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Study: IoT cybersecurity market is set to reach $60 billion globally by 2029

Arnold Pinto 03/12/2024 0

As potential for cyber-attacks escalates The global Internet of Things (IoT) cybersecurity market will experience dramatic growth over the next five years, reaching $60 billion by 2029, up from $27 billion in 2024. This represents a substantial 120% increase in cybersecurity investment, driven

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Toyota Gazoo Racing is ready for Dakar 2025

Arnold Pinto 03/12/2024 0

With focus on a youthful team Toyota Gazoo Racing (TGR) is gearing up for the 2025 Dakar Rally in Saudi Arabia with a formidable six-car team poised to take on the world’s most challenging motorsport event. Combining the expertise of both TGR and Toyota Gazoo Racing South Africa (TGRSA), alongside teams from Land Cruiser Toyota […]

Finance

KYC/KYB spend to hit $22bn globally by 2029

Arnold Pinto 02/12/2024 0

From $9.2bn in 2024 A new study from Juniper Research reveals that non-financial businesses’ global spend on Know Your Customer (KYC) and Know Your Business (KYB) systems will surge by 140% over the next five years. From an estimated $9.2 billion in 2024, this figure is projected to climb to $22 billion by 2029. This […]

Lifestyle

Passengers reveal what they want at airports

Arnold Pinto 02/12/2024 0

Including convenience and digital solutions The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has unveiled the findings from its 2024 Global Passenger Survey, highlighting that passengers increasingly prioritise convenience, speed, and integrating advanced technology to improve their travel experience. The survey indicates a growing demand for digital solutions such as

Tech

WEF’s Edison Alliance accelerates global digital inclusion

Arnold Pinto 02/12/2024 0

Impacting over a billion lives The Edison Alliance, an initiative launched by the World Economic Forum (WEF), has connected over one billion people worldwide to essential digital services, including healthcare, education, and finance. This milestone has been reached ahead of the Alliance’s initial target of 2025. The programme spans over 100 countries and has united

Travel

Condor to fly from Frankfurt to 8 new European cities in 2025

Arnold Pinto 02/12/2024 0

Carrier embraces ‘leisure’ concept The German leisure airline Condor will enhance its summer 2025 flight schedule by adding eight city break destinations. Starting in the summer of 2025, the airline will operate daily flights from Frankfurt to Rome (FCO), Milan (MXP), Prague (PRG), Vienna (VIE), Zurich (ZRH), Berlin (BER), Hamburg (HAM), and Munich (MUC). These […]

Aviation

Star Alliance is the ‘World’s Leading Airline Alliance’

Arnold Pinto 01/12/2024 Post a comment

At World Travel Awards 2024 Star Alliance has been recognised as the ‘World’s Leading Airline Alliance’ for the fifth consecutive year at the prestigious World Travel Awards. The announcement was made at a grand final gala ceremony held in Madeira, Portugal, on November 24, 2024. Earlier in 2024, during the North America edition of the […]

Telecom

Operator carrier billing revenue to near $15 billion globally by 2029

Arnold Pinto 01/12/2024 0

Growing from $9.3 billion in 2024 A new study from Juniper Research, a leading expert in telecommunications, has revealed that global operator revenue from carrier billing transactions is set to grow from $9.3 billion in 2024 to nearly $15 billion by 2029 – a rise of 59%. This substantial growth is expected to be driven […]

Tech

Know the top 10 fintech trends for 2025?

Arnold Pinto 30/11/2024 0

From Apple NFC to virtual cards Juniper Research, a leading fintech and payments specialist, has revealed the top 10 trends to transform the financial landscape in 2025. The trends highlight the industry’s rapid shifts, driven by technological advancements, changing consumer demands, and evolving regulatory landscapes. According to Nick Maynard, Juniper Research’s VP

Business

Avtar and Seramount launch 2025 Best Companies for Women in Gulf study

Arnold Pinto 30/11/2024 0

Entries close on December 15, 2024 Avtar Group, a leading global advocate for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) based in Chennai, India, has partnered with Seramount, a Washington DC, US-based company, to launch the 2025 edition of the Best Companies for Women in Gulf (BCWG) study. This influential benchmarking initiative aims to recognise companies across […]

