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UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK refuses to back down on US tech tax despite Trump's tariff threat

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the ongoing digital services tax dispute between the UK and US tech companies.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Government to host summit about keeping children safe online in age of AI

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and online safety, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

UK refuses to back down on US tech tax despite Trump's tariff threat

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the ongoing digital services tax dispute between the UK and US tech companies.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Former parliamentary staff member arrested under anti-hacking laws

The Independent provides critical journalism on key issues without paywalls, relying on donations to support their reporting efforts.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Government to host summit about keeping children safe online in age of AI

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and online safety, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Met investigates hundreds of officers after using Palantir AI tool

The Metropolitan police are investigating hundreds of officers using AI to uncover misconduct, resulting in arrests for serious offenses including corruption and sexual assault.
#ai
fromTheregister
5 days ago
London startup

AI is reshaping Britain's datacenter map away from London

UK AI datacenter capacity may shift from London due to power shortages and planning constraints, making other locations more appealing.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

UK businesses must face up to AI threat, says government | Computer Weekly

AI models are rapidly advancing in discovering and exploiting software vulnerabilities, necessitating urgent attention from business leaders.
UK politics
fromTheregister
2 days ago

Gov.uk says AI gaslighting Brits with stale Gov.uk data

Outdated GOV.UK pages are being scraped by AI, leading to inaccurate summaries and undermining public confidence in government information.
London startup
fromTheregister
5 days ago

AI is reshaping Britain's datacenter map away from London

UK AI datacenter capacity may shift from London due to power shortages and planning constraints, making other locations more appealing.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

UK businesses must face up to AI threat, says government | Computer Weekly

AI models are rapidly advancing in discovering and exploiting software vulnerabilities, necessitating urgent attention from business leaders.
fromTNW | Opinion
7 hours ago
Business intelligence

How web intelligence is powering the next wave of AI Infrastructure

The web intelligence industry is evolving to support AI's growing demands for multimodal data processing, particularly in handling video content.
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Officials hugely underestimated impact of AI datacentres on UK carbon emissions

The UK government significantly increased its estimate of AI-related carbon emissions, projecting up to 123 million tonnes over the next decade.
fromTechCrunch
3 hours ago

Why Tokyo is the most important tech destination of 2026 | TechCrunch

Sessions featuring Howard Wright (Nvidia), Rob Chu (AWS), and Eric Benhamou (Benhamou Global Ventures) cut through the noise to examine where AI is genuinely deployed at scale and where the real risks lie.
London startup
#cybersecurity
Information security
fromTheregister
2 days ago

NCSC's first gadget blocks malware transfer over HDMI cables

GCHQ's SilentGlass device protects display devices from cyberattacks by blocking malicious traffic between computers and monitors.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Most Serious Cyberattacks Against the UK Now From Russia, Iran and China, Cyber Chief Says

Hostile nations like Russia, Iran, and China are the primary sources of serious cyberattacks in the U.K.
Information security
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK could face hacktivist attacks at scale', says head of security agency

The UK may face large-scale hacktivist attacks during conflicts, similar to recent ransomware incidents, with no option to pay ransoms for recovery.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 days ago

NCSC's first gadget blocks malware transfer over HDMI cables

GCHQ's SilentGlass device protects display devices from cyberattacks by blocking malicious traffic between computers and monitors.
Information security
fromSecurityWeek
3 days ago

Most Serious Cyberattacks Against the UK Now From Russia, Iran and China, Cyber Chief Says

Hostile nations like Russia, Iran, and China are the primary sources of serious cyberattacks in the U.K.
Information security
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

UK could face hacktivist attacks at scale', says head of security agency

The UK may face large-scale hacktivist attacks during conflicts, similar to recent ransomware incidents, with no option to pay ransoms for recovery.
EU data protection
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Security vetting stepped up after MP is given bodyguard with far-right links

Mitie has tightened vetting processes for bodyguards after a far-right linked operative was assigned to protect a threatened politician.
fromTruthout
1 day ago

Musk and Silicon Valley Aren't Libertarian. They Want to Fuse With the State.

