The Future of Twitch: Safety, Growth, and the Importance of Finding a Community

The biggest headlines for Twitch this year focused on the past. Last month, high-profile streamer Guy “Dr Disrespect” Beahm admitted that he was permanently banned from Twitch in 2020 after “messaging with an individual minor in 2017.” Following the reports, a former Twitch employee alleged that Beahm continued to send sexually explicit messages even after … Read more

Labor organizations must remain ‘laser-focused’ on achieving growth, say business groups

The new Labour government must remain “laser-focused” on seizing the positive signals in the UK economy and delivering growth, influential business groups have said. At Keir Starmer’s first press conference as prime minister on Saturday, he pledged to chair new “mission delivery boards” to “deliver change” and deliver on Labour’s election promises, including boosting economic … Read more

Prediction markets forecast new growth as US trader interest grows

Unlock Editor’s Digest for free Roula Khalaf, editor-in-chief of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. The growing interest of US financial institutions in contracts that allow people to bet on future events is fueling new growth in a market best known for the battle over regulation of the legality of betting … Read more

First real-time video of embryo growth could solve ‘mystery’ of human development

What do the early stages of pregnancy look like? Embryonic development has been studied extensively, but most of our knowledge about the earliest stages of a growing baby comes from stationary snapshots. However, understanding the dynamic processes that occur during these early stages can help us learn more about how congenital birth defects develop and … Read more

Five growth companies to watch as UK economic recovery continues

UK economy recovers from high inflation Getty Images In the midst of a long and often fraught general election campaign in the UK, it’s easy to overlook the latest economic news. But the latest data on the UK’s economic performance is encouraging. Figures just released by the Office for National Statistics show that GDP growth … Read more

Chinese ETF assets record ‘explosive’ growth

Stay up to date with free updates Simply register for the Listed funds myFT Digest — straight to your inbox. According to Morningstar research, the Chinese ETF industry has grown strongly in recent years, supported by record inflows into equity strategies and a decline in the adoption of active funds. The research firm’s latest China … Read more

Scientists discover a surprising link between ancient biology and limited human hair growth

This article was reviewed according to Science fact checked peer-reviewed publication trusted source proofread OK! MPC1 is expressed in the human hair follicle and MPC inhibition blocks cell cycle progression and disrupts the expression of hair follicle signaling pathway genes. A) MPC1 and PDK immunoreactivity in human hair follicles. CTS connective tissue sheath. DP – … Read more

Low investment is blocking UK growth, says think tank

15 minutes ago By means of Nick Edser, Charlotte Edwards, Business reporter Getty Images Investment levels in Britain are still among the worst among the world’s richest countries and unless this improves it is difficult to predict how the economy will grow, a think tank has said. The Institute for Public Policy Research (IPPR) said … Read more

Low investment is blocking UK growth, says think tank – BBC News

Image source, Getty Images Item information Author, Nick Edser Role, Business reporter, BBC News June 18, 2024 Updated 1 hour ago Investment levels in Britain are still among the worst among the world’s richest countries and unless this improves it is difficult to predict how the economy will grow, a think tank has said. The … Read more

Slowing demand growth and rising supply put global oil markets on course for a large surplus this decade – News – IEA

Oil markets are comfortably supplied until 2030, according to the IEA’s new medium-term outlook, although a relentless focus on energy security will remain crucial as powerful forces transform the sector Global oil demand growth is expected to slow in the coming years as energy transitions progress. At the same time, global oil production is expected … Read more