Business Interviews

Milestone Systems set to strengthen strategic partnerships in 2025

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2025 0

And pioneering VMS and AI-powered analytics Headquartered in Copenhagen, Denmark, Milestone Systems is a world leader in developing and providing cutting-edge data-driven video technology that safeguards and secures public spaces in cities and businesses. The company’s cutting-edge AI and

Space UAE

Successful launch for UAE’s MBZ-SAT Earth-imaging satellite

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2025 0

Aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has reached a significant milestone in its space programme. On January 14, 2025, MBZ-SAT, an Earth-imaging satellite, successfully launched from NASA’s Vandenberg Air Force Base launchpad in California aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket. MBZ-SAT, named in honour of HH Sheikh Mohamed Bin Zayed […]

Events

Conflict, environment and disinformation lead global threats in 2025

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2025 0

WEF: Global Risks Report 2025 The newly released 20th edition of the World Economic Forum’s Global Risks Report paints a bleak picture of the global landscape for 2025 and beyond, highlighting an increasingly fragmented world where geopolitical, environmental, societal and technological challenges threaten stability and progress. State-based armed conflict emerges as the

Sport Tech

The story of CUE: Toyota’s AI basketball robot

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2025 0

Aims for a new world record CUE, the AI basketball robot the Toyota Engineering Society (TES) developed, has become a pioneering force in robotics and sports. Initially conceived in 2017 by a group of volunteer engineers, CUE has made remarkable progress from a humble concept to a star player for the Alvark Tokyo basketball team. […]

Automotive Business

Audi delivers nearly 1.7 million vehicles globally in 2024

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2025 0

12 per cent drop compared to 2023 Audi delivered around 1.7 million vehicles globally in 2024, with over 164,000 fully electric models. This represents a significant step in Audi’s ongoing model initiative despite a challenging year marked by difficult economic conditions, a highly competitive automotive market, and limited parts availability. The total number of

Defence & Security

Saab to modernise Sweden’s coastal anti-ship missile capability

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2025 0

With RBS15 Mk3 anti-ship missile Saab has signed a major contract with the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration to modernise Sweden’s coastal anti-ship missile capability. The agreement, valued at SEK800 million, will see the introduction of Saab’s RBS15 Mk3 anti-ship missile, which will replace the current RBS15 Mk2 in use. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in

Transport UAE

2-lane traffic bridge opens on Sheikh Rashid Road in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2025 0

The bridge is 605 metres long Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has opened a new two-lane traffic bridge in Dubai City as part of the ongoing Al Shindagha Corridor Improvement Project. The bridge, the second in a series planned for Phase 4 of the project, will ease traffic flow between the intersections of Al Mina […]

Automotive Business Tech

Cognizant and Siemens forge partnership

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2025 0

To transform software-defined vehicles Cognizant has partnered strategically with Siemens Digital Industries Software, integrating Siemens’ PAVE360 into its software-defined vehicle (SDV) solution accelerator. The partnership introduces an enhanced accelerator to address the automotive industry’s increasing demand for innovation, customisation, and

Automotive Business

Bentley Motors aligns operations into a single EMEA region

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2025 0

With 95 retail partners Bentley Motors has announced a significant reshaping of its operations. It will combine its UK, Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India business units into a single EMEA (Europe, Middle East, Africa, and India) region. This new alignment will make the EMEA region the largest and most crucial for the UK-based luxury […]

GCC Video

Ai Everything GLOBAL 2025!

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025 0

Events

NASA: Earth records hottest year ever in 2024

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025 0

1.47°C warmer than mid-19th century NASA has confirmed that 2024 was the hottest year on record, with unprecedented global temperatures. According to an analysis by NASA scientists, Earth’s average surface temperature in 2024 was 1.28°C higher than the 20th-century baseline (1951-1980), surpassing the previous record set in 2023. This new record follows 15

Aviation Business

Lufthansa Group set to hire 10,000 new employees in 2025

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025 0

To keep pace with air travel demand The Lufthansa Group has set an ambitious target of recruiting 10,000 new employees this year. These will be positions in various professions within the airline’s extensive operations. The hiring push is part of the group’s ongoing efforts to keep pace with the growing demand for air travel as […]

Travel

Changes to European and UK border policies mark new year

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2025 0

New travel requirements now in force Since the beginning of 2025, Europe’s rules of movement have seen significant border changes as both the Schengen Area and UK travel regulations evolve. On January 1, 2025, Bulgaria and Romania became full members of the Schengen Area, completing a 13-year wait for inclusion. Meanwhile, on January 8, 2025, […]

GCC Video

NASA: 2024 hottest year on record

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2025 0

Logistics

IATA: Global air cargo demand up 8.2% in November 2024

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2025 0

16th month of consecutive growth The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has released data for the global air cargo markets in November 2024, reporting a solid performance. Total demand for air cargo, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTK), rose 8.2% compared to November 2023, marking the 16th consecutive month of growth. International operations contributed a

Business

Getty Images and Shutterstock to merge

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2025 0

Valuation put at $3.7 billion Getty Images Holdings and Shutterstock will merge in a transaction valued at approximately $3.7 billion. The merger will create a new powerhouse in the visual content market under Getty Images Holdings. The combined company will continue trading on the New York Stock Exchange with the “GETY.” By joining forces, Getty […]

Automotive Events

2025 Detroit Auto Show unveils 150+ modified vehicles

Arnold Pinto 12/01/2025 0

In partnership with Modded Detroit The 2025 Detroit Auto Show has revealed a spectacular showcase of over 150 modified vehicles, highlighting the cutting-edge modifications car enthusiasts have implemented to push the limits of performance and design. In partnership with Modded Detroit, one of Michigan’s foremost automotive enthusiast groups, this exciting exhibition

Events Space

Get your telescope out as Mars puts on a spectacular show this January

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

Prime time to see the Red Planet If you have been gazing at the night sky recently, you may have noticed a bright, reddish object to the left of Orion. Mars, the Red Planet, is putting on a spectacular show this January. It is an excellent time for stargazers to spot Mars and catch glimpses […]

Automotive Entertainment

Select Mercedes-Benz vehicles to feature IMAX-enhanced films

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

Revolutionising in-car entertainment Sony Pictures Entertainment (SPE), IMAX Corporation, Mercedes‑Benz, and DTS have announced a collaboration to revolutionise in-car entertainment. Through the RIDEVU service, consumers can soon access extensive IMAX-enhanced content from Sony Pictures, including iconic films such as Venom: The Last Dance, Spider-Man: No Way Home, and

Automotive Business

Rolls-Royce to invest £300m in Goodwood production plant

Arnold Pinto 11/01/2025 0

2024 was a record year for the marque Rolls-Royce Motor Cars has announced a landmark investment of more than £300 million to expand its manufacturing facility at Goodwood. This marks the latest step in its ongoing commitment to delivering the most complex, personal, and valuable luxury automobiles. The significant investment reflects the company’s continued growth