Cybersecurity

Do you know the 25 top cybersecurity trends?

News Desk 12/04/2025

Including emerging threats As cybercrime continues to evolve, cybersecurity experts face new challenges each year. Two newly released reports, the World Economic Forum’s ‘Global Cybersecurity Outlook 2025’ and Thales’ ‘Cybertrends 2025,’ provide critical insights into the key factors

Aviation Saudi Arabia

IATA Aviation Day MENA 2025 to land in Jeddah

Arnold Pinto 11/04/2025

To spotlight the future of aviation The IATA Aviation Day Middle East and North Africa (MENA) will be held in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia, from May 6 to 7, 2025. The key regional event will bring aviation leaders, regulators, and industry experts together to address the industry’s most pressing challenges and emerging opportunities. The conference will […]

Space UAE

Dubai hosts ISPRS Geospatial Week 2025

Arnold Pinto 11/04/2025

As a six-day event The International Society for Photogrammetry and Remote Sensing (ISPRS) Geospatial Week (GSW) is being held in Dubai City from April 6 to 11, 2025. ISPRS Geospatial Week 2025, being held at Dubai World Trade Centre, is being organised by ISPRS and hosted by the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) […]

Defence & Security Logistics

Expanded US-Panama partnership aims to secure Panama Canal

Arnold Pinto 11/04/2025

And counter Chinese influence US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has unveiled a major expansion of the United States’ security partnership with Panama. The expansion aims to safeguard the strategic Panama Canal and counter what he called “China’s malign influence” in the region. During a joint press conference in Panama City with Panamanian Public Security Minister

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Real Estate

Serenity and MTA Real Estate to launch blockchain real estate investment portal

News Desk 11/04/2025

For global crypto holders Serenity, a Singapore-headquartered blockchain technology company specialising in secure digital finance solutions, has partnered strategically with Dubai-based MTA Real Estate to develop a blockchain-powered real estate investment portal specifically designed for crypto holders worldwide. The move follows the Dubai Land Department’s recent

Events Lifestyle Watches

55,000+ visitors ensure the success of Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025

Arnold Pinto 10/04/2025

With 50 exhibiting brands Watches and Wonders Geneva has achieved record-breaking attendance and reinforced its position as the premier event in the Swiss watchmaking industry With over 55,000 visitors throughout the week (April 1-7, 2025), the event has firmly established itself as a “must-attend” occasion, highlighting the growing global interest in Swiss watchmaking.

Logistics

Neos 3F Air Cargo enhances air cargo operations globally

News Desk 10/04/2025

By incorporating advanced technology With airports worldwide striving for more efficient and secure logistics operations, the Neos 3F Air Cargo, developed by Italian company OMG Industry, is rapidly becoming an essential solution. The innovative ULD (Unit Load Device) mover is enhancing operational efficiency and safety in the air cargo sector, with key players like

Tech

Plans afoot to give Europe’s 440 million drivers digital driving licences

Arnold Pinto 10/04/2025

To be accessible via smartphones A new digital era is dawning in a major development for Europe’s 440 million drivers. Motorists will soon be able to access a mobile version of their driving licences on their smartphones, ready for use within the European Union (EU) and across borders worldwide. This change is part of the […]

Space

Bangladesh becomes 54th nation to sign Nasa’s Artemis Accords

Arnold Pinto 10/04/2025

Promoting responsible space exploration Bangladesh has officially become the 54th nation to sign Nasa’s Artemis Accords, joining a growing coalition of countries dedicated to the responsible, peaceful, and sustainable space exploration. The signing ceremony occurred in Dhaka on April 8, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the Southeast Asia country’s

Events

All you need to know about Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, including ticket prices

Arnold Pinto 09/04/2025

April 13 to October 13, 2025 Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, is one of the decade’s most highly anticipated events. Scheduled to take place from April 13 to October 13, 2025, on a purpose-built island site, the Expo promises to be a world-class gathering showcasing cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and the best global culture. The event, hosted […]

