Apple has taken down several mobile apps that allowed users to report sightings of US Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officers, citing safety concerns flagged by law enforcement. Among the apps removed from the App Store is ICEBlock, which had been downloaded over a million times in the US. Similar apps, including ICE Immigration Alerts…
In a surprise move, Nike SB is bringing one of its most coveted Friends & Family sneakers to retail – the Nike SB Dunk Low “Cobblestone.” Originally designed exclusively for athletes and insiders during the 2024 Paris Olympics, the sneaker is now set for a wider public release. The pair first gained attention as part…
Taylor Swift’s influence stretches far beyond the music charts – she has built an economic powerhouse that now spans film, tourism, merchandising, and streaming. What began as a career in country-pop has evolved into a billion-dollar ecosystem touching nearly every corner of entertainment and business. Now worth an estimated $2.1 billion, according to Bloomberg’s Billionaires…
Fast-fashion giant Shein has announced plans to open its first permanent physical outlets, selecting France as the launchpad for the move. The retailer, best known for its low-cost, trend-driven clothing, will begin with concessions inside Paris department stores before expanding to five other cities – Dijon, Reims, Grenoble, Angers and Limoges. The outlets are being…
A new investigation has alleged that TikTok’s algorithm promotes pornographic material to underage users, even when parental safety features are switched on. Global Witness, a human rights campaign group, said its researchers created fake accounts posing as 13-year-olds in late July and early August. Despite enabling TikTok’s “restricted mode,” the accounts were served sexualised search…
Japan’s best-known brewer, Asahi, is battling supply shortages after a cyber-attack crippled its domestic operations, forcing production at most of its factories to grind to a halt. The company confirmed that the incident, which struck its ordering and delivery systems on Monday, has left shipments suspended with no clear timeline for resumption. Major retailers, including…
Nigerian rapper and songwriter Odumodublvck has achieved another major chart success as his latest single, Grooving, featuring Afrobeats superstar Davido and Afrobeat legend Seun Kuti, climbs to No. 3 on the Apple Music Nigeria Top Songs Chart. The track, lifted from Odumodublvck’s newly released album Industry Machine, has struck a chord with listeners for its…
For millions around the world, the familiar chime of “EA Sports – it’s in the game” is more than just a slogan – it’s the soundtrack of youth, friendship, and countless hours spent in front of a console. Now, that gaming giant has become the centre of one of the biggest deals in entertainment history….
Elon Musk has set a new benchmark in global wealth, becoming the first individual to surpass a net worth of $500 billion (£370.9bn), according to Forbes’ billionaire index. The Tesla chief executive’s fortune briefly climbed to $500.1 billion on Wednesday afternoon in New York before easing slightly to just over $499 billion by the close…
Meta will soon begin offering Facebook and Instagram users in the UK the option to pay for an ad-free experience, marking a significant shift in how the social media giant operates in the country. The company confirmed on Friday that UK users will be notified in the coming weeks of the new subscription option, which…
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Rema has been named among the 2025 TIME100 Next list, a global recognition that celebrates the world’s most influential emerging figures shaping the future across music, film, sports, science, politics, and philanthropy. The list, published on Tuesday, highlights Rema – born Divine Ikubor – as the only African artist to be honoured…
Nike has reported an unexpected rise in first-quarter revenue and stronger-than-anticipated profits, signalling early progress in its turnaround strategy even as tariffs and sluggish demand in China weigh on the business. Shares of the sportswear giant rose more than 3% on Wednesday after the company disclosed that bloated inventories had been trimmed and wholesale revenues…
Snapchat will begin charging users who exceed a storage limit for saving old photos and videos on its Memories feature, a move that has drawn criticism from long-time users. The company announced that those with more than 5GB of saved content will need to pay to keep their archives. While Snapchat has offered free storage…
Swiss chocolates and wines are set to cost less in India following the implementation of a new trade pact between New Delhi and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA), which took effect on Wednesday. The agreement, formally signed in March 2024, covers Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. Under its terms, India will gradually eliminate tariffs…
Nike has confirmed that the KD 4 “Texas,” one of the most sought-after editions from Kevin Durant’s signature line, will officially return to stores on October 24. The retro release brings back the original design first worn during Durant’s college days with the Texas Longhorns, complete with the iconic burnt orange and white colour scheme…
Japanese drinks giant Asahi has disclosed that a cyber-attack has forced a systems shutdown, halting parts of its order processing, shipping, and customer service operations in its home market. The company confirmed on Tuesday that no personal customer data has been compromised and stressed that its European operations, including the UK, remain unaffected. However, it…
YouTube has agreed to pay former U.S. president Donald Trump $24.5 million to resolve a lawsuit he filed after the platform suspended his account in the aftermath of the January 6 Capitol riot. The settlement, confirmed on Monday, follows similar agreements reached earlier this year with Facebook and X (formerly Twitter). Trump had accused major…
With the 2025-26 NBA season just weeks away, excitement is building as teams gear up for another year of intense competition. The Cleveland Cavaliers, fresh off a dominant regular-season run, enter the new campaign as favorites in the Eastern Conference – and their star guard, Donovan Mitchell, is set to hit the court in style….
