32 PM

BBC Business

How cow showers and fans help farmers keep cattle cool

Dairy farmers are using cow showers and fans to protect cattle as hotter summers hit milk production.

7/29/2026, 12:55:58 PM

Africa Business

South Africa’s Digital Healthcare Transformation: Growth, Innovation and the Challenge of Access

South Africa’s digital healthcare transformation is creating new HealthTech opportunities while addressing challenges around connectivity, infrastructure and digital skills. The post South Africa’s Digital Healthcare Transformation: Growth, Innovation and the Challenge of Access appeared first on AfricaBusiness.com .

7/29/2026, 12:29:08 PM

BBC Business

Ticket prices set to rise by 15p as Heathrow able to recover runway project money

UK airport gets green light to charge airlines more to use the hub, which is expected to mean higher fares for flyers.

7/29/2026, 12:16:16 PM

BBC Business

Data centres could pay hundreds of millions in deposits for power demands

The regulator said a fee of between £237,500 to £712,500 per megawatt should be charged for upcoming projects.

7/29/2026, 11:35:35 AM

BBC Business

Andy Burnham wants to fix social care - what are the options?

With Andy Burnham saying he wants to bring "substantial change" to social care in England, BBC Verify looks at what could be done.

7/29/2026, 10:47:08 AM

BBC Business

Matcha and protein pivot pays off for Greggs as profits rise

UK's largest fast-food chain says it is changing its menu "in line with changing tastes and trends".

7/29/2026, 10:37:33 AM

BBC Business

OpenAI says its rogue AI tried to hack other companies

The out-of-control AI found four logins which allowed it to access multiple unnamed online services.

7/29/2026, 8:49:27 AM

BBC Business

1975: The world's first shop for left-handers

A London shop selling goods designed for left-handed people was doing a brisk trade.

7/29/2026, 7:23:40 AM

BBC Business

Unauthorised airport car park grows despite stop notice

Customers says they returned from their holidays to find their cars damaged and dirty.

7/29/2026, 5:12:15 AM

BBC Business

Trump administration bans new Chinese humanoid robots

The US and China are locked in a race to the lead the world in robotics and artificial intelligence.

7/29/2026, 2:30:50 AM

BBC Business

The evidence that shows today's 20-somethings really do have it worse

People in their 20s are facing a tougher start to adulthood than any generation in almost half a century, according to analysis for the BBC.

7/28/2026, 11:52:23 PM