Musk is not just building a rocket company or a satellite company - but what we see is a vertically integrated ideological stack where he can kind of build an echo chamber from low Earth orbit all the way back to Earth and create a kind of closed loop for the ideology that he wants to push out.
Venture
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

The Digital Shift: How Consumer Habits Are Forcing the UK Entertainment Sector to Innovate

UK consumers now abandon apps that take longer than three seconds to load, reflecting a significant shift in expectations across various sectors.
Fundraising
fromwww.theguardian.com
8 hours ago

Nigel is mad to accept his money': who is Christopher Harborne, the mystery billionaire bankrolling Reform?

Chakrit Sakunkrit, a major donor to Nigel Farage's party, hosted a birthday celebration where Farage hinted at ambitions for prime ministership.
Poker
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 day ago

The hidden costs of gambling compliance: Why UK operators are spending millions on RegTech - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The UK Gambling Commission's compliance actions have surged, driving growth in the RegTech sector and highlighting the need for improved compliance among operators.
#ai-regulation
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
Intellectual property law
fromwww.theguardian.com
20 hours ago

US justice department steps in on behalf of xAI in Colorado regulation case

The US justice department intervened in xAI's lawsuit against Colorado's AI regulation law, claiming it violates the 14th amendment and imposes illegal requirements.
#google
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
2 days ago

EU prepares to force Google to open Android to ChatGPT and Claude under Digital Markets Act

The European Commission is mandating Google to open Android to rival AI assistants, impacting the future of AI platform competition.
EU data protection
fromTNW | Eu
2 days ago

EU prepares to force Google to open Android to ChatGPT and Claude under Digital Markets Act

The European Commission is mandating Google to open Android to rival AI assistants, impacting the future of AI platform competition.
US politics
fromWIRED
1 day ago

The Latest Push to Extend Key US Spy Powers Is Still a Mess

The bill lacks meaningful constitutional safeguards and allows broad discretion to the attorney general regarding access to the 702 program.
Media industry
fromExchangewire
1 day ago

The Stack: Big Tech Reckoning

The industry is undergoing significant changes with legal pressures, job cuts, and leadership shifts affecting major companies like Meta and Apple.
UK news
fromTNW | Government-Policy
4 days ago

After X and Grok, Ofcom opens child safety investigation into Telegram

Ofcom has launched a formal investigation into Telegram for potential non-compliance with the Online Safety Act regarding child sexual abuse material.
#digital-identity
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 day ago

UK govt shells out 550 for Digital ID panel, bans press

The UK government is forming a People's Panel to discuss a national digital identity system, compensating participants £550 for their involvement.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Don't debate digital ID, trial it - the Isle of Wight could settle the argument | Computer Weekly

Digital identity can modernize public services, but requires real-world testing to avoid past failures and ensure effectiveness.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 month ago

What was missing from the UK digital ID consultation?

The UK government's digital identity consultation lacks key details on pricing and audit trail duration, raising concerns about privacy and enforcement.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 day ago

UK govt shells out 550 for Digital ID panel, bans press

The UK government is forming a People's Panel to discuss a national digital identity system, compensating participants £550 for their involvement.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
5 days ago

Don't debate digital ID, trial it - the Isle of Wight could settle the argument | Computer Weekly

Digital identity can modernize public services, but requires real-world testing to avoid past failures and ensure effectiveness.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 month ago

What was missing from the UK digital ID consultation?

