Author: Sam Allcock

Formula E has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Marvel Studios to bring superheroes to the racetrack for the season-ending double-header of the ABB FIA Formula E World Championship. The collaboration marks the integration of Marvel’s upcoming film The Fantastic Four: First Steps into the motorsport world, rebranding the season finale as The 2025 Marvel Fantastic Four London E-Prix. The races will be held at the ExCeL London on 26 and 27 July 2025. The event is set to blend high-speed racing with cinematic spectacle, in what Formula E describes as a “milestone moment” in motorsport entertainment. Ellie Norman, Chief Marketing…

Caparol Paints, a global leader in high-performance coatings, has announced a significant expansion across the Middle East, underscoring its ambitions in one of the world’s fastest-growing construction markets. The company reported a 35% increase in sales across the region in 2024, driven by the success of its flagship products and a widening retail footprint. This includes the launch of new product lines tailored to the region’s harsh climate and continued investment in sustainable, climate-adapted building solutions. First entering the UAE market in 1998, the German paint manufacturer has steadily grown its reputation for delivering durable, environmentally conscious coatings. In recent…

Maserati marked a triumphant return to its home track at the Misano World Circuit Marco Simoncelli during the fourth round of the GT2 European Series powered by Pirelli. The iconic Italian marque secured two overall runner-up finishes, a pole position, and claimed victories in both Am Cup races, alongside a Pro-Am podium. The standout performance came from the LP Racing team’s number 1 Maserati GT2, piloted by Philippe Prette. Prette secured pole and led most of Race 1 on Saturday, ultimately finishing second overall while taking the top spot in the Am Cup category. His dominance continued into Race 2,…

Hatta, the mountainous enclave of Dubai, is set to welcome over 3,000 participants on July 27 for the Open Sports Day, a major event under the Dubai Sports Council’s (DSC) flagship initiative, Our Summer is Sporty. Backed by the Supreme Committee for the Development of Hatta, the event will transform the scenic town into a hub of fitness, family fun, and community spirit. The full-day affair includes both competitive and recreational sports, with activities designed to engage people of all ages, nationalities, and fitness levels. Among the headline events are a free public kayaking competition and a running race at…

Kuwait Telecommunications Company (stc) has reported strong operational and financial results for the first half of 2025, underpinned by the successful rollout of 5G Advanced, an expansion in consumer services, and a continued focus on digital transformation aligned with Kuwait Vision 2035. Eng. Muataz Abdullah Aldharrab, CEO of stc, described the results as a reflection of the company’s “strategic focus on quality growth, operational efficiency, and a flexible business model.” He credited the robust performance to the company’s dual approach—expanding individual and enterprise digital services and strengthening technological capabilities. Key Highlights: 5G Advanced Rollout In June 2025, Kuwait became one…

As Oman’s southern Dhofar region welcomes the cool breeze and misty charm of the Khareef season, telecom giant Ooredoo has rolled out a suite of travel-focused offers to help visitors stay connected and make the most of their time in Salalah. From generous data packages to seamless eSIM activation and 5G portability, Ooredoo is positioning itself as the ultimate digital travel companion for Khareef tourists. The new campaign includes prepaid Tourist Plans tailored for visitors to Dhofar. These plans feature unlimited tourist-to-tourist calls, high-speed internet, and international minutes—all bundled with a digital onboarding process. Through facial recognition, users can activate…

Orange Jordan has reaffirmed its commitment to youth empowerment and digital innovation by sponsoring the 12th National Technology Parade (NTP), hosted this year at Al Hussein Technical University in Amman. Launched in 2007, the NTP has grown into a flagship platform for student-led innovation in Jordan. This year’s event gathered around 400 students across 100 teams from various Jordanian universities, showcasing projects that span a wide range of real-world applications—from green energy and biomedical technology to e-learning, gaming, and defense solutions. Orange Jordan’s sponsorship reflects its broader strategy to drive digital transformation and equip young people with the skills and…

Ooredoo has partnered with Bawwaba, a rising Omani B2B e-marketplace, to launch Oman’s first telecom-backed digital business marketplace, marking a significant move toward advancing the country’s digital economy. The platform aims to provide small and medium enterprises (SMEs) and corporate clients with a seamless, smart way to connect, trade, and expand their reach—both locally and globally. It is the first of its kind in the Sultanate, offering businesses a single digital platform to promote their services, discover partners, and unlock commercial opportunities. Described as a “game-changing solution” for the local business ecosystem, the initiative blends Ooredoo’s digital infrastructure and customer…

Kodak Alaris has announced the launch of its next-generation KODAK S5000 Series production scanners and KODAK Capture Pro 7.0 software, designed to accelerate digital transformation across high-demand sectors in the Middle East. With scanning speeds reaching up to 210 sheets per minute, the S5000 Series is tailored for industries where speed, accuracy, and document integrity are critical—including banking, insurance, healthcare, and government. “Across the Middle East, businesses are under intense pressure to digitise operations quickly and accurately,” said Naji Kazak, Vice President for EMEIA & APAC at Kodak Alaris. “The new S5000 Series and Capture Pro 7.0 ensure that no…

Kingston Technology, a global leader in memory and data security products, has called on Gulf governments to prioritise hardware-level encryption to safeguard national infrastructure, as cyberattacks in the region escalate at an alarming rate. According to recent cybersecurity reports from the UAE and Saudi Arabia, both countries have witnessed significant year-on-year increases in digital threats targeting critical public sectors. The UAE Cybersecurity Council’s State of the UAE Cybersecurity Report 2024 revealed a 32% surge in ransomware attacks, while Saudi Arabia’s Foresiet reported a 35% rise in attacks, with the Kingdom’s financial, energy, and government systems being the most affected. “These…