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Qatar-based healthtech startup iQtech has closed its first investment round with backing from European assessment technology firm Selexi and deep-tech partner Yuniro to advance its XR-based (extended reality-based) medical simulation platform. Founded in 2025 by Nassim Davide Sidaoui, the company is developing EsculapioVR, an AI-powered training and assessment platform that combines immersive virtual reality simulations with AI-driven evaluation tools to modernise medical education. The funding will be used to accelerate product development, strengthen technical infrastructure, and expand deployments across Qatar and the wider MENA region, with applications spanning healthcare, civil training, and military sectors. Press release: iQtech LLC, a Qatar-based…

The SEC investigation has been formally concluded, with a decision to seek no penalties or enforcement action against the Company, founder and Co-CEO YT Jia, FF President Jerry Wang, or any other Company team members. With the SEC concluding its investigation, the Company gains regulatory clarity and the ability to fully focus efforts on its core businesses. FF can also now further advance potential strategic financing and strategic partnerships and could gain more support from government agencies and regulators, deepen cooperation with existing partners, and more efficiently attract top global talent. The Company is launching an upgraded Ten-Punch Combo, making…

SBC has unveiled the finalists for the 2026 edition of the SBC Awards Europe, set to take place at Xara Lodge, Malta, on Thursday, 30 April. Closing the final day of SBC Summit Malta 2026, the ceremony will bring together 400 industry professionals to celebrate excellence across the European betting and gaming industry. This year’s edition features 35 categories, recognising standout achievements from operators, affiliates, industry leaders, game developers and other suppliers. Leading the shortlist is Betsson Group with seven nominations, followed closely by Sportradar with six. “Success in this industry is about more than revenue. It is defined by resilience, creativity, and a willingness to take risks,” said SBC Founder…

SBC’s Charity Boxing Championship will be streamed live this Friday, as 12 white-collar fighters from across the gaming industry step into the ring to battle it out for personal pride, company bragging rights, and a worthy cause. The night’s full fight card will be available to watch live via a dedicated stream powered by Gr8Tech, with the first ring walk set for 9pm, allowing those unable to attend to follow the action in real time. Hosted at the London Hilton Park Lane this Friday, the championship will bring together over 500 guests for an exclusive black-tie event, featuring a champagne reception, three-course dinner,…

The HIMA Group, a leading global provider of safety-related automation solutions for the process and railway industries, continues to expand its footprint in Latin America with the official opening celebrations of its new entities in Lima, Peru, on March 3 and Bogotá, Colombia, on March 5, 2026. Both events were marked by executive exchange sessions with customers and partners from the oil and gas, chemical, and petrochemical industries. The celebrations were accompanied by technical lectures highlighting the advantages of digitalization in process safety, including the growing importance of operational technology (OT) security in increasingly connected industrial environments, as well as…

SBC is announcing the eagerly awaited SBC Summit Tbilisi 2026 in collaboration with SMH Global, scheduled for July 15–16 at the Sheraton Grand Tbilisi Metechi Palace. Following the success of the 2025 edition, which attracted more than 2,000 delegates from 44 countries, the 2026 event is aiming to exceed 2,500 attendees and further strengthen its position in Eastern Europe and Central Asia. The summit will feature over 70 world-class speakers discussing key industry topics such as regulations, operations, technology, affiliate marketing, and cross-industry partnerships. Sports will again play a key role in this year’s agenda, with dedicated discussions on fan engagement, sponsorship opportunities,…

With the 2026 World Cup on the horizon, SBC Summit Malta will put sports betting strategy front and centre, helping the industry gear up for one of the biggest moments in the global betting calendar.   Taking place from 29 to 30 April, the event’s two-day conference programme will bring together 6,000 industry professionals to explore the future of sports betting from both theoretical and practical perspectives.   The programme is structured across two formats. Day one will focus on sportsbook strategy through a series of panel discussions. Day two will shift to hands-on workshops, giving delegates the chance to turn those discussions into practical frameworks they…

CASIO G-SHOCK unveils the GA-2100K series, a bold interpretation of the iconic GA-2100 design inspired by the atmosphere of music-driven nightlife and the vibrant pulse of late-night culture. The series captures the shadowy thrill of nightclubs and music festivals, where laser lights cut through the rhythm of midnight sound. At the heart of the design is a newly developed surface finish on the dial, delivering a clean and modern look that enhances the streamlined silhouette of the GA-2100. A glossy finish and rich color scheme create a striking visual depth reminiscent of piano black, giving the watch a sleek and sophisticated presence.

17 March 2026 (Geneva) — The International Air Transport Association (IATA) released its Long‑Term Demand Projections (LTDP) for air travel, showing that global air passenger demand is expected to more than double by 2050. Under the mid‑range scenario, demand is forecast to reach 20.8 trillion revenue passenger kilometers (RPKs), based on a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 3.1% (2024-2050) from the 9 trillion RPKs seen in 2024. A higher growth scenario would see a 3.3% CAGR with passenger demand reaching 21.9 trillion RPKs in 2050. A lower growth scenario would see 2.9% CAGR with passenger demand reaching 19.5 trilli

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