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Mon, 18 May 2026 19:18:58 GMT
Jurors spent weeks hearing about Musk's claim that Altman had "stolen a charity."
Mon, 18 May 2026 19:24:05 GMT
Musk's loss against OpenAI is the latest in a string of courtroom defeats.
Mon, 18 May 2026 20:20:29 GMT
Energy markets have been on a wild ride as the key Strait of Hormuz waterway remains effectively closed.
Mon, 18 May 2026 18:58:33 GMT
The videogame firm says the increase is due to "ongoing market conditions"
Mon, 18 May 2026 13:04:20 GMT
Growth has been upgraded from 0.8% to 1% for 2026 in the influential body's latest forecast.
Mon, 18 May 2026 07:25:14 GMT
The internet giant dwarfs other online retailers on both sides of the Atlantic.
Mon, 18 May 2026 15:16:00 GMT
The reaction underscores a growing anxiety among students over AI's impact on jobs and their future careers.
Mon, 18 May 2026 14:50:27 GMT
The company has announced plans to build seven new models in Europe including a small electric hatchback.
Mon, 18 May 2026 10:07:56 GMT
A new reviews confirms the high-speed rail line's "original sins" include a technical design, changing political priorities and ballooning costs.
Mon, 18 May 2026 14:25:14 GMT
The Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union calls off a series of 24-hour strikes starting on Tuesday.
Mon, 18 May 2026 15:39:04 GMT
A watch range by Swatch and Audemars Piguet is causing a frenzy as people queue for days to get their hands on one.
Sat, 16 May 2026 23:27:55 GMT
The government is cracking down on third parties who use bots to buy tests and resell them at inflated prices.
Mon, 18 May 2026 09:33:53 GMT
Paddy Rodgers said the Observatory's rich history showed the power of human knowledge and the need to avoid "dependence" on AI.
Fri, 15 May 2026 23:44:32 GMT
John Hammond is one of 30 parents who told BBC Your Voice they'd experienced problems with the CMS.
Sun, 17 May 2026 14:35:24 GMT
The launch of a new £335 pocket watch has drawn criticism after queues of shoppers built up again.
Fri, 15 May 2026 17:49:05 GMT
The regulator say the energy supplier breached licence conditions aimed at protecting customers in vulnerable situations.
Fri, 15 May 2026 14:58:36 GMT
The list is based off the paper's estimates of the minimum wealth of Britain’s 350 richest people or families.
Fri, 15 May 2026 14:08:28 GMT
The aviation watchdog is considering new rules for Heathrow ahead of its possible expansion.
Fri, 15 May 2026 12:57:30 GMT
Ofcom said the commitments were of particular importance after recent crimes targeting Jewish communities in the UK.
Fri, 15 May 2026 21:50:14 GMT
There were plenty of choreographed ceremonies but no trade breakthroughs after the two-day visit.
Fri, 15 May 2026 19:30:01 GMT
Analysts say the moves have been fuelled by concerns a Burnham-led government would increase government borrowing.
Fri, 15 May 2026 05:03:31 GMT
As the jury deliberates, this is what we found out during the weeks-long trial with two tech titans at its heart.
Fri, 15 May 2026 05:01:55 GMT
An industry body survey found hotels in World Cup host cities see the tournament as a "non-event".
Thu, 14 May 2026 23:01:20 GMT
Eben Upton warns against claims that Artificial Intelligence will destroy vast numbers of computing roles over the coming years.
Fri, 15 May 2026 06:41:19 GMT
The US securities regulator had accused the Adanis of paying bribes and misleading investors, which they denied.
Thu, 14 May 2026 23:49:30 GMT
Modi has urged Indians to save dollars as war and oil shocks strain the rupee and economy further this year.
Thu, 14 May 2026 13:08:42 GMT
The UK economy is showing resilience – it’s worth diving into the data in more detail to understand why.
