Amazon’s Ring Cancels Surveillance Partnership After Privacy Backlash
Amazon’s smart doorbell subsidiary Ring has ended a planned partnership with U.S. surveillance firm Flock Safety, following mounting criticism over privacy and surveillance concerns. The agreement, announced in October, would
Capital One Makes a Bold Move, Acquires Discover Financial Services in $35.3 Billion Deal
Capital One, a major player in the financial services industry, has announced its acquisition of Discover Financial Services for a whopping $35.3 billion in an all-stock transaction. This strategic move
Tesla Seeks Licence to Supply Power to UK Homes
Tesla, the electric vehicle and clean energy company founded by Elon Musk, has applied for regulatory approval to supply electricity to households and businesses across Britain. The application, submitted late
HMD Unveils Inaugural Self-Branded Mobile Devices, Focusing on Affordability and Repairability
HMD, the manufacturer behind Nokia-branded phones, has stepped into the spotlight with the launch of its first-ever self-branded mobile devices. These budget-friendly handsets prioritize both affordability and repairability, marking a
OpenAI Explores Launch of AI-Powered Browser to Compete with Google
OpenAI, the artificial intelligence powerhouse, is reportedly considering launching its own web browser, potentially disrupting Google’s dominance in the space. Following the recent debut of its ChatGPT Search feature, OpenAI’s
JD Power Quality Survey: Alfa Romeo Takes Top Spot
Alfa Romeo's surprising top-ranking in JD Power's Initial Quality report, released last week, challenges its reputation for excitement over trouble-free ownership, indicating a larger turnaround among multiple auto brands, including
Global Banking Crisis: What Just Happened?
Last Friday, the biggest failure of a US bank since the global financial crisis was playing out in real time as a major lender to the tech industry succumbed to
Everyman Cinema Chief Executive Steps Down After Profit Warning
Everyman Media Group has announced the departure of its chief executive, Alex Scrimgeour, less than three weeks after the cinema chain issued a profit warning and downgraded its financial outlook.
First Republic Bank Teeters on the Brink of Collapse
First Republic Bank (FRC) is teetering on the brink of collapse as shares fell to new all-time lows on reports the federal government and the nation’s biggest banks are reluctant
Elon Musk Tells Twitter Staff to Work Long Hours or Leave
Elon Musk has told Twitter staff that they must commit to working "long hours at high intensity" or else leave the company, according to reports. In an email to staff,
McDonald’s Customers are Starting to Balk at Higher Prices
McDonald's (MCD) had a juicy first quarter, but fat sales and profits aren't guaranteed this year as consumers begin to push back on higher prices for things like Big Macs
Tom Holland’s Non-Alcoholic Beer Brand, Bero, Launches at Target Amid Growing Sobriety Trend
Target is embracing the growing demand for non-alcoholic beverages by introducing Tom Holland’s non-alcoholic beer brand, Bero, in approximately 1,400 of its US stores. The brand, which launched in October
US Air Force’s AI-Controlled Fighter Jet Successfully Engages Human Pilots in Dogfight
In a significant advancement in military technology, the US Air Force has confirmed the successful testing of an AI-controlled fighter jet engaged in a dogfight against human pilots last year.
Huawei Rumoured to Launch Next-Gen Triple-Foldable Phone in 2025
Huawei may soon expand its groundbreaking triple-foldable smartphone lineup, with reports hinting at a new device launching next year. Tech tipster SmartPikachu claims the Chinese tech giant is preparing to
Amount UK’s Richest Pay in Income Tax Revealed
The UK’s wealthiest 60 individuals collectively paid more than £3 billion in income tax during the 2021/22 fiscal year, new figures reveal. Each of these individuals earned at least £50
Netflix Begins Phasing Out Cheapest Ad-Free Plan for Subscribers
Netflix is moving forward with its decision to discontinue its cheapest ad-free tier for existing subscribers, prompting them to select new plans to continue accessing the streaming service. The transition,
Amazon Set to Start Making Prime Deliveries Using Drones Later in 2022
American e-commerce giant, Amazon has announced that before the end of 2022, it will commence making Prime Air deliveries through the deployment of drones.Amazon made the disclosure in a press
Australia, Vanuatu Seal $328m Pact to Boost Security and Economic Ties
Australia and Vanuatu have reached a landmark 10-year agreement worth A$500 million (US$328 million), aimed at deepening cooperation on security, climate resilience, and economic development. Announced on Wednesday after months
Google Maps is Getting ‘Supercharged’ with Generative AI
Google Maps is set to undergo a transformative upgrade, integrating generative AI to provide users with personalized and nuanced recommendations. The feature, powered by large language models (LLM), aims to
Big Tech Executives Warn Europe’s New AI Law Could Stifle Innovation
Top executives from Amazon and Meta have raised concerns that the European Union’s new AI regulations could hamper technological innovation. The EU approved its AI Act this week, coinciding with
