Government

UK's strategies on semiconductors and batteries become clearer

Government-funded research plays an important part in tech developments

Deal comes at a time when Amazon and rival Microsoft face increased scrutiny from the UK competition regulator

Tech firms say they are already doing much to tackle fraud

The search company has agreed to pay C$100m annually to support news organisations

Skills investment has to go beyond the foundational level

Great news if you're a qubit

CMA concerned about use of competitor data to improve own services

AI could enable the development of chemical and biological weapons, he warns

Move follows restrictions on key metals, heightening concerns for electric vehicle and semiconductor industries