Gadgets Sport

Oppo and UEFA extend partnership for 3 new seasons

News Desk 07/09/2024

Matchday Phone unveiled in Madrid Oppo has renewed its official smartphone product partnership with the Union of European Football Associations (UEFA) for the next three seasons. The renewed collaboration includes several UEFA competitions, including the UEFA Champions League, UEFA Super Cup,

Lifestyle

Ikea launches its FY2025 collection in UAE

News Desk 07/09/2024

New line centres on sleep quality Ikea has launched its FY2025 collection in the UAE market, emphasising sleep quality. This marks a significant shift from the Swedish flat-pack furniture company’s previous years’ focus on multifunctional home spaces. Studies commissioned by Ikea involving UAE residents note that 60% of respondents report insufficient rest, leading to an

Gadgets Gitex

Bebird unveils world’s first OTC camera ear cleaner

Arnold Pinto 06/09/2024

Launched at IFA Berlin 2024 Bebird, a trailblazer in personal ear care technology, is gearing up to make a splash at IFA Berlin 2024 with three new product announcements, including the world’s first over-the-counter (OTC) camera ear cleaner. This year, celebrating its 100th anniversary, the IFA exhibition provides a fitting backdrop for Bebird to debut […]

Aviation

Egypt to get 2 C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters

Arnold Pinto 06/09/2024

Joining 7 other MENA nations The Egyptian Armed Forces have announced their acquisition of two C-130J-30 Super Hercules tactical airlifters. The announcement, made on September 5, 2024, at the 2024 Egypt International Air Show, marks Egypt as the 23rd country to join the global Super Hercules fleet. Lockheed Martin, the manufacturer of the C-130J-30, will […]

Tech

Milestone XPerience Days Middle East heads to Dubai City

Arnold Pinto 05/09/2024

From September 9 to 10, 2024 Milestone Systems, a global leader in data-driven video technology software, will host Milestone Xperience Days Middle East in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from September 9 to 10, 2024. The Dubai event is part of the company’s global flagship Milestone XPerience Days series for its regional partners. It features a […]

Transport

InsuranceMarket.ae is the new name for Dubai Metro’s Mashreq station

Arnold Pinto 05/09/2024

10-year naming rights deal signed Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has awarded InsuranceMarket.ae, the UAE’s largest insurance platform, the naming rights to Mashreq metro station in Dubai City for the next decade. Mashreq metro station on the Red Line of the Dubai Metro network is being rebranded as the InsuranceMarket metro station for ten […]

Business

6th AccessAbilities Expo to debut in October

News Desk 04/09/2024

Poland to make big impact at Dubai event AccessAbilities Expo, the largest exhibition in the Middle East and Africa region dedicated to showcasing the latest innovations and solutions for people with disabilities, will be held at the Dubai World Trade Centre from October 7 to 9, 2024. This global event will unite individuals and organisations, […]

Automotive

All-new 2025 Nissan Patrol makes its global debut in Abu Dhabi

Arnold Pinto 04/09/2024

5,000 automotive experts developed the Y63 Nissan Motor Corporation (Nissan) celebrated the world premiere of its all-new 2025 Patrol (Y63) SUV on September 3, 2024, in Abu Dhabi City, United Arab Emirates. At an exclusive launch event held at ADNEC Marina in the UAE capital, and speaking against a gigantic digital landscape of Abu Dhabi […]

Gadgets Gitex

Yango unveils a pair of AI assistant-powered smart speakers

News Desk 03/09/2024

Bilingual human-like Yasmina is all-knowing Yango Group, a prominent tech innovator known for integrating global technologies into local services, has launched its latest cutting-edge devices: the Yasmina Midi and Yasmina Mini smart speakers, now available online and in retail stores across the UAE. The Yasmina smart speakers are distinguished by their unique integration

Lifestyle

OC Home furnishes Al Ain City with new store

News Desk 03/09/2024

Summer Collection also debuts OC Home, a home décor brand specialising in affordable yet stylish products, opened its first branch in Al Ain City in Abu Dhabi, UAE. Located directly opposite Jimi Mall, the new store is a key milestone for the brand following the recent debut of its City Centre Mirdif mall store in […]

