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Tech

Google Earth and Street View get major updates

To capture a changing world In a constantly shifting world, with cities expanding and landscapes evolving, Google has unveiled significant updates to Google Earth and Street View to help users visualise these changes. The new features, including historical imagery dating back as far as 80 years, allow users to explore their neighbourhoods over decades or […]
Gitex

Geographic imbalances threaten AI progress in life sciences

US and China in the lead A new study from Mannheim Business School reveals significant geographic disparities in producing Artificial Intelligence (AI) research within the life sciences, potentially hindering progress in this transformative field. The study, led by Professor Marc Lerchenmüller, Dr Leo Schmallenbach, and Professor Till Bärnighausen of Heidelberg University,
Gitex

WideBot AI to launch advanced Arabic LLM

Exclusively at GITEX Global 2024 WideBot AI, a leading provider of conversational AI in the MENA region, will unveil its latest innovation, the AQL-7B, an advanced Arabic large language model (LLM), on October 15 at GITEX Global 2024. The new model has achieved top scores in Arabic AI performance benchmarks, establishing itself as a game […]
Food & Beverage

Future Food Forum 2024 opens in Dubai

Focus on the regional food sector Future Food Forum 2024, a pivotal event for the Middle East food industry, begins on October 2 in Dubai. The forum promises to unite key stakeholders from government, industry, and academia and focus on innovative technologies, sustainable practices, and collaborative strategies vital for the future of food production. Under […]
Space

US Spacecom emphasises partnerships amid escalating threats

Spotlight on China and Russia In a compelling address at the Air & Space Power Association’s Defence Space Conference in London, US Space Command (Spacecom) Commander Gen. Stephen N. Whiting underscored the critical importance of international partnerships in safeguarding space capabilities amid rising global threats, particularly from China and Russia. Whiting
Telecom

Vodafone Idea selects Nokia as a 5G partner

Covering major Indian cities Nokia has announced a three-year partnership with Vodafone Idea Limited (VIL) to enhance its 4G and 5G infrastructure across India. The collaboration aims to modernise and expand VIL’s existing network, delivering premium connectivity to approximately 200 million subscribers in India. Under the terms of the deal, Nokia will replace the
Travel

Georgia hosts World Tourism Day 2024 summit

With the theme of ‘Tourism and Peace’ World Tourism Day 2024, a testament to the global interest in promoting peace through tourism, was hosted on September 27, 2024, by UN Tourism in Tbilisi, Georgia. The event brought together a diverse group of 500 participants from 51 countries, including 13 tourism ministers, all united under the […]
Lifestyle

XQ Adventure opens in Al Ain this November

XQuarry’s second venue after Sharjah XQuarry Off-Road & Adventure Park is set to entice outdoor adventure and off-road enthusiasts in the United Arab Emirates with the opening of XQ Adventure in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi, in early November. XQ Adventure is a strategic partnership between XQuarry Off-Road & Adventure Park and Al Ain Adventure, the […]
Automotive

Lotus Cars revs up its performance in the Middle East

New showrooms set to open Remaining faithful to the vision of founder Colin Chapman, Lotus Cars has carved out a unique identity in the automotive world, focusing on pure driving experiences. Known for innovative engineering and advanced materials, Lotus emphasises the importance of lightweight construction, which enhances performance and fosters a deeper connection
Real Estate

Bespoke proptech platform to launch in 2025. Housez that?

Focusing on UAE real estate sector The United Arab Emirates (UAE) real estate market continues to grow at breakneck speed, fuelled by evolving customer preferences and favourable economic conditions. Offering a unique blend of luxury, innovation, and sustainability, the market has witnessed a notable shift towards high-end developments, driven by a robust economy and a
Business Food

Al Islami Foods serves up a new brand identity

With ‘Food is a blessing’ tagline Al Islami Foods, a leading premium frozen food brand in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has officially launched its brand identity, which focuses on today’s and future consumers and the values of its Emirati founder. The Dubai-headquartered company’s new brand strategy was unveiled in Dubai on September 25, 2024. […]