Business

Mobily and iBasis strengthen global mobile data services pact

News Desk 08/02/2025

Signed at Capacity Middle East 2025 Etihad Etisalat (Mobily), one of Saudi Arabia’s leading digital enablers in the technology, media, and telecom (TMT) sector, has extended its partnership with iBasis, a global leader in communications solutions for operators and digital players. The new

Health

UNAIDS: US aid funding hits global HIV prevention efforts

News Desk 08/02/2025

Affecting 20 million individuals A temporary halt in foreign assistance funding from the United States has caused significant confusion in global HIV prevention efforts, putting vulnerable populations at risk, according to a statement from UNAIDS. The United Nations agency, which combats AIDS worldwide, addressed the disruption at a press briefing in Geneva on Friday,

Logistics

Cathay  Cargo  exchanges  shipment  information  using  IATA’s  ONE  Record  data  protocol

Arnold Pinto 08/02/2025

Becomes  first  carrier  to  do  so Cathay  Cargo  has  made  a  significant  stride  in  digitalising  air  cargo  operations  by  becoming  the  first  carrier  to  implement  the  International  Air  Transport  Association’s  (IATA)  ONE 

Business News Tech

Gogo, Satcom Direct, and Airbus in new partnership

Arnold Pinto 08/02/2025

For Airbus corporate jets Gogo Business Aviation and Satcom Direct have finalised a comprehensive Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus. The agreement marks the beginning of a partnership to bring advanced, low-latency, high-speed broadband internet to Airbus Corporate Jets (ACJ) operators. Under the MoU, Gogo’s cutting-edge Air-to-Ground (ATG), FlightDeck Freedom,

Automotive Sport

Nissan/NMC unveils 2025 motorsports lineup

News Desk 07/02/2025

Targeting electrification, carbon neutrality Nissan Motor and Nissan Motorsports & Customizing (NMC) have revealed an extensive plan for their 2025 motorsports campaigns, highlighting their commitment to electrification, carbon neutrality, and customer racing support. The announcement outlines Nissan’s participation in top-tier racing events, including the ABB FIA

Aviation Defence & Security

Bundeswehr drone flies through European upper airspace

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025

For the first time A German Heron TP drone belonging to the German Armed Forces (Bundeswehr) has successfully flown through upper airspace, marking the first-ever such flight in Europe. The event occurred as part of the ‘Accommodation and Validation of Medium Altitude Long Endurance Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems’ (MALE RPAS) project, a key initiative

Defence & Security

First flight of 10 high-threat illegal aliens arrives at Guantanamo Bay

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025

Members of Tren de Aragua The first flight of high-threat illegal aliens from the United States arrived on January 5, 2025, at Naval Station Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, marking a significant shift in the country’s approach to detaining transnational criminals. The 10 individuals onboard are all members of the Tren de Aragua, a notorious criminal organisation […]

Aviation Events

Dubai Airshow set for flight from November 17 to 21

Arnold Pinto 07/02/2025

With a refreshed look The 19th Dubai Airshow will take place from November 17 to 21, 2025, at Dubai World Central (DWC). Building on the success of previous editions, the 2025 show promises to be bigger and more innovative. Its rebranded theme, “The Future is Here,” will reflect the cutting-edge technologies and ideas that will […]

Events Tech

Ai Everything Global 2025 held in Abu Dhabi

News Desk 06/02/2025

Highlighting AI innovation AI Everything GLOBAL is underway in the UAE. An electrifying opening day starts the world’s largest public-private AI gathering. Organised by the Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC) and Kaoun International in affiliation with GITEX GLOBAL, AI Everything Global is the premier AI event. Running from February 4 to 6, it brings together influential […]

Tech

Surge in air passenger traffic boosts airport network performance

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025

In Arabian Gulf region and Turkey The Arabian Gulf region and Turkey are witnessing a remarkable surge in air passenger traffic, with key hubs like Dubai, Doha, and Istanbul experiencing robust growth. As these airports prepare for increased traveller numbers, the demand for reliable and high-performance cellular networks has never been more critical to enhancing […]

