FirstFT: Chinese scientists call for tighter AI controls
Also in today’s newsletter, China says it is happy with a Xi-Biden meeting ‘in principle’ and Egypt opens Rafah crossing in Gaza
US real estate agents liable for $1.8bn over broker fees on home purchases
Lawsuit alleged that agencies conspired to force sellers to pay hefty commissions
MHI plans global defence sales push after Japan expands military budget
Military contractor says industry has failed to make inroads abroad to compete with US and Europe
Carlsberg CEO warns of weak sentiment and blasts Moscow for seizure of subsidiary
Revenue grows on increased beer prices but sales volumes tumble in Europe
China signals tighter Communist party control of finance sector
Closely watched conference in Beijing says risk prevention must be ‘eternal theme’ of financial work
Bankruptcy: grave-dancing bankers and lawyers gird for fee bonanza
PJT Partners rare deal adviser to show revenue growth in 2023
The economic consequences of the Israel-Hamas war
How the conflict unfolds will have implications for a global economy already battered by a series of shocks
AB InBev: buybacks are a stronger signal than advertising noise
Brewer shows it is adopting the sober attitude towards returns for which shareholders are thirsting
BP: troubled waters mask strong position in oil production
Despite third-quarter weakness, the group is well positioned to make the energy transition
Odey Asset Management to close after sexual assault allegations against founder
Crispin Odey has already been ousted from the business he founded in 1991