UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves hinted at a potential rise in employer national insurance contributions in the upcoming budget, as part of an effort to plug a £22bn ‘black hole’ in the economy. The move caused some to suggest the Labour Party could be breaking a manifesto promise to not raise taxes. Party leader Keir Starmer reinforced the message that fiscal responsibility was needed. Critics argue that such a tax hike would be a breach of the Labour Party’s manifesto.
LockBit ransomware group falls victim to hackers itself
A data leak has disclosed information about negotiations with victims, Bitcoin wallet addresses, affiliate accounts, and details of attacks.
