Category: Policy

BusinessPolicyTrade

UK Set to End Tax Advantage for Online Retailers in Budget Overhaul

The UK Treasury is preparing to eliminate a tax loophole that has given overseas retailers including Shein and Temu significant pricing advantages over British high street chains. According to reports, the change could generate up to £600 million annually in additional revenue while level the playing field for domestic retailers.

Budget Move Targets Import Duty Disparity

The Treasury is reportedly preparing to close a significant tax loophole that has allowed overseas online retailers to avoid import duties on small packages, according to government sources familiar with the matter. Chancellor Rachel Reeves is said to be targeting the measure as part of her November 26 Budget announcement as she seeks to strengthen public finances.

by Elisa Romero
EnergyGovernmentPolicy

US Opens Weapons-Grade Plutonium Stockpile to Energy Firms in Bid to Counter Russian Uranium Dominance

In a strategic move to reduce dependence on Russian uranium, the US government is offering energy companies access to Cold War-era plutonium stockpiles. The initiative aims to accelerate development of advanced nuclear reactors amid growing electricity demands from AI data centers.

Breaking Russia’s Uranium Stranglehold

The United States is taking unprecedented steps to weaken Russia’s dominance in nuclear fuel supplies by offering energy companies access to weapons-grade plutonium from Cold War-era stockpiles, according to reports from the Financial Times. The Department of Energy has published an application process that would allow nuclear energy groups to request up to 19 megatonnes of the government’s plutonium reserves.

by Nathan Cole
GamingPolicySecurity

Florida Attorney General Launches Criminal Probe Into Roblox Over Child Safety Concerns

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has launched a criminal investigation into Roblox Corporation, alleging the popular gaming platform serves as a “breeding ground” for predators targeting children. The probe follows multiple lawsuits and reports detailing child safety issues on the platform where nearly 40% of users are under 13.

Florida Investigation Targets Roblox Safety Practices

Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier has initiated a criminal investigation into Roblox Corporation, alleging the popular online gaming platform has become a “breeding ground” for predators targeting children, according to official statements from his office. The investigation centers on whether the company’s actions or failures to act have enabled child abuse on its platform.

by Elisa Romero
MiningPolicyTrade

US and Australia Forge $8.5 Billion Critical Minerals Partnership to Counter China’s Dominance

The United States and Australia have signed an $8.5 billion critical minerals agreement aimed at reducing Western dependence on Chinese supplies. The partnership comes as Beijing tightens export controls on rare earth materials essential for defense and technology.

Landmark Minerals Agreement Signed

President Donald Trump and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese have finalized what they describe as an $8.5 billion critical minerals deal at the White House, according to reports. The agreement positions Australia’s abundant rare earth resources as a strategic alternative to Chinese supplies at a time when Beijing is imposing stricter export controls.

by Nathan Cole