China’s access to sensitive NHS health data poses a substantial security risk for the United Kingdom, according to Sir Gavin Williamson. The former defence secretary has issued a stark warning
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The UK government has launched a security investigation into a reported vulnerability that could allow hundreds of Chinese-made electric buses to be remotely deactivated mid-transit. Officials are collaborating with the
Zhang Xuezheng, the enigmatic billionaire entrepreneur behind China’s technology behemoth Wingtech, finds himself at the heart of an international row poised to disrupt Europe’s automotive sector. At age 50, Zhang—often
Ministers are under renewed pressure to force the sale of Nexperia’s microchip facility in Stockport, following robust warnings from senior political figures regarding the potential national security risks associated with
China has issued a firm warning that it may withdraw future investments in the United Kingdom if Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer moves to halt a proposed £1.5 billion wind
Britain’s national security is under fresh scrutiny following stark warnings from Nikhil Rathi, head of the Financial Conduct Authority, who highlighted critical vulnerabilities stemming from the country’s failure to prioritise
The Dutch government has seized control of leading semiconductor manufacturer Nexperia from its Chinese parent company, sparking a heated stand-off between The Hague and Beijing over national security and operational
Labour is facing mounting pressure to block the takeover of Thames Water by Hong Kong-based CK Infrastructure CKI as concern intensifies over placing one of Britain’s most vital utilities in
The UK government has intervened to halt a prospective joint venture between Versarien, a Gloucestershire-based developer of advanced graphene materials, and a Chinese peer. National security concerns were cited as
The chief executive of US semiconductor powerhouse Intel, Lip-Bu Tan, has spoken out following intense pressure from President Donald Trump to step down over alleged connections to China. In a
Baidu, often referred to as ‘China’s Google,’ has announced plans to trial its self-driving Apollo Go taxis on UK and German roads in 2026. This expansion, in partnership with ride-hailing
Ed Miliband, the UK Energy Secretary, is under mounting scrutiny for withholding details of a net zero cooperation agreement signed with China earlier this year. Despite growing demands for transparency,
The UK government is poised to designate British steel production as critical to national security, unveiling plans to secure substantial orders for infrastructure projects including wind farms and rail links.
In a landmark transaction finalised on Wednesday, Nippon Steel successfully acquired US Steel for $14.9 billion, marking a significant shift in the global steel manufacturing landscape. The deal’s completion follows
British defence manufacturing is poised for a significant transformation as BAE Systems announces plans to dramatically increase domestic explosives production, reducing dependence on American and French ammunition supplies. The strategic
The British government is considering deploying the Royal Navy to escort vital fuel shipments to Scunthorpe’s blast furnaces following Parliament’s historic vote to seize control of British Steel, ensuring its
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