Space

Finland is the newest Artemis Accords signatory

Arnold Pinto 24/02/2025

NASA and Finland have collaboration history Finland has become the 53rd nation to sign the NASA-led Artemis Accords, a landmark agreement for safe and responsible space exploration. The signing ceremony occurred at the Aalto University’s Winter Satellite Workshop 2025 in Espoo, Finland, marking

Tech

Ericsson unveils new radio, antenna, and RAN connect products

News Desk 23/02/2025

For high-performing programmable networks Ahead of the highly anticipated Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2025 in Barcelona, Ericsson is introducing a groundbreaking suite of radio, antenna, and open fronthaul solutions to propel the telecoms industry’s shift towards high-performing, programmable networks. The new product offerings are designed to help communications

Blockchain & Cryptocurrency Tech

Asimov Protocol unveils blockchain-based solution

News Desk 23/02/2025

For verifiable AI data Asimov Protocol, a cutting-edge decentralised solution, is set to galvanise the artificial intelligence (AI) sector with its innovative blockchain-based approach to data verification. Officially emerging from its stealth phase, the protocol introduces a new era of trust, transparency, and accountability in AI systems by ensuring that the data they

Cybersecurity

Quantum computing and encryption

News Desk 23/02/2025

The future of cybersecurity threats Quantum computing is emerging as a revolutionary technology, capable of performing calculations at speeds far beyond the reach of today’s supercomputers. However, this advancement presents a significant challenge for cybersecurity. The speed and power of quantum computers could potentially break the encryption systems we rely on to

Lifestyle Sport

Adidas unveils new global brand campaign

News Desk 23/02/2025

Highlighting the power of positivity in sport Adidas has launched a new global brand campaign, focusing on the crucial role of positivity from coaches, parents, teammates, and supporters in helping athletes believe in themselves. The campaign introduces the concept of the ‘Sideline Effect’, highlighting the significant impact that both negative and positive behaviours from

Business Education

Maharat launches business masterclass with Toufic Kreidieh

News Desk 22/02/2025

To empower Arab entrepreneurs Maharat, an online edutainment platform that allows anyone to learn from the best resource personnel in the Arab world, has launched a new business masterclass led by Toufic Kreidieh, Executive Chairman of Brands for Less Group. Aimed at empowering aspiring business owners and entrepreneurs across the Arab world, the ‘Building and […]

Health Tech

Researchers develop ‘smart pyjamas’ to monitor sleep disorders

News Editor 2 22/02/2025

In a home setting Researchers from the University of Cambridge have developed a revolutionary new approach to monitoring sleep disorders. This approach offers a comfortable and efficient alternative to traditional methods. The innovative ‘smart pyjamas’ are designed to detect sleep disorders, such as sleep apnoea, in the comfort of your own home, eliminating the need […]

Lifestyle Travel

How do airlines calculate flight prices?

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2025

What tips the scales? The cost of a flight is influenced by a wide variety of factors, ranging from route popularity to the type of aircraft you fly on. Understanding how airlines determine ticket prices can be key to securing a bargain and maximising the value of your travel. So, what exactly impacts flight prices, […]

Business

Tom Brady shares invaluable insights with Cloudera employees

Arnold Pinto 22/02/2025

At Elevate26 in Miami, Florida Cloudera marked a new chapter for the company at its annual sales kick-off, Elevate26, held on February 11, 2025, in Miami, Florida, with a keynote from one of the greatest American athletes of all time – Tom Brady – the American football quarterback. Speaking to an audience of over 700 […]

Transport UAE

Dubai City gets new assessment system for cycling and e-scooter tracks

News Desk 21/02/2025

To enhance maintenance efficiency and sustainability Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has launched an innovative assessment system for cycling and e-scooter tracks and their assets, leveraging the latest innovative technologies. The system marks a significant leap in monitoring and maintaining Dubai City’s cycling and e-scooter infrastructure and reflects

Sustainability

Japanese collaboration to save near-extinct herons in Bhutan takes wings

News Editor 2 21/02/2025

White-bellied Heron is ‘umbrella species’ Passionate captive breeding specialists from Japan and dedicated Bhutan conservationists have successfully hand-reared two chicks of the critically endangered White-bellied Heron (WBH), a species on the brink of extinction. This breakthrough achievement offers new hope for the survival of the world’s second-largest heron, which

