Space Health

Emirati crew to participate in NASA’s HERA analogue Mars mission

Arnold Pinto 23/01/2024 0

Long-term space flight under scrutiny The Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) is collaborating with NASA’s Human Exploration Research Analogue (HERA) mission in Houston, Texas, by sending an all-Emirati participant crew as well as conducting six scientific experiments in

Tech Business Interviews

Milestone Systems prioritises ‘technology for good’

Arnold Pinto 22/01/2024 0

Danish firm showcases advanced innovations at Intersec 2024 in Dubai Milestone Systems, headquartered in Denmark, is a global leader in open-platform video management software. Founded in 1998, the company has consistently pioneered innovative solutions for surveillance and security, empowering organisations across the globe to manage and analyse video data effectively.

Health Tech

WHO unveils AI ethics and governance guidance for LMMS

Arnold Pinto 22/01/2024 0

For governments, technology companies, healthcare providers In a move aimed at addressing the ethical challenges and governance posed by large multi-modal models (LMMs) in artificial intelligence (AI), the World Health Organization (WHO) has unveiled guidance that outlines crucial recommendations for governments, technology companies, and healthcare providers. LMMs are a

GCC Video

Milestone Systems at Intersec 2024

Arnold Pinto 21/01/2024 0

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Milestone Systems at Intersec 2024

Arnold Pinto 21/01/2024 0

GCC Video

What went down at Intersec 2024 in Dubai

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Cybersecurity Tech

Personal data transfer from the EU can continue to 11 jurisdictions

Arnold Pinto 21/01/2024 0

Robust data protection safeguards found in place The European Commission has concluded its review of 11 existing adequacy decisions, initially adopted under the EU data protection legislation preceding the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). The commission’s report, released on January 15, 2024, affirms that personal data transferred from the European Union to

Health

Closing women’s health gap presents a $1 trillion opportunity

Arnold Pinto 20/01/2024 0

WEF launches Global Alliance for Women’s Health A newly released report from the World Economic Forum (WEF) has revealed that closing the health gap facing women worldwide could result in a $1 trillion annual boost to the global economy by 2040. The report, titled ‘Closing the Women’s Health Gap: A $1 Trillion Opportunity to Improve […]

UAE GCC Transport

Dubai gets 2 new Salik toll gates in November 2024

Arnold Pinto 20/01/2024 0

Locations are Business Bay Crossing and Al Safa South Dubai emirate’s Roads and Transport Authority is introducing two new automatic toll gates (Salik) at Business Bay Crossing on Al Khail Road and Sheikh Zayed Road in Al Safa South in Dubai City. The two new toll gates – to be operated by Salik Company – […]

Business Tech

Milestone Systems subscribes to G7 Code of Conduct for AI

Arnold Pinto 19/01/2024 0

The Danish company is a first mover in this regard Milestone Systems – a leading provider of data-driven video technology software for security and other allied applications – has confirmed that the company has voluntarily signed and will implement the G7 Code of Conduct for advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems. On October 30, 2023, the […]

Tech Gadgets

A hacker can crack your numeric-only passcode in seconds

Arnold Pinto 19/01/2024 0

Alpha-numeric passcodes are key to robust digital security Did you know a hacker can crack a 12-number passcode in merely seconds? In this context, the Repocket team has released new research about the perils of numeric-only passcodes and the consequential vulnerability of smartphones. Repocket operates a large-scale proxy network that provides access to IP addresses […]

GCC Video

Milestone Systems adopts G7 Code of Conduct for AI

Arnold Pinto 18/01/2024 0

UAE GCC

Registered for the UAE’s Unemployment Insurance Scheme?

Arnold Pinto 18/01/2024 0

If not, you could face a fine of AED400 The Unemployment Insurance Scheme launched by the United Arab Emirates (UAE) offers three consecutive months of financial assistance to UAE residents and Emiratis employed in the Arab Gulf state’s private and federal government sectors who lose their jobs due to reasons other than disciplinary action or […]

Sport

FIFA seeks media rights bids for World Cup 2026 and 2030

Arnold Pinto 17/01/2024 0

The bid submission deadline is February 13, 2024 FIFA has unveiled an invitation to tender (ITT) for the media rights to the FIFA World Cup 2026 and FIFA World Cup 2030 men’s tournaments for France, Monaco, Andorra and the French overseas territories. Canada, Mexico, and the United States will jointly host the FIFA World Cup […]

Health

NASA confirms 2023 as the warmest year on Earth

Arnold Pinto 17/01/2024 0

Unprecedented heatwaves affected millions last year NASA’s recent analysis has confirmed 2023 as the warmest year ever recorded on Earth. According to scientists from NASA’s Goddard Institute for Space Studies (GISS) in New York, the global temperatures soared to approximately 1.2 degrees Celsius above the average for NASA’s baseline period (1951-1980).

Logistics Aviation

Global air cargo demand up 8.3% in November 2023

Arnold Pinto 16/01/2024 0

Middle Eastern carriers post 13.5% YoY rise in cargo volumes Global air cargo demand, measured in cargo tonne-kilometres (CTKs), increased by 8.3% in November 2023 compared to November 2022, according to newly released data issued by the International Air Transport Association (IATA). For international operations, demand growth was 8.1%. Middle Eastern

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How powerful (or not) is your passport in 2024?

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2024 0

Read on, for your laissez-passer status Passports out! An unprecedented six countries – France, Germany, Italy, Spain, Japan, and Singapore – occupy the top spot in the 2024 Henley Passport Index, a ranking system based on exclusive data from the International Air Transport Association. The six nations now possess the most powerful passports globally, providing […]

Travel Tech

IATA enhances contactless travel with advanced Timatic product

Arnold Pinto 15/01/2024 0

Significant stride made towards seamless travel experience The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched the latest iteration of Timatic, an innovative travel documentation and verification system. This exceptional system supports contactless travel and elevates the overall passenger experience. The revamped Timatic platform has undergone a comprehensive

Aviation Sustainability

Oneworld Alliance is the first global airline coalition to join IATA CO2 Connect

Arnold Pinto 14/01/2024 0

The platform calculates aviation sector CO2 emissions Denoting a pivotal move towards sustainability and transparency, Oneworld Alliance – the premier global airline coalition – has become the inaugural participant from the aviation industry to join the International Air Transport Association’s (IATA) CO2 Connect initiative. This new collaboration will

Logistics UAE

Ford and DB Schenker break ground for parts distribution centre at Dubai Logistics District

Arnold Pinto 13/01/2024 0

41,792-sqm facility to be operational in January 2025 Ford Motor Company and DB Schenker, a leading logistics provider, have jointly broken ground on a Ford Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) at Dubai Logistics District, part of Dubai World Central. The 41,792-sqm facility is set to commence operations in January 2025 by serving as a consolidated storage […]