Technology

Investment Led by Applied Ventures and ICM HPQC Fund to Drive Innovation in Optical Switch Technology Salience Labs Limited, a leader in photonic solutions for AI datacenter infrastructure, has successfully closed a $30 million Series A funding round. The investment, led by ICM HPQC Fund and Applied Ventures, LLC the venture capital arm of Applied Materials, Inc. will accelerate the development of Salience Labs’ optical switches, designed to enhance large-scale AI connectivity. Other key investors joining the round include Strategic Investment Fund, Braavos, and continued support from Oxford Sciences Enterprises, Cambridge Innovation Capital, and global semiconductor industry leaders such as…

Revolutionising Fashion with Microbially-Derived Materials Modern Synthesis, a pioneering biotechnology company, has successfully closed a $5.5 million funding round to accelerate the commercialisation of its innovative biomaterial technology. The highly sought-after funding round was spearheaded by Extantia Capital, with backing from Artesian and Collaborative Fund. This investment will enable the company to expand production capacity at its pilot facility and meet the growing demand from leading fashion brands. With sustainability at the forefront of the fashion industry, brands are under increasing pressure to adopt environmentally friendly materials. Studies indicate that by 2030, the fashion sector will face a 133 million…

HFR Mobile has unveiled its innovative pre-integrated, end-to-end Private 5G solution at the Merck Bio Center construction site, managed by Kolon Global. This milestone represents a significant advancement in the digital transformation of construction sites, utilizing the power of ultrafast 5G networks and advanced AI technologies to optimise safety and improve operational efficiency. HFR Mobile aims to revolutionise construction site management by providing secure, high-performance networks designed to meet the evolving demands of the industry. Strategic Deployment for Cost Efficiency To reduce deployment costs for the Private 5G network, HFR Mobile utilised a core-sharing approach. The Control Plane Function (CPF)…

Ekoten Tekstil, a subsidiary of Sun Tekstil and a prominent force in textile manufacturing, is driving sustainability efforts through artificial intelligence (AI). By employing AI-powered defect detection, the company improves fabric quality while minimising waste. This advanced technology enables real-time monitoring, enhancing efficiency and significantly reducing the environmental impact of textile production. “Our AI-driven systems allow us to detect and correct textile defects before they lead to unnecessary reprocessing, reducing waste and optimising resource use,” said Sabri Ünlütürk, Vice Chairman of the Board of Sun Tekstil and Ekoten Tekstil. “This technology strengthens both efficiency and sustainability in our manufacturing processes.”…

Revolutionising Healthcare with AI and Textile Computing™ Innovations At Arab Health 2025, Myant is set to reveal its groundbreaking vision for the future of healthcare—one where disease prevention is the cornerstone. Through the integration of AI and Textile Computing™, Myant aims to empower individuals with continuous, proactive, and deeply personalised care. This mission reflects a commitment to not just treating illness, but preventing it before it begins, offering a new paradigm in health management. A Revolutionary Approach to Healthcare at Arab Health 2025 Arab Health 2025, the Middle East’s largest and most influential healthcare event, serves as the ideal platform…

As the travel industry moves into 2025, Alipay+, Ant International’s cross-border mobile payment and digitalisation solution, is playing a pivotal role in welcoming travellers for the first peak of the year—Chinese New Year. By leveraging its extensive network of 90 million merchants worldwide, Alipay+ continues to simplify payments and offer exclusive digital services that engage tourists from across the globe. Global Reach and Seamless Payments for 1.6 Billion Users With over 35 international wallet and bank payment partners, Alipay+ now connects 1.6 billion user accounts to an ever-expanding network of merchants across 66 markets. The recent addition of Kaspi.kz from…

MAXHUB Set to Unveil Revolutionary 92″ XBoard Display at ISE 2025 MAXHUB, a leading innovator in integrated communication displays and unified communications solutions, has revealed plans to showcase its cutting-edge 92″ XBoard Microsoft Teams Rooms Interactive Display at the upcoming ISE 2025 (Stand 2N500), the world’s largest event for the audiovisual and systems integration industry. This state-of-the-art display combines multiple communication functions in one sleek device, providing a comprehensive solution that transforms collaboration in meeting rooms. The MAXHUB 92″ XBoard integrates the capabilities of a projector, whiteboard, signage display, computer, microphone, and audio system, creating a seamless experience for both…

Perpetual Atomics is proud to announce a strategic collaboration with QSA Global, a leader in the design and production of commercial radioisotope sealed sources. This partnership is poised to advance the processing of americium into sealed sources for use in radioisotope power systems, including Radioisotope Heater Units (RHUs) and Radioisotope Thermoelectric Generators (RTGs). The collaboration will strengthen sustainable and reliable power solutions for space missions, particularly in the most extreme environments. A Partnership for Space Innovation Perpetual Atomics, a spinout from the University of Leicester, brings over 20 years of expertise in space nuclear power systems and space exploration. The…

Appy Pie, a global leader in no-code app development, proudly announces the launch of Snappy 3.0, a revolutionary AI-powered app builder that sets new standards for the no-code industry. With powerful updates and enhanced features, Snappy 3.0 ensures a streamlined app creation process, offering users the tools they need to create world-class applications with ease. This platform addresses both user and industry needs, offering solutions that are faster, more powerful, and more customisable than ever before. Best Design Customisation Tools One of the standout features of Snappy 3.0 is its expanded suite of advanced design tools. The updated platform offers…

Revolutionary Device Sets New Standards in Laptop Innovation and Visual Performance At CES 2025, Lenovo has introduced an extraordinary leap in laptop design and functionality with the launch of the Lenovo Yoga Slim 9i (14″ Intel) Laptop. In a groundbreaking collaboration with TCL CSOT, the new laptop features the world’s first Camera-Under-Display (CUD) screen in a mid-sized display product, marking a major milestone in the evolution of flexible OLED screen technology. The Future of Laptop Design: Camera-Under-Display Technology This cutting-edge innovation is powered by TCL CSOT’s advanced flexible OLED screen technology, which seamlessly integrates the camera beneath the display. By…