Early Version of Mickey Mouse Enters Public Domain as Copyright Expires
As of January 1, 2024, a historic moment has unfolded in the world of entertainment, as an early version of Mickey Mouse, featured in Walt Disney's 1928 short film "Steamboat
Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Jobberman and Experts Offer Growth Strategies for Businesses
As businesses brace for the challenges of 2025, industry leaders and economic experts have urged executives to adopt strategic adaptability, high agency, and proactive planning to ensure sustainability. These insights
Huawei’s New Folding Phone Is Thinner Than an iPhone 14 Pro Max
Huawei's newest foldable phone, the Mate X3, is an impressively thin and light book-style foldable phone. It was unveiled Thursday alongside the non-foldable flagship P60 series. The Mate X3 has
How Georgia is Fueling the Flow of U.S. Used Cars to Russia Despite Sanctions
In the shadow of geopolitical tensions, the South Caucasus nation of Georgia has emerged as a pivotal hub in the global used car trade, with vehicles sourced primarily from the
Sony Music West Africa to Host ‘In Her Element’ Conference in Lagos
Sony Music West Africa has unveiled plans for its ‘In Her Element’ conference, a two-day event set to take place in Lagos, Nigeria later this month. The conference aims to
Wendy’s to Close 140 Underperforming Restaurants, Plans New Openings in Stronger Markets
Wendy’s has announced plans to close 140 restaurants over the coming months, aiming to replace these locations with new outlets in areas projected to yield stronger business results. CEO Kirk
Family of Boeing Whistleblower Sues Company Over His Death
The family of John Barnett, a former Boeing quality control manager, has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the aircraft manufacturer, accusing the company of harassment and intimidation that led
Frontier Airlines Proposes Merger to Rescue Bankrupt Spirit Airlines
Frontier Airlines has made a new bid to merge with Spirit Airlines, aiming to save the struggling low-cost carrier from bankruptcy - nearly two years after a previous deal between
Dangote Refinery to Begin Crude Oil Production
The Dangote Refinery is set to commence crude oil production, as reported by S&P Global Commodity Insights. Despite ongoing difficulties in securing feedstock, the refinery is preparing to tap into
YouTuber Threatens Legal Action Against Samsung Over SSD Warranty Dispute
Consumer-rights advocate and popular YouTuber Louis Rossmann has threatened to sue Samsung, alleging that the company is refusing to properly honor the warranty on a defective 990 Pro SSD amid
Tencent’s Riot Games Lays Off 11% of Staff Globally
In a significant move affecting its global workforce, Riot Games, the developer behind popular video games like "League of Legends" and "Valorant," is set to lay off approximately 11% of
India Urges E-Commerce Firms To Drop 10-Minute Delivery Promise
The Indian government has asked quick-commerce companies to stop advertising their popular “10-minute delivery” service, following growing concerns about rider safety and working conditions. Sources within the federal labour ministry
Soccerverse Goes Live: A New Chapter in Football Simulator Gaming
The highly anticipated football management simulator, Soccerverse, is officially live, offering fans an unprecedented gaming experience. Designed by football enthusiasts for football enthusiasts, Soccerverse immerses players in a dynamic, parallel
X Moves To Block Grok From Altering Photos Of Real People After Global Backlash
Social media platform X has announced new restrictions on its AI tool, Grok, following widespread criticism over its use in creating sexualised deepfake images. The company confirmed it has introduced
Tech Titan Ordered to Pay Ex-Wife $644m in Divorce Settlement
A South Korean court has ordered SK Group Chairman Chey Tae-won to pay his former wife, Roh Soh-yeong, 944 billion won (about $644 million) as part of their long-running divorce
Google’s Answer to Microsoft Copilot is Finally Here
Google has expanded its AI offerings with the introduction of Google Duet, a plug-in designed to cater to corporate teams seeking optimized functionalities in their workspace. Available for a subscription
Meta Accused of Hiding Evidence of VR Risks to Children
Two former Meta researchers have accused the tech giant of covering up evidence of potential harm to children from its virtual reality (VR) platforms, sparking intense scrutiny during a U.S.
YouTube Launches AI Tool That Generates Free Background Music for Creators
YouTube has unveiled a new AI-powered feature called Music Assistant, designed to help content creators generate copyright-free instrumental tracks tailored to their videos. The tool is now rolling out in
Tobacco Giants Near $23.6 Billion Settlement in Landmark Canada Case
Three of the world’s leading tobacco firms are close to finalizing a multibillion-dollar settlement in Canada, potentially bringing an end to a long-running legal battle over the health risks of
Dangote Refinery Turns to Angola for Shipping as Nigerian Fleet Falls Short
Nigeria’s maritime sector has suffered a significant setback as the Dangote Refinery opts for Angola-based vessels to handle the shipment of its crude oil and refined products, citing a lack
