The UK's antitrust regulator is looking into Microsoft's possible monopoly power Business software, particularly involving AI use, is the investigation's main focus. By Anna Washenko March 31, 2026 2:22 pm EST The UK's Competition and Markets Authority is once more turning its lens on Microsoft. …
UK antitrust regulator is officially investigating Microsoft Office By Lawrence Bonk May 14, 2026 11:45 am EST The UK's Competition and Markets Authority CMA will officially begin a strategic market status investigation into Microsoft this month . …
… In a statement provided to Bloomberg , the company said that it still sees a "huge potential for the UK's AI future." It added that "AI compute is foundational to that goal" and that it continues "to explore Stargate UK and will move forward when the right conditions such as regulation and the cost… …
Meta, Snap and Roblox commit to tougher anti-grooming measures in UK UK regulator Ofcom released a study raising concerns that social networks aren’t doing enough to protect children online. …
Apple introduces age verification for iCloud accounts in the UK Users will have to prove they're 18 or above to access certain features. By Mariella Moon March 25, 2026 7:53 am EST Apple has introduced more than just new features, like an AI playlist generator, with iOS 26.4 in the UK. …
… The results of the UK consultation showed that nine in 10 parents supported a minimum age of 16 for accessing social media apps, the government said. At the same time, the PM added that the ban doesn't mean the UK is anti-tech. …
… She's seeking financial damages and an order that will force xAI to follow UK law. …
… While OpenAI kicks off a new program in Malta, it's putting a pause to its Stargate data center plans in the UK. The project was designed to assist the UK with building out AI infrastructure, but attributed high energy costs and regulatory issues with the latest stoppage.
… Several other countries aside from Malaysia followed Australia's example in introducing regulations to keep children out of social media websites and apps in their countries, including Indonesia . Other nations, including the UK and Spain , are also mulling a similar ban. …
… Earlier this week, UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the UK would ban children under 16 from social media, including Snap. …