Court Approves $46.75 Million Settlement for Victims of 23andMe Data Breach
A California bankruptcy court has approved a $46.75 million (£35 million) compensation settlement for people affected by the 2023 data breach at genetic testing company 23andMe. The ruling requires Chrome
Cadbury Owner Acquires US Energy Bar Maker For $2.9 Billion
As part of its growth and expansion plans, the owner of British chocolate brand Cadbury has announced it's acquisition of US energy bar maker Clif Bar & Company for the
UK Car Exports to US Rebound After Tariff Cut
British car exports to the United States rose in July, boosted by a new trade agreement that eased tariffs after months of decline. Data from the Society of Motor Manufacturers
Pepsi Bets on Prebiotics to Win Back Health-Conscious Drinkers
As traditional colas fall out of favour with younger consumers, PepsiCo is taking a bold step to refresh its legacy brand by introducing a gut-friendly twist on its classic soda.
Microsoft Celebrates Game Creators in Nigeria, Egypt, Kenya, S/Africa
Microsoft, through its Africa Transformation Office (ATO), has announced its planned Xbox Game Studios Game Camp Africa, a two-day conference to recognise and celebrate all game creators across more than
US Tech Firm Fined for Discriminatory Job Posting
Arthur Grand Technologies, a Virginia-based IT services firm, has been fined $38,500 for a job advertisement that specified only white, US-born applicants. The US Department of Justice announced the penalty,
Adidas Predicts 2024 Operating Profit Leap After Kanye West Break-Up
German sportswear giant Adidas is poised for a substantial surge in operating profit, projecting a nearly twofold increase to approximately 500 million euros ($542.3 million) this year. The optimistic forecast
NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery Headed for Legal Showdown Over Broadcasting Rights
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), the parent company of TNT, are on a collision course toward a legal battle over broadcasting rights, setting the stage
Dangote Vows to Make Nigeria Self-Sufficient in Cement, Petroleum, Agriculture
Dangote Industries Limited has reiterated its commitment to positioning Nigeria as a self-sustaining economy in critical sectors including cement, agriculture, mining, and petroleum. Speaking at the ongoing 36th Enugu International
Cathay Pacific’s A350 Engine Defect Poses Risk of Extensive Damage, Say Hong Kong Investigators
Hong Kong aviation investigators have revealed that an engine defect discovered on Cathay Pacific's Airbus A350 fleet earlier this month could have led to "extensive damage" if left unaddressed. The
Tech Lay-Offs: Dell to Cut Workforce
Dell is to lay off about 6,650 workers because of the decline in demand for personal computers. As reported on BBC, the job cuts are expected to affect about 5%
Nigeria and Ghana Among Africa’s Most Cyber-Attacked Digital Hubs, Report Finds
A recent report by NETSCOUT has highlighted Nigeria and Ghana as West Africa’s leading digital hubs facing intense cyber threats, with Nigeria recording 2,721 cyber incidents in the first half
Post Office Lawyer Accuses Company of Deception in Sub-Postmasters’ Case
In a significant revelation at the Horizon Inquiry, barrister Simon Clarke, formerly associated with a firm advising the Post Office, accused the company of misleading him regarding evidence crucial to
Pizza Hut Manager Killed by Co-worker Over $7,000 Inheritance Cheque in Eatery’s Kitchen: Police
Authorities in Wisconsin have charged a Pizza Hut employee with the homicide of his manager, allegedly motivated by a $7,000 inheritance cheque the victim had recently cashed. Kavonn Ingram, 31,
Social Media Platforms Rush to Combat AI-Generated Images Ahead of November Election
As the November election approaches, major social media platforms are scrambling to address the surge of A.I.-generated images flooding their networks, aiming to prevent these computer-generated visuals from further polluting
Boeing Removes Head of 737 Max Program Following Safety Incidents
Boeing has taken action to replace executive Ed Clark, who led its troubled 737 Max passenger jet program, amidst a series of safety incidents, including fatal crashes and a recent
White House Raises Alarm Over Alleged AI Theft by Chinese Firms
The White House has warned of what it describes as large-scale efforts by foreign actors to extract and replicate American artificial intelligence (AI) technology, pledging closer collaboration with U.S. tech
Wendy’s Plans to Close Hundreds of U.S. Restaurants in Restructuring Move
Wendy’s is preparing to shut down a significant number of its U.S. restaurants as the fast-food chain works to reverse declining performance. Interim CEO Ken Cook told investors on Friday
Diageo CEO Debra Crew Steps Down Abruptly Amid Sales Concerns
In a surprise leadership shake-up, Diageo, the global beverage giant behind Guinness, has announced the immediate departure of its chief executive, Debra Crew. The sudden exit, described as a mutual
Samsung Chairman Jay Y. Lee Cleared of Fraud and Stock Manipulation Charges
A Seoul appeals court has acquitted Samsung Electronics Chairman Jay Y. Lee of accounting fraud and stock manipulation charges related to a 2015 merger, marking a significant legal victory for
