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Central Asia has long been described through a familiar set of themes: commodity markets, construction, trade, and state-led modernization projects. That perspective still appears in outside publications, although the real picture has long been more complex. The region is changing, and this is especially evident in entrepreneurs whose interests noContinue Reading

The US EB-5 visa program remains a premier choice for high-net-worth individuals seeking a permanent move to America. This path allows families to obtain green cards by investing in the local economy and creating jobs. Recent legislative changes have made the process more predictable for those with significant capital. UnderstandingContinue Reading

Gone are the days when, to enjoy a creamy cappuccino, you had to pick out an outfit, smooth out your morning hair, convince a friend to join you, then head to your neighbourhood café and wait for the barista to whip it up for you. You can still do thatContinue Reading

Most small businesses don’t have the luxury of wasting budget. Every flyer, every print run, every campaign needs to work. And when something changes, which it usually does, the cost of updating materials can add up quickly. That’s where small, practical changes can make a difference. QR codes are oneContinue Reading

For a while, it felt like every product was becoming an “AI product,” with tools promising to replace entire workflows and radically transform how people work. That phase is gradually fading, and what is emerging in its place is less visible but significantly more practical. The market is becoming moreContinue Reading

Do you know how to hire international employees? If you’re looking to extend your company’s reach into global markets, hiring qualified candidates in other countries can help with that effort. But if you don’t have a local entity, you may be wondering if it’s possible to recruit applicants in placesContinue Reading

Octopus Investments is set to cut around a fifth of its workforce as it accelerates the adoption of artificial intelligence, in a move that reflects the rapid transformation underway across the asset management industry. The City-based firm, which manages close to £15 billion in assets, is understood to be placingContinue Reading

UK drivers are bracing for a sharp rise in fuel costs, with petrol prices expected to exceed £1.50 per litre for the first time in nearly two years as the fallout from the Middle East conflict continues to ripple through energy markets. According to RAC, the average price of petrolContinue Reading

The United States has warned that Sir Keir Starmer’s push to realign the UK more closely with European Union rules risks undermining transatlantic trade, in a rare public intervention that highlights growing tensions over Britain’s post-Brexit strategy. Warren Stephens said Washington views the UK government’s plan to reintroduce elements ofContinue Reading

Co-op Group has confirmed that chief executive Shirine Khoury-Haq will step down, following mounting pressure over workplace culture concerns and a difficult year marked by losses and a damaging cyberattack. Khoury-Haq, who has led the organisation since 2022 and spent seven years with the business, will be replaced on anContinue Reading