The 10th Aspire Academy Global Summit concluded in Qatar, drawing leading figures from 50 major football organisations worldwide for two days of discussions on the latest in sports science, coaching, and player development. The event, held annually, provided a platform for influential figures to share strategies aimed at nurturing the next generation of football talent. The summit opened with a day packed with presentations and discussions, followed by a gala dinner that featured a Star Chat session with celebrated Italian coach Sergio Scariolo, who currently heads the Spanish national basketball team. During the chat, Scariolo delved into his coaching experiences,…
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Ubitus, a global leader in cloud streaming technology, is showcasing a series of AI-powered innovations at the NVIDIA AI Summit Japan 2024, held in Tokyo on 13 November. As a Gold sponsor of the event, Ubitus is presenting three major AI-driven solutions designed to enhance human interaction across various industries, from robotics and digital entertainment to the expanding field of virtual reality. Visitors can experience these groundbreaking innovations first-hand at booth 19, where Ubitus demonstrates its latest advancements, developed using NVIDIA’s cutting-edge technology. The showcased innovations include an AI-powered robot, lifelike digital humans, and a sophisticated AI VTuber—all examples of…
3D printer manufacturer Elegoo has launched its annual Black Friday sale, offering substantial discounts on a range of popular models. Running from 4 November to 2 December 2024, the sale provides discounts on Elegoo’s award-winning Saturn, Neptune, Mars, and Jupiter printer series across its official stores in the US, EU, UK, Canada, Australia, and Japan. The sale is designed to appeal to a variety of users, from hobbyists to professionals, keen on enhancing their 3D printing capabilities. A standout in this year’s promotion is the Saturn 3 Ultra, praised for its precision and reliability. Recently recommended by GamesRadar as “Highly…
The Alexander Johnson Group, a prominent provider of luxury and high-end real estate services in Dubai, has strengthened its leadership team with a series of strategic new appointments. These leadership hires come as the company seeks to enhance its position within Dubai’s growing commercial and luxury property sector, which has seen an upswing with the recent approval of the Expo City Dubai master plan by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum. This development adds to Dubai’s appeal as a global investment destination, with its continued focus on sustainable growth and innovation. To support its expansion and the delivery…
A British sales consultancy firm has announced its expansion into the Middle East, marking a significant milestone in its global growth. Sales Geek, headquartered in the North West of England, has extended its franchise network to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates. This move builds on the company’s recent international expansion. Sales Geek already operates across the UK, covers 14 states in the US, and has recently entered the Indian market, establishing itself as the world’s largest provider of part-time Sales Directors. The company aims to support local…
Carnaby Street has officially launched its Christmas season with the unveiling of its “Into The Light” display, transforming the famous London shopping street into a festive wonderland. Thousands gathered to witness the switch-on of this year’s installation, marking the arrival of Christmas to Carnaby Street and Soho. Partnered with the charity Global’s Make Some Noise, Carnaby Street’s Christmas launch aims to support small charities across the UK. The Into The Light display features six-metre-long sculptural light installations illuminated by thousands of energy-efficient LEDs, all glowing with warm, golden hues. A dynamic lighting sequence now runs hourly, creating a mesmerising show…
A new study by tech retailer Currys has analysed 210 couples from some of television’s most popular dating shows to determine which programmes offer the best chance of finding lasting love. By examining couples’ relationship statuses, marriage rates, and even the number of children, the study found that Love is Blind leads as the most successful dating show, with one in three couples still together. Looking at seven popular dating programmes, the study found that 33% of couples from the US version of Love is Blind remain together, compared to a slightly lower success rate of 29% for the UK…
Freudenberg Medical, a leading provider in the design and manufacture of minimally invasive medical devices, has announced the creation of 250 new jobs at the opening of its newly expanded facility in Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim. The expansion, celebrated today with a ribbon-cutting ceremony led by Dr. Mohsen Sohi, CEO of the Freudenberg Group, highlights the company’s commitment to supporting the growing demand for advanced medical devices worldwide. The Carrick-on-Shannon facility, which specialises in manufacturing catheters used in various medical therapies, now boasts an additional 16,500 square feet, bringing the site’s total footprint to 157,000 square feet. This investment increases Freudenberg…
A new initiative to help athletes transition from professional sports into the rapidly growing data centre sector has been launched by the digital infrastructure services provider BCS in partnership with JLB Search, a global recruitment firm specialising in sports, media, and entertainment. Led by former England rugby player and international referee Holly Wood, the Athlete Career Transition Programme aims to equip retiring athletes with the skills and resources to pursue successful careers in roles such as project management, accountancy, HR, and business operations within the data centre industry. The programme is the latest step in BCS’s ongoing efforts to address…
Fashion and beauty brands have firmly taken the lead in influencer marketing across social media platforms in the UK, according to a new report by influencer marketing platform Kolsquare. The study reveals that Zara is the top brand on Instagram for Earned Media Value (EMV), while L’Oréal Paris leads the charge on TikTok. The rankings show how both sectors are leveraging influencer collaborations to drive engagement and expand their reach. On Instagram, fashion and beauty brands dominate the scene, with Dior Beauty, Fenty Beauty, and Gymshark ranking highly for engagement. Gymshark, in particular, has stood out with an impressive 22…