Social Media Crackdown: The UK will ban under-16s from major social platforms from early 2027, with age verification and “high-risk features” (like livestreaming and strangers contacting children) switched off by default for 16- and 17-year-olds, sparking fresh debate over privacy and enforcement. Quantum Standards Push: Government launches a National Quantum Standards Network, backed by £10m and run via the National Physical Laboratory, to coordinate standards work and help UK firms and startups build internationally recognised quantum tech. Offshore Wind Funding: Innovate UK unveils a £15m package to speed offshore wind innovation, including a £10m Offshore Wind Innovation Programme competition for advanced turbine and foundation tech. Aerospace Manufacturing Boost: Wall Colmonoy (UK) opens a £2.5m vacuum precision investment casting facility in South Wales with support from defence programmes and Rolls-Royce. Competition Rules for Search: The Digital Markets Unit proposes new conduct requirements for Google Search to improve transparency and competition in the UK. Tech Product Update: Google’s June Pixel Drop rolls out alongside Android 17, adding features like multitasking “bubbles” and gaming-focused improvements for compatible Pixels. Business & Jobs: AO World outsources up to 200 UK call-centre roles to South Africa to cut costs, while Microsoft-linked reports say Xbox is shutting Ninja Theory.