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Not long ago, a self-driving revolution seemed just around the corner. Yet today the promise of genuinely Autonomous Vehicles (AVs) on everyday roads remains unfulfilled. What is marketed as ‘driverless cars’ are regular vehicles equipped with autopilot features needing a vigilant human driver on board, just in case. Recent sentiment in the media and financial backing for AV technology is down. Crunchbase reveals a decrease in venture funding to AV startups – from $12.5 billion in 2021 to $4.5 billion by far in 2023. At the same time, the current economic climate emphasizes short-term gains, compelling businesses to deliver immediate…

There was the Bollywood star in skin-tight lycra, the Bangladeshi politician filmed in a bikini and the young Pakistani woman snapped with a man. None was real, but all three images were credible enough to unleash lust, vitriol – and even allegedly a murder, underlining the sophistication of generative artificial intelligence, and the threats it poses to women across Asia. The two videos and the photo were deepfake, and went viral in a vibrant social mediascape that is struggling to come to grips with the technology that has the power to create convincing copies that can upend real lives. “We…

BITS Pilani Sports Festival crowns laurels of victory at its Closing Ceremony 20th edition saw record participation from 29 universities and 5000 students. 24 Schools’ participationtakes center stage adding to theevent’s diversity Renowned Cricketer Chris Gayle presented the awards at BSF Closing Ceremony Dubai, UAE:Energy, courage, and triumph echoed throughout BITS Pilani Dubai Campus as the 5-day BITS Pilani Sports Festival (BSF) reached its grand conclusion on December 12, 2023. The 20th edition achieved a milestone with participation from 29 universitiesand 5000 students from the UAEsolidifying its status as the premier sports festival in the region. Notably, in this edition…

There are two common issues that plague customers when it comes to picking out HDMI cables. The first is underthinking, or picking out the first cable labelled as HDMI in a bin at a Staples, Best Buy, or convenience store. It’s an easy way to pick up an overpriced cable, and certainly not the best HDMI cable for your situation. If you’re here, however, you most likely suffer from the more exhausting issue of overthinking. Intensive research into HDMI cable brands, optimal lengths, version numbers, price analytics, you name it, can all apply. However, the best HDMI cables are, in practice,…

Now that COP28 is over, Expo City Dubai will turn into a winter wonderland – with Santa Claus ensuring sustainability and climate awareness at the core of the merry celebration. To start the holiday cheer, everyone is invited to witness the lighting of a giant 52-foot Christmas tree on Friday, December 15, at 6pm at the iconic Al Wasl Dome that will be turned into a Christmas village. According to Expo City, the tree is recycled from last year, and it will be at the heart of the celebrations. “Al Wasl Dome is decked out with repurposed decorations and energy-efficient…

Indian police have filed terrorism charges against four people in connection with a security breach in parliament in which a man jumped into the chamber, shouted slogans and set off a smoke canister, a police officer said on Thursday. The major security breach occurred on Wednesday, the 22nd anniversary of an attack on the parliament complex when more than a dozen people, including five gunmen, were killed. On Thursday, opposition lawmakers shouted slogans demanding the interior minister address the incident. “All precautions possible will be taken in future,” Defence Minister Rajnath Singh told parliament, which was adjourned for a few…

The festival season in Asia accounts for approximately 60 percent of global e-commerce sales (Source: Digital Commerce 360) By Saket Kumar Jha – CRO-Emerging Markets at Netcore Cloud As a marketer, by now, your meticulously planned holiday calendar is likely in full swing, but there’s always room for that final sweep to ensure nothing falls through the cracks. Landmark events such as Singles’ Day, Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and 12.12 are not just key markers on your calendar; they’re magnets for bargain hunters and deal-seekers, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for marketers to engage with a deal-hungry audience. In this…

Emirates NBD Group Executive Committee  commemorates 60th anniversary with mangrove forest planting Dubai, UAE, 13 December 2023: The Executive Committee of Emirates NBD Group, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Türkiye) region, commemorated the bank’s 60th anniversary, as well as the Year of Sustainability and the UAE’s hosting of COP28, by planting the first 60 mangrove saplings at the Emirates NBD 60th Anniversary Mangrove Forest, located in Jebel Ali Wildlife Sanctuary. All members of the Executive Committee, led by Shayne Nelson, Group CEO, took part in the planting ceremony. The Emirates NBD Mangrove Forest…

Tablets may not be the hot new thing in 2023, but they’re still excellent machines for streaming movies, playing games, or getting work done on the go. And while it seems like the best iPads dominate most of the tablet market, there are still plenty of excellent Android tablet options you should consider. Whether you want an ultra-premium and superpowerful option, or something more affordable and compact, the Android tablet market has something for everyone. No matter your budget or spec preferences, here are the best Android tablets you can buy in 2023. OnePlus Pad The best Android tablet overall…

Statement by Her Excellency Mariam bint Mohammed Almheiri,UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment on UAE Consensus “The UAE has marked a historic achievement with the UAE Consensus that not only highlights a paradigm shift in climate action, but also charts a new course to our North Star – to keep 1.5 within reach. “We thank His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, UAE President, for his guidance and continuous support to making this a historic and milestone COP that will benefit all of humanity, underpinned by its spirit of action, multilateralism, inclusivity, and solidarity. We have united, acted,…