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Lloyds Banking Group bolsters AI capabilities by appointing Head of Responsible AI
Lloyds Banking Group has appointed Magdalena Lis as Head of Responsible Artificial Intelligence (AI), starting on Monday 3 February 2025.
Number of UK sectors with falling output increases
The number of UK sectors reporting falling output rose to 11 in December 2024, up from eight in November, and the highest number since September 2023, according to data from the latest Lloyds UK Sector Tracker.
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What’s next for fintech in 2025?
24 January 2025 | Kirsty Rutter
Kirsty Rutter, the Group's Fintech Investment Director, highlights the fintech trends to watch in 2025.
Farming our future
23 January 2025 | Charlie Nunn
Charlie Nunn meets our clients at Newlyns Farm, to talk about the part they play in their local community, the role sustainability plays in farming, and how they’re adapting to new challenges.
What can we expect from the UK housing market in 2025?
22 January 2025 | Andrew Asaam
Homes Director Andrew Asaam looks at what could impact the housing market this year, and why it's hard for younger adults to buy a home right now.
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Lloyds Banking Group is a leading UK-based financial services group. We provide a wide range of banking and financial services, focused primarily on retail and commercial customers.
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Lloyds Banking Group incorporates many household names including Lloyds Bank, Halifax, Bank of Scotland and Scottish Widows.
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Our combined history stretches back more than 300 years.
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