TikTok Owner Eyes £17bn AI Investment for 2026
ByteDance, TikTok's parent, plans a massive £17bn AI infrastructure spend in 2026, despite US chip restrictions. Discover how this fuels the global AI race.
ByteDance, TikTok's parent, plans a massive £17bn AI infrastructure spend in 2026, despite US chip restrictions. Discover how this fuels the global AI race.
China imposes provisional tariffs of up to 42.7% on EU dairy products, a move seen as retaliation for EU electric vehicle duties. The decision impacts major brands and trade relations.
Sky News analysis reveals why the maths behind the AI boom may no longer add up. Experts warn of dire economic consequences if the bubble bursts. Read the full report.
Sky News analysis reveals growing fears of an AI investment bubble. Experts highlight three critical pressure points that could burst it, questioning if the maths behind the trillion-dollar boom still adds up.
Sky News analysis reveals why the maths behind the AI investment boom may no longer add up. Experts warn of three critical pressure points that could burst the multi-trillion dollar bubble.
We review the £18.50 fish and chips at The Grapes in Limehouse, a historic pub owned by acting legend Sir Ian McKellen. Discover the verdict on the food, atmosphere, and prices.
China will impose a 13% VAT on condoms and contraceptive drugs from January 1, ending a 30-year exemption. Experts warn of risks to public health as social media users ridicule the move.
China ends a 30-year tax exemption on contraceptives, imposing a 13% VAT from 1 January. This 'carrot-and-stick' approach aims to boost the birth rate, but experts doubt its effectiveness. Explore the policy shift and public reaction.
Exclusive investigation reveals how US tech titans like Nvidia and OpenAI are hiring ex-ministers like George Osborne and Nick Clegg to influence UK AI policy. Discover the power shift.
Amazon is negotiating a $10bn investment in OpenAI, potentially valuing the ChatGPT creator at over $500bn. This comes as OpenAI plans a staggering $1.4tn spend on AI infrastructure. Read the full details.
Japan alleges Chinese warships directed fire-control radar at its fighter jets near disputed islands, escalating tensions. Read the full details of the confrontation.
Vladimir Putin's visit to India for talks with Narendra Modi signals a crucial realignment. We analyse the high-stakes summit, its impact on US relations, and the shadow of China.
A parliamentary report blames 'shambolic' Whitehall decisions and poor communication for the collapse of the prosecution against two alleged Chinese spies. Read the damning findings.
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
A parliamentary inquiry warns 'serious systemic failures' caused the China spy case to collapse, with risks it could happen again. Read the key findings and recommendations.
A parliamentary inquiry blames 'shambolic' systemic failures for the collapse of a high-profile case against two alleged Chinese spies, finding no evidence of government interference. Read the full report.
The UK government has postponed its ruling on China's controversial 'super-embassy' near Tower Bridge to 20 January, aligning with Keir Starmer's planned trip to Beijing. Read the latest on the diplomatic and security implications.
Prime Minister Keir Starmer warns China presents 'real national security threats' and criticises using Brexit as a foreign policy template. Read his full Guildhall speech analysis.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer warns China poses real security threats but urges a 'sober realist' policy. He also defends his foreign approach as a post-Brexit shift. Read the latest.
Japanese singer Maki Otsuki was forced to halt her Shanghai performance amid souring Japan-China relations. Discover how cultural events are being cancelled.
Growing anger over deadly Hong Kong apartment fires intensifies as Beijing warns against 'anti-China disruptors'. Read the latest developments and community response.
Georgia Stanway scored a perfect hat-trick as England's Lionesses demolished China 8-0 at Wembley. Read our match analysis of this dominant display.
England's women's football team delivered a stunning 4-0 victory against China in their international friendly. Read our full match report and analysis.
Wembley Stadium hosts a thrilling friendly as England face China. Fran Kirby honoured pre-match. Team news and last-minute squad update revealed.
Snooker legend Ronnie O'Sullivan reveals he would retire if not for his partnerships in China and Saudi Arabia. Get the full story on his future plans.
Keira Walsh captains England against China in a sold-out Wembley friendly. A tactical test for both sides as they build towards future tournaments. Follow the action.
A record 3.7 million applicants in China are competing for just 38,100 civil service roles, highlighting a major shift towards job security amid economic uncertainty. Discover the driving forces behind this trend.
Russian scientists create remote-controlled pigeons using neural chips for surveillance operations. The birds can fly 310 miles daily with real-time direction control. Read the shocking details.
Donald Trump has reportedly urged Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to 'dial down the volume' in the dispute with China over Taiwan. Discover the diplomatic implications.
Protests erupt in China's Guizhou province over a controversial cremation directive, highlighting a 70% surge in rural unrest. Explore the clash between policy and tradition.