The New Taipei City Government will lead 20 New Taipei-based companies to LEAP 2026, a major global technology event taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from August 31 to September 3, 2026. This year, the delegation will adopt a hybrid participation model combining on-site exhibition and virtual participation, while establishing the New Taipei City Pavilion to showcase the city’s vibrant industrial innovation and technological capabilities. The participating companies span artificial intelligence, smart manufacturing, information and communications technology (ICT), and smart city applications. They will present a diverse portfolio of innovative technologies, smart applications, and integrated solutions, highlighting New Taipei companies’ strong R&D capabilities and ability to deliver customized services.
In 2025, we brought Reuters NEXT to the Gulf because the region’s trajectory demands a summit equal to its ambition,” said Josh London, Head of Reuters Professional. “In 2026, at a time of uncertainty across the Middle East, Reuters NEXT Gulf will give decision-makers unfiltered access to the people moving markets, shaping policy, managing risk and investing in the future.”
The tribute recognizes a man whose towering achievements in business were matched, in equal and often unseen measure, by his humility, his generosity, and a private devotion to Africa’s future that shaped the lives of countless young people long after his passing.
The new instrument provides XAUUSD247 quotes during weekends and overnight hours, subject to scheduled maintenance windows. STARTRADER today announced the launch of XAUUSD247, a gold CFD that provides quotes across the full week, including weekends and overnight hours when the traditional gold market is closed. The launch responds to the fact that developments affecting gold can occur outside traditional market hours. Gold responds to geopolitical developments, central bank decisions, and shifts in risk sentiment that do not follow a five-day trading week.
Hisense, a leading brand in global consumer electronics and home appliances, today announced the arrival of its highly anticipated 2026 E8S ULED MiniLED TV lineup, now available on Amazon with exceptional launch pricing. The new E8S series represents a significant leap forward in home entertainment technology, combining advanced MiniLED precision with powerful AI processing to deliver an unparalleled viewing experience for gamers, movie enthusiasts, and everyday viewers alike.
A delegation of 55 young media representatives from seven African countries recently visited central China’s Hunan Province, gaining insights into the region’s development achievements and exploring new opportunities for practical cooperation between China and Africa. They visited the Daze Lake International Talent Community, C-Kingdom Cable Technology Co., Ltd., Changsha Tongguan Kiln Museum, Changsha Media Group, CNGR New Energy Technology Co., Ltd., and Changsha Sunlight Agricultural Machinery Equipment Co., Ltd. The delegates highlighted the promising prospects for China-Africa cooperation in media, green energy, and agricultural modernization.
Let’s be real: school mornings are a blur, kids bring home dust and crumbs, and by 6 PM you’re too drained to cook. What if we handled the air, humidity, mess, and meals – so you can focus on nurturing bright minds and family time? For the bright minds of tomorrow – and the parents who raise them.
Bringing together Wizzmoni’s fintech capabilities with Oman Air’s international network, the partnership delivers a more seamless travel experience by integrating payments, rewards, and travel benefits into a single platform. Designed for frequent travelers, students, and professionals, the card supports multiple global currencies while delivering a seamless digital forex experience with real-time tracking and smart financial controls. The partnership supports Oman Air’s broader strategy of extending the customer experience beyond the flight through integrated travel services and value-added retail solutions.
Apollo Hospitals launched ‘Always Open. Always Here.’, a first-of-its-kind initiative that makes routine and planned healthcare services available across all seven days of the week, including Sundays. Apollo’s emergency, critical care and inpatient services have always been available 24×7. The new initiative extends Sunday access to outpatient consultations, diagnostics, preventive health checks, follow-up consultations and scheduled procedures, helping patients and families seek timely care without waiting for a weekday.
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Gas Land Inc., an engineering specialist in nitrogen generation and integrated gas separation systems, today announced an expanded engineering-led model for LNG, energy and industrial infrastructure. The model applies nearly three decades of project execution and field experience to system design, equipment integration, controls, commissioning, performance optimization and modernization. Founded in 1997, Gas Land has provided more than 30 nitrogen generation systems and cryogenic storage and vaporization packages for LNG projects worldwide.
