Appointments Space

Relm Insurance recruits space economy expert

News Desk 2 29/08/2024 0

Company begins MENA operations Relm Insurance, a Hamilton, Bermuda-based speciality insurance provider for emerging and innovative industries, has appointed Dr Francesca Faedi as a senior advisor to enhance its capacity to meet the rising insurance demands of the space industry. Dr Faedi, the

Saudi Arabia Space

What is the 6th test flight of Halo Space in Saudi Arabia?

Arnold Pinto 29/08/2024 0

Prototype capsule will soar 30km Halo Space, a leading name in near space tourism, is set to conduct its sixth test flight in Saudi Arabia this September. The test flight will feature Halo Space’s prototype pressurised capsule, Aurora, ascending 30km above the Earth. The mission aims to validate critical systems developed over three years. The […]

Travel

Moscow dazzles with futuristic vision of the Russian capital

News Desk 2 28/08/2024 0

Middle East visitors invited to explore Moscow has been transformed into a sprawling spectacle of innovation and entertainment with the launch of the ‘Territory of the Future. Moscow 2030’ festival. Running from August 1 to September 8, 2024, this grand event offers visitors, particularly from the Middle East, a glimpse into the futuristic vision of […]

Gitex

2,000+ startups to make huge impact at Expand North Star 2024

News Desk 2 28/08/2024 0

Europe commits to large presence The countdown has begun for Expand North Star 2024, the globe’s premier event for startups and allied investors, slated to take over Dubai Harbour from October 13-16. This year’s edition promises a record-breaking showcase of innovation, with over 2,000 startups exhibiting, with over 400 coming from Europe, including the United […]

Web 3.0

Okto gets RAK Digital Assets Oasis operational licence

Dan Ngiam 28/08/2024 0

First Web3 wallet to do so Okto, the innovative self-custodial wallet developed by CoinDCX, has secured an operational licence from RAK Digital Assets Oasis (RAK DAO). This makes Okto the first Web3 wallet in the industry to obtain a pioneering licence from the world’s only free zone featuring common law attributes. The licence affirms Okto’s […]

Health

WHO appeals for $87 million to combat mpox outbreak

Dan Ngiam 28/08/2024 0

From September 2024 to February 2025 The World Health Organization (WHO) has issued an urgent appeal for financial support following the declaration of a global emergency concerning the mpox outbreak. The WHO has called for $87.4 million over the next six months—from September 2024 to February 2025—to boost its efforts in halting and containing the […]

Finance

Dubai panel: Financially empowered future is key for women

Arnold Pinto 28/08/2024 0

Financial literacy and independence seen vital A distinguished all-women panel gathered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, on August 26, 2024, to discuss critical issues surrounding financial literacy and empowerment for women in the Middle East. Organised by APM Capital Limited, a leading financial brokerage company based in Abu Dhabi, the event’s panellists featured experts

Automotive

Who is Charles Stewart Rolls, co-founder of the Rolls-Royce marque?

News Desk 2 27/08/2024 0

A tribute to his life and business acumen As part of Rolls-Royce Motor Cars’ ongoing ‘Makers of the Marque’ series, the spotlight shines on The Hon. Charles Stewart Rolls, co-founder of the esteemed marque alongside Henry Royce. Despite his tragically brief life, Rolls left an indelible mark on motoring, aviation, and engineering. Born on August […]

Lifestyle

50 ingenious cleaning hacks for a sparkling home

Dan Ngiam 27/08/2024 0

From keyboard cleaning to cleaning makeup brushes Walking into a cluttered room can be an absolute mood killer. Life’s demands—work, kids, and those irresistible naps—often seem to get in the way of a pristine home. But do not worry! With a bit of ingenuity, cleaning can become much easier and more effective. If you are […]

Banking Gitex

Sberbank invites entries for AI Journey Contest 2024

Dan Ngiam 27/08/2024 0

$90,000 prize offered Sberbank, the largest bank in Russia and a leading global financial institution has opened registration for its highly anticipated AI Journey Contest, an international online competition focused on artificial intelligence (AI). The contest, conducted in collaboration with the AIRI Institute, boasts a prize fund of RUB 8.5 million ($90,000).

