BCLC Needs Targeted Action Against Rising Problem Gambling Summary Internal B.C. Lottery Corporation (BCLC) research obtained via Freedom of Information shows problem gambling is rising in British Columbia, with online sports bettors identified as a “higher-risk group”. The Ipsos July 2024 study highlighted increasing vulnerability among younger bettors and recommended targeted interventions, especially around major […]
Exclusive: Multiple UK gambling charities on brink of collapse amid statutory levy disarray Summary Sources in the gambling harms sector tell NEXT.io that multiple UK gambling charities are close to insolvency despite the statutory levy for research, education and treatment having already been collected from operators. The rollout of the new statutory levy system is […]
Macau makes unprecedented personnel changes as Wong Sio Chak promoted and André Cheong named Legislative Assembly member Summary The Macao SAR Government announced a surprise reshuffle: Wong Sio Chak, who served ten years as Secretary for Security, has been promoted to Secretary for Administration and Justice. André Cheong, the outgoing Secretary for Administration and Justice, […]
The Brain as the Next Tech Battleground: Billionaire Investments in Brain-Computer Interfaces (BCIs) Summary This piece examines why billionaires such as Elon Musk, Sam Altman and investors including Peter Thiel are pouring capital into brain-computer interfaces (BCIs). It outlines the different technical approaches — Neuralink’s invasive implants versus Merge Labs’ reported non-invasive focus — and […]
The Washington Post to Blue Origin: How Jeff Bezos Wields His Fortune Summary Jeff Bezos, with an estimated net worth of $242 billion, exemplifies how modern mega-wealth is built and used. This piece outlines five clear ways he converts capital into influence and industry: a modest official salary but enormous equity, eye-watering per-second earnings, the […]
Understanding your OT environment: the first step to stronger cyber security Summary Operational technology (OT) runs critical services — power, water, manufacturing and other national infrastructure. The NCSC has published guidance to help organisations build and maintain a “definitive record” of their OT environment: an accurate, living view of assets, connectivity, architecture, suppliers and business […]
US Ends Sanctions Waiver for Chabahar Port: India Grapples with $370 Million Investment and Strategic Crossroads Summary As of 29 September 2025 the United States has revoked a seven-year sanctions waiver for Iran’s Chabahar Port, removing legal protection for entities involved in the port’s development, operation or use. The move — announced under the Iran […]
Why HR must do more to support carers of people with cancer Summary One in nine employees is juggling paid work with caring for someone with cancer, and an estimated 1.5 million people in the UK are in this position. Carers face unpredictable appointments, disrupted sleep, extra household tasks, emotional strain and financial pressure — […]
BCLC Needs Targeted Action Against Rising Problem Gambling Summary A new internal report obtained under freedom of information reveals problem gambling is rising in British Columbia, with online sports bettors identified as a particularly high‑risk group. The Ipsos July 2024 research shows worrying shifts in behaviour and beliefs among bettors — more secrecy about losses, […]
South Korea expects 1M more Chinese visitors via new visa-free policy Summary South Korea introduced a temporary visa-free scheme on 29 September 2025 allowing Chinese tour groups of three or more, organised by government-designated travel agencies, to enter visa-free for up to 15 days. The programme runs until 30 June 2026, and authorities expect it […]
