Ghana Cedis Named Worst Performing Currency Against the U.S Dollar
Ghana, the second largest cocoa producer in the world, bags the worst-performing currency against its global counterpart, the United States Dollar. Earlier this week, the local currency lost 3.3% of
Trump Introduces $100,000 Annual Fee for H-1B Skilled Worker Visa Applicants
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order imposing a $100,000 annual fee on companies sponsoring foreign workers under the H-1B visa program, a move that could significantly impact
Twitter’s Revenue Drops As Advertisers Voice Major Concerns
Twitter has been bleeding advertisers since Elon Musk took over, with several high-profile companies pausing promotions on the platform. According to a report by Bloomberg, last year, from September to
Apple Removes Apps Used to Track US Immigration Officers
Apple has taken down several mobile apps that allowed users to report sightings of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, citing safety concerns flagged by law enforcement. Among the
Google Search, Samsung’s Bing Pivot, and Microsoft Word to Microsoft Phrase
In the past, I’d noted that Google was largely wasting money paying Apple to have its search engine as the default search in Apple products. My thesis was based on
Is Coca-Cola a Smart Stock to Buy Before the End of 2023?
As the year concludes, investors are contemplating their investment strategies for 2023, seeking a balance between stability and returns. While the iconic beverage giant Coca-Cola (KO) offers a renowned brand
China’s Comac Steps Onto the Global Stage as It Challenges Aviation’s Biggest Names
Amid rows of aircraft models, mock cockpits and high-tech aviation displays at the Singapore Airshow, one exhibitor has been attracting outsized attention: Comac, China’s state-owned aircraft manufacturer. The company has
GNC Pins Hopes on Ozempic to Revive Struggling Business
GNC, a prominent vitamin and dietary supplement chain, is implementing a new strategy to revitalize its business by targeting individuals taking GLP-1 drugs for weight loss, including popular medications like
Melvin Capital to Shut After Heavy Losses on Meme Stocks, Market Slump
Melvin Capital, once one of Wall Street's most successful hedge funds which then lost billions in the meme stock saga, will shut down after it was hit again by this
David Beckham Teams Up with Stella Artois to Revitalize Iconic Lager Brand
Stella Artois, the renowned lager with a rich history spanning nearly a century, has enlisted global icon David Beckham in a bid to restore its prominence in the competitive beer
LL Flooring Files for Bankruptcy, Announces Closure of 94 Stores
LL Flooring, previously known as Lumber Liquidators, has filed for bankruptcy and announced plans to close 94 of its stores across the United States. The flooring retailer, which has been
adidas AG Faces Investor Concerns as Price-to-Sales Ratio Raises Red Flags
In the world of German luxury companies, where nearly half boast price-to-sales ratios (P/S) below 0.8x, adidas AG (ETR:ADS) is standing out with a 1.5x P/S ratio, prompting some investors
Starbucks Introduces Environmentally Friendly Redesign for Plastic Cups
Starbucks has unveiled a sustainable makeover for its plastic cups, aiming to reduce environmental impact while maintaining the familiar experience for customers. The coffee chain announced on Thursday a redesigned
Google Launches an AI Coding Bot for Android developers
Google has unveiled Studio Bot, an AI-powered coding tool designed to assist Android developers with generating code, fixing errors, and answering questions about Android. The bot will be built on
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
Pepsi Acknowledges CM Punk’s Tattoo Tribute in Viral Social Media Moment
CM Punk’s iconic Pepsi tattoo has long been a defining part of his image - and now, the soft drink giant is tipping its hat to the wrestling legend. Pepsi’s
Starbucks Agrees to Pay $35m to New York City Workers in Landmark Labour Settlement
Starbucks has agreed to pay more than $35 million to thousands of its New York City workers following a major settlement over claims that the company repeatedly violated local labour
Elon Musk, Twitter Sued by Florida Pension Fund Over $44bn Takeover
These might not be the best times for popular business magnate Elon Musk as his $44 billion buyout of Twitter Inc. has been challenged in a lawsuit by a Florida
This Airline Wants You to Travel Without Clothes
Travellers flying with Japan Airlines now have a unique option for packing for their trips, thanks to a year-long trial of a service called "Any Wear, Anywhere." This service allows
DeepSeek’s Shock Debut Shook Silicon Valley – But Has It Changed AI?
When Chinese AI firm DeepSeek released its chatbot, DeepSeek-R1, in late January, few in the United States had heard of it. Within 48 hours, it was the most downloaded free
