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Optical
Saudi Arabia Tech

Nokia and Aramco achieve 2.4Tbps optical transmission

Arnold Pinto 0
PSE-6s line cards used Nokia and Aramco have achieved a major milestone by successfully deploying the first-ever 2.4Tbps optical transmission in Aramco’s operational network in Saudi Arabia. Nokia’s sixth-generation Photonic Service Engine (PSE-6s), which delivers an impressive 2.4Tbps per card, made the breakthrough possible. The trial, conducted over Aramco’s existing
UP42
Saudi Arabia Space

NSG acquires UP42 startup from Airbus

Arnold Pinto 0
Boosting Saudi space ambitions Neo Space Group (NSG), Saudi Arabia’s leading commercial space services provider, has acquired UP42, a next-generation Earth observation (EO) digital platform from Airbus Defence and Space. The deal is subject to the satisfaction of customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances. The acquisition of startup UP42, launched in
National
UAE

UAE poised to celebrate its 53rd National Day

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With a 4-day public holiday The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is preparing to celebrate its 53rd National Day in 2024, a significant occasion marking the union of the seven emirates that form the nation. This year’s festivities will occur on December 2, 2024, reflecting the day the UAE was founded in 1971. The National Day, […]
One
Real Estate UAE

One Central project launched in Ras Al Khaimah

Dan Ngiam 0
Valued at AED1 billion Pantheon Development, a prominent Dubai-based real estate developer, has launched its flagship mixed-use project, One Central, located in the heart of Ras Al Khaimah emirate in the United Arab Emirates. The launch event, held at the Coca-Cola Arena in Dubai, attracted more than 3,500 broker registrations, reflecting the growing appeal of […]
Wild
Lifestyle UAE

How to enjoy winter wild camping in UAE in 2024

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Wild camping in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) during the winter months offers an exceptional opportunity to explore the country’s vast desert landscapes, serene mountain ranges, and unique wilderness. As the temperature drops in the cooler months of December through February, it creates an ideal environment for camping enthusiasts to experience the raw beauty of
Robotics
Business UAE

Dubai-based ALEC unveils ‘Robotics Strategy’

Dan Ngiam 0
To automate 5% of its construction work by 2030 Dubai-based ALEC Engineering & Contracting (ALEC) has launched its ‘Robotics Strategy’ initiative, which aims to automate 5% of its construction operations in the UAE by 2030. An announcement to this effect was made at ALEC’s annual Innovation Day in Dubai, where 14 leading robotics companies and […]
Exlantix
Automotive UAE

Exeed to launch Exlantix EV in UAE in Q1 2025

Arnold Pinto 0
A new hybrid model also lined up Exeed, the premium automotive brand of China’s Chery Automotive Group, is poised to enter the fast-growing and increasingly competitive electric vehicle (EV) market in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by introducing its Exlantix EV series in the first quarter of 2025. The targeted entry of Exeed’s Exlantix ET […]
Space42
Education Space UAE

Space42 introduces space technology to UAE students

Arnold Pinto 0
As part of an educational campaign Space42, an Abu Dhabi-based space tech company, and the UAE Ministry of Education have launched an educational campaign designed to inspire and educate the next generation of scientists, engineers, and space enthusiasts ahead of the Q4 launch of Space42’s next-generation mobility system, the Thuraya 4 satellite. The initiative invites
Oman
Oman Space

Oman launches an AI-enhanced satellite

Arnold Pinto 0
Marking a new era in space exploration Oman has officially entered the space race by launching its first AI-powered satellite, OL-1. CAS Space, a Chinese spaceflight company, launched the satellite from the Gobi Desert on November 18, 2024. It is equipped with advanced remote sensing and Earth observation technologies, all enhanced by artificial intelligence (AI). […]
Taxi
Business UAE

250 electric taxis are set to hit Dubai’s roads

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In a push for sustainability Dubai Taxi Company (DTC) has secured 250 new taxi licence plates at an auction held by Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority. With these new licence plates, DTC’s total fleet size will amount to 6,210 taxis, and the taxi operator will generate an additional AED85 million in annual revenue. DTC will […]

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