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A Reuters investigation claims to have identified Banksy as Robin Gunningham (who later used the name David Jones), reigniting decades of speculation about the anonymous street artist’s true identity. The article traces his Bristol origins, rise to global fame, notable stunts like Dismaland and the 2018 Girl with Balloon shredding, and notes several names linked to Banksy, though fans argue anonymity remains central to the brand.
Reuters' long investigation claims Banksy is Robin Gunningham, now using the name David Jones, and ties him to Massive Attack’s Robert Del Naja; it points to a 2000 NYPD arrest record and a 2022 Ukraine-related trail as supporting clues, but admits there is no smoking gun and notes that Banksy’s lawyers dispute key details, leaving the question of his true identity unresolved and suggesting the global persona may mask an ordinary Bristol man.
Reuters reports that Banksy is likely Robin Gunningham, who may now go by David Jones; clues include a 2000 NYC arrest, Banksy’s 2022 Ukraine appearances, and a passport birthdate matching Gunningham, with Banksy’s team urging Reuters to withhold details on privacy and safety concerns.
Meta is reportedly planning to cut up to 20% of its staff in upcoming layoffs, per Reuters, with no final date or headcount disclosed. End-2025 figures placed Meta’s headcount at about 78,865 and quarterly revenue near $60 billion (over $200 billion for the year). Meta called Reuters’ report speculative, noting previous reductions (roughly 1,000 in Reality Labs and about 5% earlier) and ongoing AI investments in startups like Moltbook and Manus.
Banksy’s lawyer refutes Reuters’ report naming the street artist as Robin Gunningham (David Jones), stressing that Banksy’s anonymity is crucial to free expression and protection from threats; Pest Control declined to comment and a former manager suggested the identity claim is unfounded.
Reuters reports it has traced Banksy’s identity to Robin Gunningham, who allegedly changed his name to David Jones, arguing he is the elusive graffiti artist behind the U.K.’s most famed politically charged murals. The investigation cites a Ukraine trip, photos with locals, a 2000 New York arrest with a handwritten confession, and other leads, while Banksy’s lawyers dispute the claims as privacy-invasive. The piece underscores the ongoing debate over Banksy’s anonymity and cultural impact.
The Ethiopian Media Authority declined to renew accreditation for three Reuters journalists in Addis Ababa and revoked Reuters' accreditation to cover the 39th African Union summit, following a Reuters investigation about a secret camp in Sudan; Reuters says it will continue reporting on Ethiopia in line with its Trust Principles.
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang denied rumors that he’s unhappy with OpenAI and reiterated Nvidia’s plan to invest heavily in OpenAI, potentially the largest investment the company has ever made; despite Reuters reports that the deal might falter, Huang called the unhappiness claim nonsense and said OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is closing the round with Nvidia involved, following Nvidia’s pledge to invest up to $100 billion.
Amazon is reportedly planning up to 14,000 layoffs nationwide, with more than 2,000 in Washington this month as part of a broader workforce reduction; potential cuts span AWS, retail, and Prime Video, and Amazon has not publicly commented yet.
A Reuters article about Tajikistan discussing Russian assistance to guard its Afghan border has been withdrawn due to insufficient evidence after a review.
Reuters removed a video showing Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin discussing immortality during a parade after China’s state broadcaster demanded its removal, citing misrepresentation and copyright issues, raising concerns about press freedom and censorship.
The article reports that IDF mistakenly identified a camera at Gaza's Nasser Hospital as belonging to Hamas, which was thought to be used by Hamas militants, but it was actually owned by a Reuters reporter, highlighting the complexities and misunderstandings in the ongoing conflict.
Reuters withdrew a video showing Putin and Xi discussing human immortality after China's legal objections, citing misuse of footage and editorial issues, while affirming its commitment to accurate journalism amidst geopolitical tensions and military displays.
Reuters will not publish a foreign exchange report during U.S. hours on Monday, May 27, due to a public holiday. Reports will resume in Asian trading hours on Tuesday, May 28.
The 2024 World Press Photo of the Year Award was given to a poignant image captured by Palestinian Reuters photographer Mohammed Salem, depicting a grieving woman in Gaza cradling the body of her 5-year-old niece in a morgue. The photograph, taken amidst the aftermath of Israeli airstrikes, aims to raise awareness of the human impact of war, particularly on children, and highlights the emotional turmoil experienced by families in conflict zones.