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News · 1 June 2026

Oldham council leader quits after toxic politics

Oldham council leader quits after toxic politics

The Financial Conduct Authority has partnered with Palantir, leveraging AI to combat financial crime, move that has raised concerns among critics regarding potential access to confidential UK data by Trump administration. The American technology corporation, whose establishment involved Peter Thiel, a vocal supporter of Trump, is currently undertaking a 12-week pilot program to evaluate fraud reports, consumer grievances, and social media communications. A Member of Parliament raised concerns that American legislation could compel Palantir to transfer data to US authorities.

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