Mon, 18 May 2026 05:18:57 GMT
One director, who has just bought 2,000 panels, hopes to safeguard the company's future bills.
Thu, 14 May 2026 23:03:16 GMT
It can take a decade to bring a new orchid to market, so breeders keep their hi-tech processes secret.
Wed, 13 May 2026 05:01:07 GMT
The biggest tech firms are set to sell millions of smart glasses despite growing privacy concerns.
Wed, 13 May 2026 23:08:37 GMT
The likes of Apple, Microsoft and Google are all putting cartoon characters centre stage.
Mon, 11 May 2026 23:23:48 GMT
Woodworking shops have been transformed by tech to make tools safer and more precise.
Sun, 10 May 2026 23:34:59 GMT
While hackers used to sneak into computer systems, intimidation of staff is now more common.
Sat, 09 May 2026 06:13:11 GMT
The city is responsible for 80% of the world's natural history TV shows.
Sat, 09 May 2026 08:28:23 GMT
Molecules that can capture heat could be a useful technology to decarbonise heating.
Wed, 06 May 2026 23:06:17 GMT
Commentators say it will take years or even decades to repair the damage.
Mon, 04 May 2026 23:43:28 GMT
Humanoid robots are being added to the automation of waste sorting.
Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:11:37 GMT
It's cheaper and faster to collect people's opinions using AI, but will it make polls more accurate?
Sun, 17 May 2026 09:49:11 GMT
"Dried apricots 12 months ago were £35 for a 12kg box, now they're £100 a box," says cheesemonger.
Sun, 17 May 2026 09:15:37 GMT
Northumberland journalist Kate Pasola says there is a need to break down socioeconomic barriers.
Sun, 17 May 2026 07:08:41 GMT
The BBC Politics London show asks three bodies which policies could improve Londoners' lives.
Fri, 15 May 2026 05:24:21 GMT
Ed Cullen says his mum had an unattended cremation which saved money but was "devastating" for him.
Thu, 14 May 2026 14:35:28 GMT
The BBC has heard concerns about poverty and cost of living from St Helier Central voters.
Sun, 03 May 2026 23:03:41 GMT
What impact might shortages have on our summer holidays - and what could be done about it?
Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:02:48 GMT
Scams have exploded over the last few years. Can countries and companies come together to turn the tables on the scammers?
Sat, 28 Mar 2026 06:30:45 GMT
Butter, chocolate, coffee and milk have all seen prices rocket. Tracing back through the story of one particular supermarket staple begins to explain why
Thu, 26 Mar 2026 00:41:16 GMT
The Gulf's hub airports made long-distance travel cheaper - but now their future looks unclear.
Fri, 20 Mar 2026 00:01:51 GMT
Will the pursuit of a closer relationship with the EU risk courting electoral disaster by alienating Brexit-backing voters?
Mon, 18 May 2026 16:48:03 GMT
Some shoppers have been trying to resell a new line of watches priced at £335 each for up to £16,000.
Fri, 15 May 2026 14:43:48 GMT
It's the jury's turn to deliberate in the showdown over OpenAI that has pitted two of the biggest names in tech against each other.
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Litigation boutique Emmerson Law is led by Simon Emmerson, who really understands the dynamics of litigation. The firm has notable experience handling claims arising from commercial contracts and economic torts.
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Commercial contracts and economic torts are the forte of litigation boutique Emmerson Law, which also 'punches above its weight' in regulatory work. 'Top-notch' managing director Simon Emmerson has 'a real feel for the dynamics of litigation' and routinely acts for defendants and claimants from a broad range of sectors, including energy, hospitality and software development. The firm receives a high number of inbound instructions from the US.
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The ‘very responsive, efficient, proactive and knowledgeable’ practice at Emmerson Law is run by ‘excellent’ sole practitioner Simon Emmerson. Emmerson acts for listed companies, SMEs and owner-managed businesses across a range of sectors including energy, electronics manufacturing, software development and motorsport.
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