The UK government's digital identity consultation lacks key details on pricing and audit trail duration, raising concerns about privacy and enforcement.
#data-privacy
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
21 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

A new Republican privacy bill could be 'worse than no standard at all'

Congress is attempting to pass a national data privacy law that may weaken protections in some states while strengthening them in others.
Privacy professionals
fromNextgov.com
21 hours ago

Tech bills of the week: Creating data privacy standards; Securing critical infrastructure from drones; and more

Republican lawmakers introduced two data privacy bills focusing on consumer control and national standards for data management.
Privacy professionals
fromThe Verge
1 day ago

A new Republican privacy bill could be 'worse than no standard at all'

Congress is attempting to pass a national data privacy law that may weaken protections in some states while strengthening them in others.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

UK government beats drum for fintech industry at London Fintech Week | Computer Weekly

The UK government aims to modernize payment services regulation to support fintech innovation and maintain its competitive edge in the industry.
Digital life
fromFortune
1 day ago

Gen Alpha can't write emails to grandma without ChatGPT. It's time for a 'Digital Harm Tax' | Fortune

A new incentive structure, the 'Digital Harm Tax', is proposed to address the negative impacts of technology on youth.
fromTNW | Eu
21 hours ago
EU data protection

EU child safety push stalls as ePrivacy derogation expires, age verification app hacked, and CSA Regulation stuck in trilogue

Europe's child protection efforts conflict with privacy laws, complicating the detection of online child exploitation.
Artificial intelligence
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Government adoption of AI agents could outpace the private sector

Agentic AI adoption in government is a leadership mandate, with 82% already using it and 71% planning to increase usage by 2026-2027.
Poker
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Betting shop bug ends in kidnap, staff turns ransomer

A computer glitch led to the kidnapping of a betting shop manager for ransom by an employee and an accomplice.
#palantir
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Thousands call on UK ministers to cut ties with US tech giant Palantir

Public concern over Palantir's contracts with UK entities has led to petitions urging the government to terminate these agreements.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts

Palantir's manifesto, led by CEO Alex Karp, has sparked controversy with its views on culture, national service, and AI weapons.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Met police in talks to buy Palantir AI tech for use in criminal investigations

The Metropolitan police is considering purchasing AI technology from Palantir for intelligence analysis amid concerns over data privacy and company controversies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Palantir manifesto described as ramblings of a supervillain' amid UK contract fears

Palantir's manifesto promotes American power and military strength while criticizing certain cultures and advocating for AI in national security.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Thousands call on UK ministers to cut ties with US tech giant Palantir

Public concern over Palantir's contracts with UK entities has led to petitions urging the government to terminate these agreements.
Privacy professionals
fromwww.bbc.com
16 hours ago

The viral manifesto of 'anti-woke' tech boss with NHS and defence contracts

Palantir's manifesto, led by CEO Alex Karp, has sparked controversy with its views on culture, national service, and AI weapons.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Met police in talks to buy Palantir AI tech for use in criminal investigations

The Metropolitan police is considering purchasing AI technology from Palantir for intelligence analysis amid concerns over data privacy and company controversies.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Palantir manifesto described as ramblings of a supervillain' amid UK contract fears

Palantir's manifesto promotes American power and military strength while criticizing certain cultures and advocating for AI in national security.
#tariffs
European startups
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Trump threatens UK with 'big tariff' over digital tech tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its Digital Services Tax targeting large US tech firms.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump says he will probably put a big tariff on the UK' if it doesn't drop digital services tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its digital services tax on US tech companies.
European startups
fromTheregister
1 day ago

Trump threatens UK with 'big tariff' over digital tech tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its Digital Services Tax targeting large US tech firms.
European startups
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Trump says he will probably put a big tariff on the UK' if it doesn't drop digital services tax

Donald Trump threatens tariffs on the UK if it does not repeal its digital services tax on US tech companies.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
2 days ago

Simply Business becomes first UK broker to put small business cover inside ChatGPT

Simply Business enables UK small businesses to generate insurance quotes via ChatGPT, streamlining the process with just four input details.
Information security
fromInfoWorld
2 days ago

Offer customers passkeys by default, UK's NCSC tells enterprises

Passkeys are recommended as the primary authentication method due to their security against phishing and credential reuse.
Privacy technologies
fromTheregister
3 days ago