What began as a government-fueled electric vehicle (EV) boom in China has spiraled into a fierce battle for survival, leaving bankrupt startups, suppliers under pressure, and the world’s largest EV market in turmoil. For Li Hongxing, a veteran marketing professional, the dream of riding the EV wave turned into financial ruin. Earlier this year, Li…
Like many things in the shadowy world of cyber-crime, an insider threat is something very few people have experience of. Even fewer people want to talk about it. But I was given a unique and worrying experience of how hackers can leverage insiders when I myself was recently propositioned by a criminal gang. “If you…
Nike is expanding its skateboarding lineup with a fresh release of the Nike SB Nyjah 4, introducing a sleek black-and-white colorway designed with performance and style in mind. The model, created in collaboration with professional skateboarder Nyjah Huston, builds on the success of his previous signature sneakers. Known for pushing the boundaries of skate footwear,…
Gaming giant Electronic Arts (EA) is reportedly close to finalizing a landmark deal that would take the company private in what could become the largest leveraged buyout in history. According to a report by the Wall Street Journal (WSJ), EA is in advanced talks with a group of investors, including Silver Lake and Saudi Arabia’s…
The UK government has announced a £1.5 billion loan guarantee for Jaguar Land Rover (JLR) as the carmaker grapples with a cyber-attack that has brought its UK production to a standstill. Business Secretary Peter Kyle confirmed that the support package, facilitated through the Export Development Guarantee (EDG) scheme, is aimed at safeguarding thousands of jobs…
Hollywood is once again at the center of a heated debate over artificial intelligence, following the unveiling of Tilly Norwood – a computer-generated “actor” that some say could threaten the future of human performers. Created by Dutch producer and comedian Eline Van der Velden, Tilly Norwood is billed as the world’s first AI talent under…
German engineering giant Bosch has announced plans to cut 13,000 jobs in its mobility division as part of a sweeping cost-saving initiative aimed at reducing expenses by €2.5 billion (£2.06 billion). The company said the decision was driven by a stagnating global vehicle market, intensifying competition from electric vehicle manufacturers such as Tesla and China’s…
The UK government has announced plans to introduce a mandatory digital ID system for anyone seeking to work in the country, as part of its strategy to tackle illegal migration and improve border security. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer unveiled the proposal during a speech at the Global Progressive Action Conference in London, attended by…
Luxury retailer Harrods has warned customers that their personal information may have been compromised following a breach involving one of its third-party service providers. In an email sent to affected customers on Friday evening, the London-based department store said that names and contact details of some online shoppers were accessed. The company assured customers that…
China has launched a sweeping two-month campaign to curb online expressions of pessimism, targeting social media content that authorities say “excessively exaggerates negative and gloomy sentiments.” The initiative, announced this week by the Cyberspace Administration of China, seeks to “rectify negative emotions” and foster a “civilized and rational online environment.” Officials say the move is…
Amazon has agreed to pay $2.5 billion to settle a lawsuit brought by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC), which accused the tech giant of tricking millions of customers into enrolling in its Prime membership program and making cancellations unnecessarily difficult. Under the proposed agreement, $1.5 billion will be set aside for refunds to customers…
Starbucks has announced plans to eliminate around 900 jobs in the United States and shut down a number of its worst-performing stores, including some in the UK, as part of a major cost-cutting and restructuring initiative aimed at boosting sales and improving customer experience. The Seattle-based coffee giant said most closures will take place in…
YouTube has announced plans to reinstate certain accounts previously banned for repeatedly sharing false information about Covid-19 and the 2020 US presidential election. The decision was revealed in a letter sent by Alphabet, YouTube’s parent company, to House Judiciary Committee Chairman Rep. Jim Jordan. The correspondence came in response to an ongoing Republican-led investigation into…
The White House has confirmed that Oracle will oversee TikTok’s algorithm in the United States as part of a landmark deal that will transfer the popular social media app’s US operations to a majority American-owned company. A senior White House official revealed on Monday that under the agreement, TikTok’s content recommendation algorithm – a key…
The UK government is considering emergency measures to support Jaguar Land Rover’s (JLR) suppliers after a major cyber-attack forced the carmaker to suspend production at its factories. The attack, which occurred at the end of August and was first reported on September 1, disrupted JLR’s IT systems, bringing operations at its three UK plants in…
YouTube content creators generated £2.2 billion for the UK economy last year and supported 45,000 jobs, according to a new report by Oxford Economics. The findings were released alongside the launch of an all-party parliamentary group (APPG) aimed at representing UK creators and influencers, who campaigners say have long been overlooked by policymakers. Feryal Clark,…
