Rihanna’s Fenty Beauty Out to Prove Africa is a Viable Market
Five years ago, Barbadian singer, actress and fashion designer, Rihanna took the cosmetics market by storm when she unveiled a makeup brand distinctly designed for people of color. Once again,
You May Lose Access to Your Netflix Account if You’re Paying Through Apple
In a recent move, Netflix has advised its customers who pay for their streaming subscription through Apple's App Store to switch their payment method to avoid potential disruptions in service.
Tech Layoffs: PayPal Cuts 2,000 Jobs as Global Economy Weakens
PayPal is shedding around 2,000 jobs, or 7% of its workers, as it becomes the latest big tech firm to cut costs. As reported on BBC, the online payments company
Apple Reaches Landmark Labor Agreement in the US
Apple has reached a tentative labour agreement with the union representing retail workers at its Towson, Maryland store, marking the first US labour deal for any of the tech giant's
Cyber-Attack Cripples Jaguar Land Rover Production at UK Plants
Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) has suffered a major cyber-attack that has brought its vehicle production to a standstill, severely disrupting operations at its two main UK factories and retail business.
Adidas Eyes Taylor Swift Collaboration After Parting Ways with Kanye West
Adidas, having severed ties with multi-faceted creative Kanye West and his Yeezy brand over a year ago, is actively seeking fresh collaborations, with global music sensation Taylor Swift emerging as
Hyundai Plans Factory Deployment of Humanoid Robots From 2028
Hyundai Motor Group has announced plans to introduce humanoid robots into its manufacturing operations from 2028, joining a growing list of global companies turning to advanced robotics to reshape industrial
Starbucks to Open 100 New UK Stores this Year
Starbucks plans to open 100 new stores across the UK this year, while investing millions of pounds in upgrading existing cafes. As reported on BBC, it comes as the world's
‘Barbie’ Makes History With $1 Billion at the Box Office
In a triumphant achievement for writer-director Greta Gerwig, "Barbie" has soared past the billion-dollar mark at the global box office, according to official estimates from Warner Bros. The blockbuster's phenomenal
Elon Musk: Neuralink’s First Human Patient Controls Mouse with Thoughts
Neuralink, Elon Musk's brain-machine interface startup, has achieved a significant milestone as its first human patient, implanted with a brain-chip, has demonstrated the ability to control a computer mouse using
Saudi Aramco Boosts Dividends Despite Decline in Profits
Despite experiencing a significant drop in profits due to reduced production and falling oil prices in 2023, Saudi Aramco remains resilient, reporting the second-highest profit in its history. The energy
OpenAI Secures $6.6 Billion in Funding Amid Questions on Profitability and Growth Projections
OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI tool ChatGPT, has raised a staggering $6.6 billion in a private funding round, giving it a valuation of $157 billion. The investment, one
India’s Cocoa Boom: How Squirrels and Innovation Are Reshaping a Growing Industry
For George Matthew, a doctor-turned-farmer in Kerala, a failed experiment with cocoa saplings a decade ago became the foundation for a thriving venture—thanks to some unexpected help from squirrels. Dr.
Crocs Shares Nosedive as Cautious U.S. Shoppers Cut Back on Spending
Shares in Crocs tumbled by nearly 30% on Thursday, marking the brand’s worst single-day drop in almost 15 years, as the American footwear maker flagged a sharp downturn in consumer
Robotaxis’ Road to Passenger Trust: Can AI Take the Wheel?
Autonomous vehicles are no longer a futuristic concept; they are steadily becoming a reality on the streets of cities worldwide. From Waymo’s fleet in the U.S. to Apollo Go’s network
Nissan to Cut Thousands of Jobs Amid Sales Decline in China and U.S
Nissan announced plans to lay off around 9,000 employees globally as it scales back production due to declining sales in key markets, including China and the United States. This restructuring
London Overtakes Paris in Stock Market Value
London's stock market has surpassed Paris as concerns mount over the outcome of France's upcoming parliamentary elections. According to Bloomberg's data compiled on Monday, all stocks listed in the United
Judge Assigned to US Antitrust Case Against Amazon Recuses Himself
In a recent development, Senior Judge John Coughenour has recused himself from presiding over the US Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) antitrust lawsuit against Amazon.com. This decision was revealed in a
11,000 Jobs on the Line as Another German Company Stumbles
Germany's largest steel producer, Thyssenkrupp Steel, has announced plans to cut approximately 11,000 jobs by 2030, marking another major blow to the country's struggling industrial sector. The reductions, representing 40%
JPMorgan is Cutting About 1,000 First Republic Bank Employees
JPMorgan Chase has informed approximately 1,000 employees of First Republic Bank that they will no longer have their jobs. Earlier this month, JPMorgan acquired most of First Republic's assets after
