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Unveiling the Future: Meet the Top 10 Youngest Billionaires of 2026 and Their Incredible Journeys to Wealth

From innovative tech disruptors to savvy entrepreneurs, the youngest billionaires of 2026 are rewriting the rules of wealth creation. Discover their staggering success stories and the surprising paths they took to achieve billionaire status before the age of 30.

After EU tariff relief, Trump threatens new tariffs over Google's $1Bn fine

President Donald Trump has threatened the European Union with new substantial tariffs. This action follows the EU's imposition of a one billion dollar fine on Google. The EU executive branch stated Google violated the Digital Markets Act rules. This fine was for self-preferencing its own services and steering consumers. The United States views these EU actions as detrimental to American companies.

Google expands in Miami after Page & Brin's $225m Florida homes; leased space quadruples

The TOI Tech Desk is a dedicated team of journalists committed to delivering the latest and most relevant news from the world of technology to readers of The Times of India. TOI Tech Desk’s news coverage spans a wide spectrum across gadget launches, gadget reviews, trends, in-depth analysis, exclusi...

Tasmac cracks down on liquor overcharging at retail shops; third MRP violation to lead to dismissal

CHENNAI: Going harder on overcharging liquor buyers beyond the maximum retail price (MRP), the Tamil Nadu State Marketing Corporation (TASMAC) has revised its penal action to dismiss personnel at retail vending shops if they are caught violating the MRP norms for a third time.

SK chairman Chey Tae-won ordered to pay ex-wife $644m in divorce case

A South Korean appeals court on Friday ordered SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won to pay his former wife, Roh Soh-yeong, 944 billion won (about $644 million) in cash as part of their long-running divorce property settlement, while reaffirming that Chey's SK shares formed part of the couple's marital assets.

Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companies

Trump vows to investigate EU over fining of US tech companiesImage source, ReutersImage caption, US President Donald Trump has taken issue with European regulators in the past.ByKali HaysTechnology reporterPublished4 minutes agoDonald Trump says the US will launch an investigation into the European Union and threatened a fresh tariff over fines handed to some of the biggest American tech companies. It comes days after the European Commission fined Google €890m ($1bn) for operating in a way that...

US updates list of H-1B debarred/disqualified companies; here's what this means

The US Department of Labor has updated its list of H-1B visa program violators. Four companies are now temporarily barred from filing H-1B petitions. GowraTech, LLC and Renotek Group LLC face debarment until 2027. Seeloz, Inc. and Sherwood Academy are barred until 2028. This action affects employers found to be willful violators of program rules.

'US not piggybank for Europe': Trump to impose tariffs on EU for fining Google

US President Donald Trump on Friday threatened to impose tariffs on the European Union and launch a probe after accusing the bloc of unfairly targeting American technology companies through heavy antitrust fines.

‘Extremely disappointing’: US trade partners respond to Trump’s new tariffs

Countries question Trump administration's latest round of tariffs, which relate to forced labour claims.

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Australian households face prospect of interest rate hike and petrol prices rising above $2 a litre

Economists’ warning comes as escalating Middle East crisis pushes global crude oil back above $US100 a barrelGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastAustralian households face the prospect of a Reserve Bank interest rate hike and petrol prices above $2 a litre over the coming weeks, economists warn, as the escalating Middle East crisis pushes global crude back above $US100 a barrel.Financial markets now see an even chance the RBA board will deliver a fourth cash rate increase...

Volkswagen CFO says ‘too many layers, too many entities’ as carmaker doubles job-cut target

Volkswagen's second-quarter operating profit fell nearly 10% to 3.5 billion euros, missing estimates, as the carmaker scrapped its 2026 revenue growth forecast. CFO Arno Antlitz called the roughly 4% margin a wake-up call demanding a second restructuring. China sales dropped over 31% in the first half. VW is weighing up to 100,000 job cuts, with four German plants still lacking confirmed use cases beyond 2030.

Faisal Islam: The UK's Trump trade deal no longer looks world-beating

Faisal Islam: The UK's Trump trade deal no longer looks world-beatingImage source, Getty ImagesByFaisal IslamEconomics editorPublished1 minute agoIt has been a long road for President Trump as he looks for a justification to erect a tariff wall around the US, including against key allies.From the opioid crisis to illegal migration, then the need to bring manufacturing back to America's shores, the list goes on.Through Trump's second term, there has been a new justification every month for the tr...

Malibu homes survived wildfires, but owners still cut prices by up to $7m

Malibu's luxury homes are struggling to sell after recent wildfires. Buyers now prioritize safety and insurance over prime locations. Sellers are reducing prices by millions to attract cautious buyers. Rising insurance premiums and climate risks weigh heavily on the market. Malibu remains desirable, but resilience is now a key selling point.

105 million sq ft and counting: GCCs drive 37% of India's office leasing since 2022

Global capability centres are significantly reshaping India's office market. Foreign companies leased nearly 105 million sq ft of premium office space since 2022. This leasing activity represents a substantial portion of overall office transactions nationwide. India's appeal as a destination for these centres continues to grow. Future demand for office space is expected to remain strong due to GCC expansion.

New figures show costs rising for Jersey pensioners

New figures show costs rising for Jersey pensionersImage source, Getty ImagesImage caption, Statistics Jersey said the higher rate was driven in part by heating oil and other fuels increasingByJake WallaceChannel IslandsPublishedJust nowCosts for pensioners in Jersey are rising, according to latest figures.A report by Statistics Jersey, external found inflation for pensioner households had reached 4.7%, according to the latest Retail Prices Index.This is up from 3.8% in June 2025 and above the i...

BHAVYA Rasayan scheme: Cabinet approves Rs 3,030 crore for three chemical parks

The Union cabinet approved a new Rs 3,030-crore scheme for three dedicated chemical parks. This initiative aims to strengthen India's chemicals sector with world-class infrastructure. The Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan scheme will be implemented over five years. The Centre will provide up to Rs 1,000 crore grant for each park. This plan seeks to boost manufacturing, attract investments, and create jobs.

Sensex down 900 points, Nifty50 ends below 23,800: Why stock market crashed today

Indian stock markets closed lower for a fifth consecutive session on Friday. Rising oil prices and Middle East tensions fueled investor caution and market pressure. Foreign institutional investors continued their selling trend, impacting market sentiment negatively. Renewed concerns over US trade tariffs also contributed to the overall market decline. Selling in heavyweight stocks like Infosys and HDFC Bank added to the day's losses.

Oil surges to $100 per barrel. And, Trump imposes a new round of tariffs

Oil surged to $100 per barrel after Iran-backed Houthi rebels attacked two Saudi tankers in the Red Sea. And, President Trump overnight replaced expiring tariffs with a slew of new ones.(Image credit: Kevin Dietsch)

India's fertiliser game plan: 32 lakh tonnes imported in Q1; strengthened supply chains

India imported over 32 lakh tonnes of key fertilizers during the first quarter. Domestic production of fertilizers reached 115.72 lakh tonnes in the same period. The government is diversifying import sources to mitigate supply chain risks. Long-term agreements are being finalized with overseas suppliers for fertilizer security. India is sourcing water-soluble fertilizers from multiple countries to offset shortfalls.