Copper

Britain's old copper landline network is set to be switched off in roughly 100 days, with Openreach confirming there will be no further extensions. The move is part of the long-planned migration to digital, internet-based phone services, though millions of households and businesses still rely on traditional lines.

A new programming language called Copper is being discussed among developers. It is described as a minimal, low-level language that still supports object-oriented programming and generics, a combination not commonly found together. Programmers are debating its design choices and comparing it with existing systems languages.

Police in Amador County, California have arrested suspects in connection with a theft that caused an internet outage in the area. Authorities say the arrests follow an investigation into copper or equipment theft that disrupted service for local residents. Details about the suspects and charges have not yet been released.

A Democratic electoral win has restarted trade discussions over copper tariffs that had previously stalled, according to market reporting. Traders are now watching Washington for movement on duties affecting the copper market, with the shift in political momentum seen as reviving a dormant dossier.