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Victoria’s Secret temporarily took down its website and suspended some in-store services in the U.S. on Wednesday following a “security incident.”
Customers visiting the lingerie retailer’s site were met with a black screen displaying a message that read: “Valued customer, we identified and are taking steps to address a security incident. We have taken down our website and some in-store services as a precaution. Our team is working around the clock to fully restore operations. We appreciate your patience during this process. In the meantime, our Victoria’s Secret and PINK stores remain open and we look forward to serving you.”
A spokesperson for Victoria’s Secret told FOX Business that the company immediately activated its response protocols after identifying the incident. “Third-party experts are engaged, and we took down our website and some in-store services as a precaution,” the spokesperson said. “We are working to quickly and securely restore operations.”
Customers visiting the lingerie retailer’s site were met with a black screen Victoria's Secret
The company generated around $2 billion in digital sales in 2024, accounting for approximately one third of its total revenue.
Following the website outage, Victoria’s Secret’s shares fell nearly 7% on Wednesday.
At this time, the exact nature of the security incident remains unclear, and the company has not confirmed whether any customer data was compromised.
Victoria’s Secret has not disclosed if law enforcement agencies are involved in the investigation.
It is also unknown how long the website and services will remain offline as the company continues to address the issue.
London vacancies up 9 per cent in Q3 2025, with fintech roles already surpassing all of 2024’s recruitment.
AI positions offer salaries 20 per cent higher than non-AI roles, reflecting fierce competition for skilled professionals.
Near-shoring boosts junior roles in Belfast and Glasgow, but London dominates senior, strategic appointments.
Jobs soar
Artificial intelligence and financial technology are driving job growth in London’s financial sector, with vacancies up 9 per cent year-on-year in Q3 2025, according to Morgan McKinley’s latest Employment Monitor.
Mark Astbury, director at Morgan Mckinley , noted that fintech roles have proved particularly resilient, with companies advertising 6,425 positions already exceeding the entirety of 2024’s recruitment activity. Banks, consumer finance organisations, and ambitious startups are prioritising senior and strategic appointments, particularly in AI strategy, corporate finance, and technology leadership roles.
The rebound represents a marked reversal from Q2 2025, when trade tariff uncertainties prompted hiring freezes. Employers have now resumed delayed recruitment efforts, though the forthcoming UK Autumn Budget in November may yet influence hiring trajectories.
Notably, near-shoring trends are emerging, with regions including Belfast and Glasgow capturing junior-level roles. London, however, retains its stranglehold on high-value, strategic positions. Much now depends on the Autumn Budget and whether it reassures employers or adds further cost pressures that will set the tone for hiring into early 2026.
AI and tech talent
Forbes Advisor research reveals that 79 per cent of UK workers use generative AI at work, while 85 per cent are aware of AI language models like ChatGPT. However, 59 per cent of Brits express concerns about AI, with primary worries including skill loss, job displacement, privacy issues, and autonomous decision-making without human oversight.
The surge underscores London’s position as the United Kingdom’s preeminent hub for technology-driven financial services. Greater London now hosts 1,387 AI-focused enterprises, including heavyweight firms DeepMind and BenevolentAI, making the capital an irresistible draw for major financial institutions, fintech pioneers, and specialist tech firms seeking talent.
The labour market shift reflects wider structural changes within financial services. Automation is dampening demand for graduate and administrative roles, while AI-related positions command salaries approximately 20 per cent higher than comparable non-AI posts a premium reflecting intense competition for skilled professionals.
Investment underpins this expansion. The Government has committed £2.3 billion to AI initiatives since 2014, while companies increasingly deploy generative models and computer vision technologies to streamline operations, strengthen compliance, and innovate service delivery.
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