TikTok has been accused of failing to effectively prevent children under 13 from using its platform and of collecting sensitive personal data from young users, according to a new investigation by Canadian privacy authorities. The report, released on Thursday by Canada’s privacy commissioner Philippe Dufresne and regional privacy protection officials, found that hundreds of thousands…
Michelob Ultra has claimed the title of the best-selling beer in the United States, dethroning Modelo Especial after two years at the top. Parent company Anheuser-Busch announced the milestone on Monday, citing data from Circana showing that Michelob Ultra led US retail beer sales by volume in the 12 months ending September 14. The shift…
Nike is bringing a bold, retro-futuristic twist to one of its late-’90s designs with the release of the Nike Air Max Sunder “Fusion Red.” First introduced in 1999 as part of Nike’s Alpha Project, a line known for experimental designs and cutting-edge technology, the Air Max Sunder continues to evolve with modern reinterpretations. This latest…
Nvidia has announced plans to invest up to $100 billion in OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT, in what both firms describe as a strategic partnership aimed at building the next wave of artificial intelligence infrastructure. The deal will see Nvidia provide high-performance chips essential for training and operating large-scale AI models, alongside funding for data…
Google is turning its popular Chrome browser into an AI-powered tool, introducing its Gemini AI assistant directly into the platform as part of a major update. The move comes as the tech giant ramps up competition with Microsoft’s Copilot and OpenAI’s ChatGPT in the rapidly growing AI space. The rollout, which began this week for…
Nigerian Afropop star Victony has joined forces with rap icon Olamide for a high-energy new single titled Skido. The track, produced by BlaiseBeatz, blends Victony’s signature smooth vocals with Olamide’s street-hop mastery, delivering what promises to be a staple for clubs and street parties. Speaking about the release, Victony described the song as a reflection…
Nigerian Afrobeats sensation Yarden has released his highly anticipated second EP, Muse, a project that dives deep into the complexities of modern love and emotional vulnerability. The five-track collection builds on the success of his 2023 debut, The One Who Descends, showcasing a more refined and soulful sound that reflects the artist’s growth over the…
Nike is giving its recently introduced Ava Rover a functional upgrade with the addition of reflective detailing, enhancing the sneaker’s outdoors-inspired design. Though not officially categorized as a trail shoe, the Ava Rover has been embraced by fans of the gorp-core aesthetic, with its rugged look hinting at outdoor adventure. The latest version brings improved…
The team behind Battlefield 6 has confirmed the existence of a dramatic internal tool: a single button that instantly destroys every destructible element on a map, reducing the battlefield to total ruin with one click. The revelation came during an interview with Kotaku, where producer Jeremy Chubb and design director Shashank Uchil explained how the…
Samsung is under fire after beginning a pilot program that places advertisements on the screens of its Family Hub smart refrigerators in the United States. The move, which turns the company’s high-end appliances into digital ad platforms, has sparked frustration among customers who say it undermines the premium experience they paid for. The program quietly…
Nike is keeping the momentum going for its Zoom Spiridon line with a new “Fir” colorway, even as the popular sneaker edges closer to a likely hiatus. The revived silhouette, which made its return in November 2024 through a highly anticipated UNDEFEATED collaboration, has enjoyed a strong run over the past year. With multiple releases…
Valve has announced it will end support for 32-bit operating systems on its Steam platform starting January 1, 2026. After this date, Steam will only run on 64-bit versions of Windows 10 and Windows 11, marking a significant shift as the company phases out older technology. According to Valve’s statement on the Steam website, the…
Microsoft has announced another round of price increases for its Xbox consoles in the United States, marking the second hike in just four months. The company attributed the move to “changes in the macroeconomic environment,” though the decision comes on the heels of a strong earnings report showing significant revenue growth. The new pricing will…
Nike is gearing up to deliver a weather-ready twist on one of its most iconic silhouettes with the upcoming Nike Dunk Low Gore-Tex. Official images of the sneaker have now surfaced, offering a detailed look at the highly anticipated release. The Dunk Low remains one of Nike’s most sought-after models, and this latest version adds…
Apple has pushed the price of its flagship smartphone to new heights with the launch of the iPhone 17 Pro Max, which now comes with an unprecedented 2 terabytes (TB) of storage, making it one of the most expensive mainstream phones ever released. The premium version of the Pro Max, unveiled at Apple’s Cupertino campus…
Tesla is exploring a redesign of its car door mechanisms following multiple incidents where passengers were reportedly trapped inside vehicles during emergencies, including fires, due to rescuers being unable to open the doors. The move comes after a Bloomberg investigation uncovered 140 reported cases of people being trapped inside Teslas because of door handle malfunctions,…
