UK morning business news with Alice & Lewis
Industrial Giants and the Data Centre Revolution
How traditional manufacturing companies are seizing opportunities in the AI-driven data centre market.
The Rise and Fall of Prax Group: A UK Energy Sector Cautionary Tale
From humble beginnings to insolvency - the dramatic collapse of Prax Group and its critical Lindsey oil refinery. What went wrong?
Meta's AI and the Climate Conundrum
Meta's controversial use of AI in climate research sparks debate on data accuracy and tech's role in carbon capture.
Private Equity's Resilience and Future Outlook: Navigating Challenges and Opportunities
Is 2025 a turning point for private equity? Explore the industry's struggles, enduring demand, and potential for positive change.
VCs Turn to Private Equity Strategies: A New Era of Tech-Driven Consolidation
Top venture capital firms are adopting private equity tactics, using AI and tech to consolidate fragmented markets and build sector-dominating conglomerates.
Navigating Arts Funding Challenges in Edinburgh and Beyond
Alice and Lewis discuss the funding struggles of the Edinburgh Festivals, government support, and the impact of corporate activism.
AI's Power Consumption Surge and the Transformer Shortage Crisis
Explore the growing concerns over AI data centres' electricity spikes and the global transformer shortage with insights from Hitachi Energy.
Chocolate Giants and the EU Deforestation Law: A Delicate Balancing Act
Mondelez, Mars, and Hershey are pushing for delays in the EU deforestation law. Learn how political and economic pressures are shaping the future of chocolate.
Rachel Reeves: Resilience and Leadership in the Spotlight
Rachel Reeves, the UK Chancellor, shows her commitment and resilience after a public emotional moment during PMQs.
The Rise of European AI: Capital Flows and Startups
Explore how European AI funds are investing in US tech giants while fostering local innovation.
The Struggling Small Business Landscape in the UK
New data reveals one in five small businesses fear permanent closure, with rising costs and government policies creating significant challenges for the backbone of the UK economy.
NHS Workforce Challenges and APSCo's Recommendations
APSCo raises concerns about the NHS 10-year plan's approach to staffing and flexibility.