Discord is a social platform that is all about quick messaging and talking over the internet. People use it to talk, see each other on video, send messages, and share files. They can do this in private chats or in bigger groups called servers. In 2021, more than 350 million people signed up for Discord,…
Nigeria: FG Orders Removal of 18 Apps
The Nigerian Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC) has taken action against certain digital lenders operating on Google PlayStore without regulatory approval or violating the Guidelines for Digital Lending. In a statement issued on Wednesday August 2, and reported by the Guardian, the commission directed Google to remove 18 apps from the company’s application…
HackerOne to Layoff 12%
HackerOne is a US based private company that focuses on cybersecurity, particularly attack resistance management. What sets them apart is their approach that combines the skills of ethical hackers with advanced techniques like asset discovery, continuous assessment, and process enhancement to identify and fix vulnerabilities in digital systems. Some of the big names in the…
X Rebrands TweetDeck to XPro
In a move to revamp its social media service, X, formerly known as Twitter, has decided to rename its popular TweetDeck application to XPro. This change comes as part of the ongoing rebranding exercise aimed at enhancing the platform’s offerings and monetization. The company’s latest announcement states that XPro, previously available as a free tool,…
Yellow Corporation Shuts Down After 90+ Years
Yellow Corporation is one of the largest trucking companies in the United States. It was founded in 1929 and is headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, with terminals and employees spread across more than 300 locations. The company announced that it will be shutting down operations and laying off 30,000 employees across all levels of the company,…
NASA+: About the Streaming Platform
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), established in 1958 is a U.S. federal agency responsible for civilian space exploration, aeronautics research, and space research. The agency has broadcasted space exploration for decades and has now decided to take its content production to the next level with the launch of its own streaming platform. The…
WhatsApp: New Video Messaging Feature
WhatsApp recently announced a new feature that allows users record and send videoclips up to 60 seconds long, directly from the active chat. The new video message feature will be similar to sending a voice message, but users will be able to record hands-free. The company said the feature will be a “fun way to…
7 EV Makers to Build Universal Charging Network
The idea of a universal charging network for electric vehicles (EVs) has been around for many years. However, it has been difficult to get all of the major car makers to agree on a single standard. In recent years, there has been a growing consensus that a universal charging network is essential for the mass…
Volkswagen: $700 Million Investment in Xpeng EV
Volkswagen has been a major player in the Chinese automotive market for decades. In 2019, it was the top-selling brand in the country, with a market share of 20%. However, the company has been losing out to local competitors in recent years, and its market share fell to 15% last year. The German vehicle manufacturer…
AMD: $400 Million Investment in India
Advanced Micro Devices Inc (AMD) is an American multinational semiconductor company with a history dating back to 1969 when it was founded by Jerry Sanders. The company’s early days saw them primarily manufacturing memory chips and other essential components for computers, including semiconductors. Their core offerings include microprocessors that drive the computing power of servers,…