Apple Removes WhatsApp and Threads from China App Store Following National Security Concerns
In response to directives from China's internet watchdog citing national security apprehensions, Apple has taken the decisive step of removing WhatsApp and Threads from its app store in the country,
Petrol Price Hike Likely to Trigger Wage Demands, Warns Economist
Development economist Mohammed Nezifi has warned that the recent hike in petrol prices in Nigeria may push the government to increase workers’ wages. In an interview with the News Agency
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
Kakao Founder Arrested on Stock Manipulation Charges
Kim Beom-su, the billionaire founder of South Korean tech giant Kakao Corp, was arrested on Tuesday over allegations of manipulating stocks during the acquisition of a K-Pop agency last year.
Global Finance Leaders Sound Alarm Over Powerful ‘Mythos’ AI Model
Top financial leaders around the world are raising red flags over a new artificial intelligence system developed by Anthropic, warning it could expose serious weaknesses in global financial infrastructure. The
TikTok Brings in Text Posts to Rival Elon Musk’s X
TikTok, the popular video streaming platform, is venturing into uncharted territory by allowing users to post text-only content for the first time. In a direct challenge to Elon Musk's embattled
LG Launches Mosquito Repellent Air Conditioner in Nigeria
LG Electronics has introduced a groundbreaking air conditioning system to the Nigerian market, unveiling the Dual Inverter Air Conditioner with its innovative Mosquito Away feature. This marks a significant step
Illegal Cigarette Trade Exposes Deeper Crisis on UK High Streets
Beneath the shopfronts of everyday Britain, a hidden network of illegal activity is thriving - and it’s far more than just cheap cigarettes. An underground economy fuelled by counterfeit tobacco
Apple Vision Pro – Is it worth $3,500?
Today, we have an exciting video lined up as we dive into the full impressions of the highly anticipated Apple Vision Pro AR and VR headset as captured by MrWhoseTheBoss,
Samsung Set to Launch ‘Galaxy Glass’ Mixed Reality Headset, Rivaling Apple’s Vision Pro
In a bid to challenge Apple's upcoming Vision Pro mixed reality headset, Samsung is reportedly accelerating the launch of its own mixed reality device, the 'Galaxy Glass.' Originally scheduled for
Multichoice Records N31.6 Billion Loss in Heritage Bank Liquidation
South African pay-TV giant, Multichoice Group, has announced a significant financial setback, writing off N31.6 billion ($21 million) held in cash with Heritage Bank, which was recently liquidated by the
AOL Retires Dial-Up Internet After Three Decades
AOL will shut down its long-running dial-up internet service at the end of September, closing a chapter that introduced millions of households in the US to life online. The service,
Florida A&M University Puts $237.75 Million Donation on Hold Amid Validity Concerns
Florida A&M University (FAMU) has decided to pause a purported $237.75 million donation following questions raised about the authenticity of the gift and concerns regarding the donor's previous donations. The
Nike to Launch First U.S. ‘Jordan World of Flight’ Store in Philadelphia
Nike is set to introduce its inaugural Jordan World of Flight store in the United States, with plans to open the exclusive destination for Michael Jordan-branded sneakers and apparel in
Ford’s EV Charging Deal With Tesla Puts Pressure on GM, Other Rival Automakers
In a surprising development, Ford Motor and Tesla have entered into a deal concerning electric vehicle (EV) charging technology and infrastructure. This collaboration has the potential to create new challenges
YouTube Creators Added £2.2bn to UK Economy in 2024, Report Finds
YouTube content creators generated £2.2 billion for the UK economy last year and supported 45,000 jobs, according to a new report by Oxford Economics. The findings were released alongside the
Meta’s Fact-Checkers Battle Wildfire Misinformation Amid Looming Program Shutdown
Just hours after Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg announced the company’s decision to eliminate its U.S.-based fact-checking program, a new crisis ignited - literally. The hills above Los Angeles began to
Microsoft Re-launches ‘Privacy Nightmare’ AI Screenshot Tool
Microsoft is set to relaunch its AI-powered screenshot tool, Recall, in November after facing widespread criticism over privacy concerns. Originally described as a "privacy nightmare" when introduced in May 2024,
Carlos Ghosn Sues Nissan For $1 Billion in Lebanon
Former Nissan chairman Carlos Ghosn has filed a lawsuit against the company for over $1 billion, as revealed in a copy of the lawsuit seen by Reuters and filed with
Conor McGregor Dropped by Proper No. Twelve Whiskey Brand Following Legal Case
Irish whiskey brand Proper No. Twelve has ended its association with mixed martial artist Conor McGregor, following his liability ruling in a sexual assault case. Proximo Spirits, the owner and
