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
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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
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 […]
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
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
‘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
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, […]
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
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 […]
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 […]
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
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
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 […]





























