Microsoft Celebrates Game Creators in Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, S/Africa
Microsoft, through its Africa Transformation Office (ATO), has announced its planned Xbox Game Studios Game Camp Africa, a two-day conference to recognise and celebrate all game creators across more than
Instagram Probes AI Accounts Sexualising Disabled People
Instagram and its parent company Meta have launched an investigation into AI-generated profiles on the platform that appear to sexualise disabled people. The move follows an investigation by the BBC,
The End of the Swipe: New York City Prepares to Say Goodbye to the MetroCard
For more than 30 years, the ritual has been the same. You step up to the turnstile, swipe your blue-and-yellow MetroCard, and hope you’ve nailed the perfect speed. Too fast,
TSMC Grapples with Talent Shortage Amid Global Expansion
The world's leading chipmaker, TSMC (Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company), faces significant challenges as it navigates a global talent shortage amidst rapid expansion plans. Traditionally relying on a buddy system for
Disney, WBD, and Fox Cancel Venu Sports Streaming Service Ahead of Launch
In a surprising turn of events, Disney, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), and Fox Corporation have announced the cancellation of their joint streaming service, Venu Sports, just months before its anticipated
Alaska Airlines Cleared to Finalize $1.9 Billion Acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, Says U.S. Transportation Department
The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has given Alaska Airlines the green light to proceed with its $1.9 billion acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, following an agreement between the carriers to
Rockstar Teases “Mind-Blowing” Features for GTA 6 at Golden Joystick Awards
The 24th edition of the Golden Joystick Awards, the world’s longest-running video game ceremony, delivered an evening of celebration for standout titles like Final Fantasy VII: Rebirth, Helldivers 2, and
How Georgia is Fueling the Flow of U.S. Used Cars to Russia Despite Sanctions
In the shadow of geopolitical tensions, the South Caucasus nation of Georgia has emerged as a pivotal hub in the global used car trade, with vehicles sourced primarily from the
Taiwan’s ONGLAISAT Satellite Captures High-Resolution Earth Images
A newly launched Taiwanese observation satellite, ONGLAISAT, has successfully captured high-resolution images of Earth, marking a significant achievement in small-satellite technology. The satellite, built with the help of Japanese startup
Nike Unveils Official Images of Jordan Poole’s “Milk and Cookies” GT Cut 3 PE
Nike has officially released images of Washington Wizards guard Jordan Poole’s Nike Zoom GT Cut 3 “Milk and Cookies” Player Edition (PE), giving fans a first full look at the
Apple Agrees to Up to $500 Million Settlement Over iPhone Slowdown Controversy
In a significant development marking the resolution of a long-standing legal battle, tech behemoth Apple has conceded to pay a settlement amounting to hundreds of millions of dollars, addressing allegations
Dunkin’ Enters Energy Drink Market Amidst Controversy, Launches “SPARKD’ Energy” Beverages
Dunkin' is stepping into the highly caffeinated beverage market with the launch of its "SPARKD' Energy" iced drinks, aiming to tap into the growing demand for energy-boosting beverages. However, the
Nvidia and AMD to Pay 15% of China Chip Sales to US
U.S. semiconductor leaders Nvidia and AMD have agreed to channel 15% of their Chinese sales from certain high-end chips directly to Washington in exchange for permission to resume exports to
Viet Dinh, Fox’s Top Lawyer Who Oversaw its $787 Million Dominion Settlement, is Stepping Down
Fox Corporation, a prominent media conglomerate, has announced a significant shift in its corporate leadership as its chief legal officer, Viet Dinh, is set to exit the company. This move
Axel Springer To Acquire Telegraph Media Group In £575m Deal
European media giant Axel Springer has agreed to acquire Telegraph Media Group (TMG) for £575 million. The agreement surpasses a £500 million takeover proposal made late last year by Daily
Google Unveils AI Co-Scientist to Assist Researchers in Scientific Discovery
Google has introduced an advanced artificial intelligence system, AI Co-Scientist, designed to aid researchers in generating hypotheses and planning experiments. The tech company emphasized that AI Co-Scientist is not a
Sam Bankman-Fried is Going to Jail
In a significant turn of events, a federal judge has made the decision to revoke the bail granted to Sam Bankman-Fried, co-founder of FTX cryptocurrency exchange, citing allegations of witness
Nvidia Crosses Historic $5 Trillion Valuation as AI Demand Fuels Unprecedented Growth
Nvidia made corporate history in October after briefly becoming the first company to reach a $5 trillion market valuation, a milestone driven largely by its central role in the global
Google Takes Down Links to California News Sites Amid Proposed Legislation on Payment to Publishers
Google has initiated the removal of links to California news websites in response to proposed state legislation that seeks payment for news content usage by tech companies like Google and
Melinda French Gates Explains Departure from Gates Foundation and Announces New Philanthropic Focus
Melinda French Gates, renowned philanthropist and co-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, has revealed her motivations for resigning from the foundation and detailed her future philanthropic plans. In
