Gitex Interviews

Digital era fuels Lexar’s stellar growth trajectory

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

Bespoke storage solutions meet digital customers’ growing needs Lexar is a leading global brand specialising in high-performance storage solutions, including memory cards, USB drives, and SSDs. Known for its innovation and reliability, Lexar’s products cater to various users, from

Gitex Interviews

Confluent is in for the long haul in Middle East

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

With cutting-edge data streaming solutions Confluent, founded in 2014, is an American technology company headquartered in Mountain View, California. It specialises in real-time data streaming solutions built on Apache Kafka, an open-source platform that handles continuous data flows. Confluent enables organisations to access and manage data in motion, providing a

Cybersecurity Gitex

Seceon secures Middle East from fast-evolving threat landscape

Arnold Pinto 20/10/2024

Critical infrastructure is a prime target Seceon, founded in 2015, is a leading global provider of advanced AI-powered cybersecurity solutions. It offers organisations across industries real-time, automated threat detection and response capabilities. With a mission to empower organisations against cyber threats while helping them reduce costs and meet compliance

GCC Video

US Secretary of Defence media briefing at NATO HQ

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

Gitex Interviews

Hytera reaffirms commitment to customer-centric solutions for the Middle East

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

By integrating AI-driven and 5G communication technologies In an exclusive interview at GITEX Global 2024, Yasar Arafat, Regional Sales Manager of Hytera Communications – a leading global provider of professional communications technologies and solutions – shared insights into the company’s latest innovations and strategic focus in the Middle East. He

Defence & Security

Austin reiterates US and NATO’s long-term commitment to Ukraine

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

To counter Russian aggression US Secretary of Defence Lloyd J. Austin has reaffirmed the unwavering commitment of the United States and NATO to a free and sovereign Ukraine. Austin delivered the statement at a news conference held at NATO headquarters in Brussels on October 18, 2024, following a defence ministerial meeting focused on Ukraine’s ongoing […]

Gitex Space

TII and UAE Space Agency sign quantum communication infrastructure partnership

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

Safeguarding UAE’s national security The Abu Dhabi-headquartered Technology Innovation Institute (TII) has partnered with the UAE Space Agency to establish a comprehensive quantum communication infrastructure utilising cutting-edge Quantum Key Distribution (QKD) technology developed in the UAE. The proposed QKD infrastructure promises to enhance the UAE’s national

Aviation UAE

Focus on vertical flight sector at Dubai Helishow 2024

Arnold Pinto 19/10/2024

Event lifts off on October 22 at Skydive Dubai Dubai Helishow 2024 will open its doors at Skydive Dubai from October 22 to 24, 2024. The event, under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, will serve as a […]

GCC Video

Exclusive interview: Hytera at GITEX Global 2024

Arnold Pinto 18/10/2024

Business Gitex

Cognizant to boost Du’s digital transformation goals

Arnold Pinto 16/10/2024

Under 5-year strategic partnership Cognizant and Du, a UAE-based telecom and digital services provider, have unveiled a five-year strategic partnership to redefine Du’s digital transformation. The partnership aims to boost Du’s internal capabilities, positioning the company to thrive in the fast-evolving telecommunications landscape in the UAE. Cognizant will

Business Tech

Totl eyes GCC rollout after stepping up to transform the UAE cashback ecosystem

Arnold Pinto 14/10/2024

Innovative startup’s QR tech is a game-changer In an era where digital transformation is reshaping consumer interactions, Totl, a pioneering fintech firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), is redefining how businesses connect with customers. With over 700 businesses across the UAE onboard and $1 million in investments, app-based Totl offers customers a unique […]

Gitex Tech

Lexar unveils the world’s fastest, most robust, and slimmest memory solutions

Arnold Pinto 14/10/2024

Exclusively at GITEX Global 2024 Lexar has launched an innovative lineup at GITEX Global 2024, including the world’s fastest, most robust, and thinnest memory solutions. Focusing on professional photographers, videographers, gamers, and content creators, Lexar’s latest offerings include products with massive capacities and remarkable

Gitex

It is meetup time for startups and investors at Expand North Star

Arnold Pinto 13/10/2024

From October 13 to 16, 2024 Expand North Star, the world’s largest startup and investor connector event, gets off to a much-anticipated start in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from October 13 to 16, 2024. This year’s edition, hosted by Dubai Chamber Digital at Dubai Harbour, promises to be bigger and more dynamic than ever. Organised […]

Automotive News Sustainability

Nissan to unveil affordable bi-directional charging for EVs in 2026

Arnold Pinto 11/10/2024

A pivotal shift in utilising EVs Nissan Motor Co. has announced plans to launch affordable bi-directional charging technology for selected electric vehicles (EVs) starting in 2026. The initiative aligns with Nissan’s business plan, dubbed ‘The Arc,’ which aims to introduce innovative solutions that facilitate the transition to electric mobility while unlocking new

Gitex

Emirati university to showcase AI innovation at GITEX Global 2024

Arnold Pinto 11/10/2024

Including CV, ML NLP, and robotics Mohamed bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI), the world’s first graduate-level research university dedicated solely to artificial intelligence (AI), will exhibit groundbreaking advancements in AI technology at GITEX Global 2024, which will take place at Dubai World Trade Centre from October 14 to 18. As part of the

GCC Video

How to get to Expand North Star 2024 in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 10/10/2024

GCC Video

How to get to GITEX Global 2024 in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 10/10/2024

GCC Video

Dubai Airports goes the extra mile

Arnold Pinto 10/10/2024

Events Gitex

How to get to GITEX Global 2024 and Expand North Star 2024 in Dubai

Arnold Pinto 10/10/2024

Dubai authorities partner for visitors’ deluge Ahead of GITEX Global 2024 and co-located Expand North Star 2024, Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC), the twin events’ organiser, has announced extensive preparations in collaboration with the Dubai Events Security Committee, Dubai Police, and Dubai Roads and Transport Authority, to ensure a smooth and secure experience for the

Business

Ratan Tata dies at age 86 in Mumbai

Arnold Pinto 09/10/2024

India’s iconic business leader was world-renowned Ratan N. Tata, the widely respected chairman emeritus of India’s mighty Tata Group, passed away in Mumbai on October 9, 2024, at the age of 86. He had been admitted to the intensive care unit at Breach Candy Hospital in India’s commercial capital on October 7, 2024, for what he […]