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Scams
Cybersecurity

AI-powered scams are on the rise

Arnold Pinto
Making fraud harder to spot As artificial intelligence (AI) technology advances, scammers increasingly use AI tools to create more convincing and harder-to-detect fraud. From deepfakes to personalised phishing attempts, AI is transforming the way criminals operate, making scams feel more real and challenging to identify. Experts at Psono.com are raising the alarm over
Firefly
Space

NASA awards $179 million contract to Firefly Aerospace

Arnold Pinto
To deliver 6 experiments on lunar surface NASA is progressing with its ambitious plans to explore the Moon. It has awarded Firefly Aerospace a $179 million contract to deliver six experiments to the lunar surface. The mission, part of the space agency’s broader Artemis programme, is scheduled to land in the Gruithuisen Domes near the […]
Store
Lifestyle Travel

Emirates opens Karachi experiential travel store

Including self-service kiosks Dubai-based Emirates Airlines has launched its first-ever experiential travel store in Karachi, Pakistan, marking a significant milestone as its first such concept in West Asia. Situated in the Sky Tower within Karachi Towers on Abdul Sattar Edhi Avenue, Clifton, the 183-square-metre store offers an innovative blend of technology-driven
Elon
Business Tech

Oman acquires a stake in Elon Musk’s xAI

As the nation ups its digital strategy Oman Investment Authority (OIA), the sovereign wealth fund of the Arabian Gulf country, has taken an undisclosed stake in Elon Musk’s artificial intelligence (AI) company, xAI. This is the latest in a series of high-profile partnerships with the American billionaire entrepreneur. Musk founded xAI to develop advanced AI […]
Earthna
Qatar Sustainability

Qatar to host Earthna Summit 2025

Focus on sustainability push Qatar will host the second edition of the Earthna Summit on April 22–23, 2025. Organised by the Earthna Centre for a Sustainable Future, a member of Qatar Foundation, the summit will convene key stakeholders worldwide, including experts, policymakers, businesses, and civil society, to tackle pressing environmental challenges. The summit’s
CreateAI
Business Entertainment

TuSimple rebrands as CreateAI

News Editor 2
Reveals Gen AI breakthrough TuSimple Holdings, a global leader in artificial intelligence, has rebranded to CreateAI. The shift marks the company’s renewed focus on revolutionising the animation and video game industries using its proprietary AI technologies and integrated content development platform. The company also revealed significant advancements in generative AI
The
Health

How polluted are 8 of the most visited cities in the world?

Cairo dominates the ranking A new study has revealed the pollution levels of eight of the world’s top tourist cities, shedding light on the environmental challenges faced by popular destinations. The research assessed various city pollution factors based on their average annual visitors. The study’s methodology involved analysing cities based on annual visitor
Minibus
Transport UAE

New public minibus service begins in Dubai

Involves app-based booking system Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched a new public minibus pooling initiative. The initiative allows passengers in the Dubai emirate to book minibus rides through an app-based booking system. The service is designed to provide a fast, convenient, and efficient transportation solution for Dubai’s public bus users. It is
Human
Space

NASA issues strategy for sustaining human presence in LEO

Arnold Pinto
To maintain US leadership role NASA has released its final goals and objectives for low Earth orbit (LEO) as part of its ongoing efforts to expand space use. Developed through consultations with various stakeholders, NASA’s Low Earth Orbit Microgravity Strategy is designed to ensure a continuous human presence in orbit, foster economic growth, and strengthen […]
Airport
Aviation Travel

Heathrow Airport unveils £2.3bn investment plan

Arnold Pinto
In boost to the UK economy Heathrow Airport – the most connected airport in the world – has unveiled a significant £2.3 billion investment plan to upgrade the UK’s only hub airport over the next two years. This marks the most significant private sector capital investment in UK transport infrastructure, representing a £244 million increase […]
Art
Design Shopping

Captivating retail experience – elevating stone to an art form

News Editor 2
WOSA’s new showroom in Shanghai WOSA’s new showroom in Shanghai transforms the retail experience concept by seamlessly integrating art, architecture, and commerce. It creates a captivating journey through the world of stone. The 580m² space within a repurposed factory takes visitors beyond traditional sintered stone showrooms, offering a sensory experience that blurs the
Vegas
Tech

Registration opens for CES 2025 in Las Vegas

Arnold Pinto
World’s most influential tech event Registration has opened for CES 2025, the world’s premier technology tradeshow. Scheduled to take place from January 7 to 10, 2025, in Las Vegas, CES 2025 promises to showcase groundbreaking technology, offering attendees a unique opportunity to explore the latest innovations and engage in unparalleled networking. Hosted by the Consumer
Revibe
Business

Revibe raises $7m to grow its refurbished consumer tech business

Emerging markets on the radar Dubai-based Revibe, a specialist in guarantee-backed refurbished consumer electronics, has reached a significant milestone by closing its Series A funding round with $7 million. ISAI and Resonance co-led the round, which included key investors Kima Ventures and Edouard Mendy. This follows a year of impressive revenue growth, positioning Revibe