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Task
Defence & Security

US military to get new task force

Arnold Pinto
To improve fighting strength In a sweeping move to refocus the US military on a merit-based system, US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has announced the establishment of a new task force designed to strengthen America’s fighting force. The newly formed ‘Restoring America’s Fighting Force’ Task Force will ensure that the US Department of Defence (DOD) […]
Mission
Space

4th Axiom Space mission set for International Space Station

Arnold Pinto
Led by Peggy Whitson NASA and its international partners have approved Axiom Space’s fourth private astronaut mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The mission will launch from NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre in Florida no earlier than Spring 2025. The Axiom Mission 4 (Ax-4) crew will travel to the ISS aboard a SpaceX Dragon spacecraft. […]
Alice
Business

Alice & Bob secures €100m Series B funding

To revolutionise quantum computing Alice & Bob, a pioneering company in the race for fault-tolerant quantum computing, has raised €100 million in its Series B funding round. The investment, led by Future French Champions (FFC), AXA Venture Partners (AVP), and Bpifrance, will accelerate the company’s efforts to build the world’s first practical and scalable quantum […]
Supersonic
Aviation

Boom Supersonic breaks the sound barrier

Arnold Pinto
With historic flight of the XB-1 jet Boom Supersonic has made history with the successful supersonic flight of its XB-1 demonstrator aircraft, marking a key milestone in developing its Overture supersonic aircraft. The flight occurred at Mojave Air & Space Port in California, where the XB-1 became the first independently developed supersonic jet built in […]
Contract
Business

Serco consortium wins key maintenance contract

For Belgian and Dutch mine countermeasure fleets The Belgian and Dutch navy has awarded Serco, Exail Robotics Belgium, and Naval Group Belgium a significant maintenance contract for their Mine Countermeasure (MCM) vessels. The contract, known as 24NSPER, is part of a broader effort to modernise and maintain the MCM fleets, ensuring they remain operational and […]
Tourism
Travel

Global tourism surpasses pre-pandemic levels in 2024

Arnold Pinto
Arrivals soar to 1.4 billion International tourism achieved a major milestone in 2024, with global arrivals soaring to 1.4 billion, marking a near-complete recovery from the devastating impacts of the Covid-19 pandemic. The surge in traveller numbers represents a 99% return to pre-pandemic levels, with an 11% increase over 2023, equating to 140 million more […]
MoU
Aviation Business

Leonardo signs MoU with Saudi Arabia

Arnold Pinto
To boost aerospace and defence Leonardo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Investment (MISA) and the General Authority for Military Industries (GAMI) of Saudi Arabia. The MoU focuses on expanding collaboration in the aerospace and defence sectors, marking a significant step forward in the companies’ long-standing partnership. The
Colombian
Markets

US imposes visa restrictions on Colombian government officials

Arnold Pinto
Following repatriation flights dispute US Secretary of State Marco Rubio has authorised a series of visa restrictions on Colombian government officials and their immediate family members in response to the country’s refusal to accept repatriation flights for its citizens. The move follows a diplomatic dispute in which Colombian President Gustavo Petro withdrew his
Offline
Markets

Offline versus online promotional media

Which drives better consumer engagement? In an era dominated by digital marketing, businesses increasingly turn to online platforms like mobile apps, social media, and direct email to reach consumers. However, recent research suggests that traditional offline marketing techniques like printed coupons might still have a significant edge in driving consumer behaviour. A team
Messaging
Aviation Travel

Free messaging on all Lufthansa long-haul flights

From summer 2025 Lufthansa has announced that starting in the summer of 2025, passengers on all its long-haul flights can send and receive unlimited complimentary messages, including photos, during their journeys. The new messaging service, available on flights to destinations such as the USA, Brazil, and Japan, significantly enhances the customer experience on
Centres
Tech

Top 25 countries with the most data centres

Arnold Pinto
US is the undisputed leader In the digital age, data centres are the backbone of the internet. They house the infrastructure that powers everything from social media platforms to cloud computing services. As of March 2024, there were 11,800 data centres globally. These facilities are essential for processing and storing vast amounts of data, and […]
Motorrad
Automotive

BMW Motorrad unveils New R 18 models

With enhanced features BMW Motorrad has unveiled its updated R 18 family for the 2025 model year, introducing technical improvements, new design elements, and optional equipment across the entire range. The BMW R 18 series, launched in 2020, has undergone significant refinement to offer even more riding enjoyment, enhanced comfort, and an updated aesthetic. The […]
DYOR
Business Crypto

DYOR partners with Ava Labs

To enhance crypto users’ resources DYOR, a cutting-edge cryptocurrency research and analytics platform, has announced a strategic partnership with Ava Labs, the innovative company behind the Avalanche blockchain and AVAX token. The partnership aims to enhance crypto users’ resources and capabilities while Ava Labs significantly reduces gas fees on its platform
Tyre
Space Tech

NASA pioneers unique tyre technology

Arnold Pinto
For Mars exploration, rovers NASA has reached a significant milestone in its quest to explore the Red Planet. It has thoroughly tested a revolutionary new tyre technology designed for its Martian rovers. Developed by NASA’s Glenn Research Centre in Cleveland in collaboration with Goodyear Tire & Rubber, the groundbreaking shape memory alloy (SMA) spring tyres […]
Leaders
Business

World leaders outline bold visions for the future

Arnold Pinto
At annual meeting 2025 in Davos Global leaders at the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting in Davos have unveiled ambitious plans and shared compelling visions for the world’s future. This year’s event, which brought together around 3,000 policymakers, business leaders, and activists, was marked by high-profile speeches, including one from US President Donald J.