Deloitte’s in the news for its role in global consulting amid rising AI use and recent financial investigations—biggest firm worldwide, London-based.
The RFU has approved a major overhaul of English rugby's league structure, replacing automatic promotion and relegation with a criteria-based expansion and demotion model. The Premiership will expand to 12 teams by 2030, with potential new franchises and a staged growth plan, aiming to boost financial sustainability and global competitiveness.
Dubai's financial district experienced a minor incident after debris from an interception caused smoke and damage. Iran has threatened to target US and Israeli economic sites amid ongoing regional conflict, with recent drone and missile attacks on Gulf countries. Several firms have evacuated staff for safety.
A growing number of former consultants from top firms are leaving traditional careers to become content creators, leveraging their industry experience for financial gain and influence. Meanwhile, AI is reshaping consulting firms' strategies, with PwC emphasizing automation and new pricing models. Both trends reflect significant shifts in the industry landscape.
The UK economy is shifting toward a flatline in the second and third quarters due to rising energy costs and supply chain disruptions, with forecasts indicating a slowdown and increased unemployment, driven by geopolitical tensions and energy price hikes.
Deloitte and Zoom have shortened paid parental leave for some staff, signaling broader shifts in corporate benefits as the labor market tightens. While advocates highlight societal gains from leave, critics warn of potential productivity losses and reputational risks for companies amid a weaker hiring environment.