Lloyds Banking Group is hiring 300 tech experts for its AI development, focusing on agentic AI. This move precedes a new strategic plan from CEO Charlie Nunn and comes amid industry-wide AI adoption, with potential future job cuts despite current hiring.
A group linked to al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for an attack on Niger's capital, Niamey, airport that killed at least 11 soldiers and two civilians. Security forces repelled the raid, killing 22 attackers. The attack occurred six months after a similar assault on the site.
Harry Kane delivered a "complete performance" with two goals, leading England to a 4-2 win against Croatia in their World Cup opener. Kane's brace, along with goals from Bellingham and Rashford, secured victory, with Kane also matching Gary Lineker's World Cup goal record.
Caleb Yirenkyi scored in stoppage time to secure a 1-0 victory for Ghana against Panama in their FIFA World Cup 2026 Group L opener. The late goal denied Panama their first World Cup point and gave Ghana maximum points.
Ghana secured a 1-0 victory over Panama in their FIFA World Cup Group L match held in Toronto, Canada. Caleb Yirenkyi scored the decisive goal in the fifth minute of stoppage time, placing Ghana in a strong position within the group.
Ghana secured a 1-0 victory over Panama with a stoppage-time goal from Caleb Yirenkyi, joining England at the top of Group L. The match, played in Toronto, saw few clear chances, with Yirenkyi scoring the decisive goal from a Brandon Thomas-Asante cross.
Thread Group has released the beta version of its Thread Tools app for iOS and Android, offering the first dedicated diagnostics for Thread-based smart home networks. The app aims to provide visibility into device connections, signal strength, and potential issues, assisting users and manufacturers in troubleshooting connectivity problems.
England and Croatia, two European heavyweights, begin their 2026 World Cup title bid in Dallas, Texas. England, seeking their first title since 1966, face a consistent Croatian side led by Luka Modric.
England faces Croatia in their 2026 World Cup Group L opener at AT&T Stadium, with both teams seeking a strong start; England, led by Harry Kane, aims for its first World Cup title since 1966, while Croatia, captained by 40-year-old Luka Modric, looks to leverage its tournament consistency.
Former Star Entertainment Group executives Matthias Bekier and Paula Martin have been penalised for breaching the Corporations Act. Justice Michael Lee imposed fines of $700,000 and $400,000 respectively, along with disqualification orders of six and seven years.
England's head coach Thomas Tuchel believes the pressure of their World Cup opener against Croatia will inspire his team to perform at their highest level. Despite a mixed record against top opposition, Tuchel is confident England will adopt a competitive mindset, drawing energy from the occasion and their fans.
The Korea Exchange KOSDAQ Market Division announced the formation of the 'KOSDAQ Segment Advisory Group' and its first meeting. The group aims to divide KOSDAQ into 'Premium' and 'Standard' segments with a promotion/demotion system, comprising experts from venture companies, venture capital, investment, and academia.
Mike Ashley's Frasers Group has launched a takeover bid for Australian footwear business Accent Group, offering 65 Australian cents a share. This follows a recent near-€2bn offer for Hugo Boss, highlighting a spree of acquisitions by the British billionaire.
The White House reportedly restricted exports of Anthropic's AI models, Mythos and Fable, due to fears of Chinese government access, posing a national security risk. Anthropic denies the government raised China concerns.
CME Group launched 24/7 Bitcoin futures and options trading on May 29, coinciding with a significant market downturn and a large wave of liquidations. The move aims to provide institutions with regulated hedging tools, but the first week's performance raised questions about whether it calmed or accelerated weekend crypto risk.
Far-right groups, including the Active Club movement, exploited a knife attack in Belfast to incite violence and organize protests across the UK. They used social media platforms like X and Telegram to spread inflammatory content, frame the incident as anti-white, and provide instructions for rioters, leading to violent clashes.
Citigroup introduces a blockchain platform for tokenized shares of pre-IPO companies, targeting wealthy and institutional investors, with initial access for foreign investors and later expansion to the US.
Citigroup prépare une plateforme blockchain pour tokeniser les actions d'entreprises non cotées, visant sa clientèle fortunée et institutionnelle. Ce projet s'appuie sur la blockchain réglementée de SDX (SIX Digital Exchange) en Suisse et vise à améliorer la liquidité de ces actifs.
A research group was launched to establish the concept of 'basic financial rights,' ensuring all citizens have access to essential financial services and funds under fair conditions. The initiative aims to legislate these rights, drawing parallels with the National Basic Livelihood Security Act.
Jude Bellingham delivered a complete performance in England's 3-0 friendly win over Costa Rica, showcasing defensive work and attacking flair. The 22-year-old's display suggests he has earned a starting spot against Croatia.
England midfielder Jude Bellingham may face an unexpected challenge at the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with former defender Conor Coady questioning how Bellingham will react if left out of the starting lineup in favor of emerging contender Morgan Rogers.
Ben Rawcliffe and Naomi Findlay, both enthusiasts of the Tatts Finke Desert Race, found love after Ben posted a humorous ad for a 'future wife' on a race group, leading to a whirlwind romance despite their busy, geographically distant lives.
K-pop group Le Sserafim discusses overcoming internal tensions and online hate through their music, including the song 'Need Your Company', and finding resilience through their bond.
The SETI Institute has announced that extensive radio scans of an interstellar comet have revealed no signs of alien technology. The comet, the third known object from another star to enter our solar system, was observed by SETI's telescope in Northern California.
