Snap Inc. Misses Revenue Expectations Despite Growth in Paying Subscribers
Snap Inc.’s second-quarter revenue fell slightly short of estimates, but the company saw a boost in paying subscribers and user growth. Learn more about their performance. Snap Inc., the parent company of Snapchat, reported its second-quarter earnings, revealing a slight shortfall in revenue compared to analyst expectations. The company generated
Google’s ‘Dear Sydney’ Ad Sparks Backlash Over Impact on Kids
Google’s Olympics-themed ad featuring Gemini AI faces criticism for undermining children’s writing skills. Learn why the commercial is causing a stir. Google’s recent advertisement for its Gemini AI, titled “Dear Sydney,” has ignited considerable controversy. The ad showcases a young female runner who wants to express her admiration for track
SurveyMonkey Unveils New CX Suite with AI-Enhanced Tools and Multichannel Feedback
Discover SurveyMonkey’s new CX suite featuring AI-powered surveys, multichannel feedback, and seamless integrations. Ideal for businesses of all sizes. Learn more! SurveyMonkey, renowned for its expertise in online surveys and feedback management, has just launched a new customer experience (CX) suite. This latest offering aims to enhance how businesses interact
Canva Acquires Leonardo.AI to Elevate Its Generative AI Capabilities
Canva has acquired generative AI startup Leonardo.AI to enhance its creative toolset. The acquisition, valued beyond Leonardo.AI’s previous $80M funding, will integrate Leonardo’s advanced AI features into Canva’s platform, boosting its capabilities for image and video creation. Canva, the renowned graphic design platform, has made headlines with its latest acquisition
Shein Launches Exciting Pop-Up Store in Johannesburg to Boost Brand Presence
Shein is set to open a pop-up store in Johannesburg, South Africa, from August 2-11, showcasing its trendy fashion and lifestyle products. This initiative aims to enhance brand recognition and connect directly with local consumers. Discover more about Shein’s strategic move and its impact on the South African retail landscape.Fast-fashion
Apple Unveils iPhone 16 Series – A Faster Charging, Improved Battery Life, and Enhanced Camera Features
Discover what’s new with Apple’s iPhone 16 series, including faster 40W charging, enhanced battery life, and an upgraded camera system. Get details on the expected release dates, software updates like iOS 18, and the anticipated benefits of this new flagship device. The highly anticipated iPhone 16 series is set to
CrowdStrike Disaster Sparks a Wake-Up Call for the Cybersecurity Industry
The CrowdStrike incident, dubbed the largest IT outage in history, has disrupted millions of Microsoft devices worldwide. Discover the far-reaching implications and future of cybersecurity practices. The recent CrowdStrike incident has served as a stark reminder of the vulnerabilities in our increasingly digital world. On Friday, July 19, a faulty
Google Backtracks on Third-Party Cookies, Choosing to Stay in Chrome Amid New Privacy Sandbox Features
Google decides against deprecating third-party cookies in Chrome, opting for new Privacy Sandbox features instead. Explore the implications for advertisers, publishers, and privacy advocates. In a significant strategic shift, Google has announced its decision to retain third-party cookies within the Chrome browser, opting to focus on enhancing user privacy through
AI Innovations Transforming Crime Prevention in South Africa
Discover how AI technology is revolutionizing crime prevention in South Africa. Learn about Vumacam’s CCTV advancements and Novus Holdings’ significant investment in AI innovation.Artificial intelligence continues to make significant strides in South Africa, particularly in the realm of crime prevention. One of the standout innovations is Vumacam’s advanced CCTV technology.