Paris court rules against TotalEnergies in greenwashing case. The court found TotalEnergies' sustainability claims misleading, ordering their removal from its website. The ruling, following a lawsuit by Greenpeace France and others, marks a first against an oil major's net-zero narrative....

Mirova achieves €1.2 billion in commitments for MET6 fund. The investment manager aims to reach €2 billion by 2025, focusing on energy transition infrastructure across OECD countries, with significant investments already deployed and a robust pipeline of opportunities....

The UK’s tech ambition demands more than innovation. It must be secure by design. Sabeen Malik, VP of Global Government Affairs and Public Policy at Rapid7, argues that voluntary security codes will not deliver the resilience Britain needs. True progress depends on mandatory, measurable frameworks developed through meaningful public–private collaboration.

Anthesis appoints Dr. Matthew Bell as new Group CEO. Anthesis, a sustainability advisory firm, has named Dr. Matthew Bell as its Group Chief Executive Officer, succeeding Stuart McLachlan. Bell's appointment aims to enhance the company's global sustainability strategy....

Jaguar Land Rover cyber attack causes £1.9 billion impact. The Cyber Monitoring Centre classified it as a Category 3 systemic event, affecting over 5,000 UK organisations. The attack led to significant production halts, highlighting vulnerabilities in digital supply chains....

European Parliament rejects compromise on EU sustainability regulations. The vote on the EU Commission’s Omnibus I proposal was narrowly defeated, sending it back for further negotiation. This outcome increases uncertainty for businesses as lawmakers remain divided over the extent of regulatory reductions....

BNP Paribas launches fund targeting sustainable environmental infrastructure projects. The BNPP Environmental Infrastructure Income Fund aims to capitalise on investments in key sectors like power, water, and transport, focusing on Europe and the US to enhance infrastructure resilience....

Electra forms new agreements to reduce steel carbon footprint. Colorado-based Electra's innovative low-temperature iron refining process will aid global steel companies and Meta in cutting emissions, supported by new funding and strategic partnerships....

Apple faces a new antitrust complaint in Brussels. Filed by civil rights groups, the complaint alleges Apple's App Store rules breach the EU's Digital Markets Act, potentially worsening regulatory issues for the tech giant.

Technology should serve humanity, not consume it. That’s the conviction driving Chris Kaspar, founder of Wisephone and Sage Mobile, whose “intentional technology” movement seeks to heal digital dependence. From rejecting multimillion-dollar deals to redesigning devices for peace of mind, Kaspar is proving ethics and innovation can coexist.

OpenAI has launched ChatGPT Atlas, a Chromium-based browser that embeds its conversational AI directly into web navigation. Featuring ‘chat with the page’ and an early Agent Mode, the launch positions OpenAI to challenge Google Chrome and redefine the user’s gateway to the web.

A new psychometric tool measures behavioural risk in leadership teams. Behavioural Risk Index applies psychology and data science to identify how collective decision-making traits influence resilience, performance, and organisational outcomes.

Airbus and Cathay Group partner to scale sustainable aviation fuel. The partnership involves a $70 million investment to boost SAF production in Asia and globally, aiming to reduce aviation emissions. Airbus and Cathay will identify projects with commercial potential to increase SAF availability....

India and the United States are nearing a major trade deal. The agreement, first reported by Mint, would cut U.S. tariffs on Indian exports from about 50% to between 15% and 16% — the most substantial adjustment to trade terms between the two countries in more than a decade.

Sixty per cent of security leaders see supply chain risks as unmanageable. A new IO study reveals that confidence in cybersecurity response far exceeds real-world resilience, as 61 per cent of organisations suffered third-party breaches in the past year, driving financial losses and customer disruption across the board.

A new report quantifies Jaguar Land Rover’s cyber losses. The attack’s £1.9 billion economic cost reflects six weeks of halted production and supply-chain disruption across more than 5,000 UK businesses, prompting emergency government support and redefining the financial scale of industrial cyber risk in Britain.

AI safety platform RAIDS AI has opened its beta phase to new users. The launch follows a pilot focused on real-time detection of abnormal AI behaviour and comes as companies prepare for EU AI Act compliance.

JCB CEO warns against harmful tax increases in upcoming Budget. Graeme Macdonald expresses concern over potential tax hikes affecting inward investment and British business, joining growing number of business figures voicing concern ahead of November's budget.

UK inflation held at 3.8% for the third straight month. Annual consumer price inflation remained unchanged in September, according to the Office for National Statistics — extending a run of above-target readings that continues to test monetary and fiscal policy alike.

TotalEnergies and Colas renew partnership to decarbonise construction. The collaboration focuses on multi-energy solutions, electric charging infrastructure, and solar power facilities to reduce carbon emissions in the construction sector, supporting TotalEnergies' and Colas’s decarbonisation goals by 2030....

Morrisons to close 103 UK outlets to streamline operations. Morrisons will close cafés, florists, pharmacies, and convenience stores to optimise operations amid rising costs and focus on core growth areas. Profit recovery noted, but challenges persist with energy, staffing, and regulatory expenses.

Allica Bank acquires fintech Kriya to boost SME lending capacity. The acquisition, announced on Wednesday, is Allica's third, following its purchase of Allied Irish Bank's SME portfolio and Tuscan Capital. Allica aims for £1bn in working capital finance.

GHG Protocol launches consultations on Scope 2 guidance updates. The initiative seeks to refine emission reporting methods for purchased electricity, enhancing accuracy and alignment with evolving energy systems. Consultations will remain open until 19 December....