Elon Musk says WhatsApp cannot be trusted, ends his chaotic reign as Twitter CEO
Twitter engineer Foad Dabiri has accused WhatsApp of using the microphone in the background while he was asleep.
NATO Chiefs of Defence meet in Brussels as 'a new era for collective defence' beckons
NATO Chiefs of Defence have met in Brussels with new Regional Plans on the agenda as concerns over the security threat posed by Russia motivate action.
Crises from Ukraine to banking await G7 finance ministers
EU officials are already discussing halting exports of sensitive technologies to eight Chinese companies over suspicions they are selling them to Moscow.
European Commission sets out measures to support the EU defense industry
Whilst uncertainty remains over the path to peace in Ukraine, the European Commission has set out 'the Act in Support of Ammunition Production' to address ammunition shortages.
European Commission and European Investment Bank input €18bn into Global Gateway strategy
Addressing the financial demands presented to the international community by climate change, the EU has announced new investments as part of its Global Gateway Strategy.
US stocks down after First Republic Bank takeover
US financial authorities announced the seizure of First Republic on Monday and that it had been sold to JPMorgan Chase
G7 should adopt 'risk-based' AI regulation, ministers say
EU lawmakers on Thursday reached a preliminary agreement on a new draft of its upcoming AI Act.
Microsoft hits back at UK after Activision acquisition blocked
Microsoft's president Brad Smith said the UK regulator's decision to prevent its acquisition of 'Call of Duty' maker Activision Blizzard "had shaken confidence" in Britain as a destination for tech businesses.
UK blocks Microsoft's $69-bn bid for 'Call of Duty' games giant
Both firms said they will appeal and expressed deep disappointment over Britain's decision regarding the gigantic takeover.
China aiming for 'global technological supremacy', British cyber chief says
China is aiming for "global technological supremacy" in cyberspace and is using its cyber capabilities to conduct intelligence and surveillance campaigns, Britain's cyber chief said on Wednesday.
EU urges others to copy its rules for cryptoassets
The rest of the world should copy European Union rules for cryptoassets to create a robust global approach that protects consumers and financial stability, the EU's financial services chief said on Wednesday.
UK demands 'real leadership' from Northern Ireland unionists
The party has been under sustained pressure from London, Dublin, Brussels and Washington, peaking in a visit to the island last week by US President Joe Biden.
EU announces grants for 100+ deep tech companies led by women
Women remain underrepresented in the deep tech industry, but with a new 10 million euros grant to 134 female-led companies across Europe, progress can be made.
Credit Suisse class action could force banks to clean up their act, says finance expert
Finance expert Tom Davey says that the class actions against investment bank Credit Suisse send a strong message that companies must clean up their act.
Microsoft's bid to buy games giant faces triple anti-trust threat
The British market is smaller than that of the United States or the European Union, but if the CMA blocks the Activision Blizzard takeover, Microsoft would probably have to back down.
Influencer objects to potential US TikTok ban amidst China links and data security concerns
Citing free speech concerns, influencer Matt Welland has objected to a potential US ban of TikTok as concerns over data security and TikTok's links to China worry US officials.
France's pension reforms matter to the people
France's proposed pension program is similar in some ways to other countries. However, French citizens oppose this plan and demand a better solution.
How is the UK's rising inflation impacting the cost of living crisis?
The Office for National Statistics reported that the "prices of food and non-alcoholic drinks rose at the fastest rate in more than 45 years in the 12 months to February 2023."
Nasdaq Ventures invests £3.5m into UK-based governance platform
Today, Nasdaq Ventures announced the completion of a £3.5m Series A investment into Kuberno. The company's co-founder believes this will help "Kuberno accelerate its international growth and expansion into new markets".
Emmanuel Macron faces Xi Jinping alongside European Commission President
The Head of China Research at the French Institute of International Relations says that Macron's hopes of China acting as mediator in Ukraine are unrealistic.
Macron says Europe must not be 'follower' of US, China on Taiwan
China views democratic, self-ruled Taiwan as part of its territory and has vowed to take it one day, by force if necessary.
Analysis-Easter travel warnings pile pressure on European Airlines
European aviation is gearing up for Easter travel disruptions marked by strikes and cancellations, in a major test of the industry's ability to prevent a repeat of last year's summer holiday season chaos.
Pressure on IT departments to address cybersecurity risks amid concerns over Chinese attacks
IT departments are vulnerable to increasing cyber-attacks, with specific concerns around the interests of China. They now face possible fines from the Information Commissioners Office, if they fail to keep their data safe.
Apple could bring these awe-inspiring changes to next-gen iPhones
Users could see four big changes on the iPhones starting this year and beyond, provided Apple complies with the EU laws.
EU raids energy drink maker Red Bull in antitrust probe
EU antitrust investigators have raided energy drink maker Red Bull over suspicions it abused its dominance in the wildly popular market, officials said Tuesday.
EU antitrust regulators raid energy drinks company
EU antitrust regulators have raided a company active in the energy drinks sector in several EU countries on suspicion of taking part in a cartel and also abusing its dominance, the European Commission said on Tuesday.
Oil prices stabilize as banking deal eases some worries about crude appetite
Oil prices stabilised on Tuesday after falling early in the previous session on investor worries that recent banking-sector problems would weigh on the global economy and limit demand for crude.
Pakistan in Economic Purgatory: The Way Out Depends on Human Development
Although it is in the headlines for political turmoil, Pakistan is facing its worst-ever financial crisis. Even officials have uttered the taboo word: Default?
Women in power in 2023: New data shows progress but gender-gap still present
The 67th Session of the Commission of the Status of Women this year pushes for gender equality in the digital age, and the empowerment of women across STEM and Politics.
Crypto-linked bank failures fuel regulation debate
The global cryptocurrency industry has been slammed by setbacks, scandals and high-profile failures in recent months, sparking a regulatory rush to protect consumers from fraud and scams.