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US warships intercept Iranian missiles

News Desk 16/06/2025

Aimed at Israel amid rising tensions American naval forces in the eastern Mediterranean intercepted multiple Iranian missiles aimed at Israel this week, according to US defence officials. The interceptions occurred as part of ongoing regional military activity following a surge in hostilities

Cybersecurity Defence & Security

US defence leaders sound alarm over cyber threats from global adversaries

Arnold Pinto 18/05/2025

Main threat seen from China Senior US defence officials delivered a stark warning to US lawmakers on May 16, 2025, spotlighting the growing dangers posed by state-sponsored cyber actors and criminal organisations that exploit cyberspace to undermine US national security. The remarks came during a high-stakes hearing before the House Armed Services Committee’s subcommittee

Tech UAE

Abu Dhabi to get the largest AI campus outside the US

News Desk 17/05/2025

Along with advanced Nvidia AI chips In a groundbreaking agreement finalised during US President Donald Trump’s recent visit to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the United Arab Emirates, the UAE and the US have signed a deal to establish the largest artificial intelligence campus outside the continental US. The AI mega-project, set to be built in […]

NEWS DESK

PureHealth and SEHA Partner with Cincinnati Children’s in US to Advance Abu Dhabi’s Paediatric Care Ecosystem

PR News Desk 06/05/2025

PureHealth, the largest healthcare group in the Middle East, and its subsidiary SEHA have partnered with the number one US children’s hospital, Cincinnati Children’s, through SEHA Sheikh Khalifa Medical City (SKMC), to deliver world-class paediatric expertise to Abu Dhabi and the UAE. The partnership between SEHA SKMC and Cincinnati Children’s marks a major milestone in

Thought leadership

Tariffs, tensions, and the Gulf: Why GCC markets cannot ignore Trump’s trade gambit

News Desk 08/04/2025

By Vijay Valecha, CIO, Century Financial US President Donald J. Trump’s much-hyped “Liberation Day” arrived on April 2, 2025, leaving market participants feeling anything but “liberated.” Although Trump had indicated the possibility of tariffs with a narrower focus, he has unveiled the steepest tariff measures in a century. This includes a 10% tax on imports

Defence & Security

AI-powered platform launched to streamline US defence procurement process

Arnold Pinto 07/04/2025

In boost to private sector The US Department of Defense (DoD) is introducing an innovative digital platform enabling companies and academic institutions to match their technologies and products to real-world defence business opportunities in the United States. The platform, DOD Digital OnRamp, will leverage cutting-edge generative artificial intelligence (AI) tools to

Business Defence & Security

Boeing achieves record production of Patriot system seekers

Arnold Pinto 29/03/2025

Expands manufacturing capacity Boeing reached a significant milestone in 2024, with production of its Patriot Advanced Capability-3 (PAC-3) seekers hitting an all-time high. The Seattle-based company delivered over 500 PAC-3 seekers in the past year, marking a notable achievement in developing the advanced technology used by the Patriot air defence system. In early 2025,

Aviation Defence & Security

US Air Force to get Next Generation Air Dominance fighter jet

Arnold Pinto 26/03/2025

Designated as the F-47 US President Donald J. Trump has announced that the United States Air Force (USAF) will proceed with producing its Next-Generation Air Dominance (NGAD) fighter jet platform. This major step forward marks a significant milestone in the country’s military development, paving the way for the eventual replacement of the USAF’s fleet of […]

NEWS DESK

Gold Hits Record Highs Amid Inflation Fears; US Equities Face Volatility with Tech Sector Declines –  Saxo Bank MENA

PR News Desk 25/03/2025

Commodities Gold set multiple new records, peaking above $3,055/oz on Mar 19, driven by inflation fears and geopolitical tensions. Copper surged above $5.20/lb on Mar 19, influenced by tariff-driven supply disruptions. Crude fluctuated, impacted by Middle East tensions and sanctions risks, trading near $70/bbl late week. Equities Digital Assets Bitcoin fluctuated around

Defence & Security

Hegseth urges NATO allies to increase their defence spending

Arnold Pinto 15/02/2025

‘US troops will not deploy to Ukraine’ US Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth has called on NATO allies to increase their defence spending and ensure security for Ukraine and Europe. Hegseth stated that the US does not believe NATO membership for Ukraine would be a “realistic” outcome of any negotiated peace settlement with Russia. Hegseth addressed […]

