AI Hackathon Sparks Innovation and Collaboration at UWI Cave Hill

Bridgetown, Barbados – May 14, 2025 – GovTech Barbados Ltd, in partnership with the Ministry of Industry, Innovation, Science and Technology (MIST), Zindi, and the Faculty of Science and Technology at the University of the West Indies (UWI) Cave Hill Campus, hosted a groundbreaking Barbados Artificial Intelligence (AI) Fraud Detection Hackathon. It was designed to inspire young tech talent and drive forward the country’s digital … Continue reading AI Hackathon Sparks Innovation and Collaboration at UWI Cave Hill

Impact Newswire19/05/202519/05/2025

Europe

Siemens introduces AI agents for industrial automation

Press Release – 12 May 2025 – At Automate 2025 in Detroit, Siemens is announcing an expansion of its industrial AI offerings with advanced AI agents designed to work seamlessly across its established Industrial Copilot ecosystem. This new technology represents a fundamental shift from AI assistants that respond to queries towards truly autonomous agents that proactively execute entire processes without human intervention. Siemens’ new AI … Continue reading Siemens introduces AI agents for industrial automation

Impact Newswire15/05/202515/05/2025

Asia, Europe

UK and India Seal Landmark Trade Deal, Slashing Tariffs and Boosting Market Access

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his British counterpart Keir Starmer on May 6 announced the conclusion of a long-awaited Free Trade Agreement (FTA) and a Double Contribution Convention, marking a significant step forward in bilateral ties. The agreement is expected to strengthen the India-UK Comprehensive Strategic Partnership by easing trade barriers, promoting investment, and creating a more predictable business environment. PM Modi said the … Continue reading UK and India Seal Landmark Trade Deal, Slashing Tariffs and Boosting Market Access

Impact Newswire07/05/202507/05/2025

Middle East

Abu Dhabi $200 Billion Strategic Engine: Powering the Future of Global Investment and Innovation

Once viewed primarily as an oil-rich capital, Abu Dhabi has rapidly transformed into one of the world’s most forward-thinking investment hubs. At the core of this evolution lies a $200 billion strategic engine – an interconnected network of sovereign wealth funds, industrial diversification, global partnerships, and technology-driven innovation. This ecosystem is not only redefining the Emirate’s economic future but is also influencing how the world … Continue reading Abu Dhabi $200 Billion Strategic Engine: Powering the Future of Global Investment and Innovation

Mohd Hassan07/05/202507/05/2025

Africa, Middle East

Zindi Supports Cassava Technologies with 85 K Zindians to showcase African AI innovation

Dubai, UAE May 5th, 2025 – Zindi, the leading professional network for data scientists and AI developers in emerging markets, is pleased to announce that it has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Cassava Technologies, a global technology leader of African heritage, to deliver artificial intelligence (AI) solutions and GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaas) across the African continent. This partnership represents a significant step in accelerating digital … Continue reading Zindi Supports Cassava Technologies with 85 K Zindians to showcase African AI innovation

Impact Newswire05/05/202513/05/2025

Asia

GCA Launches Bangladesh’s First National Compendium on Nature-Based Solutions for Urban Resilience

Dhaka, Bangladesh, 30 April 2025 – The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), in collaboration with IUCN Bangladesh, today launched the country’s first Nature-Based Solutions (NbS) Compendium for Urban Resilience at a high-level event in Dhaka. The Compendium developed with support from the UK Government highlights 20 scalable, context-specific NbS interventions designed to guide policymakers, urban planners, and financial institutions in embedding nature-based approaches into infrastructure development and … Continue reading GCA Launches Bangladesh’s First National Compendium on Nature-Based Solutions for Urban Resilience

Impact Newswire04/05/202504/05/2025

Untied Kingdom

NCAA and Genius Sports Expand Partnership Through 2032

LONDON – The National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) and Genius Sports Limited (NYSE: GENI) have announced a significant extension of their long-term partnership, reinforcing their shared commitment to innovation, transparency, and the integrity of college athletics. Under the expanded agreement, Genius Sports has been appointed as the exclusive distributor of official NCAA data to licensed sportsbooks for all post-season tournaments, including March Madness, through 2032. … Continue reading NCAA and Genius Sports Expand Partnership Through 2032

Impact Newswire30/04/202530/04/2025

Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) today outlined action plans to establish a waste-to-hydrogen (W2H) ecosystem in West Java Province, Indonesia

Europe

Hyundai Motor Group Presents Action Plans for Waste-to-Hydrogen Ecosystem in Indonesia

Press Release – 15.04.2025 – Hyundai Motor Group (the Group) today outlined action plans to establish a waste-to-hydrogen (W2H) ecosystem in West Java Province, Indonesia, during the Global Hydrogen Ecosystem Summit held in Jakarta. At the summit, the Group unveiled comprehensive plans for the initiative in partnership with Indonesia’s Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM), Ministry of National Development Planning (BAPPENAS), and PT Pertamina (Persero), … Continue reading Hyundai Motor Group Presents Action Plans for Waste-to-Hydrogen Ecosystem in Indonesia

Impact Newswire17/04/202517/04/2025

Europe

UpLink Annual Impact Report

Download PDF The UpLink Annual Impact Report showcases how building ecosystems that enable purpose-driven entrepreneurs to scale their early-stage ventures can shape a sustainable, equitable and thriving global economy. It highlights key impact areas, explores the success of UpLink’s community of over 500 Top Innovators and provides insights into how emerging start-ups can drive large-scale change. The UpLink Annual Impact Report showcases how building ecosystems that enable purpose-driven entrepreneurs … Continue reading UpLink Annual Impact Report

Impact Newswire03/04/202503/04/2025