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WTO lifts 2026 goods trade forecast to 3.9% on AI demand

World and economy
The WTO raised its 2026 world goods trade growth forecast to 3.9% from 1.9% on 8 October 2026, but cut services to 3.3% because of the Middle East conflict.
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Global startup funding hits $159bn in Q3 as AI takes 64%

Money and markets
Startups raised $159 billion worldwide in Q3 2026, down 25% on Q2, with AI taking 64% and a record 27 rounds of $1 billion or more, Crunchbase data shows.
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US curbs solar imports ahead of polysilicon tariffs on 4 December

World and economy
A US anti-stockpiling rule has limited solar and polysilicon imports since 22 September 2026, before a 15% tariff and price floors start on 4 December.
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Bank of England holds at 3.75% as three members vote to hike

Money and markets
The Bank of England kept Bank Rate at 3.75% on 17 September 2026 in a 6-3 vote, with three members backing a rise as energy costs push UK inflation higher.
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Fed raises rates to 3.75%-4% in first hike since 2023

Money and markets
The US Federal Reserve raised rates by a quarter point to 3.75%-4% on 16 September 2026, and its minutes show most officials expect another rise by year end.
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EU Cyber Resilience Act reporting duties start for product makers

Policy and regulation
Since 11 September 2026, makers of software and connected devices sold in the EU must report exploited flaws and severe incidents under a new EU cyber law.
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Git and code ownership: make sure you own your code

Developer guides
Code ownership in plain English: how Git works, why the repository must sit in your account, what contracts must say and what a proper handover includes.
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A modern web stack for small teams in 2026, explained

Developer guides
A modern web stack for small teams, layer by layer: interface, server logic, database, login, outside services, hosting and monitoring, in plain English.
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SDG 2 for business: practical steps towards zero hunger

Goal 2: Zero hunger
Practical SDG 2 business steps for food firms: measure and cut waste, donate safe surplus, buy fairly from small farmers and feed staff well.
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