Author: Sam Allcock

Global smart wearable brand Amazfit, owned by Zepp Health (NYSE: ZEPP), has officially launched the Amazfit Active 2 Square, expanding its popular fitness smartwatch line. The new release retains the powerful capabilities of the recently launched round Active 2 but introduces a bold, square design aimed at modern users who favor geometric aesthetics. Unveiled at CES 2025 and featured at both Pepcom and ShowStoppers, the Active 2 Square merges advanced health tracking, premium materials, and long battery life into a sleek stainless-steel-framed smartwatch with a 1.75-inch sapphire glass AMOLED display. Its 2,000-nit brightness ensures crystal-clear visibility, even in bright outdoor…

The World Technology Summit (WT Summit), a new global platform celebrating human ingenuity across science, technology, and innovation, will launch its inaugural edition from November 5–7, 2025, in Pune and Mumbai, India. Announced by World Technology, the summit is being organized in collaboration with MIT World Peace University (MIT-WPU) and will bring together leading voices in AI, biotechnology, education, and digital infrastructure from around the globe. “India offers the energy, scale, and ingenuity that the future demands,” said Paul J. Foster, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of World Technology. “The WT Summit is a platform for bold ideas, leading voices and…

iFIT Inc., a global leader in personalized connected fitness, has announced a strategic partnership with Xponential Fitness, bringing premium yoga and Pilates content from Club Pilates and YogaSix to iFIT’s extensive member library. The collaboration marks a significant expansion of iFIT’s wellness-focused offerings, giving users broader access to boutique-style workouts at home. The new content, available to all iFIT members, adds studio-quality Pilates and yoga workouts to the Emmy-nominated platform. These workouts can be completed on a yoga mat, complementing iFIT’s existing outdoor and machine-based sessions across treadmills, bikes, rowers, and ellipticals. “We’re incredibly excited to bring the Club Pilates…

Fortis Healthcare has been recognised for its outstanding contribution to medical value travel, earning seven major awards at Advantage Healthcare India 2025, the international summit aimed at establishing India as a leading global destination for medical tourism. Organised under the aegis of the Foundation of Healthcare and Wellness Promotion (FHWP), the summit highlighted the role of Indian institutions in transforming the country into a hub for medical and wellness services. Fortis emerged as a frontrunner in this vision, winning accolades for both its clinical services and individual excellence. Institutional Awards Fortis Escorts Heart Institute, Okhla, was recognised for its excellence…

Cvent, a global leader in event and hospitality technology, has released its highly anticipated 2025 rankings of the Top Meeting Destinations and Hotels in the Middle East and Africa (MEA). Once again, Dubai secured the number one spot, reaffirming its position as a global hub for business events. The rankings, based on data from over $18 billion in global sourcing activity in 2024, reflect significant demand for in-person events despite economic challenges. The Middle East & Africa list is part of Cvent’s global ranking series, which also covers North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, and, for the first time, Latin America…

A major exhibition celebrating two decades of contemporary Islamic art has opened at the Aga Khan Museum in Toronto, marking the North American debut of As the Sun Appears from Beyond: Twenty Years of the Al Burda Award. The groundbreaking showcase features more than 60 works and stems from a unique collaboration between the Aga Khan Museum and the UAE Ministry of Culture. Following its premiere at the Louvre Abu Dhabi in December 2024, the exhibition officially opened on June 14, 2025. It draws together classical and contemporary works—ranging from Arabic calligraphy and abstract painting to digital installations and poetic…

Populous, the internationally acclaimed architecture firm best known for its design of sports and entertainment venues, has announced the acquisition of Denver-based Fentress Architects. The move aims to significantly broaden Populous’ capabilities in aviation, transportation, and civic design. The deal will see Fentress Architects rebranded as Fentress Studios, a Populous Company, with offices remaining in Denver and Washington D.C. The acquisition is part of Populous’ strategy to strengthen its global presence and diversify its portfolio beyond stadiums and arenas. “This is about expanding the breadth and depth of our practice,” said Bruce Miller, Global Chair and CEO of Populous. “Fentress…

Renowned concept artist and storyteller Ben Mauro has officially released his highly anticipated sci-fi graphic novel series HUXLEY worldwide. Known for his work on blockbuster franchises such as Halo Infinite, Call of Duty, and Elysium, Mauro now turns his creative talents to an original universe of his own design. HUXLEY, set in the post-apocalyptic world of FURY-7, follows Max, a seasoned Ronin warrior, and his companions as they journey across a ravaged landscape ruled by ancient machines and rogue artificial intelligences. The narrative combines high-concept world-building with philosophical undertones, drawing comparisons to classics like Dune, Ghost in the Shell, and…

Deutsche Bank and Ant International announced a strategic partnership aimed at expanding payment solutions for businesses across Europe and Asia. The agreement, formalised with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on 8 June in Munich, marked a significant step toward enhancing global treasury management and cross-border payment technologies. This collaboration built upon a client relationship established in 2019, and saw Deutsche Bank become the first German bank to support Ant International’s blockchain-based real-time treasury management platform. The platform enables real-time fund transfers between Ant’s intragroup entities, improving liquidity management, transparency, and operational efficiency. The strategic partnership focused on a number…

Thailand is setting the stage for a massive retail boost this summer with the launch of the Summer Grand Sale 2025, spearheaded by Central Pattana plc, the country’s leading real estate and retail developer. Backed by an investment of THB 1 billion, the nationwide campaign is billed as the biggest mid-year shopping event of the year, offering discounts of up to 80% across more than 12,000 stores and 28,000 brands. The sale runs from 30 May to 13 July 2025 and takes place at major Central Pattana destinations including centralwOrld, Central Village Outlet, Central Pattaya, Central Marina Outlet, Central Samui,…