Addison Lee Owner Back in Black as Cab Bookings Surge
The company that owns London’s private hire cab firm Addison Lee has broken into profits as passenger revenue surged by a third. Accounts filed at Companies House this week show
Meta Launches Standalone AI Assistant App, Expanding Challenge to OpenAI and Google
Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook, has launched a dedicated mobile app for its Meta AI assistant, marking a bold step in its ongoing push to compete with artificial
UK Pushes Back Driverless Car Rollout to 2027 as Uber Says It’s Ready to Launch
Uber says it is ready to deploy driverless taxis on UK roads, but new government timelines suggest fully autonomous vehicles won’t be approved until late 2027. While previous government projections
CEO Zhao Calls Binance Nigeria Limited Scam Entity
The chief executive officer (CEO) of Binance, Mr Changpeng “CZ” Zhao, has called Binance Nigeria Limited a scam entity, noting that the cryptocurrency exchange has issued a cease and desist
Kraft Heinz Shelves Breakup Plan, Announces $600m Turnaround Investment
Kraft Heinz has abandoned plans to split its business in two, opting instead to keep its portfolio of brands under one roof as it works to revive slowing sales. The
Court Adjourns Binance Tax Evasion Case Over Ongoing Settlement Talks
The Federal High Court in Abuja has postponed proceedings in the tax evasion case involving cryptocurrency company Binance Holdings Limited to allow both parties continue settlement discussions. Justice Emeka Nwite
Nike Unveils New ACG Izy With Reflective Wrinkled Finish
Nike is adding a bold twist to its outdoor-inspired lineup with the latest version of the ACG Izy, a silhouette known for its Wallabee-like design. Unlike previous editions, which often
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.
Minimalist Phone Emerges with Physical Keyboard, Promising Four Days of Battery Life
In an era dominated by feature-rich smartphones, Minimal, a company aiming to counter the digital overload, has unveiled the "Minimal Phone." The device is designed for users seeking efficiency and
The Fate of Elon Musk’s Deal to Buy Twitter Now Comes Down to the Money
The countdown is now on for Elon Musk and Twitter to close their $44 billion acquisition deal by October 28 or be forced to again prepare for a trial after
Paramount Holds Firm on $30-Per-Share Offer as Warner Bros. Discovery Backs Netflix Deal
Paramount has confirmed it will not increase its $30-per-share takeover bid for Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD) for now, despite the media company’s board rejecting the proposal in favour of its
Jordan Brand Unveils Exquisite Diamond-Studded Air Jordan 4 “First Class” Exclusively for WNBA Athletes
As 2023 officially comes to a close, Jordan Brand has revealed a spectacular project to celebrate its connection with the WNBA. The latest creation, the Air Jordan 4 "First Class,"
Just 4% of CEOs are Prioritizing Bringing Workers Back into the Office Full Time
In a recent survey conducted by The Conference Board, it was disclosed that a mere 4% of CEOs in the United States and globally are prioritizing a complete return to
Elon Musk’s X Just Sued a Nonprofit Advertising Group Out of Existence
The Global Alliance for Responsible Media (GARM), a key advertising industry group, has announced its closure just days after Elon Musk’s X, formerly known as Twitter, filed a lawsuit against
Starbucks Launches Olive Oil Coffee Drinks in Italy
The world's largest coffee chain Starbucks says it is launching a line of olive oil-infused drinks in Italy. Chief executive Howard Schultz says olive oil's "unexpected, velvety, buttery flavour… enhanced
Ford Recalls More Than 230,000 Explorers for Rollaway Risk
Ford has issued a recall for specific models of the 2020-2022 Explorer due to concerns related to a potential rollaway risk when the parking brake is not engaged. According to
Apple Reports ‘Tremendous’ Global Demand for Latest iPhones Ahead of Holiday Season
Apple CEO Tim Cook says the company’s newest iPhones have received “a tremendous response” worldwide, as the tech giant reported strong quarterly earnings and forecasted record-breaking sales for the holiday
Starbucks Korea to Close Stores for Staff Training After Promotional Campaign Sparks Backlash
Starbucks Korea has announced plans to temporarily shut all of its outlets nationwide next week to allow employees participate in special training following public criticism over a promotional campaign linked
Obama’s Official Portraitist Kehinde Wiley Reveals Secret Project
Renowned artist Kehinde Wiley, celebrated for his iconic official portrait of former US President Barack Obama, has revealed a decade-long secret project centred around painting African heads of state in
Samsung Heavy Industries Hires Foreign Welders to Bridge Labor Shortage
Samsung Heavy Industries (SHI) has hired over 40 welders from Indonesia to work at its Geoje Island yard in South Korea as it struggles to recruit skilled workers, the company
