European PropTech startups are tackling real estate finance from multiple angles. They’re making property investment accessible through fractional ownership while helping people unlock home equity and rental income.
O2 faces government backlash after announcing mobile bill increases that exceed what customers were told when signing contracts. Technology Secretary Liz Kendall has demanded Ofcom urgently review consumer protections in the telecom market, calling the price hike “disappointing.”
Catherine Dargan has spent 25 years building one of the premier M&A practices in the legal world. She recently led Novartis’ $12 billion acquisition of Avidity Biosciences and works with clients ranging from Merck to gaming companies. Her secret? Being nimble, knowledgeable, and indispensable in an
The world’s first gigawatt-scale renewable project that operates 24/7 just broke ground in Abu Dhabi. It pairs 1 gigawatt of solar with 19 gigawatt-hours of battery storage to provide continuous power, directly challenging the notion that renewables can’t handle AI’s massive energy demands.
Apollo’s Athene insurance unit generated $871 million in spread profits last quarter, the highest in two years. The investment giant originated $75 billion in new loans, showing its lending engine remains in high gear despite market worries.
The UBS chairman’s warning about insurance industry practices reveals disturbing parallels to the 2008 financial crisis. Private credit’s rapid growth and opaque ratings could trigger the next systemic collapse.
Fire safety company Kidde is exploring augmented reality to create immersive training experiences. While the technology shows promise for improving retention, significant hurdles remain before AR becomes a practical household safety solution.
Rubio Impact Ventures has secured over €70 million for its third impact fund, backed by major institutional investors. This signals growing confidence in impact-tied investment models across European venture capital.
A cross-party parliamentary committee has issued a stark warning about the UK’s space ambitions. Despite early leadership in key sectors, the nation risks being left behind without immediate strategic action and funding commitments.
Researchers have successfully 3D printed viable muscle tissue during parabolic flights simulating zero gravity. This breakthrough could transform how we study diseases and test drugs in space environments, offering unprecedented precision in tissue engineering.
