The US tech industry's increasingly hawkish attitude towards China is alarming observers who warn it could deepen mistrust. Researchers from Renmin and Tsinghua universities suggest corporate leaders are selectively presenting information to influence Washington's policy decisions against China.
CT Group, a lobbying firm co-founded by Lynton Crosby, faces widespread condemnation and calls for transparency after a Guardian investigation revealed it secretly paid journalists for articles favorable to its clients. MPs and transparency campaigners denounce the practice as an "attack on democracy" and demand an overhaul of lobbying regulations.
UK environment secretaries are criticized for serving corporate lobbyists, particularly regarding industrial chicken farming. The article highlights former secretary Emma Reynolds's efforts to ease planning for chicken factories, despite environmental damage, and questions whether new secretary Angela Eagle will reverse these policies.
A Guardian investigation reveals CT Group, a lobbying firm co-founded by Lynton Crosby, allegedly secretly pays journalists to publish stories favorable to its clients in British newspapers, raising concerns about influencing public opinion.
City bosses and trade unions are clashing over a potential tax on UK banks to fund support for struggling households. While bankers warn of "economic suicide," unions argue Britain can't be "held hostage" by lobbyists, citing rising costs and defense needs. Andy Burnham's proposal for extra household support has reignited debate on a bank windfall tax.
Donald Trump reportedly made over $1 billion in 2025 from cryptocurrency investments, primarily through his World Liberty Financial business and meme coin sales. This comes as US crypto policies become more favorable. The article explores crypto's growing influence in politics globally, including cases in the UK, Czechia, Spain, and Argentina, and discusses concerns about foreign interference and conflicts of interest.
Nigel Farage's Action on World Health campaign is moving to Delaware, US, as a charitable foundation and non-profit. It has hired American lobbyist Gerry Gunster and Farage's friend Andy Wigmore, aiming to replace the WHO, which it claims is too close to China and compromised by private funding.
Crypto lobbying groups are pressing Congress to pass the Tax Clarity for Mining and Staking Act without amendments, arguing it provides necessary clarity on crypto rewards taxes and supports American blockchain security. They oppose an amendment that would limit tax deferrals, citing potential harm to innovation and negligible revenue gains.
Crypto lobbying groups are urging Congress to pass the Tax Clarity for Mining and Staking Act without changes, arguing it provides necessary clarity on crypto rewards taxes and avoids "phantom income" taxation. The bill offers a choice for taxing rewards upon receipt or sale, a compromise opposed by the banking lobby.
Pauline Hanson's National Press Club address revealed a policy platform focused on anti-multiculturalism, stricter abortion access, and a "transgender insurgency" warning. Despite surging interest in One Nation, the speech highlighted fringe policy ideas unlikely to appeal to mainstream voters.
Australia's Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has announced expanded capital gains tax (CGT) exemptions for small businesses, including startups and testamentary trusts. The government increased the turnover threshold to $10 million, making the exemption "substantially broader and significantly more generous" in response to industry criticism.
Parliament House is overhauling its pass system to increase transparency. Lobbyists will require two MP sponsors and be publicly identified in an online register. New rules restrict weekend and late-night access and introduce fees and sanctions.
Big Tech's push for federal AI preemption legislation is complicated by a child safety bill (KOSA). Reports suggest the White House may back Sen. Blackburn's version, bypassing House Republicans and sparking confusion among stakeholders about which child safety provisions will be included.
The European Commission's new structure under Ursula von der Leyen is causing challenges for green and equality advocates, with power concentrated at the top and unclear lines of responsibility, making it harder to influence legislation.