Design

Tile of Spain Awards 2024 celebrate architecture and design excellence

Arnold Pinto 29/11/2024 0

Hosted by ASCER in Castellón ASCER, the Spanish Ceramic Tiles Manufacturers’ Association, hosted the 23rd edition of the Tile of Spain Awards for Architecture, Interior Design, and Master’s Thesis Projects on November 23, 2024, at the association’s headquarters in Castellón, Spain. Chaired by renowned architect Rafael de la Hoz, a distinguished jury, including architect

Sport

Lewis Hamilton experiences a commercial spaceflight training flight in Austin, Texas

Arnold Pinto 28/11/2024 0

Supported by IWC Schaffhausen Lewis Hamilton, the Mercedes-AMG Petronas F 1 Team driver, has begun his quest to be a commercial human spaceflight mission member after years of dominating the Formula 1 circuit. With the support of Swiss watchmaker IWC Schaffhausen, of which he has been a brand ambassador since 2013, his dream of going […]

Automotive Business

Defender signs car partnership with Dakar Rally

Arnold Pinto 28/11/2024 0

Beginning from the 2025 edition British automaker Defender has unveiled a meaningful partnership with the Dakar Rally, solidifying its position as the official car partner of the legendary rally event from 2025 to 2028. This partnership is a significant milestone for Defender and the Dakar Rally, marking a new era of collaboration. From 2026, Defender […]

Aviation

Emirates receives its first A350-900 from Airbus

Arnold Pinto 28/11/2024 0

As the carrier targets 400 global cities Emirates has taken delivery of its first A350-900 aircraft from Airbus in Toulouse, France, with 64 more on order. The carrier unveiled the new aircraft in Dubai on November 27, 2024. The A350 is the first new widebody aircraft type to join Emirates’ fleet since 2008. It will […]

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Lewis Hamiltion preps for spaceflight

Arnold Pinto 27/11/2024 0

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Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines celebrate merger of Air India and Vistara

Arnold Pinto 27/11/2024 0

Air India Group now has 300 aircraft Tata Sons and Singapore Airlines (SIA) marked a significant milestone in their longstanding partnership with a symbolic ceremony at the Taj Mahal Hotel in New Delhi to celebrate the merger of Air India and Vistara. The merger consolidates four Tata-owned airlines under the Air India Group into a […]

Business

Swiss deep-tech start-up secures $1.85m in pre-seeding funding

Arnold Pinto 27/11/2024 0

Apheros aims to transform data centre cooling Swiss deep-tech start-up Apheros has secured $1.85 million in pre-seed funding to address one of the digital infrastructure industry’s most pressing challenges: the soaring energy demands of data centres. As data centres grow in number and complexity, driven by AI, machine learning, and supercomputing advances, their

Cybersecurity

Sweden tops global rankings for cybersecurity preparedness in 2024

Arnold Pinto 26/11/2024 0

54 countries analysed A new study by cybersecurity research firm Psono has revealed that Sweden is the most prepared country to face data security threats in 2024, ranking highest on the global cybersecurity index. Sweden achieved an impressive composite score of 98.6, mainly due to its robust cybersecurity infrastructure, public awareness, and many cybersecurity

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Eneron develops Magnum MK1 Concept for Abu Dhabi Police force

Arnold Pinto 26/11/2024 0

Futuristic vehicle has stealth mode Eneron, a subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi-based technology company Kintsugi, has unveiled the Magnum MK1 Concept, a cutting-edge patrol vehicle explicitly developed for the Abu Dhabi Police. This next-generation, 4×4 bulletproof vehicle is designed to meet law enforcement’s demands, offering advanced features for patrol,

Tech Travel

American Airlines unveils advanced passenger boarding technology

Arnold Pinto 26/11/2024 0

At over 100 airports in the US American Airlines is rolling out advanced passenger boarding technology to over 100 airports across the United States. This innovative technology ensures passengers board aircraft in their assigned groups and enhances boarding as the US prepares for the busy holiday season. The technology ensures passengers can only board when […]