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UK needs more nuclear to power AI, says Amazon boss

The world’s largest cloud computing company plans to spend £8bn on new data centres in the UK over the next four years.

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Leading crypto firm Coinbase faces up to $400m hit from cyber attack

The firm says hackers have obtained customer information by paying off employees.

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Co-op narrowly avoided an even worse cyber attack, BBC learns

The revelation – from the criminals responsible – explains why the Co-op is getting back to business faster than M&S.

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Co-op says shelves to be more fully stocked this weekend

The grocery chain says it is working with its suppliers to restock shelves after a cyber-attack.

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Airbnb offers private chefs and massages as it revamps app

The short rental firm says it is aiming to offer a wider range of experiences for travellers.

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AI tool put to test sifting public views on botox and fillers

The technology’s success sorting comments on cosmetic surgery paves the way for its wider use, the government says.

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M&S says customer data stolen in cyber attack

The retail giant is still not taking online orders following a cyber attack three weeks ago.

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US cuts tariffs on small parcels from Chinese firms like Shein and Temu

Chinese online retailers had previously relied on the “de minimis” loophole to ship low-value items to the US.

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Elon Musk’s Starlink trialled on ScotRail trains

The technology being trailed in the north of Scotland is powered by billionaire Elon Musk’s company Starlink.

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Elton John and Dua Lipa seek protection from AI

They are among 400 artists appealing to Sir Keir Starmer, saying creative industries are threatened.

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