Business Cybersecurity

Microsoft vulnerabilities reached an all-time high in 2024

News Desk 17/04/2025

Reveals BeyondTrust report BeyondTrust has reported a record-breaking 1,360 vulnerabilities disclosed across Microsoft’s ecosystem in 2024. This marks an 11% increase over the previous high of 1,292 vulnerabilities reported in 2022 and underscores the persistent and evolving challenges

Business Logistics

Air cargo seen key to global resilience

Arnold Pinto 16/04/2025

Says IATA at World Cargo Symposium The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has reaffirmed the essential role of air cargo in maintaining global supply chains and has urged governments and industry stakeholders to concentrate on customer expectations, especially regarding safety, security, digitalisation, and sustainability. Speaking on April 15, 2025, at the

Appointments UAE

Jaimesha Patel appointed CEO of créo

News Desk 16/04/2025

Signalling ambitious growth plans Dubai-based growth and transformation agency créo has appointed Jaimesha Patel as its new Chief Executive Officer. Effective March 2025, the appointment highlights the agency’s strategic aim to enhance its leadership in performance marketing, creativity, and measurable business transformation. Patel’s arrival marks a significant milestone

Lifestyle Space

Blue Origin’s New Shepard suborbital rocket completes 31st flight

Arnold Pinto 16/04/2025

With an all-women crew Blue Origin celebrated a significant milestone in commercial spaceflight by completing its 31st New Shepard mission, NS-31, to the edge of space on April 14, 2025. Launching from its West Texas site, the mission carried a diverse and high-profile all-women crew, contributing to the growing list of private, well-paying people making […]

Business Finance

Safety AI startup viAct secures US$7.3m in Series A funding round

News Desk 16/04/2025

To expand in MENA and Europe viAct, an impact-driven artificial intelligence startup transforming safety in high-risk industries, has raised US$7.3 million in a Series A funding round. The investment was led by Dublin-based Venturewave Capital, with support from Singtel Innov8, Korea Investment Partners, and the PolyU Entrepreneurship Investment Fund. The strategic capital

Aviation Logistics

IATA launches Face Ambassadors Programme

Arnold Pinto 15/04/2025

To inspire new air cargo leaders The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched its Face Ambassadors Programme, a key extension of its Future Air Cargo Executives ( Face) initiative. This new global outreach effort highlights the industry’s dynamic opportunities to attract and inspire the next generation of air cargo professionals. As part of its

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin and RNLAF achieve live data share between F-35 and C2 System

Arnold Pinto 15/04/2025

During Ramstein Flag exercise In a significant milestone for international defence collaboration, Lockheed Martin Skunk Works and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) have demonstrated the first-ever live sharing of classified data outside the United States. This was achieved between an F-35 fighter jet in flight and a Dutch Command and Control (C2) system known […]

Business Markets

UAE and EU forge ahead with free trade agreement negotiations

News Desk 15/04/2025

In boost to businesses In a significant move to enhance economic ties, the European Union (EU) and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) have agreed to initiate negotiations for a comprehensive free trade agreement (FTA). The decision aims to enhance trade relations, stimulate investment, and foster collaboration across key sectors between the two regions. The proposed […]

Design

Spanish ceramic tiles dazzle at Milan’s Fuorisalone 2025

Arnold Pinto 15/04/2025

With ‘The Light in the Darkness’ installation Spanish ceramic innovation took centre stage at Milan’s Fuorisalone 2025 with a moving installation titled ‘The Light in the Darkness’. Designed by the Valencian creative studio VirutaLab, the installation was showcased from April 7 to 11 at the Università degli Studi di Milano (La Statale), one of the […]

Entertainment Lifestyle UAE

Top 5 places to stargaze in the United Arab Emirates (UAE)

Arnold Pinto 14/04/2025

Away from light pollution The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is renowned for its dazzling skyline, modern architecture, and luxurious shopping malls. Still, the Arabian Gulf country also offers a unique opportunity to escape the urban lights and immerse oneself in the wonders of the night sky. In some regions of the UAE, clear skies, minimal […]

