BBC Business News
We need to stop AI developing without humans, says Anthropic co-founder (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 07:17:39 GMT)
Jack Clark tells BBC's Newsnight AI could get to the point where it develops without human input.
Trump to meet AI leaders to discuss US investment in their companies (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 19:36:30 GMT)
The US president said on Friday he expects to meet the leaders of top AI companies next week.
US stocks slump as fears over Big Tech shake Wall Street (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:38:13 GMT)
The Nasdaq saw its biggest daily fall since early 2025.
Who can buy shares in Elon Musk's SpaceX? (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:51:36 GMT)
From next week individual investors can take a stake in Musk's rockets-to-AI company.
Hospitality jobs boom as US prepares for World Cup (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:02:17 GMT)
It is the third month in a row US jobs figures have beaten expectations.
The ancient trick making food waste useful and tasty (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:10:26 GMT)
Instead of throwing away byproducts of food processing, fermentation is making them valuable.
Is there an AI stock market bubble, and is it ready to burst? (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:46:00 GMT)
Despite the Iran war, inflation and debt fears, US markets keep hitting record highs, fueled largely by AI. BBC's Samira Hussain looks into whether that bubble will burst.
British Heart Foundation plans to close 150 charity shops (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 02:32:16 GMT)
The charity says it is facing "an exceptionally challenging trading environment".
Single 20-somethings need AI to make first move on dating apps - Hinge boss (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:05:54 GMT)
Jackie Jantos says loneliness and lack of confidence were challenges for young adults looking for relationships.
Final pieces fired at Denby as production ends (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 16:42:47 GMT)
"We are so hugely proud of everything this Derbyshire pottery has achieved," the company says.
China cracks down on soft porn, violence and materialism in viral micro dramas (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 05:16:54 GMT)
Micro dramas have surged in popularity, but drawn criticism for often sensationalist content.
Trump announces $700m coal investment using wartime powers (Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:03:36 GMT)
The president is directing money into coal as the Iran war drives up energy costs for Americans.
Mark Zuckerberg's longest-serving employee on AI, jobs - and her boss (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:05:39 GMT)
Naomi Gleit has weathered many controversies at Meta, but remains in what she tells the BBC is her "dream job".
SpaceX says it's worth $1.75tn as it targets largest stock market debut (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 07:10:10 GMT)
Elon Musk’s space exploration company set a target share price for buyers earlier than expected.
Why is government spending £1.3bn on Universal UK? (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 04:00:23 GMT)
The government is committing many millions of pounds to the new theme park planned for Bedfordshire.
'I lost thousands in savings and my partner's money is in limbo' (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 05:06:33 GMT)
The number of people withdrawing money from a LISA is outpacing the number using one to buy a home. Why?
Three-quarters of workers not on track for 'moderate' pension income, report suggests (Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:02:23 GMT)
A newly-published report suggests a moderate lifestyle in retirement costs £32,700 for one person and £45,400 for two.
Who is Elon Musk and what is his net worth? (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:25:06 GMT)
The boss of X, Tesla and SpaceX is the world's richest person and has used his platform to make his views known on a vast array of topics.
'Apocalyptic' Tata Steel fire sees 'substantial' damage to production line (Thu, 04 Jun 2026 20:27:16 GMT)
Residents are advised to keep windows and doors closed as crews battle the fire in Port Talbot.
Costly fuel pushes more Indians to buy electric cars but challenges remain (Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:28:31 GMT)
High fuel prices are strengthening the case for EV adoption in the world's third largest auto market.
US announces new tariffs over forced labour concerns (Wed, 03 Jun 2026 15:12:28 GMT)
It comes after the US Supreme Court struck down many of US President Donald Trump's previous duties in February.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland back after online banking outage (Wed, 03 Jun 2026 14:16:52 GMT)
"We're aware some customers are having issues with our app and online banking. We're really sorry about this," Lloyds Bank posted on X.
The 18 creatures in the running to be on the new banknotes (Tue, 02 Jun 2026 23:02:18 GMT)
The Bank of England is asking the public which animals should appear on future banknotes.
Microsoft testing wearable AI gadget aimed at office workers (Tue, 02 Jun 2026 21:47:42 GMT)
The company said its own workers are testing a "wearable access badge" and a desktop device.
Publishers in UK can opt out of Google AI search results (Wed, 03 Jun 2026 05:18:00 GMT)
The Competition and Markets Authority says it would put publishers "in a stronger position to negotiate content deals with Google".
King told me Post Office scandal was 'dreadful', says oldest victim (Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:08:41 GMT)
Betty Brown says she is accepting the honour on behalf of all the victims of the scandal.
Water firm fined £1.8m over parasite outbreak (Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:18:43 GMT)
Four people were hospitalised and there were more than 140 cases of sickness and diarrhoea in Devon.
'By the grace of God': Miners dig on as lab-grown diamonds change market (Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:00:45 GMT)
The rising popularity of lab-grown diamonds heaps pressure on those hunting for the natural gems.
How 'confused' AI rollout hurts firms and baffles staff (Mon, 01 Jun 2026 23:05:11 GMT)
Some firms are putting pressure on staff to use AI, but have not thought through their AI rollout.
Caribbean hot sauce producers warn of shortages and higher prices (Sun, 31 May 2026 23:19:32 GMT)
Manufacturers in Jamaica say the key chilli peppers they need are in limited supply.
