McDonald’s Temporarily Halts AI Drive-Thru Ordering in US Restaurants
McDonald’s, in a surprising move, has decided to pause the implementation of artificial intelligence (AI) ordering technology in more than 100 drive-thru systems across the United States. The fast-food giant
Tesla Faces Production Reduction in China, Shares Drop Amidst Market Challenges
Tesla, the prominent Electric Vehicle (EV) manufacturer, is grappling with a production slowdown at its Shanghai plant in China, resulting in a nearly 4% decline in its share price amidst
Nvidia Shares Dip Despite Record-Breaking AI Chip Sales
Shares in Nvidia took a hit despite the company surpassing expectations by reporting record revenues of $30 billion for the three-month period ending July 28. The AI chip giant, which
Barcelona and Spotify Kick Off Strategic Partnership That Will Unite Music and Sport
FC Barcelona and Spotify’s partnership has officially kicked off with the popular audio streaming platform becoming the club’s main partner and Official audio streaming partner. As part of the agreement,
Tech Layoffs are Becoming the New Normal
Tech industry layoffs are surging in 2024, defying expectations amid substantial cash reserves accumulated by many firms. While last year's job cuts were attributed to economic pressures from inflation and
Gap Between Puma and Nike Offers for Barcelona Shirt as High as €54m Per Year – Report
Barcelona Football Club finds itself at a crossroads regarding its shirt sponsorship, with potential offers from both Nike and Puma presenting diverging paths for the Blaugrana's future financial landscape. According
TikTok Sparks Concern Among Creators as Platform Shifts Focus Towards Longer Videos
TikTok, the viral short-form video platform that revolutionized social media, is embarking on a significant shift by encouraging creators to produce longer videos. Originally known for its one-minute clips that
iOS 17: Apple Reveals Exactly Which iPhones Will Run The Blockbuster New Software
Apple announced new software for its iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch at WWDC on Monday, June 5, alongside a new MacBook Air and Apple Vision Pro, its pricey but exciting
D.C. Couple Files $60M Lawsuit Against Amazon and Delivery Service Following Accident
A D.C. couple has initiated a $60 million lawsuit against Amazon and a Maryland-based delivery service after a pedestrian accident left the woman with severe injuries, as captured in video
‘Up NEPA!’: New Documentary Explores Nigeria’s Ongoing Power Struggles
In the drive to advance Nigeria’s development, the chronic issue of inconsistent electricity supply remains a significant obstacle. A new documentary, "Up NEPA!", delves into this pervasive problem, capturing the
Qatar Airways CEO Akbar Al Baker Resigns, Ending 27-Year Leadership
In a surprising announcement, Akbar Al Baker is stepping down from his role as the chief executive of Qatar Airways, marking the conclusion of one of the longest-running leadership tenures
7 Must-Read Books Recommended by African Tech Leaders
In the fast-evolving world of African technology and innovation, staying inspired and informed is essential for success. We delved into the reading habits of prominent African tech leaders to uncover
North Face and Cartier Hit by Cyber Attacks as Wave of Retail Breaches Grows
Fashion and luxury retail giants The North Face and Cartier have confirmed that customer data was stolen in recent cyber attacks, marking the latest in a growing list of high-profile
Disney Pursues Strategic Alliance with Reliance Industries in Bid to Revitalize Presence in India
Walt Disney is navigating a pivotal juncture as it seeks to redefine its trajectory in India, a market it entered with the acquisition of Star India from 21st Century Fox
Universal Music Group Eyes U.S. Stock Market Debut Amid Industry Momentum
Universal Music Group (UMG), the global powerhouse behind chart-topping artists like Taylor Swift, Drake, and Lady Gaga, has filed plans to go public in the United States - marking a
Accenture to Acquire Udacity to Build a Learning Platform Focused on AI
Accenture revealed its acquisition of the learning platform Udacity today, signalling a strategic move to strengthen its offerings in AI-focused education. While the financial details of the acquisition were not
Theranos Founder Elizabeth Holmes Reports to Prison to Begin Sentence
Elizabeth Holmes, the disgraced CEO of Theranos, has reported to prison to commence her sentence of over 11 years for defrauding investors by misleading them about her company's blood-testing technology.
Amazon, Hilton and Pepsi to Hire Thousands of Refugees in Europe
Amazon, Hilton Hotels, Adecco, and Microsoft are among the companies pledging to hire or provide career support to 5,000 Ukrainian and other refugees in Europe, in an effort to assist
Judge Blocks Elon Musk’s Multibillion-Dollar Tesla Pay Package Again
A Delaware court has once again blocked Tesla CEO Elon Musk’s massive compensation plan, estimated at $101 billion in stock options, despite approval from Tesla shareholders earlier this year. The
Uber Files Lawsuit Against DoorDash Over Alleged Anti-Competitive Practices
The rivalry in the food delivery industry has escalated as Uber has taken legal action against DoorDash, accusing its competitor of engaging in anti-competitive practices that allegedly limit restaurant choices
