Qualcomm is reportedly set to refile an application with China’s government seeking approval for its takeover of NXP Semiconductors, as the US chip giant looks to avoid a collapse by giving regulators more time to rule on the deal.

Mark Zuckerberg (pictured) denied Facebook had established a monopoly position and dismissed theories it uses smartphone microphones to spy on users, as he faced questions from US senators in the wake of a recent data scandal.

As Facebook deals with the aftermath of revelations the data of 50 million of its users was misused, both the European Commission (EC) and the US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are demanding answers.

The US government will slap tariffs on up to $60 billion worth of Chinese imports, primarily in the technology sector, in retaliation to alleged intellectual property (IP) theft and unfair competition practices.

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) is mulling new rules to make it harder for smaller US operators to buy equipment from Chinese vendors such as Huawei, which is facing increasing opposition in the country.