McDonald’s Ends AI Drive-Thru Trial Amid Fast-Food Industry’s Automation Push
McDonald’s has concluded its trial of artificial intelligence chatbots at drive-thrus, highlighting ongoing questions about the fast-food industry’s rapid adoption…
London’s Productivity Decline Linked to Remote Work, Reports ONS
London is dragging down Britain’s productivity growth, with office staff continuing to work from home, according to new figures from…
Labour Risks Higher Mortgage Bills and Worse Unemployment, Warns HSBC
Labour’s proposal to introduce a “genuine living wage” could lead to higher unemployment and increased mortgage costs, economists at HSBC…
Chinese House Prices Plunge at Fastest Rate in a Decade
Chinese property prices fell at their fastest rate in a decade last month, intensifying concerns about the stability of the…
Soup Sales Surge as Rainy Spring Affects Consumer Spending
One of the wettest springs on record has led to a significant increase in warm soup sales, while sales of…
Apple Scraps Pay Later Loan Scheme in Shift to Third-Party Lenders
Apple is ending its in-house “buy now, pay later” scheme in the US, a service it launched just last year.…
4K TV Review: Enhance Your Viewing Experience
4K TVs are among the biggest and best pieces of tech on the market. If you are looking to upgrade…
Summer Job Cuts as Minimum Wage Increase Bites
The recent increase in the minimum wage is exerting significant pressure on employers, leading to a sharp reduction in summer…
Barclays Suspends Festival Sponsorship Amid Protests
Barclays has suspended its sponsorship of all 2024 music festivals organised by Live Nation, including popular events such as Download,…
Tesco Sees Surge in Sales as Shopper Confidence Rebounds
Tesco, the UK’s largest retailer, has reported a notable increase in shopper confidence, reflected in “strong” sales growth over the…