New personal robot could become next family member

At this year's Hannover Messe trade fair, it seems obvious that major industrial innovations are no longer possible without China. While exhibitors from China exude optimism, lobby groups plead for pragmatism.

The Chinese fast-fashion online retailer is now subject to EU rules as a "very large online platform," joining tech firms including Apple, Amazon and Microsoft. The rules include measures to protect online users.

Tesla's shares surged after the EV maker won tentative approval to deploy its Full Self-Driving system in China, as Elon Musk met high-ranking officials on a surprise visit to Beijing. Plus, the French state has offered to buy key assets from troubled IT giant Atos, to protect national interests.