King Charles warns of ‘existential danger’ of AI falling into wrong hands AFP via Getty Images Laura Cress Technology reporter 22 minutes ago King Charles has warned AI executives of the “existential dangers” posed by the technology falling into the wrong hands. He made the comments at a summit he had convened at Dumfries House… Continue reading King Charles warns of ‘existential danger’ of AI falling into wrong hands
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Burnham rejects ‘tax and spend socialist’ comments
Burnham rejects ‘tax and spend socialist’ comments PA Media Paul Seddon Political reporter 16 September 2026, 13:50 BST 188 Comments Updated 31 minutes ago Andy Burnham has insisted he is prepared to take “difficult decisions” on the economy, after a former Bank of England chief economist said investors were worried about his willingness to cut… Continue reading Burnham rejects ‘tax and spend socialist’ comments
UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada EPA Harry Farley, Political correspondent and Kate Whannel, Political reporter 5 hours ago The UK government is in discussions about joining a global investment bank aimed at raising more money for defence spending. Chancellor John Healey is considering a bid to join the Defence, Security and Resilience Bank… Continue reading UK in talks about joining global defence bank led by Canada
Nvidia boss says AI ‘doesn’t need new laws’ as safety concerns grow
Nvidia boss says AI ‘doesn’t need new laws’ as safety concerns grow Reuters Kali Hays Technology reporter 16 minutes ago The heads of artificial intelligence (AI) firms should decide if new versions of the technology should be released, Nvidia boss Jensen Huang has said in response to growing concerns about AI’s threat to humans. “We… Continue reading Nvidia boss says AI ‘doesn’t need new laws’ as safety concerns grow
Political donors could face tougher residency rules
Political donors could face tougher residency rules EPA/Shutterstock Richard Wheeler, Political reporter and Nick Eardley and Iain Watson, Political correspondents 21 minutes ago The government is planning to tighten residency rules for political donors to ensure that those giving significant amounts of money reside in the UK. The announcement follows a row over two donations totalling £72m to Reform… Continue reading Political donors could face tougher residency rules
Farage says £72m donations are compliant ‘with the law today’
Farage says £72m donations are compliant ‘with the law today’ Kate Whannel Politics reporter 14 September 2026 Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has said two big donations given to his party are “100% compliant with the law today”, but was not able say whether they would be permissible if a rule change, currently being debated… Continue reading Farage says £72m donations are compliant ‘with the law today’
Trump says AI safety fears a ‘hoax’ as he rejects calls for greater safeguards
Trump says AI safety fears a ‘hoax’ as he rejects calls for greater safeguards To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. This video can not be played Peter Hoskins Business reporter 22 minutes ago US President Donald Trump has said fears about the safety of AI are a “hoax”, as… Continue reading Trump says AI safety fears a ‘hoax’ as he rejects calls for greater safeguards
Burnham cancels engagements after death of father
Burnham cancels engagements after death of father PA Media Maia Davies 14 September 2026, 13:35 BST Updated 1 hour ago Prime Minister Andy Burnham has cancelled official engagements on Monday and Tuesday following the death of his father Roy, who had Alzheimer’s. He had been due to host a meeting of business leaders in Downing… Continue reading Burnham cancels engagements after death of father
Donations law changes to be debated after Reform’s £72m windfall
Donations law changes to be debated after Reform’s £72m windfall Reuters Joe Pike, Political correspondent and Chris Graham 14 September 2026, 05:15 BST Updated 38 minutes ago The House of Lords will debate changes to the laws on political donations later on Monday after Reform UK received £72m from two billionaires in 24 hours. Calls for restrictions are… Continue reading Donations law changes to be debated after Reform’s £72m windfall
Trump downplays AI risks after dire expert warnings and calls to slow development down
Trump downplays AI risks after dire expert warnings and calls to slow development down To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. This video can not be played Dan Sales 25 minutes ago US President Donald Trump has downplayed risks posed by artificial intelligence following days of dire warnings by experts.… Continue reading Trump downplays AI risks after dire expert warnings and calls to slow development down