Pound rises on Brexit optimism
Sterling and Asian markets both moved higher today ahead of a post-Brexit trade announcement. As speculation grew that a deal is imminent, the pound gained against the US dollar, rising slightly above $1.35. Japan’s Nikkei gained in early trade while markets in Australia, South Korea and Singapore also enjoyed rises. The euro also strengthened against the dollar, rising by 0.1% to $1.22025, adding to a 0.2% gain overnight.
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‘Deepfake’ Queen to give C4 message
Channel 4’s alternative Christmas message will be delivered by a “deepfake” version of the Queen. The broadcaster said the intention was to give a “stark warning” about fake news in the digital age. Deepfake technology can be used to create convincing yet entirely fictional video content. Buckingham Palace told the BBC it had no comment on the planned broadcast.
Over 100 killed in Ethiopia by gunmen in dawn attack
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Gunmen Kill More Than 100 People In Western Ethiopia: Rights Body
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