Gadgets Lifestyle Tech

Meizu revolutionises life with smart AR glasses

Arnold Pinto 23/04/2025

Debuts StarV Air2 AR Smart Glasses Meizu, the Chinese cross-disciplinary all-intelligent terminal solutions provider, has unveiled its latest innovation: the StarV Air2 AR Smart Glasses, setting a new standard in wearable technology. Combining cutting-edge augmented reality with a sleek design,

Aviation Tech Transport

Vertical Aerospace adopts a universal fast-charging standard

Arnold Pinto 22/04/2025

To boost eVTOL Integration Vertical Aerospace, a global aerospace and technology company developing electric aviation, has adopted the Combined Charging System (CCS) for its VX4 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. This decision aims to expedite the commercial rollout of electric aviation. The Bristol-headquartered company joins fellow eVTOL

Health Tech

Health scientific systems seen too slow in addressing digital technology harms

Arnold Pinto 22/04/2025

Experts issue a warning Two leading researchers state that the rapid evolution of digital technologies, including artificial intelligence and social media, is outpacing the scientific systems meant to evaluate their risks. Writing in the journal Science, Dr Amy Orben of the University of Cambridge and Dr J. Nathan Matias of Cornell University argue that the […]

Space Tech

Nasa’s Lucy spacecraft set for Easter Day flyby of Donaldjohanson asteroid

Arnold Pinto 20/04/2025

In key pre-Jupiter rehearsal Nasa’s Lucy spacecraft is set to perform a high-speed flyby of asteroid (52246) Donaldjohanson on Easter Day, April 20, 2025, marking a critical rehearsal for future encounters with the Trojan asteroids orbiting Jupiter. The close approach, which will occur at 19:51 CEST, places the spacecraft just 960 kilometres from the asteroid […]

Gadgets Tech

What to do if your smartphone is stolen

Arnold Pinto 18/04/2025

Tips for recovery and protection As the cost of smartphones continues to rise, so does the number of devices falling into the hands of thieves. Losing a phone isn’t just an inconvenience—it can mean losing access to personal photos, sensitive information, banking apps, and digital identity. With thefts on the rise, knowing precisely what to […]

Business Interviews Tech

Bridging the digital divide and why the booming MENA market appeals to Bimser

Arnold Pinto 13/04/2025

Exclusive interview with Murat Atıcı, CEO of Bimser Bimser is a rapidly growing digital transformation and quality management platform, offering over 140 integrated modules for managing quality, health, safety, and environmental (QHSE) processes. Headquartered in Istanbul, Turkey, with a new Middle East and North Africa (MENA) regional office in Dubai, UAE, Bimser helps

Tech

Plans afoot to give Europe’s 440 million drivers digital driving licences

Arnold Pinto 10/04/2025

To be accessible via smartphones A new digital era is dawning in a major development for Europe’s 440 million drivers. Motorists will soon be able to access a mobile version of their driving licences on their smartphones, ready for use within the European Union (EU) and across borders worldwide. This change is part of the […]

Events Tech UAE

World AI Technology Expo UAE 2025 set to debut this May

News Desk 09/04/2025

A global hub for AI innovation The World AI Technology Expo UAE 2025 is set to be the most significant and comprehensive event of its kind in the world, bringing together artificial intelligence (AI) professionals, industry leaders, and start-ups from around the globe. Scheduled to take place from May 14-15, at the Mövenpick Grand Al […]

Tech Transport

Kawasaki’s iconic Corleo leaps straight out of the pages of science fiction

Arnold Pinto 08/04/2025

New era of personal mobility dawns Kawasaki Heavy Industries is revolutionising personal mobility with the unveiling of Corleo (Concept 01), a futuristic two-seater off-road quadruped robot designed to blend cutting-edge technology with the thrill of riding. The concept quadruped robot, controlled through body movements and equipped with AI-powered vision, is scheduled to

Banking Tech

Mastercard unveils new VCN initiative for banks

Arnold Pinto 03/04/2025

Aimed at commercial payments players Starting from April 1, 2025, banks utilising Mastercard’s cutting-edge Virtual Card Number (VCN) technology can enable a new programme for platform partners, helping to accelerate the use of embedded virtual card technology within commercial payments. The programme brings significant benefits to banks, platform partners, and corporate

Aviation Tech

EHang eVTOL operators secure Air Operator Certificates for urban air mobility in China

Arnold Pinto 01/04/2025

Set to expand China operations EHang, a global leader in Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology, has achieved a key milestone in aviation history. The company has announced that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Guangdong EHang General Aviation (EHang General Aviation), and its Hefei-based joint venture, Hefei HeYi Aviation (HeYi Aviation), have been granted the first-ever Air

Appointments Tech

Do you know that OpenAI has expanded its key leadership roles?

News Desk 28/03/2025

To drive growth and innovation OpenAI, the AI research company known for its cutting-edge advancements in artificial intelligence (AI), has made significant strides in its research and product offerings, reaching hundreds of millions of users worldwide. The company, which has long been committed to advancing frontier AI research to accelerate human progress, now focuses on

Tech

So, what exactly is Artificial General Intelligence in simple terms?

News Desk 28/03/2025

And its potential to transform the world? In the ever-evolving world of artificial intelligence (AI), the term “Artificial General Intelligence” (AGI) has become one of the most talked-about concepts in recent years. While AI today is predominantly narrow, designed to perform specific tasks like recognising faces, translating languages, or recommending

Aviation Tech

Airbus presents hydrogen aircraft technologies

Arnold Pinto 27/03/2025

At 2025 Airbus Summit At the 2025 Airbus Summit, the aerospace giant provided a major update on its efforts to revolutionise commercial aviation, focusing on hydrogen-powered aircraft technologies. Airbus outlined its plans to introduce a next-generation single-aisle aircraft, potentially entering service in the second half of the 2030s, and unveiled its revised roadmap

Education Tech

OpenAI launches NextGenAI consortium to boost research and education with AI

Arnold Pinto 27/03/2025

With $50 million commitment OpenAI has launched NextGenAI, a pioneering consortium bringing together 15 leading research institutions across the United States and the United Kingdom to accelerate research breakthroughs and transform education through the power of artificial intelligence (AI). The initiative marks a significant step in OpenAI’s commitment to shaping

Automotive Tech

Nissan unveils advanced driverless technology

Arnold Pinto 23/03/2025

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

Tech

10 occupations that AI automation cannot replace (Yet!)

News Desk 18/03/2025

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 […]

Tech

Milestone Systems to showcase cutting-edge video technology at ISC West 2025

Arnold Pinto 17/03/2025

With live demonstrations on-site Milestone Systems will make a significant mark at ISC West 2025 in Las Vegas from March 31 to April 4, by exhibiting a range of groundbreaking products, including a newly expanded suite of solutions designed to unlock the full potential of video data, support public safety initiatives, and enable businesses to […]

Gadgets Tech

Yango Group launches new features for Yasmina AI assistant

News Desk 12/03/2025

For Ramadan 2025 Yango Group, a global leader in tech innovation, has launched a range of new features for its AI assistant, Yasmina, in time for Ramadan 2025. These enhancements, available on a suite of Yasmina smart speakers, include over 30 new Quran reciter voices, specialised Ramadan content, and charming bedtime stories for children. The […]

Defence & Security Tech

Lockheed Martin, Nokia, Verizon strengthen defence capabilities

Arnold Pinto 10/03/2025

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