High Court approves Met Police's facial recog after dispute

London's Metropolitan Police can continue using live facial recognition technology after a legal challenge was dismissed by the High Court.
Poker
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
5 days ago

London built the payment rails that made instant casino withdrawals possible - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The iGaming industry has transformed payment processes, enabling instant withdrawals for players due to advancements in payment infrastructure.
fromTNW | Government-Policy
1 day ago
European startups

China plans to block US investment in its top AI firms without government approval

The US and China escalated their AI conflict by restricting capital flows and access to AI models within 24 hours.
#artificial-intelligence
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work

Liz Kendall, the AI minister, primarily uses AI in her personal life, not in her official capacity.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work

Liz Kendall, the AI minister, primarily uses AI in her personal life, not in her official capacity.
#ai-infrastructure
European startups
fromTheregister
3 days ago

UK firms to deploy AI projects abroad as energy costs rise

One in five UK firms have moved AI workloads abroad due to high energy costs, threatening the government's economic growth plans.
European startups
fromTheregister
3 days ago

UK firms to deploy AI projects abroad as energy costs rise

One in five UK firms have moved AI workloads abroad due to high energy costs, threatening the government's economic growth plans.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Private health records of half a million Britons offered for sale on Chinese website

The UK Biobank charity informed the government that it had identified their data had been advertised for sale by several sellers on Alibaba's e-commerce platforms in China.
EU data protection
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Sunak: Starmer must take responsibility for Mandelson vetting scandal

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-the-ground reporting during critical moments in US history.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

UK government says 100 countries have spyware that can hack people's phones | TechCrunch

More than half of the world's governments now have access to commercial spyware, increasing risks for citizens and critical infrastructure.
EU data protection
fromTechzine Global
3 days ago

New EU rules stall due to lack of data center data

Europe's data center sustainability regulations reveal significant gaps in data quality and reporting, hindering accurate assessments of energy consumption and environmental impact.
#cyber-security
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

CYBERUK '26: UK lagging on legal protections for cyber pros | Computer Weekly

The outdated Computer Misuse Act hinders UK cyber security innovation and needs urgent reform to protect cyber professionals.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago
Information security

Nation states responsible for 'nationally significant' cyber attacks against UK, says NCSC chief | Computer Weekly

Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Interview: Critical local infrastructure is missing link in UK cyber resilience | Computer Weekly

Local infrastructure in the UK is vulnerable to cyber attacks, risking severe disruption to essential services and public safety.
EU data protection
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 week ago

CYBERUK '26: UK lagging on legal protections for cyber pros | Computer Weekly

The outdated Computer Misuse Act hinders UK cyber security innovation and needs urgent reform to protect cyber professionals.
Information security
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

Nation states responsible for 'nationally significant' cyber attacks against UK, says NCSC chief | Computer Weekly

The UK faces increased cyber security threats from hostile states and AI advancements, with an average of four significant attacks weekly.
London startup
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

Barclays and Lloyds join FCA's second AI sandbox as banks race to prove their tech credentials

Barclays joins a regulatory AI testing scheme to enhance its technology capabilities in the competitive banking sector.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 hours ago

Unlucky chancellor? Iran shock hits Reeves just as UK seemed to turn corner

Rachel Reeves aims to assert that the UK economy was improving before the war and did not initiate or join the conflict.
Privacy professionals
fromFast Company
2 days ago

How the government is ramping up mass surveillance with AI-driven tech

Surveillance capitalism collects extensive personal data through various devices and technologies, often without user consent or effective opt-out options.
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Ex-parliamentary employee arrested under anti-hacking law

We are aware of the arrest of an individual under the Computer Misuse Act 1990, but as this is a live police investigation we are unable to comment further.
EU data protection
European startups
fromFortune
3 days ago

Europe has the talent and dunding to win at AI. First, it needs to break free from the Magnificent Seven | Fortune

