Al Gharbia Pipe Company has been recognized as an Industry 4.0 Digital Leader by the UAE’s Ministry of Industry. The certification positions AGPC as a top performer in the LSAW steel pipe sector. The award supports the UAE’s Operation 300 billion industrial strategy.
Employers are increasingly prioritizing skills over diplomas, creating “new-collar” jobs paying up to $160,000 annually. These positions bridge the gap between traditional office work and manual labor, focusing on practical abilities gained through bootcamps, certifications, and experience rather th
Researchers at the University of Washington have successfully used AI to design antibodies that bind to cancer proteins. This breakthrough could dramatically speed up drug development timelines. The technology eliminates the need for animal testing in early stages.
Artificial intelligence is turning retinal scans into powerful diagnostic tools that can spot early signs of systemic diseases. These AI models analyze eye images to detect conditions ranging from cardiovascular issues to cognitive decline, making eye exams a gateway to whole-body wellness.
Mature subsea operations don’t have to choose between costly replacement and rising downtime. A hybrid approach that maintains legacy compatibility while upgrading performance is proving more sustainable. The key is rigorous testing and interface harmonization.
The Coreboot project has formally responded to recent criticism from laptop vendors about its development process. Meanwhile, firmware specialists 3mdeb are making solid progress bringing Coreboot and OpenSIL to upcoming AMD Turin platforms. It’s a busy week for open-source firmware.
Armilar Venture Partners has closed the first €120 million of its new Fund IV, focusing on Series A investments in Spain and Portugal. The Lisbon-based firm aims to build a portfolio of around 20 companies across AI, cybersecurity, and digital transformation technologies.
IBM is planning to cut thousands of jobs in Q4 2025 as part of its strategic shift toward software. The company reported $16.3 billion in Q3 revenue but saw shares drop after missing cloud growth expectations.
BT’s Openreach is threatening to scrap its final push to bring full fibre to 30 million UK homes by 2030. The company says Ofcom’s proposed price controls make the business case unworkable for the last 5 million properties. This could leave millions without access to modern broadband infrastructure.
Daikin Applied Americas has acquired liquid cooling company Chilldyne, marking its second data center cooling acquisition this year. The deal strengthens Daikin’s position in the high-performance cooling market as AI workloads drive demand for advanced thermal management.
