The sales boost for Currys came as the retailer reported an annual profit of 28m, following a huge 462m loss the year before. The company, which has 719 stores across northern Europe selling fridges, washing machines, TVs, computers and other electrical goods, said it had saved hundreds of millions of pounds in the past few years by cutting costs across its UK and Ireland operations. Mr Baldock said the retailer expected technology powered by artificial intelligence (AI) to be the "most exciting new product cycle" since tablets first hit the market in 2010. He said consumers were drawn to AI products, particular PCs and phones, for features such as enhanced photography, language translation and extended battery life. Russ Mould, investment director at AJ Bell, said: "Currys has joined the bandwagon to hype up opportunities with AI.

To the delight of football fans around the world, EUFA Euro 2024 has finally kicked off in Germany. Following Scotland's opening match versus the hosts on Friday night, England will begin their campaign against Serbia on Sunday. Fans will hope Gareth's Southgate's men can go one step further than three years ago, when they were beaten on penalties in the final at Wembley. This year, clever technology should help referees make more accurate decisions than ever. From video replays to connected match balls and semi-automated offside technology, MailOnline takes a closer look.

Vicki Sparks: Zaire-Emery is already used to shouldering responsibility as one of Paris St-Germain's stand-out performers this season as they won the French double. That earned him both the UNFP Young Player of the Year Award (the French equivalent of PFA Young Player of the Year) and a new contract until 2029. Game time will be the question here because the France midfield oozes quality and experience, but Zaire-Emery is a real talent and, having been given permission to delay his school exams until September, he will hope Didier Deschamps gives him a chance to show what he can do on the big stage.