Nigerian Government to Temporarily Suspend N10 Tax on Sweetened Beverages

Nigerian Government to Temporarily Suspend N10 Tax on Sweetened Beverages

The Nigerian federal government has announced plans to temporarily suspend the N10 tax on sweetened sugar beverages as part of its economic stabilization efforts. Minister of Finance Wale Edun made

Marketers Adjust Pumps as Fuel Price Hits N617/Litre

Marketers Adjust Pumps as Fuel Price Hits N617/Litre

Petrol prices in some Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) filling stations in Abuja surged from N537/litre to N617/litre on Tuesday, leaving independent oil marketers to confirm the increase and

Chinese Tech Company Claims Success in Cracking Apple AirDrop Encryption to Identify Users

Chinese Tech Company Claims Success in Cracking Apple AirDrop Encryption to Identify Users

A Beijing-based tech company, Wangshendongjian Technology, has reportedly achieved a breakthrough in cracking the encryption surrounding Apple's AirDrop wireless file-sharing function, allowing for the identification of users, as stated by

OpenAI Launches AI-Powered Browser to Compete With Google Chrome

OpenAI Launches AI-Powered Browser to Compete With Google Chrome

OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, has launched a new artificial intelligence-powered web browser called ChatGPT Atlas, in a bold move to challenge industry giants such as Google, which dominates the

Adidas Eyes Taylor Swift Collaboration After Parting Ways with Kanye West

Adidas Eyes Taylor Swift Collaboration After Parting Ways with Kanye West

Adidas, having severed ties with multi-faceted creative Kanye West and his Yeezy brand over a year ago, is actively seeking fresh collaborations, with global music sensation Taylor Swift emerging as

Microsoft Implements iPhone-Only Policy for China-Based Employees, Bans Android Devices

Microsoft Implements iPhone-Only Policy for China-Based Employees, Bans Android Devices

Microsoft has announced a significant policy change affecting its employees in China, mandating that they use only iPhones for work purposes, effective September 2024. This move comes as part of

From Smart Living to Squeezed Living: Why Canada’s Micro-Condos Are Falling Out of Favour

From Smart Living to Squeezed Living: Why Canada’s Micro-Condos Are Falling Out of Favour

When Maggie Hildebrand moved into her first Toronto apartment, everything she needed was technically within reach. Her kitchen, dining area, work desk and bed all fit neatly into a single

Nintendo to Introduce Virtual Game Cards for Digital Game Sharing

Nintendo to Introduce Virtual Game Cards for Digital Game Sharing

Nintendo is set to roll out a new feature called Virtual Game Cards, allowing users to share their digitally purchased games between devices - bringing a level of flexibility previously

FBI Warns Gmail Users of AI-Driven Scams Impersonating Google Support

FBI Warns Gmail Users of AI-Driven Scams Impersonating Google Support

Gmail users are being urged to stay alert as cybercriminals deploy AI-powered scams designed to steal login credentials. The FBI has issued a warning about a sophisticated phishing attack that

Google’s Ad Business Faces Legal Scrutiny Amid Monopoly Allegations

Google’s Ad Business Faces Legal Scrutiny Amid Monopoly Allegations

Google's advertising empire is under intense scrutiny as the US Department of Justice (DOJ) and 17 states argue the tech giant has unlawfully dominated the online advertising market. During a

Tesla Recalls Over 125,000 Vehicles Due to Faulty Seat Belt Warning System

Tesla Recalls Over 125,000 Vehicles Due to Faulty Seat Belt Warning System

Tesla is set to recall 125,227 vehicles in the United States because of a defect in the seat belt warning system, which could increase the risk of injury in the

TikTok Pulls Huda Beauty CEO’s Video Over Anti-Israel Conspiracy Claims

TikTok Pulls Huda Beauty CEO’s Video Over Anti-Israel Conspiracy Claims

TikTok has taken down a video posted by beauty mogul Huda Kattan, founder of the global cosmetics brand Huda Beauty, after she made a series of conspiracy-laden claims about Israel.

Starbucks Sales Decline as Customers Push Back Against High Prices

Starbucks Sales Decline as Customers Push Back Against High Prices

Starbucks is facing a drop in sales as customers appear to be resisting the high costs of its popular iced coffees and lemonades. The coffee giant reported a 3% decrease

Anthropic Unveils AI Model Capable of Working Nearly an Entire Day Without Human Input

Anthropic Unveils AI Model Capable of Working Nearly an Entire Day Without Human Input

Artificial intelligence startup Anthropic has introduced a powerful new model that can operate autonomously for close to seven hours - a development that signals a potential shift in how businesses

Audi to Cut 7,500 Jobs Amid Challenges in Germany’s Auto Industry

Audi to Cut 7,500 Jobs Amid Challenges in Germany’s Auto Industry

Audi has announced plans to cut up to 7,500 jobs at its German facilities by 2029, citing increasing economic pressure and the need to transition to electric vehicle (EV) production.

Doritos Bets on ‘Golden Sriracha’ as Its Next Iconic Flavor

Doritos Bets on ‘Golden Sriracha’ as Its Next Iconic Flavor

Nearly four decades after the launch of its best-selling “Cool Ranch” flavor, Doritos is banking on “Golden Sriracha” to become its next big hit. The PepsiCo-owned brand has added the

PUMA Joins Forces with F1 ACADEMY as Official Partner

PUMA Joins Forces with F1 ACADEMY as Official Partner

F1 ACADEMY announced today a significant partnership with renowned sportswear brand PUMA ahead of the series' highly anticipated second season, set to kick off in Saudi Arabia on March 7th.

South African Billionaire Now Richest Person in Africa After Dangote’s Wealth Drops by $2.80bn

South African Billionaire Now Richest Person in Africa After Dangote’s Wealth Drops by $2.80bn

Aliko Dangote, who was previously the richest man in Africa, has been displaced by South African billionaire Johann Rupert, according to the Forbes Billionaire Ranking. Dangote's net worth has dropped

WhatsApp Unveils Updated Emoji Reaction Design for Chats and Channels

WhatsApp Unveils Updated Emoji Reaction Design for Chats and Channels

WhatsApp has introduced a refreshed design for emoji reactions across chats, groups, and channels, improving how users interact with messages on the platform. The update brings a more streamlined and

BHP and Vale Sign $30 Billion Settlement with Brazil Over 2015 Mariana Dam Disaster

BHP and Vale Sign $30 Billion Settlement with Brazil Over 2015 Mariana Dam Disaster

In a landmark settlement, mining giants BHP and Vale have agreed to pay nearly $30 billion in compensation to the Brazilian government for the 2015 Mariana dam collapse, a tragedy

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