Google Gemini AI app launches in UK as chatbots crash globally June 5, 2024 It is another stride forwards for Google in the race against other tech giants for AI dominance.
Tiktok: Chinese-owned app hit with cyber attack as CNN, Paris Hilton and Sony targeted June 5, 2024 Despite its popularity amongst American teens, Tiktok must sell to a non-Chinese entity by January 2025, amid national security concerns.
Angle: Pharma firm’s share price plunges after missing market forecasts June 5, 2024 Angle also today announced a plan to raise about £8.5m through a combination of new share placements and subscriptions.
London data firm Preqin exploring sale at £1bn-plus valuation June 5, 2024 Financial data group Preqin is reportedly exploring a sale that could value the firm in excess of £1bn in the latest sign of consolidation in the sector.
Social media giants in the spotlight as parties throw money at online ads June 5, 2024 Social media companies’ political advertising policies are likely to come under increasing scrutiny as UK political parties throw more money at online ads in the run up to the election, Jess Jones writes
UK workers less likely to trust AI than other countries, study finds June 4, 2024 New data reveals a lack of trust in AI, which may jeopardise the growth and success of the UK's technology economy.
NHS cyber attack causes cancellations as London hospitals hit by ‘major IT incident’ June 4, 2024 A number of NHS procedures have been cancelled or redirected, with blood transfusions said to have been especially impacted.
Tech firm Checkit submits takeover bid for Crimson Tide after years of trying June 4, 2024 Tech firm Checkit has submitted a formal proposal to acquire smaller AIM-listed rival Crimson Tide for around £12m after years of trying to engage in talks.
Mission Group criticises raised takeover bid from owner of Steven Bartlett-founded Social Chain June 4, 2024 Mission Group is evaluating a raised takeover proposal by rival digital marketing agency Brave Bison after rejecting its initial proposal last month, with a preliminary view that the new bid is also inadequate.
UK tech leaders have high hopes for the next government June 4, 2024 As the nation gears up for its next general election, the UK tech sector is voicing its expectations for the incoming administration.