After more than two decades of connecting people around the world, Microsoft has announced the shutdown of Skype in May 2025. The move signals the end of an era for the pioneering voice and video calling platform, which has struggled to remain competitive against newer messaging services. Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011 for $8.5 billion,…
Russia has appointed seasoned diplomat Alexander Darchiev as its new ambassador to the United States. The position had remained vacant since last year, reflecting the deep diplomatic rift between Washington and Moscow. Darchiev’s appointment comes at a time when U.S.-Russia relations have been at historic lows, particularly following Russia’s offensive in Ukraine in 2022. The…
The recent Bybit hack, which resulted in a staggering $1.4 billion loss, has reignited discussions around security in the cryptocurrency industry. In response, Binance is urging regulators and industry leaders to prioritize the establishment of universal security standards to better protect users. During a Binance Live session held to mark the beginning of Ramadan, Binance…
In a significant move for Nigeria’s economic landscape, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has officially signed the 2025 Appropriation Bill into law. The record-breaking budget, valued at ₦54.99 trillion, marks a 99.96% increase from the ₦27.5 trillion approved for the 2024 fiscal year. The signing ceremony took place at the State House in Abuja on Friday,…
