MrBeast Burger Launches in Australia Despite Ongoing Legal Battle

January 28, 2026

MrBeast Burger Launches in Australia Despite Ongoing Legal Battle

MrBeast Burger opens its first outlet in Sydney, Australia at Westfield Chatswood. The viral virtual food brand pushes forward despite a high-profile lawsuit and founder Jimmy Donaldson’s lack of control.

Amazon Confirms 16,000 Job Cuts After Accidental Email Leak

January 28, 2026

Amazon Confirms 16,000 Job Cuts After Accidental Email Leak

Amazon officially announces 16,000 job cuts worldwide after an accidental email leaked the news first. This move aims to reduce bureaucracy and strengthen Amazon and AWS’s future.

UAE Launches Middle East’s First Biometric Payment System Using Face and Palm Scans

January 28, 2026

UAE Launches Middle East’s First Biometric Payment System Using Face and Palm Scans

The UAE has started piloting a biometric payment system allowing people to pay with their face or palm instead of cards or cash, boosting convenience and security in digital payments.

Dubai Insurance to Accept Bitcoin for Premiums from January 2026

January 28, 2026

Dubai Insurance to Accept Bitcoin for Premiums from January 2026

Dubai Insurance allows UAE residents to pay insurance premiums using Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies. From January 2026, a new digital wallet connects directly with crypto portfolios, marking a first for regulated UAE insurers.

Kerala's Marine Exports Drop 9.5% in 2024-25 Amid Trade Barriers

January 28, 2026

Kerala's Marine Exports Drop 9.5% in 2024-25 Amid Trade Barriers

Kerala’s marine product exports dropped for the second year, down 9.5% in volume and 4.18% in value in 2024-25. US bans and trade barriers hit seafood shipments, especially frozen shrimp and fish. China lost top buyer spot to the EU.