Merry Gel Sigui
A multimedia journalist focused on producing articles about controversial global issues specifically on business, economy, politics, and technology. A strong believer in freedom of the press and exposing the wrong. only through engagement and communications can we as humans evolve.
An accredited member of a leading local broadcast media organization.
China and Russia scolded by the US for failure to condemn...
The United States condemns China and Russia for preventing a UN Security Council statement regarding the December 31 attack on the American Embassy in Baghdad. Despite 27 member nations censuring the incident, both countries allegedly coordinated to block the condemnation, undermining the council's credibility.
US-Iran tensions put world market on edge
Geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran have sparked market volatility, with stocks falling and oil prices surging. Following a US drone strike that killed Iranian General Qasem Soleimani, fears of potential military escalation have driven significant market reactions, including a drop in US equities and an increase in crude oil futures.
UK gov’t denies claims about overpriced HS2 railways
Lord Berkeley claimed HS2 could cost over £108bn, far exceeding the official £88bn budget. The government rejected his assertions, arguing the criticisms have been previously dismissed by northern business and political leaders.
UK’s Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks hit due to customers’ wage delays
UK banking customers of Clydesdale and Yorkshire Banks report significant delays in salary payments after Christmas, with many expressing frustration over lack of communication and unresolved financial issues affecting their ability to support their families.
Emirati app ‘Totok’ returns to Google Play Store after spying charges
Totok, the Middle Eastern messaging app, has been reinstated on the Google Play Store after previously being removed due to spying accusations reported by The New York Times. The app, which offers free calls and texts, allows users to connect across different countries and has regained its downloadable status.
Amazon employees warned of being fired for speaking out environmental issues
Amazon Employees for Climate Justice claim some workers were threatened with dismissal for publicly criticizing the company's environmental stance. Activists are demanding Amazon reduce emissions, limit fossil fuel partnerships, and cease supporting politicians perceived as anti-environmental.
China’s Ant Financial applies for banking license in Singapore, joining Grab...
Ant Financial, the world's highest-valued FinTech company, has applied for a digital wholesale banking license in Singapore. This move follows similar bids by Grab and Razer, aiming to contribute to Singapore's digital banking landscape and promote financial inclusion through innovative corporate banking services.
Volkswagen eyes settlement with customers over ‘dieselgate’ scandal
Volkswagen is negotiating a potential settlement with the Federation of German Consumer Organisations over the 2015 "dieselgate" emissions cheating scandal. Around 446,000 German diesel car owners have joined a class action lawsuit alleging the company installed devices to manipulate emissions testing.
Microsoft claims mimic websites from North Korean hack group
Microsoft successfully took control of 50 websites operated by the North Korean hacking group Thallium after winning a lawsuit. The group used sophisticated phishing techniques to gather personal information from social sites and create deceptive emails directing users to fake websites.
Smart tech maker Wyze admits leak of customer data
Smart home tech company Wyze admits significant data breach, with cybersecurity firm Twelve Security reporting that user names, email addresses, and camera feed permissions were publicly accessible online, raising privacy concerns for millions of customers.
