Wayve and Uber Move Closer to Launching Self-Driving Taxis in London
Uber is preparing to introduce self-driving taxis in London through a partnership with British autonomous driving company Wayve, marking a significant step toward commercial driverless transport in the United Kingdom.
Greece Moves to Ban Social Media Access for Under-15s Starting Next Year
Greece has announced plans to block children under the age of 15 from accessing social media platforms beginning in January next year, as part of efforts to address growing concerns
AI Will Shrink Workforces Within Five Years, Say Company Execs
A recent global survey conducted by Swiss staffing firm Adecco Group, in collaboration with research firm Oxford Economics, highlights executives' expectations regarding the impact of artificial intelligence (AI) on employment
Behind The Scenes At CBS: How “60 Minutes” Finally Aired Its Controversial CECOT Report
After weeks of internal tension, public criticism and heated debate, CBS News is finally airing its long-delayed “60 Minutes” segment on Venezuelan migrants deported by the United States to a
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
Pop Mart Forecasts 350% Profit Surge Amid Global Labubu Craze
Chinese toy maker Pop Mart is set to report a dramatic rise in profits, driven by the global success of its wildly popular Labubu collectible dolls. The Beijing-based company said
UNILAG Power Cut Over N1 Billion Unpaid Electricity Debt, Says Eko Disco
The Eko Electricity Distribution Company (Eko Disco) has disconnected the University of Lagos (UNILAG) from the power grid due to an outstanding debt of over N1 billion in unpaid electricity
Fashion Retailer Express Files for Bankruptcy, Closing Over 100 Stores
Fashion retailer Express Inc. has filed for bankruptcy, citing ongoing challenges with its merchandise mix and struggling to attract customers. The company, known for its trendy clothing, submitted the filing
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners Unveils $1 Billion Expansion Plan in the Philippines
Coca-Cola, the renowned US beverage conglomerate, is set to inject a whopping $1 billion into its business operations in the Philippines, as announced by the President's Office. The proclamation follows
Inside Moltbook, The Online Network Where AI Talks To Itself
A new online platform called Moltbook is attracting attention for an unusual reason: it is designed for artificial intelligence systems to interact with one another, not for people. At first
Gazprom Records First Annual Loss in Over 20 Years Amid Europe Sales Decline
In a significant financial downturn, Gazprom, Russia's state-owned gas giant, has reported its first annual loss in over two decades, amounting to 629 billion rubles ($6.9 billion) for the year
Potential 10-Day UPS Strike Could Result in $7.1 Billion Loss for US Economy
According to an estimate from Anderson Economic Group, a Michigan-based economic research firm, a 10-day strike by UPS workers could potentially cost the US economy a staggering $7.1 billion. If
Yeezy Stock Sales Improve Outlook for Adidas
Adidas, the German sportswear giant, has raised its earnings outlook for the year after experiencing high demand for its remaining stock of discontinued Yeezy merchandise. The company now anticipates a
Controversy Surrounds Blockbuster Chinese Video Game “Black Myth: Wukong” Over Streaming Guidelines
The highly anticipated Chinese video game Black Myth: Wukong has ignited a heated debate online after the developers issued guidelines to streamers, advising them to avoid discussing certain topics during
Former Disney Star Bridgit Mendler Ventures into Space Industry with Northwood Space Startup
Former Disney Channel actress Bridgit Mendler, best known for her roles in "Good Luck Charlie" and "Wizards of Waverly Place," has embarked on a new journey as the co-founder and
Diesel Price Soars to N950/litre, Triggering Concerns of Shutdowns and Job Losses
Oil marketers have raised an alarm over the skyrocketing cost of diesel in Nigeria, revealing that a combination of foreign exchange challenges and the recent implementation of a 7.5% Value
White House Requests Limited Rollout of OpenAI’s Next AI Model Over Safety Concerns
The White House has asked OpenAI to restrict the initial release of its upcoming GPT-5.6 artificial intelligence model to a small group of government-approved partners, according to a source familiar
AMVCA 2023: Broda Shaggi Takes Home Best Actor in Comedy
Nigerian comedian Samuel Perry, widely known as Broda Shaggi, has secured the prestigious award for Best Actor in a Comedy. Shaggi's outstanding performance in the movie "Inside Life" earned him
Heathrow Ends 100ml Liquid Restriction After Completing Scanner Upgrade
Heathrow Airport has removed the long-standing 100ml limit on liquids in hand luggage after completing the installation of new CT security scanners across all its terminals. With the rollout now
Samsung Boss, Lee Jae-yong, Acquitted of Financial Crimes in Surprise Legal Victory
In a surprising ruling, Lee Jae-yong, the billionaire boss of Samsung Electronics, has been acquitted by a Seoul court on charges of stock manipulation and accounting fraud linked to a