3 ways travel drives economic growth while enhancing global connections and sustainability
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AI revolutionizes UAE’s life sciences & healthcare
"By leveraging advanced data analysis techniques to process extensive datasets from diverse sources, including genomic data, scientific literature, and clinical...
- AI is transforming drug discovery, diagnostics, and personalized treatments, marking a new era in medical research.
- The UAE, especially Abu Dhabi, is setting global standards in longevity and healthcare integration for better future.
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Emerging crypto hub UAE shapes digital assets’ future
"As 2024 unfolds, we anticipate that both private and public enterprises will increase their investments in the infrastructure and services...
- Bitcoin marked a 134 percent increase in the year 2023, signifying a resurgent crypto market.
- The UAE thawed the crypto winter, with institutional investments driving cryptocurrency deals.
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Rising threat of lookalike domains poses new challenge
"Detecting these attacks and avoiding falling victim to them is vital, but the ability to take down lookalike domains is...
- Lookalike domains deceive users via SMS, social media DMs, and QR codes.
- DNS vulnerability allows attackers to create authentic-looking fake domains.
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Welcoming 2024: A year of hope, healing, and unity
"Hopefully, 2024 will be a year in which we overcome the troubled period that started with the coup attempt, grew...
- Every new year should be welcomed with joy, hope, and excitement, says Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, President of Türkiye.
- We are entering the year 2024 with heavy hearts due to the negative events in our region and the world, he adds.
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Bahrain emerges as a thriving hub for tech startups
Entrepreneurs equipped with the right skills, a robust business strategy, and the ability to forge meaningful collaborations are well-positioned to...
- Bahrain is witnessing an increasing demand for digital transformation across various industries.
- Entrepreneurs in the Gulf country need innovation, adaptability, and strong networks for success.
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Acute hunger, healthcare collapse worsen Gaza crisis
The situation in Gaza is a humanitarian catastrophe, with hospitals like Al-Shifa and Al-Sahaba facing dire shortages of medical supplies...
- Once Gaza's largest hospital, Al-Shifa is now confined to providing only basic first aid, severely limited by ongoing hostilities.
- In Gaza, extreme hunger drives people to desperate measures, risking their safety in a relentless search for food to survive.
Navigating the rising tide of cyber threats in GCC
"Critical infrastructure organizations are distinct from other enterprises; their downfall could bring entire sectors of the economy down with them....
- Rising cyber threats in the UAE and GCC are alarmingly high, with over 50,000 daily attacks causing significant financial and societal impacts.
- High-profile attacks in the region have included notable incidents such as Aramco's ICS breach and multiple attacks on UAE's infrastructure.
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GCC drives ahead into the future of transportation
With the technology and vision firmly in place, the GCC countries are now building momentum, developing the partnerships, infrastructure, and...
- The GCC, led by the UAE and Saudi Arabia, emerging as strong contenders in autonomous mobility.
- Saudi Arabia's strategic initiatives are positioning it as a global leader in autonomous transport.
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Act now as climate crisis has reached critical point
"Renewable energy is key to our planet's future. It's time to phase out fossil fuels and embrace sustainable solutions. The...
- Earth's vital signs are failing with record emissions and extreme weather events, signaling a climate emergency.
- UN makes an urgent call for global leaders to prevent a planetary catastrophe by meeting Paris Agreement goals.
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Time to transform climate commitments into action
"At COP28, governments need to focus on two timeframes: an immediate surge in climate action and a springboard for the...
- The climate crisis escalates, demanding bold action at COP28 in Dubai, says UN Climate Change Executive Secretary Simon Stiell.
- Developing nations require substantial financial support for climate resilience and renewable energy initiatives, he adds.
3 ways travel drives economic growth while enhancing global connections and sustainability
WTTC research shows that, having endured estimated losses of $4.5 trillion and 62 million jobs in 2020 alone, travel and...
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- Rebuilding trust and fostering global collaboration are essential to address the present challenges.
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AI revolutionizes UAE’s life sciences & healthcare
"By leveraging advanced data analysis techniques to process extensive datasets from diverse sources, including genomic data, scientific literature, and clinical...
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- The UAE, especially Abu Dhabi, is setting global standards in longevity and healthcare integration for better future.
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"As 2024 unfolds, we anticipate that both private and public enterprises will increase their investments in the infrastructure and services...
- Bitcoin marked a 134 percent increase in the year 2023, signifying a resurgent crypto market.
- The UAE thawed the crypto winter, with institutional investments driving cryptocurrency deals.