Author: Editorial team

Long before Dubai became synonymous with towering skyscrapers, luxury hotels, malls, and world-class sporting spectacles, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, discovered a passion that would shape his life: the world of horse racing. His first visit to a race meeting in the United Kingdom left an indelible mark. In May 1967, he and his brother, Sheikh Hamdan, watched Royal Palace win the 2,000 Guineas at Newmarket in the UK, a moment that left a lasting impression and helped spark his lifelong passion for thoroughbred racing. His first success as a…

BEIJING, 23th March, 2026 (WAM) – Over the past three years, China has seen a significant rise in the industrialisation of invention patents from its universities and research institutions, according to an official from the nation’s top intellectual property regulator. Hu Wenhui, Deputy Commissioner of the China National Intellectual Property Administration, announced at a news conference on Monday that from 2023 to 2025, about 80,000 patents were successfully brought to market as part of a patent commercialisation initiative. According to chian daily report, by the end of 2025, the industrialisation rates for invention patents from universities and research institutions reached…

Emilio Lapiello, Partner and Head of Digital & AI Solutions, Americas at Arthur D. Little. Emilio Lapiello of Arthur D. Little explains how AI is reshaping software economics, pricing models, quality control, and the future of investable SaaS businesses. The rapid rise of artificial intelligence is reshaping the software industry in ways that go far beyond product innovation. Traditional SaaS economics, built on fixed costs and recurring subscription revenue, are now being challenged by AI’s transaction-based cost structure, growing pricing pressure, and the continued need for human oversight in quality-sensitive environments.  Emilio Lapiello, Partner and Head of Digital & AI…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] Dubai authorities confirmed early Tuesday that a fire on the Kuwaiti crude oil tanker Al Salmi, anchored in Dubai waters, has been successfully extinguished. The Dubai Government Media Office said that response teams continue to monitor the situation and take all necessary precautions. All 24 crew members were secured, and no injuries were reported. The fully loaded Al Salmi tanker caught fire on Monday while anchored at Dubai Port (Anchorage “E”), sustaining damage to its hull. Kuwait Petroleum Corporation (KPC) reported that the vessel was targeted by…

The Dubai World Cup is far more than a race day. It is one of the most iconic moments in Dubai’s social calendar where sport, fashion and culture meet in spectacular style. Over the years, it has also become deeply intertwined with my own journey as a milliner living and working in the UAE, and a week that continues to inspire me year after year. When I first established my millinery brand in Dubai, I could never have imagined how much this city would influence and shape my creative path. Dubai celebrates ambition, elegance and individuality, and over time, I…

SHARJAH, 25th March, 2026 (WAM) — Sharjah Research, Technology and Innovation Park (SPARK) has recorded more than 7,500 licensing transactions across January and February, including new company formations and renewals, highlighting growing demand from innovation-driven enterprises and reinforcing SPARK’s position as a leading hub for technology and research-based companies. Hussain Al Mahmoudi, CEO of SPARK, said, “These indicators reflect the strength and resilience of Sharjah’s innovation ecosystem, as we continue to drive growth, empower businesses, and expand our global partnerships. Our focus remains on translating innovation into tangible economic value that supports sustainable development.” He added, “At SPARK, we are…

Satellite industry analyst Tim Farrar suspects that a long-rumoured deal of SpaceX buying Globalstar may be moving closer to fruition. This move, if successful, could lead to a shake-out in the direct-to-device sector. Bloomberg reported in October 2025 about SpaceX’s interest in buying Globalstar, and noted the latter engaged with an investment bank to facilitate the deal. Farrar, president at TMF Associates, said in a research note Globalstar executive chair James (Jay) Monroe “has finally achieved his goal” of selling the company at a profit. “I understand that the sale process initiated back in October will reach its conclusion, and…

[Editor’s Note: Follow Khaleej Times live blog amid US-Israel-Iran war for the latest regional developments.] During the latest Arab League Council meeting held on Sunday, March 29, the UAE’s minister of state, Khalifa bin Shaheen Al Marar, stated that holding Iran accountable and making it bear the consequences of the aggression were fundamental to deterring it.  The 165th session, chaired by Bahrain, saw a declaration being issued regarding the ‘Iranian terrorist attacks’ on the security and sovereignty of several Arab states. While speaking on the February 28 attacks, the minister stressed the day marked a “dangerous turning point in the geopolitical and…

On race night at Meydan, the spotlight belongs to the horses and jockeys. Yet, beyond the limelight is another team; men and women whose work begins long before the starting gates open and continues long after the final race has been run. From the race starter and outrider to the assistant trainer, travelling head lad and head valet, these professionals keep the machinery of racing running smoothly. Their roles demand precision and an instinctive understanding of the sport. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp channels. They rarely stand in the winner’s enclosure, yet without…

ABU DHABI, 26th March, 2026 (WAM) — Researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi have discovered new large-scale waves moving deep inside the Sun, driven by magnetic fields far below the surface. These waves provide a window into parts of the Sun that are otherwise inaccessible, giving scientists a new tool to study how its magnetic field is formed and evolves over time. In the new study, published in Nature Astronomy, researchers at NYU Abu Dhabi’s Centre for Astrophysics and Space Science analysed more than a decade of the Sun’s natural vibrations. Their work revealed evidence for previously undetected, global-scale waves influenced…