Tech Travel

Lufthansa Group introduces Apple AirTag Integration

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025

For enhanced baggage tracking Lufthansa Group airlines, including Lufthansa, SWISS, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, and Eurowings, have launched a new service to improve passenger baggage tracking. Effective immediately, customers flying with these airlines can now securely and privately share the location of their baggage through the Apple AirTag or Find My network,

Business Space

Thales Alenia Space to develop Emirates Airlock Module

Arnold Pinto 06/02/2025

For NASA’s Lunar Gateway Thales Alenia Space, a joint venture between Thales (67%) and Leonardo (33%), has signed a contract with the Dubai-based Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre to design and develop the Emirates Crew and Science Airlock Module. This critical element will be docked to NASA’s Lunar Gateway cislunar space station and play a […]

Cybersecurity

64% of global consumers cite data breaches as a top privacy concern

News Desk 05/02/2025

Acronis data privacy survey finds Acronis has released the findings of its inaugural report, Data Privacy in 2025: A Survey to Explore Consumer Views on Cyber Protection. The report, unveiled on January 28, 2025, aligns with Data Privacy Day and provides an in-depth look at global consumer attitudes toward data protection and cybersecurity. The study […]

Tech

Nokia to upgrade New York’s largest Internet Exchange backbone

News Desk 05/02/2025

With new optical technology DE-CIX, the world’s leading Internet Exchange (IX) operator, has chosen Nokia to upgrade the backbone network for DE-CIX New York, the largest Internet Exchange in New York and the US Northeast region. The upgrade will see the backbone network transition to a 400 Gigabit Ethernet (GE) system, with support for up […]

Lifestyle

AI plays a growing role in sentimental writing

News Desk 05/02/2025

A new era of communication Two years ago, Jebar King, a writer by profession, was faced with the daunting task of drafting an obituary for his late grandmother. Grieving and unsure of where to begin, King, 31, was overwhelmed. “I was just like, there’s no way I can do this,” he recalls. Yet, amid his […]

Health

Ebola vaccination trial launches in Uganda

News Editor 2 05/02/2025

In a historic move In a historic move, Uganda’s Ministry of Health, the World Health Organization (WHO), and various partners have launched a pioneering vaccine trial to fight the Ebola virus from the Sudan species. This is the first-ever clinical trial targeting the Sudan virus, marking a monumental step in the global effort to combat […]

Real Estate UAE

Reef Luxury Developments launches AED300mln project in Al Furjan

News Desk 04/02/2025

Reef 999 project Reef Luxury Developments has announced the launch of its highly anticipated AED 300 million project, Reef 999. The new development, located in the sought-after Al Furjan community in Dubai, promises to redefine luxury living with cutting-edge features, including the company’s patented climate-controlled sunken balcony. Building on the success of its first

Automotive Lifestyle

New Continental GTC Speed auctioned for charity

News Desk 04/02/2025

At Naples Winter Wine Festival At this year’s Naples Winter Wine Festival (NWWF), a unique charity auction item made waves in the luxury car world and the philanthropic community. Bentley’s latest open-top grand tourer, the Continental GTC Speed, was auctioned for a remarkable $1.7 million. All proceeds supported at-risk and underprivileged children in Collier County, […]

Aviation Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin delivers first F-16 Block 70 jet to Bulgaria

Arnold Pinto 04/02/2025

Enhancing national defence capabilities Lockheed Martin has delivered Bulgaria’s first F-16 Block 70 jet, marking a significant milestone in the country’s ongoing efforts to modernise its air force. The aircraft was delivered at a ceremony held at Lockheed Martin’s Greenville, South Carolina facility, with Bulgaria’s Minister of Defence, Atanas

Automotive

Audi unveils new unified nomenclature

Arnold Pinto 04/02/2025

For global model identification Audi is set to standardise its vehicle nomenclature, providing customers with a more intuitive and transparent system worldwide. The German automotive giant has announced that in the future, its alphanumeric model names will reflect the size and positioning of each model, regardless of whether the vehicle is electric or powered by […]