Oil & Gas

Countdown begins for Gastech 2024 in Houston

Arnold Pinto 27/08/2024 0

With 50,000+ attendees and 800+ exhibitors In less than a month, the international gas and energy community will descend on Houston, Texas, for Gastech 2024, the world’s largest conference and exhibition for natural gas, LNG, hydrogen, climate technologies, energy manufacturing, and low-carbon solutions. The mega in-person event takes place from September 17 to 20, 2024,

Gitex

DEWA to showcase its latest digital innovations at GITEX Global 2024

News Desk 2 26/08/2024 0

Dubai’s utility provider is a long-time exhibitor Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) is gearing up to significantly impact GITEX Global 2024, the world’s most influential technology and startups event, which will take place from October 14 to 18, 2024, at Dubai World Trade Centre. At this year’s GITEX show, DEWA will present a range […]

Transport UAE

15th anniversary celebration of Dubai Metro begins

Dan Ngiam 26/08/2024 0

Themed ‘15 Years on Track’ Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority is celebrating the 15th anniversary of the Dubai Metro network this September with a ‘15 Years on Track’ campaign comprising promotional and entertainment events. The Dubai Metro network began commercial operations on September 9, 2009. Keolis-MHI, the Dubai Metro and Dubai Tram operator has joined […]

Gitex Space

Axiom Space and Nokia tie up for lunar spacesuit communications

Arnold Pinto 26/08/2024 0

For NASA’s Artemis III mission Axiom Space and Nokia are set to revolutionise lunar exploration by integrating high-speed 4G/LTE technology into the next-generation astronaut spacesuits for NASA’s upcoming Artemis III mission. The collaboration aims to embed advanced cellular-network capabilities into the Portable Life Support System (PLSS), commonly referred to as

News Sustainability

ISR Leadership Global Summit & Awards 2024 heads to London

Arnold Pinto 26/08/2024 0

Global organisation calls for support Dr Naresh Kumar Macherla, Chairman of ISR Leadership, has issued a heartfelt call to action, emphasising the global organisation’s dedication to creating a more sustainable and inclusive world. Addressing a news conference in Dubai, UAE, on August 22, 2024, to announce the inaugural ISR Leadership Global Summit & Awards 2024

Corporate Sport

Concacaf and PIF to boost football across the Americas

Dan Ngiam 25/08/2024 0

Multi-year partnership signed The Confederation of North, Central America and Caribbean Association Football (Concacaf) and Saudi Arabia’s sovereign wealth Public Investment Fund (PIF) have signed a strategic, multi-year partnership to enhance football development and increase the sport’s accessibility across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean region.

Business

ADIB partners with Cloudera for data migration push to Azure

News Desk 2 25/08/2024 0

For sustained growth and innovation Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB), the Emirati financial institution with approximately $58 billion in assets, has successfully migrated its Cloudera data management platform from on-premises infrastructure to the Azure public cloud as part of its digital transformation strategy. The move to the Cloudera Public Cloud Platform on Azure

Aviation Watches

URWERK unveils exclusive high-flying EMC SR-71

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2024 0

Tribute to the iconic SR-71 Blackbird High-end watchmaker URWERK has unveiled the EMC SR-71, a tribute to the legendary US Air Force’s SR-71 Blackbird high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft. With this exceptional new model, Geneva-based URWERK marks a decade of high-end horological innovation in the Swiss watchmaking industry. Initially introduced in 2014, URWERK’s

Defence & Security

US provides new $125 million security aid to Ukraine

Arnold Pinto 25/08/2024 0

Package includes Javelin systems The Biden administration has announced an additional $125 million in security assistance to boost Ukraine’s defence capabilities against Russia’s ongoing unprovoked full-scale invasion that is over two years old so far. This new tranche of aid, the 64th by the United States since August 2021, is set to enhance Ukraine’s military […]

Lifestyle

Journaling is Americans’ #1 self-care activity

News Desk 2 24/08/2024 0

Exercise comes in at #2 New data has revealed that journaling is the most Googled self-care activity in the United States. The Manhattan Mental Health Counseling study shows that journaling is the most popular method in 14 US states, surpassing other popular methods like exercise and yoga. The research, which analysed search data from Google […]