The UK competition regulator identified an “interconnected web” of over 90 partnerships and “strategic investments” involving AI companies. ADVERTISEMENT The United Kingdom’s competition body is launching preliminary inquiries into whether Microsoft and Amazon’s partnerships with artificial intelligence (AI) start-ups comply with its merger rules and if these investments could impact competition. Wednesday’s announcement by the...
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Enphase Energy Partners with Octopus Energy Group in the United Kingdom
Enphase Energy, Inc., a global energy technology company and the world’s leading supplier of microinverter-based solar and battery systems, announced a new strategic relationship with global energy and tech company, Octopus Energy Group. The parties will focus on deploying Enphase IQ8™ Microinverters and IQ™ Battery 5P™ in the United Kingdom. Octopus Energy’s retail customers in...
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Apple loses bid to throw out UK lawsuit over app store fees
Apple on Friday lost a bid to throw out a mass lawsuit valued at just under $1 billion, brought in London on behalf of more than 1,500 app developers. | Photo Credit: Reuters Apple on Friday lost a bid to throw out a mass lawsuit valued at just under $1 billion, brought in London on...
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AI Big Tech Investments Spark UK Antitrust Concerns
The United Kingdom’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has raised concerns over the investments in artificial intelligence (AI) by leading technology firms, including Alphabet’s Google, Apple, and Microsoft. According to a report by Bloomberg, the antitrust watchdog is calling for deeper scrutiny into these investments over fears they could be used to further consolidate their market power....
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The Audacious Kingdom opens its doors to tech and innovation
With the first days of spring upon us, the sunny weather at the British Embassy in France was ideal for an event devoted to tech and innovation, organised in partnership with Maddyness and London & Partners. A whole host of players from both sides of the Channel accepted the invitation, including Eric Feunteun, COO of...
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Top UK Tech Stocks of 2024
Tech stocks are often the first destination for growth investors. Today the entire world is driven by technology, from handheld devices to critical software. And with demand skyrocketing for solutions in areas like automation, cybersecurity and fintech, there are plenty of emerging opportunities for investors. With that in mind, let’s dive into the realm of...
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3 UK Cyber Security Trends to Watch in 2024
Staying up to date with the latest in cyber security has arguably never been more paramount than in 2024. Financial services provider Allianz named cyber attacks this year’s biggest risk for business in the U.K. and a top concern for businesses of all sizes for the first time. However, many professionals are still in the...
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UK government accused of being misleading over new laws affecting encryption
The British government has been accused of being misleading about the significance of new proposed powers that would allow security officials to intervene if technology companies planned on introducing end-to-end encryption to their messaging services. Under the Investigatory Powers (Amendment) Bill, officials in Westminster would be able to issue notices to tech companies on a...
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AI Poses ‘Jobs Apocalypse’, Warns Report | Silicon UK Tech News
IPPR report warns AI could remove almost 8 million jobs in the United Kingdom, with low paid, youngsters and women most at risk In recent months the risks associated with artificial intelligence (AI) have highlighted bias, discrimination, misinformation, and autonomous weapons, but a new report has issued a sobering reminder about the impact on jobs....
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Spotify confirms video learning experiment in the UK
Spotify has confirmed the rollout of a series of video-based learning courses for its users in the United Kingdom after partnering with several providers to test the market. With the launch of this experiment, video learning is added to music, podcasts and audiobooks as the major digital streaming service seeks fertile ground for expansion. As...
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UN approves its first resolution on artificial intelligence
The UN General Assembly has called for a set of international guidelines to address the risks and benefits of AI. The United Nations General Assembly has unanimously adopted the first global resolution on artificial intelligence to encourage the protection of personal data, the monitoring of AI for risks, and the safeguarding of human rights. The...
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Tetra Pharm Technologies introduces pain relieving drug in the United Kingdom
The Danish biopharmaceutical company, Tetra Pharm Technologies, is proud to announce the launch of its pain-relieving prescription drug, XATEPA®, in the United Kingdom. COPENHAGEN, Denmark, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Following last year’s successful launch of XATEPA® in Germany, the cannabinoid-based product will now become available to patients in the United Kingdom during Q2 2024. XATEPA®...