Aviation UAE

Sharjah’s Department of Civil Aviation and Serco renew ANS contract

Arnold Pinto 21/02/2025

With growing role for Emiratis Sharjah’s Department of Civil Aviation (DCA) and Serco have renewed their longstanding Air Navigation Services (ANS) contract involving Sharjah International Airport. Serco has been delivering these services at the airport since 1947. Under the renewed agreement, Serco will continue to manage Sharjah’s Aeronautical Information

Business

Respect ethos is central to European ceramics production

Arnold Pinto 21/02/2025

Including 15,000 individuals in Spain European ceramics, including the Spanish sector, are renowned for their quality and innovation. They are also foundational in their commitment to four essential elements: water, air, earth, and fire. However, a less visible yet equally crucial component is the industry’s dedication to respect—respect for people, the environment,

News NEWS DESK

UBF organises 4th edition of Cyber Wargaming under the supervision of Central Bank of the UAE

PR News Desk 20/02/2025

Under the supervision of the Central Bank of the UAE and the UAE Cybersecurity Council, the UAE Banks Federation (the sole representative and unified voice of UAE banks), organised the fourth edition of the “Cyber Wargaming 2025” event. This initiative is part of ongoing efforts to develop the banking sector, protect its digital infrastructure, and […]

Interviews Tech

MongoDB targets ambitious growth in the META region in the next 5 years

Arnold Pinto 20/02/2025

With regional hubs in the pipeline MongoDB, the New York City-based multipurpose developer data solutions provider, hosted ‘MongoDB Day Dubai’, the company’s inaugural Middle East event, at the Museum of the Future in Dubai City on February 18, 2025. The day-long event by the Nasdaq-listed company featured live demonstrations of the latest MongoDB products and […]

Space

Blue Origin reveals crew for New Shepard’s 30th spaceflight mission

Arnold Pinto 20/02/2025

6 individuals from diverse backgrounds Blue Origin, the US-based space exploration company, has revealed the six astronauts flying on the upcoming NS-30 mission aboard its New Shepard rocket. This mission marks a significant milestone for the company, being both the 10th human flight in the New Shepard programme and the 30th flight in the programme’s […]

Food Interviews

Evolving consumer landscape is the perfect recipe for Orkla IMEA

Arnold Pinto 20/02/2025

As the company serves up new delights Orkla India, Middle East and Africa (IMEA), the Middle East subsidiary of Orkla India, is a prominent global exhibitor at Gulfood – the world’s largest F&B trade event (February 17 – 21, 2025) in Dubai. The company owns and markets Eastern and MTR, two household names in Indian […]

Sport UAE

2025 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge set for an exciting start

Arnold Pinto 20/02/2025

Gruelling event runs from February 21 to 27 A world-class lineup of drivers and riders is set to take on the punishing dunes of Abu Dhabi in Round 2 of the FIA and FIM World Rally-Raid Championship (W2RC). With the final entry lists for the 2025 Abu Dhabi Desert Challenge (ADDC) confirmed rally raid, fans […]

Business Saudi Arabia UAE

MongoDB reinforces commitment to UAE and Saudi Arabia

News Desk 19/02/2025

Amidst Middle East expansion push MongoDB, a US-based developer data solutions provider, has announced plans to enhance its presence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Saudi Arabia to meet the increasing demand for local support in modernisation and innovation projects. In 2025, MongoDB intends to more than double its regional workforce, focusing on roles […]

Lifestyle Watches

Laurent Ferrier unveils reimagined Classic Traveller Globe Night Blue

News Desk 19/02/2025

To mark 15th anniversary In 2016, Swiss luxury watchmaker Laurent Ferrier introduced the Galet Traveller Globe Night Blue, a stunning timepiece that marked a remarkable interpretation of Earth as seen from space at night. Featuring a translucent enamel dial, the timepiece became an emblem of the brand’s artistic mastery and dedication to craftsmanship. Nearly a […]