Northvolt’s chief executive has resigned following the decision to halt plans for a battery gigafactory in Europe, citing concerns over funding shortages and sustaining green energy initiatives amid prevailing economic challenges.
The International Criminal Court has issued an arrest warrant for Benjamin Netanyahu, citing alleged actions in Gaza.
Ukraine has utilised UK-made missiles in operations targeting Russia, with support from Western allies, including the United States, sending additional military resources.
Kyiv has launched US-supplied missiles against a Russian military site for the first time since US restrictions were lifted, marking a significant escalation on the 1,000th day of the ongoing conflict.
Chinese technology companies are actively attempting to recruit top artificial intelligence talent from Silicon Valley, as major firms expand their operations in California despite US restrictions.
The United States has approved the use of American long-range missiles by Ukraine, marking a significant policy shift and enabling limited strikes against Russian targets.
Elon Musk’s wealth is expected to reach new levels as significant business developments boost SpaceX and xAI, alongside a notable AI start-up investment and strategic proximity to influential figures enhancing Tesla.
Reeves is urging financial regulators to permit greater risk-taking to stimulate economic growth, arguing post-crisis rules are overly restrictive and hinder progress.
Rachel Reeves plans to legislate the consolidation of council pension schemes into eight large ‘megafunds’ to unlock £80 billion for investment and end local authority management, rejecting radical options.
The US administration’s firm stance on Tehran, characterised by a “maximum pressure” policy, is prompting major Gulf states like Saudi Arabia and the UAE to seek closer ties with Iran for their own security.