The FTSE 100 slipped on Thursday as escalating military conflict between the United States and Iran weighed heavily on investor sentiment across global markets. The index fell 0.37% by 07:25 GMT, extending
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MoreNew data shows London has reclaimed its position as Europe’s top technology hub, overtaking Paris following a sharp increase in artificial intelligence investment. Figures from Dealroom place London fourth globally in its
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