Apple is removing its highest level data security tool from customers in the UK. So does that mean for iPhone users? We hear from a cyber security expert.

Germany's once mighty motor industry is losing momentum, as high costs, low demand and competition from Chinese firms take a heavy toll on company profits.

And are soap operas dead? This is following the news that 'Neighbours' will come to an end this year.

The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

As Germany heads for a crucial election, we hear from businesses and economists on the most pressing issues

President Trump designated Mexican drug cartels as terrorist groups. But Mexico's president said they will never tolerate an "invasion" of it's national sovereignty.

And the James Bond film franchise will no longer be controlled by the Broccoli dynasty. Creative control will now be given to Amazon MGM Studios.

The latest business and finance news from around the world, on the BBC.

Hundreds have taken part in ‘Dark Indonesia’ demonstrations critical of policies which will see substantial changes in education and health spending.

Plus, as Apple launches a new iPhone, we ask what is ‘budget friendly’?

And as North Korea opens its borders to western travellers, we hear from one ‘extreme tourism’ business

Microsoft has unveiled a new quantum chip called Majorana One, which it says will help the company create computers able to solve meaningful industrial-scale problems in years, not decades.

The European Union has announced plans for further sanctions against Russia. Brussels intends to target aluminium exports, add more banking restrictions, and ban further Russian state media outlets from operating in the EU.

Ahead of the German election we hear what economic issues voters are considering.

And, why in an unprecedented move, has South Africa delayed its budget?

The US and Russia have outlined their intention to build relations far beyond a deal over Ukraine—extending to cooperation on other global issues and developing sizeable economic and investment links.

Does Russia’s economy need a peace deal? Western sanctions, inflation soaring, and businesses under strain, Russia’s economy faces serious headwinds

European leaders have been meeting in Paris to discuss military support for Ukraine. The United States has demanded that Europe increases defence spending and sends troops to Ukraine if there is a ceasefire in the war with Russia.

Also, are Canadians boycotting US goods in shops after President Trump’s tariff threats?

And Ed Butler reports from one of Africa’s biggest e-waste dumps in Ghana.

EU leaders meet to discuss defence spending. Funding could be increased if the US withdraw support to Ukraine