Volkswagen Recalls 260,000 Compact Cars Over Fire Risk
Volkswagen has issued a recall for over 260,000 compact cars in the United States due to a potential fire risk associated with a pump located inside the gas tank. The
Apple Bets Big on AI With Its Most Ambitious Siri Overhaul Yet
For years, Siri was one of the most recognisable features of Apple's ecosystem. Introduced long before artificial intelligence became the defining technology race of the decade, the digital assistant helped
California Leads Multi-State Lawsuit to Block $110 Billion Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger
A coalition of 12 US states, led by California, has filed a lawsuit seeking to block the proposed $110 billion (£85 billion) merger between Paramount and Warner Bros., arguing that
OpenAI Unveils First Custom AI Chip to Power ChatGPT and Future Models
OpenAI has introduced its first custom-designed artificial intelligence chip, marking a significant step in the company's push to strengthen its AI infrastructure and reduce its reliance on third-party hardware suppliers.
‘A Tribe Called Judah’ Makes History as Nollywood’s First N1 Billion Grossing Film
Nollywood has witnessed a groundbreaking moment as 'A Tribe Called Judah' secures its place as the first-ever Nollywood film to surpass the N1 billion mark domestically, marking a new era
Kanye West and Adidas Instagram ‘Feud’ Explained
Kanye West is no stranger to getting into online feuds with notable names and brands. As reported by The Sun, during Labor Day weekend 2022, the rapper-turned-fashion-mogul lashed out at
Reddit Reveals IPO Pricing Plans, Offering Shares Between $31 and $34 Each
In a highly anticipated move, Reddit unveiled its pricing strategy for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO), setting the stage for its entry into the stock market. The social media
CBN Revokes Heritage Bank’s License
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has announced the immediate revocation of Heritage Bank Plc’s banking license due to its ongoing financial instability and inability to recover despite regulatory interventions.
Etsy Sells Depop To eBay For $1.2bn
Etsy has agreed to sell second-hand fashion app Depop to eBay for $1.2bn (£890m), five years after acquiring the platform for $1.6bn. The all-cash deal, which is expected to close
Why One Popular Shoe Brand is Lowering Prices in the Face of Inflation
As inflation continues to put a strain on family budgets, one well-known footwear manufacturer is taking a different approach to provide relief to weary consumers. Keen, an Oregon-based company that
Roku Discloses Cyberattack, 576,000 Accounts Compromised
Roku, the popular streaming service has revealed that approximately 576,000 user accounts were compromised in a cyberattack, marking the second security breach for the platform this year. According to a
Lenovo Launches High-Power 140W Portable Charger with Innovative Charging Technology
Lenovo has introduced a new addition to its power accessory lineup in China - the Thinkplus 140W 20000mAh Portable Power Bank, equipped with what the company describes as "digital hybrid
Former Goldman Sachs Analyst Receives 28-Month Prison Term for Insider Trading
A former analyst at Goldman Sachs and Blackstone, Anthony Viggiano, has been sentenced to 28 months in prison for his involvement in an insider trading scheme described as "catastrophically stupid."
Upgraded ChatGPT Teaches Maths and Flirts – But Still Glitches
OpenAI has introduced its latest iteration of the ChatGPT AI chatbot, named GPT-4o, promising enhanced capabilities and a more engaging conversational experience for users. Unlike previous models, GPT-4o will be
Already $1 billion in Debt, Humiliating Champions League Exit Piles Pressure on Barcelona
Barcelona talked a lot about “economic levers” as the Catalan club looks to improve its finances, but it won’t be able to use the Champions League pulley anymore after exiting
Apple Unveils Lower-Priced iPhone 17e to Lift Sales
Apple has launched a cheaper version of its latest smartphone, the iPhone 17e, as the company looks to sustain strong iPhone sales amid investor concerns about its pace in artificial
YouTube Intensifies Crackdown on Ad Blockers, Frustrating Users
YouTube has once again escalated its efforts to curb the use of ad blockers, leaving many users frustrated as the platform enforces stricter measures against ad-free viewing. According to a
PlayStation 5 Pro Will be Bigger, Faster, and Better Using the Same CPU
Rumours surrounding the highly anticipated PlayStation 5 Pro continue to swirl as leaks provide insight into Sony's upcoming gaming console refresh. Leaks suggest that while the PlayStation 5 Pro will
Netflix Expands TV Gaming and Social Play as It Pushes to Keep Subscribers Engaged
Netflix is taking its boldest step yet into gaming as it works to transform itself from a streaming platform into a full-scale entertainment ecosystem. The company has unveiled a new
SpaceX Moves To Absorb Elon Musk’s AI Startup xAI
Elon Musk has taken another step toward consolidating his business empire, with SpaceX confirming it is acquiring his artificial intelligence company, xAI. The aerospace firm announced the move by publishing
