Sleeping Dogs Movie Makes Major Progress as First Script Draft Is Completed
The long-awaited Sleeping Dogs film adaptation has taken a significant step forward, as actor and producer Simu Liu confirmed that the first script draft is complete. Based on the 2012
Former Activision Blizzard CEO Bobby Kotick Eyes TikTok Acquisition Amid Regulatory Pressure
Amid regulatory pressures and the looming threat of a potential ban or forced sale of TikTok in the United States, Bobby Kotick, the former CEO of Activision Blizzard, reportedly expressed
Celsius Founder Sentenced to 12 Years for Defrauding Crypto Investors
Alexander Mashinsky, founder and former CEO of collapsed crypto lending platform Celsius Network, has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for defrauding customers out of billions by misrepresenting
Tech Layoffs are Becoming the New Normal
Tech industry layoffs are surging in 2024, defying expectations amid substantial cash reserves accumulated by many firms. While last year's job cuts were attributed to economic pressures from inflation and
Disney to Pay $10m to Settle Alleged Children’s Privacy Law Breaches
The Walt Disney Company has agreed to pay $10 million (£7.4 million) to resolve allegations that it violated US children’s privacy laws by failing to properly label certain YouTube videos
Broadcasters Accuse YouTube of ‘Massaging’ Viewing Figures to Boost Ad Business
YouTube has been accused of “massaging” viewing figures to boost its advertising business in a major row with British broadcasters. The Google-owned video sharing platform is currently in discussions with
Thailand Expands Visa-Free Entry to 93 Countries
In a move aimed at revitalizing its tourism industry, Thailand has extended its visa-free entry scheme to include passport holders from 93 countries and territories. This new policy, effective Monday,
Universities Shutting Down – ASUU Rues N200m to N300m Monthly Electricity Bill
The Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) has raised alarm over the imminent collapse of many Nigerian universities due to the unsustainable cost of electricity. ASUU President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke,
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
Concerns Rise Over Super Cheap Robotaxi Rides in China
In Wuhan, China, residents can travel six miles in a driverless taxi for a mere 50 cents, thanks to the rapid rise of Robotaxi services. This new transportation trend, driven
Adidas Says Dropping Kanye West Could Cost it More Than $1 Billion in Sales
Adidas’ breakup with Ye, formerly known as Kanye West, is a pricey one. As reported on CNN, the company warned Thursday that it’s expected to lose $1.3 billion (1.2 billion
WhatsApp Backs Apple in Legal Fight Against UK Government Over Encrypted User Data
WhatsApp has formally expressed its support for Apple in an ongoing legal battle with the UK Home Office over encrypted user data, warning that the case could have far-reaching consequences
Howard Schultz Urges Starbucks Revival Amid Dismal Earnings
Former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz, though having departed the coffee giant several months ago, continues to offer insights and critiques regarding the company he led for approximately 25 years over
Amazon Accidentally Alerts Staff to Fresh Round of Layoffs
Amazon has inadvertently confirmed another wave of job cuts after an internal email referencing ongoing layoffs was mistakenly shared with employees. The draft message, written by Colleen Aubrey, a senior
Microsoft Unveils AI to Animate Faces from Photos, Featuring the Mona Lisa Rapping
Microsoft has introduced a groundbreaking artificial intelligence technology capable of bringing static faces to life, allowing for realistic animations synchronized with audio clips. Known as VASA-1, the AI model was
Comcast to Spin Off NBCUniversal Into Separate Public Company
NEW YORK - Comcast has announced plans to separate NBCUniversal and its European media business, Sky, into a standalone publicly traded company, a move that analysts say could reshape the
World’s Richest Man Elon Musk Leaves Jeff Bezos in the Dust by $237 Billion
Elon Musk, the world's richest man, capped an extraordinary 2024 with a jaw-dropping surge in his wealth, widening the gap between himself and Amazon founder Jeff Bezos to a staggering
Elizabeth Holmes Objects to Government Requesting She Pay $250 a Month to Victims After Prison
Elizabeth Holmes, the disgraced former Theranos CEO, is arguing that she has "limited financial means" and should not be required to pay $250 per month to the victims of her
Iceland Offers £1 Reward to Shoppers Who Report Shoplifters
Supermarket chain Iceland has launched a new initiative that will see customers rewarded with £1 credit on their Bonus Card if they report shoplifting incidents in-store. The company’s executive chairman,
McDonald’s to Shut Down CosMc’s Spinoff Amid Shifting Consumer Trends
McDonald’s has announced it will shutter its CosMc’s spinoff, just two years after launching the beverage-centric brand aimed at younger, trend-savvy consumers. The fast-food giant confirmed Friday that all five
