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Is Fifa allowed to make AI athletes? – video

Moving into 2026, the global sports industry is evolving and the lens through which it may be viewed is widening. The industry—inclusive of leagues, teams, federations, mega-events, media partners, investors, and more—i…

UK signals it may block payout to British Steel owner

The UK government has signalled it could limit or refuse compensation to the Chinese owner of British Steel as the company seeks reparation costs following a decision to nationalise the steelworks.

Why the economics make this the craziest World Cup ever

Football World Cups are rarely completely politics-free but never has the beautiful game navigated a geopolitical high-wire act of this kind. The main host is at war with a participant, whose team must commute in on mat…