Tinubu Orders Investigation into Google, Meta, X, AI Platforms Over Use of Nigerian News Content
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has directed the Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) to investigate major global technology companies and generative artificial intelligence platforms over allegations of anti-competitive practices
Puma’s Outgoing CEO Could Lead Rival Adidas Next
Adidas could snap up the boss of crosstown rival Puma to succeed outgoing CEO Kasper Rorsted. As reported by CNN, the sportswear company said Friday that it’s in talks with
Spotify Thrills Influencers, Media With Music & Art Experience
Spotify recently brought together influencers, media, creators and visual artists to a captivating experience. Spotify has established itself as the streaming platform of choice for many young Nigerians who are
Handheld Gaming PCs Surpass 6 Million Sales, Steam Deck Leads Market
The handheld gaming PC market has crossed a significant milestone, with total sales exceeding six million units since the launch of Valve’s Steam Deck in 2022. According to estimates from
Tesla Recalls 380,000 Vehicles in the U.S. Over Power Steering Assist Issue
Tesla is recalling nearly 380,000 vehicles in the United States due to a power steering assist failure that could make steering more difficult, especially at low speeds, increasing the risk
Twitter to Revoke ‘Legacy’ Verified Badges in April
As Elon Musk promised, Twitter’s previous blue check-mark verification regime will soon be history. As reported o Variety, the social network, which the mega-billionaire bought last year in a debt-heavy
Google Launches Advanced AI Chatbot Bard With Interesting Features in 180 Countries
Tech giant Google has recently launched its advanced AI chatbot, Bard, which is now available in 180 countries, with new features that promise to be interesting. The chatbot can now
Elon Musk’s Neuralink Seeks Second Participant for Brain Chip Trial
Elon Musk's Neuralink is inviting applications for a second human trial participant to test its brain chip, the billionaire announced on X Friday. This call comes five months after the
Amazon to Invest Up to $4 Billion in Anthropic, a Rival to ChatGPT Developer OpenAI
Amazon, the global e-commerce powerhouse, has announced its intention to invest a substantial sum, up to $4 billion, in the artificial intelligence (AI) company Anthropic. This strategic move also entails
Kendrick Lamar Shares New Song in Short Film for Chanel
Renowned rapper Kendrick Lamar has collaborated with luxury fashion house Chanel to unveil a new song featured in a captivating short film. On Saturday (January 20), Chanel released a mini-movie
Microsoft Offers Free Access to Advanced AI Model via Copilot
Microsoft is making high-end artificial intelligence more accessible by integrating OpenAI’s powerful o1 model into its Copilot assistant at no cost. This move provides Windows users with free access to
Air Jordan 14 “Ferrari” Makes a High-Speed Return After Over a Decade
After more than a decade off the shelves, the Air Jordan 14 “Ferrari” has officially made its comeback. Released on June 11, 2025, the long-awaited retro drop marks the first
MTN Nigeria Spends N11.1 Billion on Fibre Repair, Hindering Network Expansion, GSMA Report Reveals
MTN Nigeria invested a substantial N11.1 billion over two years to repair and relocate 2,502km of fibre-optic cables, according to the latest GSMA Nigeria Digital Economy report. The report highlighted
Gold Pocket Watch from Titanic Rescue Sells for Record £1.56m at Auction
A gold pocket watch gifted to Captain Sir Arthur Rostron, the British seafarer who led the rescue of over 700 Titanic survivors, has sold for a staggering £1.56 million ($1.97
Chivas Regal Unveils Falz as its Newest ‘New Regal’
Chivas Regal has announced Nigerian singer, songwriter and activist, Falz (born Folarin Falana) as its newest 'New Regal.' The partnership welcomes a new era and extends the luxury whisky’s rich
UK Retreats from Apple Encryption Demand, Says US Intelligence Chief
The United Kingdom has backed away from its demand that Apple create a backdoor to access encrypted data of users worldwide, according to the US director of national intelligence. In
Pizza Hut Introduces Snake Pizza in Hong Kong
American company Pizza Hut in Hong Kong has launched a novel and unconventional pizza that includes a distinctive ingredient - snake meat - bringing a modern twist to traditional flavors
WhatsApp Adds Group Chat History for New Members
WhatsApp has begun rolling out a new feature that allows users joining a group chat to view selected messages shared before they were added, addressing a long-standing request from users.
Google’s $250M Deal to Fund California Newsrooms Sparks Backlash from Journalists
Google has entered into a groundbreaking agreement with California lawmakers to fund newsrooms across the state, marking the first deal of its kind in the United States. Announced on Wednesday,
Florida Governor DeSantis Enacts Ban on Social Media Accounts for Minors Under 14
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis takes a decisive step towards safeguarding children from online threats by signing HB3 into law, prohibiting minors under the age of 14 from creating social media