CIMC Modular Building Systems, the modular construction business of CIMC Group, has officially shipped the modular units for Earth Hotels Riyadh, marking its first hospitality project in the Middle East. Manufactured at the company’s production facility in Jiangmen, China, the project comprises 104 fully finished volumetric modules, which will be transported to Riyadh and assembled on site into a permanent boutique lifestyle hotel. Scheduled to open in early 2027, Earth Hotels Riyadh demonstrates how industrialized construction can help hospitality developers achieve greater delivery certainty, consistent quality, and lower environmental impact. Compared with conventional construction methods, the project is expected to reduce the overall construction schedule by more than 40%, cut on-site construction waste by 70%, and lower lifecycle carbon emissions by 30%.
yomo aims to combine the trust of Egypt’s leading private-sector bank with the speed, accessibility and customer relevance of a digitally born bank. The approval enables yomo to enter the next phase of operational, technological and customer readiness ahead of the launch of its services, subject to regulatory approval.
Specially recommended for college students, the selection comprises three power banks — the 25SE, CP25 and CP13 — and one GaN charger, the 10 Ultra. Together, they support a range of scenarios, from study and work desk setups to multi-device commuting and outdoor activities.
LG Electronics’ expanded Fit & Max Solution, now spanning refrigerators, washing machines, dryers and dishwashers, will be showcased at IFA 2026. ‘Fit Space’ enables seamless integration into the home, while ‘Max Life’ delivers the capacity and performance consumers need. The expansion marks LG’s move to establish Fit & Max as a shared solution framework for its broader home appliance portfolio.
A study has estimated the Social Return on Investment (SROI) of 80 Dubai Police community initiatives at AED 647.9 million ($176.4 million), reflecting the wider social, economic and security value created for 3.8 million beneficiaries between 2017 and 2026. Conducted by the Future Foresight Centre, the study examined initiatives across education, health, awareness and sport and measured their contribution to security, economic and social outcomes, including public safety, crime prevention, trust in police and quality of life.
“Lucky Ali has always stood apart because he has remained true to himself and to his music,” said Kalpesh Kinariwala, Founder and Chairman of HOP Events. “Artists like Lucky Ali do not choose partners lightly. They choose people who understand the responsibility that comes with stewarding their art and their audience relationships. We are incredibly honoured that he has chosen to embark on this global journey with HOP Events. What connects us is a shared belief that music is more than entertainment. It creates memories, builds communities and brings people together in ways few things can.”
Next Level Aviation® CEO Jack Gordon commented, “We are pleased to add Mike Fleener as SVP-Global Sales at Next Level Aviation®.” Gordon continued, “After 20 years in the commercial aviation aftermarket, Mike understands the USM needs of, and how to frame NLA’s value proposition to, our target end-user customers of airlines, leasing companies, MROs and OEMs. His analytical approach, willingness to mentor our existing sales team, and experience delivering results in fast-paced operating environments is exactly what Next Level Aviation® needs to help drive this next stage of company growth.”
Sino Biopharmaceutical Limited (HKEX: 01177), a leading innovation-driven pharmaceutical company in China, announced the launch of its new global brand, SBP Group, during its interim results meeting. SBP stands for Science, Breakthroughs and Patients: Science is where the company starts; breakthroughs are what it pursues; patients are why it does what it does. This philosophy aligns with the Company’s mission, “Science for a Healthier World.” The unified identity reflects the Company’s strategic evolution from a leading domestic biopharmaceutical company into a global innovator. This transformation is advancing on two fronts: product globalization, by building a global pipeline of innovative assets through in-house R&D and acquisition; and business globalization, through global partnerships and direct commercial expansion in key international markets. Supported by continued investment in global talent, organizational capabilities and infrastructure, the Company aims to bring innovative medicines to more patients worldwide. “2026 marks the first year of executing our globalization strategy, and we have made strong progress,” said Ms. Theresa Tse, Chairwoman of the Board. “SBP Group is committed to working with global partners to accelerate the global development and availability of innovative medicines from China and bring cutting-edge therapies from around the world to China. Leveraging our AI-driven, fully integrated R&D platform, we aim to advance breakthroughs at the frontiers of science, with the ultimate goal of benefiting more patients and improving human health.”
Through the partnership, online merchants in Botswana, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Namibia, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia and Zimbabwe can now offer secure UnionPay e-commerce acceptance, with nearly 900 participating merchants across the continent. Building on the collaboration announced by Standard Bank and UnionPay in 2024, this latest expansion comes as African businesses increasingly seek to serve customers beyond their domestic markets, supported by the continued growth of e-commerce, travel, tourism and regional trade.
