Overview: What Are AI Agents? AI Agents Defined Let’s start with the basics. And yes, this is updated for 2025. You’re welcome. In simple terms, an AI agent is an autonomous software entity that observes its environment, processes data, and takes actions to achieve specific goals. Unlike static programs, AI agents operate in a continuous perception–decision–action […]
UK Wealth Tax: Why It’s Unlikely and Potentially Disastrous
Wealth Exodus After Recent Tax Changes Luxury Homes, Fewer Buyers: is there a wealth exodus? A row of multimillion-pound houses in London’s exclusive Chester Square sits on the market with price cuts, reflecting waning interest from the world’s wealthy elite. Is this a sign? Wealth advisers are apparently reporting that “footloose” super-rich individuals are losing interest […]
UK Economy Shrinks 0.1% in May: A Small Dip with Big Implications
Britain’s economy unexpectedly hit a small bump in May, shrinking by 0.1% according to the latest official data. That might sound like a trivial change, but it marks the second monthly contraction in a row and came as a surprise to analysts who had forecast a slight uptick. In simple terms, a GDP contraction means the country’s […]
How to Airbnb in France: The Ultimate Guide for UK Property Investors (2025)
Last Updated: July 2025 – Thinking of investing in short-term rentals (à la Airbnb) in France? You’re not alone. But be warned: France has tightened the screws on vacation rentals with new laws (notably the “loi Le Meur” of 19 November 2024) aimed at protecting the long-term housing market. The result is a patchwork of national rules and […]
The UK Housing Market in 2024: A New Record High
The UK housing market has once again made headlines, reaching record-breaking figures. In November 2024, the average house price climbed to a staggering £300,000, as reported by Halifax, marking a 1.3% rise compared to the previous month. While these numbers signify growth and demand, they also reflect underlying complexities within the market. In this blog […]
Trump’s Protectionist Revival: What It Means for Britain
As Donald Trump prepares to step back into the Oval Office, his recent NBC Meet the Press interview shed light on the policy agenda he plans to unleash in January. Promises of sweeping tariffs, mass deportations, and tax cuts have reignited debates over global economic stability, with potential implications stretching far beyond the United States. For Britain, […]