N0S.Tech Market & Investing News Digest — April 29, 2026
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1. Oil price jumps to $115 after reports of ‘extended’ Iran blockade
The price of crude oil has swung sharply as uncertainty over the war in the Middle East continues.
2. Advert for £49 serum banned over ‘five years younger’ claim
Eucerin asked 160 people to use the serum for four weeks then say how much younger they thought they looked.
3. A fresh financial crisis may be coming - it won’t play out like the last one
Several warning lights are flashing that have some wondering whether we are in the foothills of another financial crisis.
4. Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.
5. United Arab Emirates to quit oil cartel Opec
The UAE’s decision, after nearly 60 years of membership, is seen as a potential death knell for the oil cartel.
6. Why Spotify has no button to filter out AI music
Music streamer Deezer allows users to filter out AI music, so why does Spotify not offer the same?
7. Faisal Islam: Why the UAE’s exit from Opec is a big deal
It will have little effect on the current oil blockades, but it could change everything afterwards.
8. Musk accuses Altman of stealing a charity as courtroom battle begins
The case over OpenAI’s history and public commitments could have major implications for the future of AI.
9. Flying cars and 5-minute charges: China’s EV industry sees opportunity in Iran crisis
As the US-Iran has sent the world scrambling for fuel, China is positioned to benefit from its rapid shift into electric vehicles.
10. Nostalgia wasn’t enough: What went wrong at Claire’s
Experts says Claire’s suffered from a perfect storm of issues which has spelled the end for the accessories chain.
11. BP profits more than double as Iran war sends oil prices higher
The energy giant said it had seen an “exceptional” performance at its oil trading business.
12. Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court
The battle between the AI big hitters has largely played out on social media. Now it is coming to the courtroom.
13. My tenant owes £15,000 in rent, but I can’t get them out of the property
Landlords tell BBC News why they fear new laws could make it harder to remove problematic tenants.
14. I had £20,000 stolen and had to fight a 13-month fraud reporting rule to get it back
Sarah has now got her money back but there are calls to reform the deadline for reporting scams to banks.
15. Airlines cutting fares to lure hesitant customers, says Wizz Air
Boss József Váradi says European firms want to boost flyers put off by fares inflated by jet fuel costs.
16. ‘Emergency handbrake’ needed on sickness benefits, Blair think tank says
The Tony Blair Institute says people with conditions like anxiety should get employment support instead of cash benefits.
17. Claire’s closes all 154 stores in UK and Ireland with loss of 1,300 jobs
All of the chain’s standalone stores have stopped trading in the UK and Ireland.
18. Prada launches Indian-made sandals after cultural appropriation backlash
Prada had faced backlash last year after it showcased similar designs at a fashion show without acknowledging their Indian roots.
19. Greggs removes cabinets in shoplifting hotspots
Greggs is removing display cabinets in London stores that have been most severely hit by shoplifters.
20. Superdry co-founder accused of raping woman
James Holder, 54, is accused of raping the woman after a night out in 2022, but denies the charges.
21. Oil prices rise as US-Iran peace talks stall
President Trump said the US had cancelled plans to send a team to Pakistan for negotiations.
22. Less bread and WFH Fridays – what Pret boss knows about our habits
Customers want great value but that doesn’t necessarily mean the cheapest products, says Pano Christou.
23. ‘I don’t want the children to see how worried we are’: UK family finances hit by Iran war
British families tell BBC Panorama how the Iran war is affecting their monthly budgets.
24. China blocks Meta’s $2bn acquisition of AI start-up Manus
It comes after months of scrutiny by Chinese regulators over deal struck with Facebook owner.
25. Higher prices could last for eight months after Iran war, minister says
Officials are monitoring stock levels and planning for any potential disruptions to the supply chain.
26. The Chinese sports brand taking on Nike and Adidas
Now one of the biggest sportswear firms, Anta’s rise follows a playbook adopted by many Chinese giants.
27. China car giant BYD says it can thrive without US
With the price of fuel rising China’s BYD says it is positioning itself to benefit from the global shift away from fossil fuels.
28. How climate change threatens the economic backbone of the Pacific
Tuna populations around the Pacific Islands could move away as ocean temperatures increase.
29. From scientist to silk farmer: India’s silk industry renewal
Silk production is an increasingly high-tech business in India.
30. How a pivot to hair accessories led to business success
Jenny Lennick’s colourful hair clips are sold across the US and around the world.
31. What the Warner Bros deal could mean for streaming, cinemas and news
If Paramount’s takeover of Warner Bros goes ahead it could significantly reshape Hollywood.
32. The ‘dumb machine’ promising a clean energy breakthrough
A stellarator is difficult to build, but could it be the best way to make fusion energy work?
33. Why your recycled clothes could end up in this South American desert
Old garments from around the world are being discarded in the South American country.
34. Could a digital twin make you into a ‘superworker’?
Firms say digital twins make staff more productive, but are they a potential legal minefield?
35. Back to books - Sweden’s schools cutting back on digital learning
Swedish classrooms swap laptops for books, pens and paper, raising concerns from the tech sector.
36. Quantum computing: A tech race Europe could win?
With some promising computing companies in the field, could Europe be a leader in quantum tech?
37. The Dutch village at risk of being demolished
Moerdijk has been earmarked for removal, to make way for a vast electricity substation.
38. ‘Every drop of water counts’: Fear for the future of Argentina’s glaciers
A controversial law to ease protections for the glaciers has passed, opening the doors for mining.
39. TV for dogs booms but are they watching?
TV channels for dogs are multiplying but research is mixed on whether dogs are watching.
40. The construction boss who built a new life after three years in prison
Traci Quinn, who was jailed for a drugs offence, has transformed herself and set up a successful firm.
41. Irish government announces further fuel supports after protests
The Irish government has announced further fuel supports for a number of sectors after nationwide protests in recent weeks.
42. Housing estate residents see energy bills frozen
Newcastle City Council hopes the move will offer Byker Wall homeowners “stability and certainty”.
43. Struggling families offered heating oil vouchers
People can apply for a £150 grant if they are running out of heating oil, a council says.
44. Nostalgia wasn’t enough: What went wrong at Claire’s
Experts says Claire’s suffered from a perfect storm of issues which has spelled the end for the accessories chain.
45. What the Renters’ Rights Act means for tenants and landlords
The biggest shake up of renting rules in England for 30 years affects millions of people.
46. Scammers are becoming ever more sophisticated - this is what the fightback looks like
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
47. The £5.30 orange juice that tells the story of why supermarket prices are sky high
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
48. Prepare for turbulence - how a prolonged Middle East conflict could reshape how we fly
The Gulf’s hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
49. Sir John Curtice: Why Labour’s Brexit focus has shifted from Leavers to Remainers
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
50. The real impact of roadworks on the country - and why they’re set to get worse
There is a fine balance between the benefits of improved infrastructure, versus the cost of disruption. Does the country have it right?
51. Why has the UAE left Opec - and why does this matter?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is quitting oil cartel Opec after nearly 60 years of membership.
52. What do shoppers think about the future of their high street?
Freshney Place is being renovated to include a new food hall and five-screen cinema.
53. Why Elon Musk and Sam Altman are fighting over OpenAI
Musk, who co-founded the company that created ChatGPT with Altman, wants more than $130bn in damages.
54. High street drug dealer sells cannabis to undercover reporter
Across the UK, shopfronts are being exploited by criminal gangs pushing illegal drugs, experts say.
55. Watch: BBC goes undercover at mini-mart selling drugs
BBC UK editor Ed Thomas confronts a shopkeeper secretly filmed selling cannabis and cocaine to one of our researchers.
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