European tech is evolving, but dependency on American platforms hinders its growth despite record funding and talent.
London startup
fromTheregister
5 days ago

UK.gov kicks off 500M sovereign AI venture with 80M invite

The UK government is initiating £80 million in AI procurement to validate new capabilities and support tech firms as early customers.
#uk
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Proxy attacks in UK a real and growing concern, says PM

The UK government is increasingly concerned about hostile states using proxies for attacks, particularly against the Jewish community.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 week ago

UK told its Big Tech habit is now a national security risk

Britain's reliance on US Big Tech poses national security risks and economic challenges due to control over critical infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Proxy attacks in UK a real and growing concern, says PM

The UK government is increasingly concerned about hostile states using proxies for attacks, particularly against the Jewish community.
UK politics
fromTheregister
1 week ago

UK told its Big Tech habit is now a national security risk

Britain's reliance on US Big Tech poses national security risks and economic challenges due to control over critical infrastructure.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Starmer plans new powers to ban state-back terror groups

The new powers would allow the UK government to label state-backed groups as terrorist organisations, creating new criminal offences for people who support or promote groups formally listed as state-supported threats.
UK politics
European startups
fromTheregister
5 days ago

Europe picks 4 sovereign cloud providers, but one has Google

The European Commission awarded contracts for cloud services, raising concerns about true independence due to involvement of S3NS, a Thales and Google Cloud joint venture.
#uk-government
European startups
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

UK wants to build sovereign AI - with just 0.08% of OpenAI's market cap

The UK government struggles to invest effectively in national IT champions, with past successes slipping out of UK ownership.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK government yet to trial OpenAI tech months after signing partnership

The UK government has not conducted any trials with OpenAI's technology despite a signed memorandum of understanding eight months ago.
European startups
fromComputerworld
1 week ago

UK wants to build sovereign AI - with just 0.08% of OpenAI's market cap

The UK government struggles to invest effectively in national IT champions, with past successes slipping out of UK ownership.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

UK government yet to trial OpenAI tech months after signing partnership

The UK government has not conducted any trials with OpenAI's technology despite a signed memorandum of understanding eight months ago.
#anthropic
London startup
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Anthropic Plots Major London Expansion

Anthropic is expanding its London office to enhance its research and commercial presence in Europe, competing for AI talent from British universities.
London startup
fromWIRED
1 week ago

Anthropic Plots Major London Expansion

Anthropic is expanding its London office to enhance its research and commercial presence in Europe, competing for AI talent from British universities.
Information security
fromArs Technica
1 week ago

UK gov's Mythos AI tests help separate cybersecurity threat from hype

Mythos outperformed previous models in TLO tests, showing capability in attacking vulnerable systems but still facing limitations in complex scenarios.
UK politics
fromTheregister
5 days ago

UK weighs break clause in Palantir NHS deal

The UK government may end Palantir's NHS contract due to concerns over patient safety and lack of deliverables.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

What are the UK government's plans to regulate social media for under-16s?

Keir Starmer demands social media firms prioritize children's safety and implement stricter regulations to protect them from harmful content.
Intellectual property law
fromComputerWeekly.com
1 month ago

House of Lords urges UK government to protect IP against AI misuse | Computer Weekly

The UK House of Lords warns that weakening copyright laws for AI training would harm creative industries and undermine emerging licensing markets for content creators.
Intellectual property law
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

UK lawmakers back licensingfirst approach, adding pressure to global AI copyright standards

UK Parliament's House of Lords demands AI developers obtain licenses for copyrighted material before training models, with mandatory disclosure of training data sources.
fromTheregister
1 month ago

UK digital ID brief quietly moves to new minister

He had commissioned a report from US public affairs outfit APCO Worldwide on journalists who had written critical articles about undeclared donations to the organization, which included material about Sunday Times journalist Gabriel Pogrund's Jewish beliefs and possible links to Russia. He also passed a version of the report to GCHQ's National Cyber Security Centre.
UK politics
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