Honda pauses Japan and China production over chip shortage
Honda Motor suspends operations at key plants in Japan and China due to persistent semiconductor shortages, impacting its global sales forecast and profits. Read the full story.
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EU Holds Key to Trump's AI Economy and Political Survival
Europe possesses two powerful levers to challenge Trump's presidency: control over vital chip-making tech and strict data rules. Using them could destabilise the US economy and his re-election bid.
Prince William: Wales a 'Dynamic Nation' for Investment
The Prince of Wales addressed global investors in Newport, hailing Wales's tech and green energy potential and sharing personal memories of making his first home with Catherine on Anglesey.
Samsung's $17bn Plant Transforms Texas Town
Discover how Samsung's $17 billion semiconductor plant is transforming Taylor, Texas, bringing economic revival, new businesses and thousands of jobs to this historic railroad community.
Trump's Semiconductor Tariffs May Be Delayed
US officials privately signal potential delay in Trump's semiconductor tariffs to avoid trade war with China. Key economic policy faces cautious approach.
Samsung pledges £310bn domestic investment post-US deal
Samsung and Hyundai announce massive domestic investment plans in South Korea following a new US trade agreement that averts Trump-era tariffs. Discover the economic implications.
China voices extreme disappointment in Dutch chip minister
Beijing reacts strongly to Dutch minister's comments on semiconductor crisis. Global car industry faces disruption as export ban continues. Read the latest developments.
Australian car service delays hit six months amid mechanic crisis
Australian drivers are experiencing unprecedented waiting times for essential car servicing, with some facing six-month delays as the nation's mechanic shortage reaches crisis levels.
Dutch Chip Blockade Threatens Global Car Production
The Netherlands' refusal to licence Nexperia's German chip plant threatens car production lines worldwide, escalating the technological cold war between Europe and China.
US retailers battle worsening coin shortage crisis
American retailers including Giant Eagle and Sheetz are implementing creative solutions as a nationwide coin shortage forces changes to cash transactions.
Chip shortage crisis threatens UK car production
European chipmaker Nexperia suspends semiconductor deliveries to Chinese customers, triggering potential car manufacturing shutdowns and supply chain chaos across the UK automotive sector.
Nvidia CEO meets South Korean leader in chip diplomacy
Nvidia's powerful CEO Jensen Huang engages in high-stakes talks with South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and tech giants Samsung and SK Hynix, as global competition for AI supremacy intensifies.
Volkswagen's €2.5bn loss amid chip crisis
German auto giant Volkswagen reports staggering €2.5bn quarterly loss amid severe semiconductor shortages, while Chinese rivals surge ahead in the electric vehicle race.
Nvidia Reaches $5 Trillion in Market Value
Discover how Nvidia's revolutionary AI processors transformed the tech giant into the world's most valuable company, reshaping global markets and British investment landscapes.
China Chip Curbs Threaten European Car Production
China's strategic control over essential semiconductors threatens to paralyse European automotive production, forcing emergency measures and supply chain overhaul.
Trump's Secret AI Chip Plan to Counter China
Exclusive investigation reveals Donald Trump's alleged plans to make US self-sufficient in advanced chip production, aiming to sever China's access to cutting-edge AI technology and reshape global tech dominance.
Volvo and VW lead takeover of chipmaker Nexperia
A European automotive alliance including Volvo and Volkswagen has successfully acquired Chinese semiconductor firm Nexperia, marking a strategic move to secure crucial chip supplies amid ongoing global shortages.
Penguin Bar Shortage Hits UK Supermarkets
Britain faces a sweet crisis as Penguin bars vanish from supermarket shelves following McVitie's decision to pause production, sparking nationwide disappointment and frantic searches.
US opposes Chinese executive's Nexperia takeover bid
Washington raises national security concerns over Chinese executive's proposed acquisition of Dutch semiconductor firm Nexperia, escalating global tech tensions.
Dutch Probe Chinese-Owned Chipmaker Over Security
The Netherlands launches investigation into Nexperia's Chinese ownership by Wingtech, raising concerns about Western semiconductor security and technology transfer.
UK Government Confirms Medicine Supply Disruption Crisis
Exclusive: The Department of Health reveals ongoing medicine supply issues affecting NHS patients across Britain, with officials working urgently to resolve critical shortages.
OpenAI partners with AMD to challenge Nvidia AI chip dominance
In a landmark deal set to reshape the AI hardware landscape, OpenAI partners with AMD to develop next-generation AI chips, creating a powerful alternative to Nvidia's market stronghold.
AMD Challenges Nvidia's AI Chip Dominance with New Processors
AMD launches revolutionary MI300 series processors in bold move to disrupt Nvidia's AI chip monopoly and capture share of booming £300bn AI market.
Qualcomm cuts Apple & Samsung smartphone royalty payments
Semiconductor leader Qualcomm has dramatically reduced royalty rates for Apple and Samsung smartphones, potentially reshaping the competitive landscape and consumer pricing across the UK mobile market.
Global Passport Shortage Threatens Holiday Plans
Brits face potential travel chaos as worldwide passport production delays threaten to disrupt holiday plans. Discover why this shortage is happening and how to protect your travel arrangements.
Trump Threat to UK's NVIDIA AI Investment, Warns Labour
Shadow Science Secretary Peter Kyle urges the UK government to secure NVIDIA's long-term investment, warning that a potential Trump presidency could jeopardise Britain's position in the global AI race.
UK's secret AI chip deal to counter Trump export ban threat
Exclusive: The UK government is negotiating a clandestine deal with leading tech firms, including OpenAI and NVIDIA, to safeguard the nation's AI infrastructure from a potential Trump-led US export ban, The Independent can reveal.
UK Car Production Crashes to Lowest Level Since 1980s
UK car manufacturing output nosedived in 2023, hitting a multi-decade low. Brexit trade barriers and a crippling global semiconductor shortage are blamed for the steepest annual decline in production since the 1980s.
UK Beer Crisis: Pint Prices Set to Soar on Hops Shortage
British pub-goers face a bitter blow as a severe European hops shortage, worsened by extreme weather, threatens to push beer prices to record highs next summer. Brewers warn of a perfect storm of poor harvests and rising production costs.
Benidorm's Beer Crisis: Bars Run Dry Despite Tourist Boom
Benidorm's legendary bars and pubs are grappling with a severe shortage of beer, wine, and Prosecco this summer, despite a surge in British tourists. Discover the supply chain chaos hitting Spain's costas.
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