Events Travel

UN Tourism urges sector to prioritise gender equality

Arnold Pinto 09/03/2024

Call made on International Women’s Day 2024 UN Tourism, the United Nations specialised agency, has urged the global tourism sector to ‘invest in women’ and expedite efforts towards achieving gender equality. The call, issued by UN Tourism in celebration of International Women’s Day

Interviews Travel

Valencia tourism sector emerges stronger post-pandemic

Arnold Pinto 09/03/2024

The Spanish city is European Green Capital 2024 The tourism sector in Valencia –  Spain’s third-largest city – has recovered remarkably from the pandemic, with international tourist traffic exceeding pre-pandemic figures. In an exclusive interview with ‘Middle East News 247’ in Valencia, on the sidelines of the 40th edition of CEVISAMA—the leading international

Business Markets UAE

World Gold Council opens regional office in Dubai

PR News Desk 08/03/2024

The move aims to facilitate gold trade in the Middle East The World Gold Council (WGC), headquartered in London, UK, has opened a new office in Dubai, serving as its regional headquarters for the Middle East region. The office is in the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) free zone in Dubai City, one of the […]

Business Telecom

Soaring growth seen in global IoT eSIM connections by 2028

Arnold Pinto 08/03/2024

Automotive, logistics, and O&G sectors to benefit greatly New research predicts a remarkable surge in global IoT eSIM connections, reaching nearly 1.3 billion by 2028, up from 165 million in 2024. This exponential growth is attributed to the emergence of advanced eSIM specifications, which offer enhanced flexibility for enterprises to remotely provision eSIM profile

Lifestyle News UAE

Habibi! Come to Dubai, the best city for expats!

PR News Desk 08/03/2024

New study places Gulf emirate in top slot Dubai has become the top choice for expatriates seeking a new home abroad. According to a Deluxe Holiday Homes research study aimed at determining the best cities worldwide for relocation, several factors were used in the study commissioned by the Dubai-based company that manages vacation rental apartments […]

Space Travel

Space Perspective targets its first space flights this year

Arnold Pinto 08/03/2024

Capsule will take travellers beyond Earth’s horizon Space Perspective is gearing up to launch its first commercial space flights in late 2024 in a boost to the fledgling accessible space tourism sector. The Florida-headquartered company is the world’s first carbon-neutral spaceflight experience company. It has developed a spaceship named ‘Neptune,’ which comprises a

Business Retail Shopping UAE

Dubai Mall attracted a record 105 million visitors in 2023

PR News Desk 07/03/2024

20 million visited in the first two months of 2024 The Dubai Mall celebrated a milestone by hosting an unprecedented 105 million visitors in 2023, marking an impressive surge of more than 19% from the previous year’s 88 million. Sales performance in 2023 also demonstrated robust figures. Statistics released by Emaar Malls Management on March […]

Business Defence & Security UAE

UAE’s EDGE Group enters pact with Spain’s Indra

Arnold Pinto 07/03/2024

JV to produce next-gen radar systems in the UAE The Abu Dhabi-based EDGE Group has formalised a new Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Spain’s Indra Sistemas (Indra), a leading global technology and consulting company. The agreement, signed in Madrid by Hamad Al Marar, EDGE Managing Director & CEO, and Jose Vicente de los Mozos, CEO […]

Automotive Saudi Arabia Sustainability

EVIQ and Tawal enter electric vehicle charging tie-up

PR News Desk 07/03/2024

Saudi EV drivers to benefit from the partnership Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company (EVIQ) has established an electric vehicle (EV) charging partnership with Tawal, the largest ICT infrastructure company in Saudi Arabia. Mohammad Bakr Gazzaz, CEO of EVIQ, and Mohammed Alhakbani, CEO of Tawal, signed the partnership at Leap 2024 in Riyadh. This strategic alliance marks

Business Tech

Cloudera transforms on-premises data experiences for trusted analytics and AI at scale

PR News Desk 07/03/2024

Open data lakehouse with Apache Iceberg for private clouds now available  Cloudera has launched the latest phase of its open data lakehouse on a private cloud. With the new rollout, the preferred data partner for the world’s most renowned companies has become the only provider to offer an open data lakehouse with Apache Iceberg for […]