Defence & Security

Lockheed Martin to upgrade US Trident II missile system

Arnold Pinto 03/02/2025

Contract worth $383 million The US Navy has awarded Lockheed Martin a $383 million contract modification to continue developing the Trident II Strategic Weapons System (SWS) D5 missile. The contract, a cost-plus-incentive-fee and cost-plus-fixed-fee arrangement, will allow Lockheed Martin to advance the next-generation Trident missile, ensuring America’s sea-based

Defence & Security

US deploys 1,500 troops and extra assets to boost southern border security

Arnold Pinto 23/01/2025

Acting on Trump’s directive The United States Department of Defence (DOD) is sending 1,500 active-duty troops and additional resources to assist with border enforcement operations at the southern border of the United States. The decision comes just over 36 hours after newly inducted US President Donald J. Trump issued an executive order to address security […]

Cybersecurity

US acts against China-linked cyber actors

Arnold Pinto 20/01/2025

For US Treasury hack and ‘Salt Typhoon’ The United States has announced sanctions against two entities linked to malicious cyber activities from China. The individuals and organisations targeted are accused of serious cyber intrusions affecting US government networks and critical infrastructure, including the recent hack of the US Department of Treasury. The US Department

Defence & Security

Biden announces ceasefire deal between Hamas and Israel

Arnold Pinto 18/01/2025

In a farewell address In his final address from the Oval Office on January 14, 2025, President Joe Biden announced the successful brokered ceasefire and hostage exchange deal between Israel and Hamas, ending over 15 months of brutal conflict. The agreement, which had been the subject of intense negotiation for months, is seen by US […]

NEWS DESK

Saxo Bank Q1 2025 Quarterly Outlook: Trump 2.0 – Can the US have its cake and eat it, too?

PR News Desk 15/01/2025

President-elect Donald J. Trump will hit the ground running after his January 20 inauguration as he has promised a blitz of newinitiatives and policy announcements from day one. Global markets will spend the first quarter of 2025 in reaction mode, evenwell before the impacts and knock-on effects of the Trump agenda are known. And many […]

Defence & Security

US conducts airstrikes on ISIS camps in Syria

Arnold Pinto 18/12/2024

Truman CSG now in the region US Central Command (Centcom) forces have carried out precision airstrikes targeting ISIS camps and operatives in Syria. The Pentagon confirmed that the strikes were part of ongoing efforts to dismantle ISIS operations in the Middle East region. Initial assessments indicate that around a dozen ISIS fighters were killed, with […]

Aviation

US Marine Corps to experience Sikorsky flight autonomy demo

Arnold Pinto 13/12/2024

Via optionally piloted Black Hawk The US Marine Corps has selected Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, to demonstrate the capabilities of its Matrix flight autonomy system. The operational demonstrations planned for 2025 will use Sikorsky’s Optionally Piloted UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter to showcase how autonomous flight can support the Marine Corps’ Aerial Logistics

Defence & Security

US conducts airstrikes against ISIS in Syria

Arnold Pinto 10/12/2024

B-52s, F-15s, A-10s deployed The US military has conducted dozens of precision airstrikes targeting ISIS camps and operatives in central Syria even as Syrian rebels conducted operations to end Bashar Al-Assad’s 50-year family rule after years of civil war. The US airstrikes against the ISIS leaders, operatives, and camps were conducted as part of the […]

Defence & Security

USAF keeps nuclear triad mission-ready

Arnold Pinto 08/12/2024

During recapitalisation programme The United States Air Force (USAF) faces the dual challenge of maintaining operational readiness for the bomber and land-based missile elements of America’s nuclear triad while simultaneously working to modernise and replace these platforms. This ambitious recapitalisation task, which the US government mandates, was highlighted by

Defence & Security

US military eliminates hostile threats in Syria

Arnold Pinto 05/12/2024

Multiple hostile weaponry targeted The US Central Command (Centcom) successfully neutralised several dangerous weapons systems in eastern Syria on December 3, 2024, marking a decisive step in safeguarding US and coalition forces operating in the Middle East region. The Pentagon confirmed that the strike targeted multiple hostile weaponry, including three truck-mounted