Turning challenges into opportunities for progress, Moldova has prioritised the development of its IT sector and digitalisation agenda to reinforce its international reputation. This strategic focus has not only modernised public services but also enhanced the country’s European and regional partnerships. By fully digitising nearly 650 public services, implementing forward-looking legislation for freelancers and digital nomads, and establishing innovation hubs such as Moldova HiTech Park – a crucial centre for research, applied education, and knowledge transfer – Moldova has emerged as a regional leader in digital transformation. These initiatives have improved the efficiency, transparency, and accessibility of services for both…
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Akamai Technologies, Inc. (NASDAQ: AKAM), the global cybersecurity and cloud computing provider that powers and protects businesses online, has announced the inaugural Akamai World Tour Dubai. Chosen as the flagship Middle East destination for the international series, the one-day event will be held on 1 October 2025 at TODA, The Theatre of Digital Art. The programme will feature a keynote address by His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Al Kuwaiti, Head of Cyber Security at the UAE Cybersecurity Council. The event will bring together leading regional technology figures, government representatives, and Akamai experts to examine the intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), cybersecurity,…
The wait is finally over as garden on 8 at Media One Hotel heads back outdoors from 22 October, promising the return of its lively atmosphere. With the summer tents coming down, guests can look forward to celebrating the start of alfresco season with friends, great food, chilled drinks, and garden on 8’s well-loved midweek quiz and bingo nights. This season, visitors can enjoy twice the midweek entertainment with the ever-popular bingo and quiz nights hosted by Dubai 92’s Jono & Rich. Kicking things off every Tuesday from 8 pm, Jackpot Bingo brings an evening of excitement with fantastic prizes…
The Mohammed bin Salman Foundation (Misk) has confirmed a strategic partnership with NEOM to deliver Module 4 of Cohort 7 of its flagship initiative, the 2030 Leaders Program. The module, entitled ‘Execute: Delivering strategies in a dynamic world’, was held from 14–18 September within NEOM, the pioneering sustainable region under development in northwest Saudi Arabia. The module is designed to strengthen participants’ ability to lead transformation in rapidly evolving contexts that demand agility and decisive leadership. Drawing on NEOM’s innovative projects and proven expertise in change management, it equips participants with the tools required to turn strategic ambitions into tangible…
The KT+150 List has been revealed, celebrating 150 of the UAE’s most dynamic and innovative individuals who are shaping the country’s future. An initiative launched by Khaleej Times, KT+150 is the first of its kind, created not simply to recognise achievement but to spotlight the people behind bold ideas, creative breakthroughs, and disruptive innovations that are redefining culture, business, technology, and design in the UAE and beyond. The list highlights 150 honourees across 15 different sectors, acknowledging those who are actively challenging convention and forging new paths in their fields. Among those honoured are: Tatum Greig (Media & Entertainment) – Founded Bees&Honey,…
The wait is over as Jones the Grocer brings back its much-loved Sundown Brunch, promising an experience bigger and better than ever before. From 10 October, the brunch will take place every Friday evening from 7:00 pm to 10:30 pm at the Hilton Dubai Palm West Beach, an ideal setting to kick off the weekend with friends, family, or colleagues. Guests will enjoy a lively evening framed by the sweeping views of Dubai Marina, JBR, and Bluewaters Island. The buffet starts at AED 249 for the soft package, AED 329 for the house package, and AED 429 for the premium…
On 1–2 October, Moscow will host the Moscow Startup Summit, an international gathering dedicated to technology entrepreneurship and innovation. The event is being organised by the Government of Moscow in partnership with Sber. Deputy Mayor of Moscow Natalia Sergunina explained that the summit will unite innovators, investors, major corporations, government bodies, and research organisations from Russia as well as from BRICS and SCO member countries.“International investment funds and startups from 25 countries have already confirmed participation, including Belarus, China, India, Serbia, Brazil, Turkey, and the UAE. Experts will discuss ways to support talented developers, successful practices of implementing and scaling…
A mobile exhibition organised by the Jordan Tourism Board in Tokyo and Osaka, with the support of Visit Qatar and Qatar Airways, showcased the attractions of both nations\ The collaboration between the Jordan Tourism Board and Visit Qatar highlights their joint commitment to advancing destination promotion The initiative allows Japanese visitors to enjoy a combined cultural experience that reflects the diversity of both countries Jordan and Qatar have announced a new strategic tourism alliance aimed at appealing to the expanding Japanese market by offering visitors the opportunity to enjoy dual-destination stopovers and immersive cultural experiences. The partnership was revealed at…
Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show spotlights Italy’s heritage, artistry, and innovation, underscoring the nation’s pivotal role in the UAE’s luxury market From the historic streets of Vicenza to Milan’s cutting-edge ateliers, Italy’s centuries-old expertise in fine jewellery and watchmaking is brought to life in the UAE. This September, the Italian Pavilion at the 56th Watch & Jewellery Middle East Show, hosted at Expo Centre Sharjah from 24–28 September, welcomes collectors, buyers, and enthusiasts to embark on a curated journey where craftsmanship and innovation converge. Organised by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) in collaboration with CNA, and supported by Italy’s…
Ultra-compact personal AI workstation featuring the NVIDIA® GB10 Grace Blackwell Superchip, offering 128 GB unified memory, 4 TB storage, and up to 1 PFLOPS of FP4 AI performance. Designed to operate large AI models locally, with the ability to scale workloads by linking two Acer Veriton GN100 systems using NVIDIA ConnectX-7 SmartNIC, preloaded with the latest NVIDIA AI software stack and supporting popular developer tools such as PyTorch, Jupyter, and Ollama. Compact, secure, and versatile, with Kensington lock support and the capability to pair two devices to process AI models containing as many as 405 billion parameters. Acer has announced…