Sport

UN Tourism and FIA to propel sustainable sports tourism

Arnold Pinto 03/09/2024

New MoU signed in Monza The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UN Tourism) and the Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA) have signed a strengthened partnership to advance sustainable sports tourism. The new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), formalised during the Formula 1 Grand Prix weekend in Monza, Italy, underscores both organisations’

Aviation

PAL-V to set up Dutch assembly and delivery centre

Arnold Pinto 03/09/2024

At Breda International Airport PAL-V, a global leader in FlyDrive mobility solutions, will establish a new assembly and delivery centre at Breda International Airport in the Netherlands. The move marks a pivotal step in PAL-V’s mission to transform personal air mobility. The new facility will be the first in Europe, positioning Breda International Airport at […]

Automotive Saudi Arabia

Changan Automobile capitalises on Middle East market

Arnold Pinto 02/09/2024

With new launches and strategic developments One of China’s top four automotive groups, Changan Automobile, has launched its all-new UNI-S, Avatr, and Deepal models in Saudi Arabia. This is the trio’s official unveiling for the oil-rich Middle East region. At its 2024 Middle East and Africa Brand Event, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on August […]

Thought leadership

Recognising the crucial role of geopolitical tensions in global commodity markets

News Desk 02/09/2024

By Marc Pussard, Head of Risk at APM Capital Geopolitical events profoundly influence commodity prices, a crucial factor for investors to consider when shaping their strategies. It’s essential to take a strategic approach when considering these influences. According to a recent Fitch Ratings report, global commodity prices have been influenced by the wars in the […]

Health

WHO highlights global public health crises at Geneva media conference

News Editor 2 02/09/2024

mpox tops the list Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General of the World Health Organization (WHO), addressed a media conference in Geneva, Switzerland, on August 30, 2024, offering significant updates on ongoing health crises worldwide. The conference underscored WHO’s ongoing commitment to addressing critical public health challenges, from the mpox outbreak in

Education Space

Orbital Space is go for the Arab World’s first privately funded lunar mission

Arnold Pinto 02/09/2024

In partnership with Astrobotic Orbital Space, a Dubai-based aerospace company, has unveiled the Orbital Space Lunar Programme, representing what is said to be the Arab World’s first privately funded lunar mission. In collaboration with Astrobotic, a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, US-headquartered space exploration and technology development company, the pioneering

Saudi Arabia Tech

New identity for Global AI Summit in Riyadh

Arnold Pinto 02/09/2024

From September 10-12, 2024 The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) has launched a revamped identity for the third edition of the Global Artificial Intelligence Summit (GAIN), which will take place in Riyadh from September 10-12, 2024. This year’s summit, themed ‘For the Good of Humanity,’ explores AI technologies’ transformative potential and

Cybersecurity Gitex

Chainalysis: Romance and address poisoning scams on the rise

News Desk 01/09/2024

As average lifespan of scams falls Cryptocurrency-related scams are surging in 2024, with billions of dollars flowing into fraudulent schemes, according to a new study by Chainalysis. The study by the New York, US-headquartered blockchain data company reveals that these scams are evolving, significantly shifting toward more targeted attacks. Chainalysis’ report

Cybersecurity Gitex

September 1 is International Women in Cyber Day

News Editor 2 01/09/2024

Day for celebration and call to action September 1 marks a significant occasion in the global calendar—International Women in Cyber Day (IWCD). Established to honour the achievements and contributions of women in cybersecurity, this day serves as both a celebration and a call to action for greater inclusion and recognition in a field traditionally dominated […]

Corporate

Cathay Pacific to buy back warrants from HKSAR government

Arnold Pinto 01/09/2024

After thorough negotiations Cathay Pacific Airways (Cathay) has agreed to repurchase all the warrants previously issued to the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) government. The transaction will involve a minimum total consideration of HK$1,531,828,439.28. However, the final amount will be adjusted based on share price fluctuations during a specified period