Business Markets

Global gold demand rose in 2024, boosted by central banks’ buying

Arnold Pinto 14/04/2025

And strong investment demand The World Gold Council’s Gold Demand Trends report for Q4 and the full year 2024 highlights an exceptional surge in global gold demand, marking a new all-time high of 4,974 tonnes. The increase was primarily driven by robust and sustained central bank purchasing activity, alongside strong growth in investment demand. Record-high […]

Automotive Events

2025 New York Auto Show unveils expanded EV and PHEV test track

Arnold Pinto 14/04/2025

Featuring top global automakers The 2025 New York International Auto Show is turning up the voltage on electric mobility with an expansion of its popular Multi-Brand EV Test Track. This year’s event offers visitors the chance to get up close and personal with a wide range of the latest electric vehicles (EVs) and plug-in hybrids […]

News

India’s Infosys and Formula E launch AI-powered Stats Centre

Arnold Pinto 14/04/2025

To boost fan engagement Formula E has partnered with Infosys, a global leader in next-generation digital services and consulting, to launch the Formula E Stats Centre. This innovative platform, powered by Infosys Topaz, marks a pivotal moment in fan engagement and the generation of data-driven insights within the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. Designed […]

Business Interviews Tech

Bridging the digital divide and why the booming MENA market appeals to Bimser

Arnold Pinto 13/04/2025

Exclusive interview with Murat Atıcı, CEO of Bimser Bimser is a rapidly growing digital transformation and quality management platform, offering over 140 integrated modules for managing quality, health, safety, and environmental (QHSE) processes. Headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey, with a new Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional office in Dubai, UAE, Bimser helps

Events Sustainability Transport

Japanese carmakers unite to showcase synthetic fuel vehicles

Arnold Pinto 13/04/2025

At Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai A consortium of major Japanese companies—ENEOS Corporation, Suzuki Motor Corporation, Subaru Corporation, Daihatsu Motor, Toyota Motor Corporation, and Mazda Motor Corporation—has announced its collaboration to supply passenger vehicles powered by synthetic fuel for Expo 2025 in Osaka, Kansai, Japan. The initiative facilitates the transportation

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Crypto Events

Bitcoin 2025 Hackathon to showcase global builders in Las Vegas

News Desk 13/04/2025

With a $30,000 prize pool BTC Inc., the world’s leading Bitcoin conference organisers, has officially announced The Bitcoin Games B25 Hackathon, presented by Bitcoin++. This global competition aims to highlight cutting-edge innovation in the Bitcoin ecosystem. Submissions opened on April 7, and the winner will be announced at the Bitcoin 2025 conference, scheduled for May

Aviation Events

SkyDrive conducts public flight of SkyDrive SD-05 at Expo 2025 site

Arnold Pinto 13/04/2025

During Media Day SkyDrive, a Japanese eVTOL (electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing) aircraft developer, conducted a public flight of its SkyDrive SD-05 model at the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai site on April 9, 2025. The event occurred during the Media Day held at the Expo’s dedicated Expo Vertiport, showcasing Japan’s leadership in next-generation air mobility. […]

Events

Expo 2025 begins in Osaka, Kansai, in a sign of global unity

Arnold Pinto 12/04/2025

55 years after Japan first hosted the global event Japan is preparing to open its doors for Expo 2025 Osaka Kansai, officially launching on April 13, 2025, at Yumeshima Island in Osaka Bay. The highly anticipated World Expo will begin with a grand opening ceremony at 2 pm JST on April 12, streamed live across […]

Automotive Design

Kia showcases next-generation PV5, PV5 WKNDR and Concept EV2

Arnold Pinto 12/04/2025

At Milan Design Week 2025 Kia showcased its concept of future mobility at Milan Design Week 2025 with its immersive and visually arresting ‘Transcend Journey’ design installation, hosted at Eastend Studios from April 7 to 9, 2025. The showcase spotlighted the South Korean brand’s next-generation electric and Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) innovations, featuring the

Business UAE

Bimser opens its MENA regional office in Dubai

News Desk 12/04/2025

Focus on the enterprise software market Turkish enterprise software leader Bimser has officially launched its new regional office in Dubai, UAE, marking a major milestone in its strategic expansion across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region. Founded in 1998, with over 2,500 global customers, Bimser has established a strong reputation in enterprise software. […]