Author: Mahdeehassan

AUTONOMOUS A2Z has risen to 11th place in Guidehouse Insights’ 2024 Automated Driving Leaderboard, moving up two spots from last year’s 13th-place debut and marking its second consecutive year in the rankings, further reinforcing its growing influence in the autonomous vehicle (AV) sector. Guidehouse Insights, a U.S.-based market research firm, evaluates AV companies annually based on corporate vision, market strategy, partnerships, product development, and technological capabilities. This year, the ranking expanded from 16 to 20 companies, reflecting intensifying global competition as autonomous trucking firms entered the list. As the only South Korean company included, AUTONOMOUS A2Z continues to lead the…

Phoenix Venture Partners (“PVP”) announced on 19 February 2025 the successful second closing of its fund, Phoenix Venture Partners Innovation Fund (CEIC) Limited (“PVPIF”). This milestone marks a significant step forward in PVP’s mission to support and invest in groundbreaking innovations and technologies. The second closing brings in a diverse group of investors from France, Luxembourg, Mauritius, Kuwait, and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). This group includes institutional investors, family offices, and high-net-worth individuals (HNWI). PVP is honoured to welcome these esteemed investors, whose participation underscores the global confidence in PVPIF’s strategic vision and investment approach. “We are thrilled to be…

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, March 2025 – Hello Park, the award-winning, immersive indoor entertainment park, is redefining children’s birthday parties with its one-of-a-kind innovative experience at Dubai Festival City. By blending cutting-edge Mixed Reality (MR) technology with interactive storytelling, Hello Park creates a one-of-a-kind, fully immersive experience where fun knows no limits. To make birthdays even more magical, Hello Park is rolling out an exclusive Ramadan offer, giving families 20% off on birthday bookings made from the first day of Ramadan until its conclusion.   As one of the largest multimedia theme parks and part of an expansive network of over 50 locations across 20 countries,…

Ahead of the Game Developers Conference (GDC), NVIDIA announced enhancements to its NVIDIA RTX neural rendering technologies, including that neural shaders are coming to Microsoft DirectX preview in April, DLSS 4 hits a major milestone with over 100 games and apps now available, RTX Remix is officially releasing alongside a new playable Half-Life 2 RTX demo, the NVIDIA RTX Kit is receiving major updates with Unreal Engine 5 support for RTX Mega Geometry and RTX Hair, and NVIDIA ACE autonomous game characters are debuting in two titles. NVIDIA and Microsoft Open Next Era of Gaming With Groundbreaking Neural Shading Technology NVIDIA and Microsoft revealed that neural…

Oxford Business Group highlights the sector’s progress via the Ministry of Culture’s Report on the State of Culture 2023 Riyadh, March 2025: Saudi Arabia’s cultural sector has emerged as a key contributor to the Kingdom’s economic, social, and environmental initiatives, as outlined in the Ministry of Culture’s “Report on the State of Culture 2023: Sustainability in the Cultural Sector.” Oxford Business Group (OBG) has undertaken an in-depth analysis of this report, offering a secondary perspective on its findings and implications. Saudi Arabia’s cultural sector is emerging as a cornerstone of the Kingdom’s development, with the potential to drive economic diversification…

Get ready to board the Four Seasons Private Jet Experience for an exclusive opportunity to explore some of the iconic settings of the HBO® Original Series The White Lotus with a new World of Wellness journey. Building on the recently announced global partnership between Four Seasons and HBO, the unforgettable 20-day itinerary will be offered for one exclusive journey, touching down in Maui, Taormina and Koh Samui – filming locations of the first three seasons of acclaimed series – along with five additional intriguing destinations that will allow guests to create their very own memorable storylines. “We’ve experienced firsthand how The White Lotus has fuelled the set-jetting trend, inspiring travellers to…

In the heart of Dubai’s most coveted urban enclave, Mr. C Residences Downtown emerges as a masterpiece of luxury living, redefining sophistication and elegance in one of the world’s most dynamic cities. Nestled along the prestigious Sheikh Zayed Road, this iconic development is perfectly positioned at the epicenter of Dubai’s rapid transformation, offering residents an unrivaled lifestyle experience. The dynamic district that encompasses Mr. C Residences Downtown is undergoing a remarkable evolution, with 128 newly announced freehold plots now available along Sheikh Zayed Road. This significant milestone underscores the district’s emergence as a prime destination for luxury real estate, attracting discerning investors and developers seeking…

Today, CNTXT AI launches TestAI, the GCC’s first AI validation platform, ensuring AI-powered voice interactions are accurate, functional and deployment-ready . AI-powered agents are transforming industries, automating customer interactions, streamlining operations and enhancing efficiency. However, many are deployed without proper validation, leading to errors and loss of trust. With the voice AI agent market set to grow from $11.2 billion in 2025 to $45 billion by 2032, organizations cannot afford to deploy AI without being fully prepared and user-ready. “AI models are being deployed without standardized oversight. Without rigorous testing, businesses expose themselves to financial and reputational risks” said Mohammad…

Taager, the leading social e-commerce platform for the MENA region, today announced the completion of its $6.75 million pre-Series B funding round, led by Africa-focused tech growth fund Norrsken22.This round will enable the company to fuel its growth in the Middle East. The oversubscribed round included participation from Endeavor Catalyst and Beltone VC, in addition to all existing investors, including 4DX Ventures, RAED Ventures, BECO Capital and Breyer Capital. Over the past two decades, social e-commerce, which is the process of directly buying and selling products through social media platforms, has evolved from a mere concept to a prominent shopping…

GO Sport Opens its First Store in Ramallah, Palestine. GO Sport is thrilled to announce the opening of its first store in Palestine, located in Ramallah — marking a significant step in the brand’s expansion across the Middle East. Globally recognized for their high-performance, multi-branded sporting goods, this store not only reinforces GO Sport’s commitment to delivering high-quality sports and lifestyle products but also represents a meaningful investment in the Palestinian market, fostering local development and empowering the community. The new Ramallah store offers an exceptional selection of sportswear, footwear, and equipment, catering to fitness enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and team…