Cyberattack Disrupts Wall Street, Knocks Systems Offline
EquiLend, a prominent Wall Street firm processing trillions of dollars in securities transactions monthly, has fallen victim to a cyberattack, disrupting some of its systems, the company confirmed on Wednesday.
Anthropic Unveils AI Model Capable of Working Nearly an Entire Day Without Human Input
Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has introduced a powerful new model that can operate autonomously for close to seven hours - a development that signals a potential shift in how businesses
Nintendo Switch 2 Gains Momentum as Hundreds of Developers Gear Up for 2024 Launch
Amidst persistent rumours and speculation, the prospect of the Nintendo Switch 2 hitting the market in 2024 seems increasingly likely, fueled by an influx of developers reportedly working on games
Surging Natural Gas Prices Squeeze U.S. Industrial Sector
Skyrocketing natural gas prices have raised manufacturing and transportation costs across many U.S. industries, and the situation should persist as the United States exports more gas to Europe to make
Sacked Twitter Employees in Ghana Receive Compensation After Long Battle
Former employees of X, formerly known as Twitter, who were sacked from the company's African headquarters in Ghana over a year ago, have finally received their pay-off, according to the
Coca-Cola and Pepsi Dominate Non-Alcoholic Drinks Market
Coca-Cola has once again secured its position as the world’s most valuable non-alcoholic drinks brand, according to a new report by brand valuation consultancy, Brand Finance. The brand’s value has
Meet Khan Academy’s Chatbot Tutor
The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into the classroom is a topic that has sparked debates among educators and experts. While some are wary of its potential for facilitating cheating
Reebok and Whim Golf Debut Exclusive Classic Leather Sneaker
Reebok has partnered with luxury golf apparel brand Whim Golf to launch a new iteration of the Classic Leather sneaker, marking the latest development in their collaboration. The Whim Golf
Oreo Production Resumes in Ukraine as Mondelez Rebuilds War-Damaged Factory
Mondelez International has successfully resumed production of Oreo cookies in Ukraine, following extensive repairs to its plant in Trostyanets, which was severely damaged during Russia’s invasion nearly two years ago.
Wikipedia’s Most Popular Pages of 2024 Revealed
Wikipedia, a go-to source of information for millions worldwide, has unveiled its most-visited pages for 2024. Released by the Wikimedia Foundation, the list highlights the topics that captured global attention
China Moves To Ban Hidden Car Door Handles Over Safety Risks
China has announced a ban on hidden car door handles, becoming the first country to formally prohibit the design amid growing safety concerns surrounding electric vehicles (EVs). The decision follows
Samsung Advances Plans for Floating Data Centers as Project Gains Regulatory Approval
Samsung is pushing forward with plans to develop floating data centers on ships as demand for digital infrastructure and artificial intelligence computing capacity continues to surge worldwide. The initiative is
Activision Blizzard Twitter Account Hacked in Solana Crypto Scam
Gaming giant Activision Blizzard faced a security breach Thursday night when its official Twitter account was compromised and used to promote a Solana-based cryptocurrency scam. The hack targeted the Twitter
UK Watchdog Considers Forcing Google to Offer Rival Search Engine Options
Google could soon be required to provide UK users with more choice over which search engine they use, following a fresh investigation by the country’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA).
French-Owned Vessel Transits Strait Of Hormuz Amid Ongoing Regional Tensions
A container ship owned by French shipping giant CMA CGM has successfully navigated the Strait of Hormuz, marking a notable development in maritime activity more than a month after conflict
Holcim Announces Exit from Nigeria After 65 Years, Focuses on High-Growth Markets
Swiss building materials giant Holcim is set to withdraw from Nigeria after 65 years, citing a strategic shift toward high-growth regions and sustainable solutions. The company plans to sell its
Apple to Open New Store in Shanghai as China Sales Plummet
AApple is set to open a new store in Shanghai later this month as part of its efforts to bolster its retail footprint, even as iPhone sales in China face
Pinterest’s Push Into AI Sparks Backlash From Long-Time Users
Pinterest’s accelerating shift toward artificial intelligence is unsettling some of its most loyal users, who say the platform is becoming crowded with low-quality AI images and straying from its original
Stolen Superman Comic Once Owned by Nicolas Cage Sells for $15 Million
A rare copy of the 1938 comic that first introduced Superman has been sold for a staggering $15 million (£11.2 million) in a private transaction, setting a new benchmark in
Riots in France Have Already Cost Businesses More Than $1 Billion
"Just weeks after hugely disruptive protests and strikes over pension reforms in France finally died down, businesses in the country are grappling with the fallout from a week of rioting,"
