The Snapchat AI Feature Makes Me Want to Delete the App
I’m very much aware that I have no control over the decisions social media apps and organizations make, but it would have been nice to know that a strange little
Jack in the Box Just Opened a Temporary Snoop Dogg Themed Restaurant in California
Jack in the Box has introduced a temporary pop-up restaurant in Inglewood, California, themed after iconic rapper Snoop Dogg, but contrary to expectations, the menu will not feature gin and
Google’s Manifest V3 Targets Ad Blockers on YouTube with Slower Extension Updates
Google has escalated its battle against ad blockers on YouTube with a significant move that could affect Chrome users. The new policy introduced in the Manifest V3 extension platform is
‘Temu is as Addictive as Sugar’: How the E-commerce Retailer Drives a Shopping Frenzy
Manchester-based Lucy Clark stumbled upon the retail app Temu in 2023, drawn in by its virtual casino-like allure. With spinning roulette wheels offering cash coupon rewards, countdown timers promising free
Elon Musk Announces a New AI Company
Elon Musk has announced the establishment of a new company, xAI, focusing on artificial intelligence, in his ongoing efforts to create a competitor to ChatGPT. The newly unveiled xAI company
The Olympics Tap its First-Ever Global Beer Sponsor
Anheuser-Busch InBev, the brewer behind Bud Light, makes history by becoming the inaugural beer sponsor for the next three Olympics and Paralympic Games, opting to feature its non-alcoholic brand, Corona
Samsung Set to Launch ‘Galaxy Glass’ Mixed Reality Headset, Rivaling Apple’s Vision Pro
In a bid to challenge Apple's upcoming Vision Pro mixed reality headset, Samsung is reportedly accelerating the launch of its own mixed reality device, the 'Galaxy Glass.' Originally scheduled for
Ford Overhauls Electric Vehicle Strategy Amid Shifting Market Demands
Ford is making significant adjustments to its electric vehicle (EV) strategy, responding to an unexpected shift in the American market where consumers are increasingly concerned about costs and battery range.
Netflix Debunks Exit Rumours, Reaffirms Commitment to Nigeria
Streaming giant Netflix has addressed recent speculations suggesting it plans to exit the Nigerian market due to economic challenges and regulatory pressures. Responding to the claims, Netflix dismissed the rumours,
Chinese Shadow Bank Zhongzhi Files for Bankruptcy
In the midst of China's deepening property market challenges, Zhongzhi Enterprise Group, a significant player in the country's $3 trillion shadow banking sector, has filed for bankruptcy liquidation. The move
Google Parent Alphabet to Cut 12,000 Jobs, Citing ‘Economic Reality’ in Latest Big Tech Layoffs
Google parent Alphabet Inc. is cutting 12,000 jobs worldwide in the latest round of layoffs to hit the technology sector. As reported by NBC News, CEO Sundar Pichai announced the
Outraged First Bank Shareholders Seek to Stop ‘Strange’ N350bn Private Placement
Shareholders of First Bank, Nigeria's oldest financial institution, are raising alarms over plans to execute a private placement valued at ₦350 billion. Many believe the move, spearheaded by Femi Otedola,
Mondelez Faces €337.5 Million Fine for Rigging European Markets
Mondelez, the renowned maker of Oreo cookies and Cadbury Dairy Milk chocolate, has been slapped with a hefty fine of €337.5 million ($366 million) by the European Union for engaging
Murdoch Family Succession Battle Ends With Lachlan Securing Control of Media Empire
The long-running power struggle over Rupert Murdoch’s vast media empire has come to an end, with his eldest son, Lachlan Murdoch, set to take full control of the family’s conservative-leaning
Tesla Hit With Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Privacy Intrusion
A California Tesla owner on Friday sued the electric carmaker in a prospective class action lawsuit accusing it of violating the privacy of customers. The lawsuit in the U.S. District
Barbie Toy Sales Shoot Up 25% After Film’s Success
The blockbuster success of the 'Barbie' movie, which took the global box office by storm shortly after its summer release, is now having a significant impact on Barbie toy sales.
ispace Moon Landing: CEO Assumes Lander Crashed
Japanese lunar exploration company ispace attempted to land its first cargo mission on the moon on Tuesday, but lost communication with the spacecraft and has deemed the attempt unsuccessful, CEO
Nigerian Customs Service Generates N4.2 Trillion in Revenue Over Nine Months, Surpassing Previous Years
The Nigerian Customs Service (NCS) has announced a remarkable revenue milestone, generating N4.2 trillion in the first nine months of 2024. This achievement, revealed by the Comptroller General of Customs,
Nasdaq Has Worst Day Since 2022 as Tech Stocks Get Slammed
The Nasdaq Composite index experienced its sharpest downturn since December 2022 as tech stocks faced significant selling pressure, marking a stark contrast to the Dow's continued rise to record highs.
Activision Blizzard Settles Gender Discrimination Lawsuit with California for $54 Million
In a landmark resolution, video game giant Activision Blizzard and the California Civil Rights Department (CRD) have reached a settlement in a gender discrimination lawsuit, amounting to approximately $54 million.
