A German government spokesman said he expects UK Prime Minister Starmer will still attend the E5 meeting in Berlin and called him a reliable, close partner.

Bernstein analysts forecast global video game industry revenue could reach $220 bln by 2026. They expect PCs to be the fastest-growing segment this year as consumer and gaming PC lines blur, while consoles face rising memory-cost pressure. Asian developers, benefiting from a large skilled and lower-cost workforce, may continue taking share from major Western peers. Analysts say concerns about AI disrupting game development are overstated, since production still relies heavily on original narrative and other creative work.

UK prime minister Starmer said he will resign and told King Charles of his decision this morning. He will ask the Labour Party to set a timetable for a successor contest; the nomination process will begin on July 9. Starmer said he will remain in office until the leadership contest concludes, ensure an orderly handover and fully support his successor.