Latest business and markets stories, updates and analysis from The Real News Journal.
An analysis of Airbnb's SEC filings since 2020 shows the company has steadily reversed its pandemic-era pledge to rely on direct traffic, rebuilding brand and search marketing spend even as it continues to cite the same low-marketing statistics publicly.
A year of mergers has already toppled Harbour Energy from the top of the UK's North Sea producer rankings, and consultants say BP's expected asset sale could shake up the table further.
A global survey by Accenture reveals that multinational companies are largely treating 'sovereign AI' regulations as a compliance issue rather than a strategic opportunity. The study of nearly 2,000 executives highlights a significant gap between geopolitical risk perception and proactive strategic engagement with country-specific AI policies, advising firms to elevate AI sovereignty to a CEO-level priority to secure competitive advantage.
The Environment Agency has revoked the environmental permit of a Wolverhampton waste facility following a history of non-compliance, including breaches of its management system and acceptance of unauthorised waste.
Government figures show no successful claims under the Boiler Upgrade Scheme's air-to-air heat pump grant, despite 62 applications since April, as certification delays leave installers unable to gain accreditation.