Business Finance

AML systems expenditure seen at $65bn globally by 2028

PR News Desk 06/03/2024

Fuelled by AI’s advancements in risk assessment There is likely to be an 80% surge in total spending on third-party Anti-money Laundering (AML) systems by 2028, reaching $65.62 billion, up from $36.43 billion in 2024, according to ‘Global AML Systems Market 2024-2028’ – a new study conducted by Juniper Research – a leading authority in […]

Tech

Google unveils new sign-in page for improved user experience

Arnold Pinto 06/03/2024

A fresh look with the same reliable functionality Did you log into your Google Account today and are surprised that the sign-in page looks different? Not genuine? Rest easy: Google has rolled out a revamped sign-in page, introducing a visually enhanced layout designed to cater to various screen sizes, including large and wide screens. While […]

Automotive Markets

Genesis unveils luxury automotive advertising spectacle

PR News Desk 06/03/2024

‘Signature Event’ is the auto brand’s latest marketing campaign The automotive brand Genesis has lifted the curtain on its latest marketing extravaganza – the ‘Signature Event’ campaign. This initiative represents an extension of the successful ‘Luxe is in the Details’ creative approach launched in 2023. The campaign accentuates the unique features

Business Interviews

Tile by tile the beautiful story gets told

Arnold Pinto 06/03/2024

Indian manufacturer floors the competition Two globally renowned tile brands – Restile and The Tile Story – under Bell Granito Ceramica Limited (BGCL) exhibited at CEVISAMA – the leading international trade event for the ceramic, bathroom equipment, and natural stone sectors – held at Feria Valencia in Valencia, Spain, from February 26 to March 1, […]

Education Health

Cambridge mathematicians unveil project to decode infectious diseases

PR News Desk 05/03/2024

Initiative aimed at students aged 11 to 14 Mathematicians from the University of Cambridge have launched a comprehensive set of resources aimed at helping students and teachers comprehend the vital role mathematics plays in combating infectious diseases. Named the ‘Contagious Maths’ project, this educational endeavour is spearheaded by Professor Julia Gog from Cambridge’s

Space

Webb telescope reveals distant galaxy GN-z11

Arnold Pinto 05/03/2024

Massive black hole and pristine gas clump uncovered In a groundbreaking discovery, the James Webb Space Telescope has unveiled the mysteries shrouding GN-z11, one of the youngest and most remote galaxies ever observed. The findings, released in a joint effort by NASA, ESA, and the Canadian Space Agency, promise to redefine our comprehension of the […]

Automotive Qatar Sport

Pirelli debuts at Moto2 and Moto3 races

PR News Desk 05/03/2024

Lusail International Circuit in Qatar in the spotlight In a thrilling kick-off to the 75th season of the premier motorcycle racing series, Pirelli has made its racing debut as the official and exclusive supplier of tyres for the Moto2 and Moto3 classes at the Lusail International Circuit in Qatar. Pirelli’s DIABLO Superbike slick and DIABLO […]

Business Education UAE

7 Mustaqbalkom trainees graduate in the UAE

PR News Desk 05/03/2024

Richemont initiative preps Emiratis for luxury sector role Richemont Group has announced the graduation of the first cohort from its Mustaqbalkom Trainee Programme in the United Arab Emirates. This unique initiative, meaning ‘your future’ in Arabic, is a stepping stone for Emirati bachelor’s and master’s graduates to explore diverse career options within the prestigious

Business Finance

Global business evolves amidst AI and IT resurgence

PR News Desk 04/03/2024

Asian semiconductor companies playing a pivotal role In the ever-changing landscape of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Information Technology (IT), investors are finding solace as the uptrend in risk assets, notably stocks, broadens globally across various regions and sectors. While concerns of German ‘deindustrialisation’ loom, recent shifts in the energy

Appointments Jewellery

Nicolas Luchsinger appointed new CEO of Buccellati

PR News Desk 04/03/2024

Incumbent CEO concludes 10-year term at the helm In a significant leadership shift, Buccellati, the renowned high-jewellery brand, is set to welcome Nicolas Luchsinger as its new CEO, effective April 2, 2024. Currently serving as the Asia-Pacific President at Van Cleef and Arpels, Luchsinger brings a wealth of experience, boasting 17 years with Van Cleef […]