Author: Stuart

Elon Musk, CEO of X, SpaceX, Tesla and Starlink, met with the leadership of the BRIDGE Summit at Tesla’s headquarters in Palo Alto, California, to explore future opportunities in technology and media and discuss potential areas of collaboration. During the meeting, Musk was formally invited to attend the inaugural BRIDGE Summit, billed as the world’s largest debut gathering for media, content and entertainment, taking place in Abu Dhabi from 8 to 10 December. The BRIDGE delegation was led by H.E. Abdulla bin Mohammed bin Butti Al Hamed, Chairman of the UAE National Media Office, the UAE Media Council and BRIDGE.…

Dubai Investment Real Estate (DIR), a wholly owned subsidiary of Dubai Investments, has announced strong construction progress on Asayel Avenue, the latest residential cluster within the Mirdif Hills master development in Mirdif, Dubai. Following its groundbreaking in June 2025, the project is moving forward as planned, reflecting Dubai Investments’ commitment to delivering high-quality, thoughtfully designed communities that blend contemporary living with a strong sense of community. Significant milestones have already been reached on site. Site mobilisation has been fully completed, paving the way for the smooth start of construction works, while enabling works are at 99 per cent completion, laying…

Consider the engineering puzzle: 140 floors stretching 725 metres into the Dubai sky, housing thousands of residents, hotel guests, shoppers and diners. All of them expecting perfect climate control. In summer heat that regularly exceeds 40 degrees Celsius. That’s the challenge Daikin has signed up for—again. The Japanese HVAC specialist has extended its partnership with Azizi Developments to outfit Burj Azizi, the world’s second-tallest tower, with a comprehensive climate control system that must work flawlessly when the building opens in 2029. The scope is vast. Fan coil units will arrive from China. Chillers from Italy. Fresh air handling units manufactured…

Cardiovascular disease rates across the MENA region have more than doubled over the past 30 years, driven in part by lifestyle-related risk factors including adult obesity levels exceeding 70 per cent in Gulf countries. As much as 80 per cent of cardiovascular diseases can be prevented through healthy eating, regular physical activity and quitting tobacco. Cinfa underlines its commitment to cardiovascular care in the MENA region by supporting evidence-based therapies that promote better treatment adherence and improve outcomes. The American Heart Association (AHA) and the World Health Organization (WHO) report that the Eastern Mediterranean Region (EMR), covering most Middle East…

The next-generation laser platform aims to improve precision, safety and efficiency across medical and industrial sectors TII partners with LIMA Photonics to adapt the technology for future integration into medical devices and surgical systems The Technology Innovation Institute (TII), the applied research arm of Abu Dhabi’s Advanced Technology Research Council (ATRC), has announced the introduction of its 2-micrometre (µm) high-power fibre laser sources – an innovation designed to set new standards for performance, safety and versatility in medical technologies, manufacturing and precision material processing. Developed by TII’s research team, the new Thulium-based fibre laser is efficient, compact and scalable, making…

BECO Capital has announced the successful close of $370 million across two new investment vehicles, strengthening its ability to support founders from the earliest stages through to IPO, with a primary focus on the UAE and Saudi Arabia. The new capital includes $120 million for BECO Fund IV, the firm’s fourth early-stage fund, and a further $250 million allocated to a dedicated Growth Fund. $120M BECO Fund IV – Backing Founders from Pre-Seed to Series A BECO Fund IV is designed to invest in category-defining start-ups with a sector-agnostic strategy, anchored in core investment pillars such as construction technology, fintech,…

A pioneering study published in Information (MDPI) sheds new light on the transformative role of Educational Cyber-Physical Systems (ECPSs) in reshaping the learning experience at universities in the digital era. Entitled “Educational Cyber-Physical Systems (ECPSs) for University 4.0”, the research examines how ECPSs can redefine teaching practices, improve learning outcomes, and enhance student achievement. ECPSs merge traditional classroom environments with digital technologies, sensors and artificial intelligence to create connected, intelligent teaching spaces. Operating within the broader Internet of Everything framework, ECPSs link people, devices, services and data to build responsive, adaptive learning ecosystems. By capturing and analysing student activity in…

AESG, a leading global specialist engineering and advisory firm, has announced the appointment of Kez Taylor and Roger Nickells as Non-Executive Directors to its Board of Directors – a key milestone that aligns with the company’s ambitious international growth strategy. The creation of the board marks an important moment in AESG’s evolution, coinciding with the opening of its new office in Cape Town, following the launch of its operations in Cairo and Melbourne earlier this year. The Board of Directors now comprises Saeed Al Abbar (CEO of AESG), Scott Coombes (Managing Partner of AESG), Adam Muggleton (CTO of AESG), Kez…

Somewhere in the encrypted corridors of the dark web, your company might be the subject of conversation. Not flattering discussion. Not publicity you’d want. Stolen credentials, counterfeit products, leaked customer databases, strategic documents—these digital assets circulate in forums and marketplaces that exist beyond the reach of conventional search engines. For businesses operating across Saudi Arabia and the UAE, the threat landscape has evolved far beyond firewalls and antivirus software. What happens in these hidden spaces can destroy reputation, trigger regulatory penalties, and undermine years of brand building before executives even know they’ve been compromised. That’s the challenge ITButler e-Services aims…

A high-level gathering held on the sidelines of the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 80) highlighted the vital contribution of knowledge-driven tools and monitoring indices in driving progress towards the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development. The event, jointly organised by the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Knowledge Foundation (MBRF), the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), and the Permanent Mission of the United Arab Emirates to the United Nations, brought together senior government officials, knowledge leaders, and strategic partners. Discussions focused on the opportunities and challenges confronting the Arab region amid economic transformation, technological disruption, climate change,…