UK workers are hopeful about new opportunities and evolving work practices, but the rapid pace and scale of change are proving challenging, according to PwC's Hopes and Fears Survey. Embracing GenAI The survey, which included over 56,600 workers globally and 2,000 in the UK, reveals that workers see the potential...

Shareholder support for the reappointment of SoftBank Group Chief Executive Masayoshi Son has dropped significantly, from 95.93% last year to 79.22%, according to a stock market filing on Tuesday. This decline follows a recommendation from proxy advisor Institutional Shareholder Services (ISS) against Son's reappointment. ISS Recommendation and Reasons ISS opposed...

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) has extended the contract of CEO Bill Kramer, ensuring his leadership through July 2028. Kramer, who assumed the role in June 2022 following Dawn Hudson's departure, had his contract renewed ahead of its original 2025 expiration date. In his extended tenure,...

Tea brand Chagee has appointed Lawrence Wen as its new Chief Executive Officer in Singapore, according to a LinkedIn post by Wen. "With more than 5,000 stores globally, I am excited to reintroduce Chagee's modern tea beverages to Singapore with a new retail design," Wen announced. Expansion Plans and New...

A new survey by PwC, involving over 56,000 workers across 50 countries, reveals that employees are prioritizing long-term skills growth to advance their careers despite increasing workloads and workplace changes. Key findings from PwC's 2024 Global Workforce Hopes & Fears Survey indicate that 45% of workers have experienced rising workloads...

Delta Air Lines has once again demonstrated its industry leadership by winning two prestigious Skytrax World Airline Awards: Best Airline in North America and Best Airline Staff. This marks the fourth consecutive year Delta has claimed the title of Best Airline in North America and the third consecutive year for...

Prabdev Singh, CEO of J.P. Morgan Chase Bank India, has stepped down from his role, leaving the bank approximately halfway through his three-year term. Singh, who received regulatory approval for his position in January 2023, has been with J.P. Morgan since 2010 and took over as CEO of the bank's...

Sophos has named Joe Levy as its new Chief Executive Officer. Levy, who has been serving as the interim CEO since February 15, brings nearly 30 years of experience in cybersecurity innovation and leadership to his new role. Alongside Levy's appointment, Sophos has also introduced Jim Dildine as the new...

A recent study by the Hospitality Women's Innovation Council (WIC), comprising hotel brand executives, managers, and innovators, reveals a significant gap in the current hotel technology landscape. Only 20% of hotel professionals feel that their existing tech infrastructure is adequate for achieving efficiency, cost savings, and providing optimal guest care....