UK PM Andy Burnham declines to support a data center moratorium, saying it is "important" local communities see the benefits of building data centers (Jacob Reid/Bloomberg)

UK Prime Minister Andy Burnham rejected a proposed moratorium on new data centres, arguing that local communities must be allowed to see the economic benefits of such projects. Apple introduced the iPhone Duo, a foldable device with a 5.4-inch outer screen, a 7.6-inch inner screen, an A20 Pro chip, Touch ID, and pricing starting at $1,999 for 256 GB, with pre-orders beginning 16 October and sales commencing 23 October.