Global tourism is experiencing a powerful resurgence in 2026, with several countries and regions gaining momentum thanks to transformative development projects led by influential hospitality and construction companies. These companies are not only shaping visitor experiences but also redefining the global tourism map through strategic planning, expansion, and large-scale initiatives. From cultural capitals to revitalised coastal resorts, new spots are …

On Thursday, Google released the newest version of Gemini Pro, its powerful LLM. The model, 3.1, is currently available as a preview and will be generally released soon, the company said. Google’s new model may be one of the most powerful LLMs yet. Onlookers have noted that Gemini 3.1 Pro appears to be a big step up from its predecessor, …

Modern businesses operate in crowded markets where visibility, trust, and operational stability often determine whether growth is sustainable or fragile. Owners are no longer competing only on price or location. They are competing on how well their services are positioned, maintained, and communicated to the people who need them most. This reality applies across industries, from professional services to trade-based …

Businesses often prepare for financial volatility, supply chain disruption, and competitive pressure, yet many overlook how quickly routine operations can be interrupted by incidents that occur inside or around the workplace. These events are rarely part of long-term planning discussions, even though they can create immediate strain on staffing, scheduling, and leadership focus. When an incident involves harm to an …

Traditional bank loans were once the only path forward for a new venture. Times are changing, and new financial tools are getting more accessible to the average person. Small business owners are now looking at personal credit options to fill the gaps. See why these choices are popular and start your journey in the business world. The Changing Face Of …

Nvidia is stepping up efforts to court India’s artificial intelligence startups earlier in their lifecycle, unveiling a string of partnerships this week aimed at reaching founders even before their companies are formally established. The push is intended to help the AI chipmaker cultivate relationships with future customers in one of the world’s fastest-growing developer markets. The latest move comes through …

Singapore ranks among the most expensive cities on the planet, and unexpected bills don’t wait for payday. That reality pushes thousands of residents toward digital borrowing options every month. But when you type “loan” into a search bar at midnight, how do you separate a trustworthy online money lender from a scam? The question matters — getting it wrong can …

Aggregate washing plays a key role in producing clean, saleable materials for construction, concrete, and asphalt. Whether you are working in quarrying, mining, or recycling, the right washing setup can make a real difference to output and product quality. One of the biggest decisions operators face is whether to buy new equipment, invest in used plant, hire machinery, or contract …

Formula 1 has been receiving star treatment from Apple for awhile, and now the racing series will literally be getting even bigger. Apple is partnering with IMAX to show five races from the 2026 season. The Miami Grand Prix on May 3, the Monaco Grand Prix on June 7, the British Grand Prix on July 5, the Italian Grand Prix …

Meta is formally sectioning off Horizon Worlds, the closest thing it has to a metaverse, from its Quest VR platform, according to a new blog post from Samantha Ryan, Meta’s VP of Content, Reality Labs. While the decision runs counter to Meta’s original plan to own an immersive virtual world that could serve as the future home for all online …

The US State Department will subsidise companies to roll out cheap smartphones running American software in the Indo-Pacific region, part of its “Pax Silica” initiative that seeks to shore up the resilience of the US artificial intelligence supply chain and win the AI race with China. The US has launched the Edge AI Package, which provides up to US$200 million …

Seattle-area transit riders will soon be able to tap their physical credit cards or smartphone to pay for fares. (GeekWire Photos / Taylor Soper) The ubiquitous tap-to-pay technology now common in grocery stores and coffee shops is coming to Seattle-area buses and trains next week. Starting Monday, Feb. 23, ORCA will accept contactless credit and debit cards, along with digital …

In 2010, the famed security researcher Barnaby Jack spectacularly hacked into an ATM cash machine on stage at the Black Hat security conference, forcing it to spit out reams of bank notes in front of an awestruck audience.  More than a decade later, ATM jackpotting — as it’s called — has broken free from the realms of theoretical security research …

Snap has big plans to release the newest version of its AR glasses, Specs, later this year. Despite the strategic priority that the hardware product represents, the company recently shed one of the top executives tied to the project, reportedly over a dispute with Snap CEO Evan Spiegel. The tech blog Sources originally reported that the company had recently lost …

Last year, the phone hacking tool maker Cellebrite announced it had suspended Serbian police as customers, after human rights researchers alleged local police and intelligence agencies used its tools to hack into the phones of a journalist and an activist, and plant spyware.  This was a rare example of Cellebrite publicly cutting off a customer following documented allegations of abuse, …