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Driverless
Automotive Tech

Nissan unveils advanced driverless technology

Arnold Pinto
Aim to commercialise autonomous mobility services Nissan has made a significant leap forward in developing autonomous driving (AD) technology, successfully demonstrating a driverless vehicle navigating a public road in the heart of Japan’s bustling Minato Mirai district. This marks a pivotal moment in Nissan’s ambition to commercialise autonomous mobility services in
Automation
Tech

10 occupations that AI automation cannot replace (Yet!)

Empathy role most secure against automation A new study by Eskimoz evaluated the resistance of various occupations to automation driven by artificial intelligence (AI). The research, which assessed jobs across the UK, highlights those professions that remain most reliant on human interaction and are less likely to be overtaken by AI. The study used two […]
Verizon
Defence & Security Tech

Lockheed Martin, Nokia, Verizon strengthen defence capabilities

Arnold Pinto
With 5G.MIL collaboration Lockheed Martin and Verizon have successfully demonstrated the integration of Nokia’s military-grade 5G solutions into Lockheed Martin’s 5G.MIL Hybrid Base Station (HBS). This collaboration marks a significant step in advancing the interoperability between commercial 5G networks and military communications systems, enabling enhanced connectivity
Paris
Tech

Paris gets European Centre for AI Excellence

Arnold Pinto
Initiative by WEF and VivaTech The World Economic Forum (WEF) and VivaTech have jointly announced the establishment of a new European Centre for AI Excellence (CAIE) in Paris, France, which will launch later this year. The new centre will join the WEF’s global network of Centres for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR), which aims to […]
Jose
Events Tech

NVIDIA set to host GTC 2025 in San Jose, California

Arnold Pinto
As a premier AI conference NVIDIA is set to host its flagship AI conference, the GPU Technology Conference (GTC), from March 17 to 21, 2025, in San Jose, California. GTC 2025 promises to be the ultimate gathering for AI experts, with 25,000 attendees expected in person and 300,000 virtual participants. The event will bring together […]
Barcelona
Business Tech

MWC25 Barcelona registers 109,000 footfall

Arnold Pinto
From 205 nations and territories A total of 109,000 visitors attended MWC25 Barcelona, the world’s largest and most influential connectivity event held from March 3 to 6, 2025. It was a transformative week of industry-shaping launches and impactful collaboration, highlighting advanced mobile technology and AI. The event was pivotal for the tech world, with leading […]
ChatGPT
Tech

ChatGPT: Revolutionising tasks across sectors in 2025

In an unstoppable manner In 2025, ChatGPT continues to evolve into an indispensable tool, transforming industries and daily activities with its advanced AI capabilities. Its applications span from enhancing business strategies to supporting personal development, making it a versatile assistant in the modern world. Business and financial services Financial institutions have
Tech

ITU’s Partner2Connect Digital Coalition reaches $73bln  

Arnold Pinto
In connectivity pledges ITU, the UN agency for digital technologies, has revealed new industry commitments to its Partner2Connect (P2C) Digital Coalition, now reaching $73 billion in pledges for universal, meaningful connectivity. This week, the latest commitments, presented during Mobile World Congress 2025 (MWC25) in Barcelona, Spain, demonstrate a growing momentum from
Barcelona
Events Tech

AI and 5G take centre stage at MWC25 Barcelona

Arnold Pinto
Focus on $11 trillion connected future The much-anticipated MWC25 Barcelona, the world’s largest and most influential event for the connectivity industry, officially opened its doors on March 3. The event, which runs until March 6 at Fira Gran Via in the popular Spanish city, brings together leaders from various sectors. It focuses on a connected […]
MNOs
Business Tech

MNOs invest 85% in global mobile internet infrastructure

GSMA report finds According to a new report by the GSMA and Kearney, Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) are the primary investors in global mobile internet connectivity infrastructure, contributing 85% of the total annual investment. This substantial investment underscores MNOs’ pivotal role in supporting digital economies worldwide. Key findings of the report John
Radio
Tech

Ericsson unveils new radio, antenna, and RAN connect products

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
Pyjamas
Health Tech

Researchers develop ‘smart pyjamas’ to monitor sleep disorders

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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 […]
MongoDB
Interviews Tech

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

Arnold Pinto
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 […]
Ooredoo
Qatar Tech

Ooredoo Qatar partners with Nokia

Arnold Pinto
To modernise core network Ooredoo Qatar, a leading telecommunications provider in Qatar with over 3.4 million customers, has selected Nokia to modernise its core network, enabling the operator to deliver more advanced services. The collaboration will leverage network slicing and integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning capabilities to optimise network