Events Tech UAE

World AI Technology Expo UAE 2025 set to debut this May

News Desk 09/04/2025

A global hub for AI innovation The World AI Technology Expo UAE 2025 is set to be the most significant and comprehensive event of its kind in the world, bringing together artificial intelligence (AI) professionals, industry leaders, and start-ups from around the globe. Scheduled to take place from May 14-15, at the Mövenpick Grand Al […]

Business Finance

EU approves revised regulations to screen foreign investments

Arnold Pinto 09/04/2025

To enhance security The International Trade Committee of the European Parliament has approved new, revised rules for screening foreign investments within the European Union (EU). Approved on April 8, 2025, the updated regulations are designed to protect EU security and public order by expanding the sectors subject to mandatory screening and harmonising national screening

Space

Nasa astronaut and Roscosmos cosmonauts arrive at International Space Station

Arnold Pinto 09/04/2025

Via a Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft Nasa astronaut Jonny Kim, accompanied by Roscosmos cosmonauts Sergey Ryzhikov and Alexey Zubritsky, arrived safely at the International Space Station (ISS) on April 8, 2025. Their arrival increased the number of ISS residents to 10 for the next two weeks. The historic Soyuz MS-27 spacecraft, carrying Kim, Ryzhikov, and Zubritsky, […]

Tech Transport

Kawasaki’s iconic Corleo leaps straight out of the pages of science fiction

Arnold Pinto 08/04/2025

New era of personal mobility dawns Kawasaki Heavy Industries is revolutionising personal mobility with the unveiling of Corleo (Concept 01), a futuristic two-seater off-road quadruped robot designed to blend cutting-edge technology with the thrill of riding. The concept quadruped robot, controlled through body movements and equipped with AI-powered vision, is scheduled to

Thought leadership

Tariffs, tensions, and the Gulf: Why GCC markets cannot ignore Trump’s trade gambit

News Desk 08/04/2025

By Vijay Valecha, CIO, Century Financial US President Donald J. Trump’s much-hyped “Liberation Day” arrived on April 2, 2025, leaving market participants feeling anything but “liberated.” Although Trump had indicated the possibility of tariffs with a narrower focus, he has unveiled the steepest tariff measures in a century. This includes a 10% tax on imports

Automotive

BYD to zoom past Tesla as global EV leader in 2025 for the first time

Arnold Pinto 08/04/2025

Ultra-fast charging system is a game-changer BYD, the world’s leading manufacturer of electric vehicles (EVs) and power batteries, is on track to overtake Tesla for the first time in 2025 and become the global leader in EV sales. The Chinese automaker is expected to capture a 15.7% share of the global EV market this year, […]

Business

MoneyGram and Mastercard enter partnership

Arnold Pinto 08/04/2025

To enhance digital money movement MoneyGram, a leading financial technology company, has partnered strategically with Mastercard to enhance global financial accessibility by advancing digital money movement. The new partnership promises to deliver faster, more secure, and near-real-time payment solutions to customers worldwide. Through the new alliance, MoneyGram will

Automotive Business

Do you know that Chinese EV brands accounted for 62% of global EV sales in 2024?

Arnold Pinto 07/04/2025

Despite challenges in some regions China has firmly established itself as the dominant force in the global electric vehicle (EV) market, with its manufacturers leading in both domestic sales and worldwide production. In 2024, Chinese EV brands were responsible for an impressive 62% of global EV sales, cementing the country’s position as the undisputed powerhouse […]

Aviation Business

Holland’s PAL-V achieves crucial European aviation certification

Arnold Pinto 07/04/2025

With approval from EASA PAL-V, the pioneering Dutch company behind the world’s first FlyDrive vehicle, has achieved a crucial milestone in its journey toward certification as the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has issued the company with a No Technical Objection (NTO) for its innovative Liberty vehicle. This groundbreaking approval marks a major step […]

Health

Aid cuts threaten fragile progress in ending maternal deaths

Arnold Pinto 07/04/2025

UN agencies warn Despite remarkable progress in reducing maternal deaths, new figures released today, April 7, 2025, by United Nations (UN) agencies show that women are still at risk of losing their lives during pregnancy and childbirth. UN experts warn that this progress could be reversed due to unprecedented cuts in global aid, which are […]