NASA is working on the answer NASA has announced plans to develop a Coordinated Lunar Time (LTC) standard, a crucial step following a policy directive from the White House issued in April 2024. This initiative, spearheaded by NASA’s Space Communication and Navigation (SCaN) programme,
Uniting the global AAM sector The global Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) sector will shift its flight orientation to the oil-rich Middle East when the Airtaxi World Congress 2024 lands in Dubai City from October 7 to 10. The event, which is being hosted in the Middle East for the first time, is a unique opportunity […]
Beginning in 1965 From its debut in 1965 as the world’s first sports utility vehicle, the Ford Bronco has epitomised off-road excellence and adventure. Initially codenamed Bronco and G.O.A.T. (Go Over All Terrain), this vehicle emerged as Ford’s innovative design bridged the gap between rugged utility and comfort, setting a new standard in the automotive […]
With London topping the list Dubai has secured a spot in the top 10 cities worldwide for business networking, according to a new study by Loopex Digital. The research evaluated various factors, including business events, co-working spaces, internet speed, and cost of living, placing Dubai as a notable contender in the global networking arena. The […]
Pricing begins at AED439,000 Lotus Cars has officially launched the Emeya, its first fully electric four-door hyper-GT, in the UAE market. The model unveiled with the tagline – #ForTheDrivers – sets a new standard for Lotus driving experiences, drawing on the British marque’s 75 years of expertise in engineering and design. The Emeya encapsulates the […]
126 units sold globally The Italian Air Force officially unveiled the M-346 jet trainer as the future aircraft for the Frecce Tricolori (Italy’s national aerobatic team) during a ceremony on September 12, 2024, in Istrana, Treviso. The event coincided with the Frecce Tricolori’s return from their American tour and showcased the M-346 adorned with the […]
With a concurrent conference With Dubai and Abu Dhabi hastening steps to establish themselves as hubs for advanced air mobility operations in the Middle East, all eyes will be on the Dubai Helishow at Skydive Dubai from October 22-24, 2024. The event, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President […]
Unique FIST coverage for third-party insured motorists Al Fujairah National Insurance Co. (AFNIC) has launched ‘FloodGuard’ – a unique motor vehicle insurance product that covers accidental loss or damage from flood, inundation, storm, and tempest (FIST) for third-party insured private vehicles in the United Arab Emirates. FloodGuard policyholders can select coverage
US continues support to Ukraine Pentagon Press Secretary Air Force Maj. Gen. Pat Ryder has announced that the USS Theodore Roosevelt Carrier Strike Group is en route to the Indo-Pacific region following the completion of its mission in the US Central Command area of operation. This move comes as the US maintains a robust military […]
In boost to enterprise AI deployment Cloudera, a global leader in hybrid data, analytics, and AI solutions, has launched a game-changing Accelerators for Machine Learning Projects (AMPs) suite. These new tools, unveiled on September 12, 2024, at Cloudera’s EVOLVE24 data and AI conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, are set to drastically reduce deployment times […]
First airline in the world to do so United Airlines has become the first airline in the world to sign a groundbreaking partnership with SpaceX. The leading carrier will integrate SpaceX’s Starlink high-speed internet service across its mainline and regional aircraft fleet. The deal includes over 1,000 aircraft and is the largest in the aviation […]
With big push on electrification Nissan Motor Corporation has launched ‘The Arc,’ a forward-looking business plan designed to drive value and bolster the company’s global competitiveness. Made public in Yokohama, Japan, this new strategy aims to bridge the gap between Nissan’s recent transformation efforts and its long-term vision outlined in Ambition 2030. The plan
Says CEO Charles Sansbury at EVOLVE24 Dubai For Cloudera – the only true hybrid platform for data, analytics, and AI – the Middle East is the fastest-growing region worldwide. In his keynote address to 300+ data leaders, partners and customers at EVOLVE24, the Middle East edition of the company’s global series of conferences, held at […]
To address urban heat islands With 2024 threatening to eclipse 2023 as the hottest year on record, cities around the globe are grappling with intensifying heat, particularly in urban areas known as heat islands. These heat islands, where structures like roads and buildings trap and re-emit heat, are warming up at twice the global average […]
Event hosted by Cloudera In an inspiring keynote address at Cloudera’s EVOLVE24 data and AI conference in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on September 12, 2024, Chad E. Foster, the award-winning American business leader, international keynote speaker, and author of ‘Blind Ambition’ captivated an engaged audience of data and AI industry professionals and innovators about
Join the global celebration With the Moon reaching its first quarter on September 14, lunar enthusiasts and curious minds worldwide are gearing up for International Observe the Moon Night. This annual event, which takes place in September or October, invites people from all walks of life to celebrate lunar science, exploration, and personal connections to […]