Chris Price

London

Freelance Journalist at Freelance

Freelance journalist (tech/transport) for @telegraph, #teacher, Aston Villa fan, outdoor swimmer. Insta: shinychris. [email protected]

Articles

UK steel makers face 50pc tariffs in trade standoff

3 days ago | msn.com | Chris Price |Alex Singleton |Matt Oliver |Louis Goss

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Pound closes in on three-year high as concerns over US tariffs mount

4 days ago | msn.com | Chris Price |Alex Singleton

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UK's first flying taxi takes off, Game cancels Nintendo Switch pre-orders

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

Share Britain’s first-ever flying taxi has completed its first journey as the government backs plans to introduce the service by 2028. The prototype VX4 electric aircraft is the first of its kind to complete a cross-country trip from the Cotswolds in normal airspace outside of test conditions in European aviation history.
Currys joins Smyths for limited Nintendo Switch 2 midnight launch

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

Share Excitement is building for the release of the Nintendo Switch 2, with at least two major UK retailers now confirming plans for limited midnight launch events. Currys has announced it will join Smyths in opening its doors at midnight for eager fans, though access will be highly restricted. The highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 is officially set to launch in just one week.
Victoria's Secret shuts down US website following 'security incident'

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

Share Lingerie giant Victoria’s Secret has temporarily suspended most of its US website and some in-store services to “address a security incident.” The normal website has been replaced with a customer notice informing visitors that the company is “working around the clock to fully restore operations.” While its UK website remains unaffected, the incident has prompted concerns and frustration among customers.
UK consumers at 'serious risk of fraud' following leak of 800 million cookies

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

A new report from NordVPN reveals that nearly 800 million internet cookies belonging to UK consumers have been leaked online, with over 66 million still active and posing a significant fraud risk. Globally, the number of leaked cookies has surged from 54 billion to 94 billion in the past year, with the UK ranking 27th out of 253 assessed countries.
Ofcom reveals Now Broadband most complained-about broadband/landline provider

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

Share Complaints received by the UK’s communications regulator, Ofcom, showed a decline in the final quarter of 2024, with a decrease across most services. However, while fixed broadband, pay-monthly mobile, and pay-TV services saw a reduction in complaints, landline complaints held steady compared to the previous quarter. Looking at a broader year-on-year comparison, the overall volume of complaints for all four sectors has decreased.
Nvidia sales exceed expectations despite tariff uncertainty

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

Share Nvidia has reported a stellar first quarter, significantly surpassing revenue and profit forecasts, driven by an “incredibly strong” global demand for its artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The company’s stock surged by approximately 6% in extended trading following the announcement, reaching its highest point in four months.
UK government makes charger installation easier to boost EV uptake

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

Share The UK government is implementing reforms to accelerate electric vehicle (EV) adoption by cutting red tape, most notably by removing the need for planning permission to install EV chargers. This streamlined process, which comes into effect today (Thursday, May 29) aims to make it easier, quicker, and cheaper for both individuals and businesses to install charging infrastructure.
Elon Musk leaves White House amid political turmoil and business headwinds

1 week ago | techdigest.tv | Chris Price

Share Elon Musk has officially quit his role in the Trump administration as a “special government employee,” concluding a tumultuous period marked by efforts to shrink the US government. His exit, confirmed by the White House on Wednesday night, follows a period of mounting problems for his businesses, particularly Tesla, and a public disagreement with President Donald Trump over proposed spending plans.