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APT to Gain Native Transaction History Commands

Debian’s Advanced Package Tool is being enhanced with built-in history commands designed to log and expose package transaction details. The proposal, led by Ubuntu and Canonical developer Simon Johnsson, introduces two new subcommands—apt history-list and apt history-info—which will allow users to list past operations and inspect individual changes by transaction ID. This change aims to remove the need for manual parsing of log files under directories such […]

H-1B Fee Surge Spurs Canadian Tech Poised to Gain

Tech companies across North America are scrambling to assess the fallout after the U. S. government announced that new H-1B visa applications will require a $100,000 fee per applicant, a steep jump from the previous cost. Critics warn the change will severely reduce access to foreign talent, while Canada is increasingly seen as a prime alternative destination. The executive proclamation, signed on 19 September, stipulates that employers […]

Dubai’s DIEZ Trade Soars to AED 336 Billion in 2024

Record trade worth AED 336 billion from the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority across its three free zones marked a 19% increase over 2023, with the zone authority accounting for 13.7% of Dubai’s non-oil foreign trade—the highest share recorded.

Dubai Airport Free Zone, Dubai Silicon Oasis and Dubai CommerCity together processed trade volumes of 444,300 tonnes, representing a rise of over 28% compared with 346,700 tonnes the year prior. Sector-wise, machinery, electrical and electronics led the growth, making up about 72% of total trade and increasing by approximately 17%. Precious stones, metals, jewellery and ornaments grew by 33% and contributed about 22%. Combined, both sectors accounted for nearly 94% of total trade activity.

Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai and Chairman of the Executive Council, stated that these outcomes reflect Dubai’s ambition under the Economic Agenda D33, enhancing its role as a global hub through innovation and competitiveness. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of DIEZ, affirmed this was the fourth year of sustained growth, noting increasing investor confidence and strengthened global trade partnerships.

Volume growth and value growth were supported by improved infrastructure and “integrated services” across the three zones, which reduced friction in supply chains. DIEZ’s performance coincided with Dubai as a whole achieving record highs in non-oil foreign trade.

While machinery, electronics and precious materials drove most of the expansion, other sectors are underrepresented, indicating a dependency on high-value goods. The focus now may turn to diversification to prevent vulnerabilities to sector-specific global headwinds. Economists suggest sustaining infrastructure investment and expanding trade ties beyond traditional markets will be critical for maintaining momentum.

Qatar’s Sovereign Wealth Fund Takes 4 Per Cent Stake in Ivanhoe Mines

Qatar Investment Authority is injecting US$500 million into Ivanhoe Mines via a private placement that grants the sovereign wealth fund roughly a 4 per cent interest in the Canadian miner. Ivanhoe will issue 57,516,666 common shares at CAD 12 per share, with proceeds earmarked for development of critical mineral projects and general corporate needs.

Ivanhoe Mines operates key assets in southern Africa, notably the Kamoa-Kakula copper complex in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the ultra-high-grade Kipushi zinc-copper-germanium-silver mine also in the DRC, and the Platreef platinum group metals project in South Africa, which is set to begin production in the fourth quarter of 2025. The QIA investment supports work across these operations and Ivanhoe’s exploration licences in the Western Forelands, which cover large prospective areas.

Robert Friedland, Ivanhoe’s Executive Co-Chair, described the deal as a strong endorsement of the company’s ambition to be a leading supplier of metals crucial to the energy transition, advanced infrastructure and technologies including AI and data centres. He expressed that QIA’s vision aligns with Ivanhoe’s long-term strategic investors.

Mohammed Saif Al-Sowaidi, CEO of QIA, said the investment reflects confidence not just in Ivanhoe’s asset portfolio but also in its capacity to sustainably discover, develop and supply critical minerals for global electrification and advanced technologies.

The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions including approval by the Toronto Stock Exchange. In addition, QIA and Ivanhoe will enter into an investor rights agreement which grants QIA the right to board representation and access to company information if its ownership surpasses 10 per cent, along with anti-dilution rights. Existing major shareholders, CITIC Metal Africa Investments and Zijin Mining Group, retain rights to acquire their pro rata shares at the same CAD 12 price to maintain their ownership levels.

Ivanhoe’s share price was affected by the deal: the CAD 12 issue price is below the closing price of CAD 13.19 prior to the announcement, representing a discount. The investment follows a climate in which sovereign funds and institutional investors are increasingly targeting critical minerals as part of global supply chains for the clean energy transition.

Godot 4.5 Introduces Stencil Buffer, Accessibility and Performance Upgrades

Godot Engine version 4.5 launched on 15 September 2025, delivering multiple features aimed at improving rendering capabilities, accessibility, workflow and performance. Key additions include stencil buffer support, experimental screen reader integration, a “shader baker” to pre-compile shaders during export, and refinements to physics and internationalisation tools. Stencil buffers now allow developers to control rendering of geometry more precisely, enabling effects like portals, masking, and selective cutouts without […]

Policy Address by Hong Kong SAR’s Chief Executive John Lee

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 19 September 2025 – Speeding up the large-scale Northern Metropolis development was a central theme of the 2025 Policy Address announced by Hong Kong’s Chief Executive, John Lee, on September 17, including measures to reduce construction costs and time, promote market participation, encourage enterprises to set up and invest in the area, and reduce the cost of land premiums […]

Solmate Plan Raises Stakes for Solana Infrastructure in UAE

  Solmate, a newly launched Solana digital asset treasury headquartered in the UAE, is mobilising US$300 million to build on-chain infrastructure and deliver staking-based returns for investors. Marco Santori, formerly Chief Legal Officer of Kraken, has been appointed CEO. The company is setting up bare-metal validators in Abu Dhabi, in partnership with RockawayX, aiming for high reliability and performance in staking operations. Solmate’s backers include ARK Invest, […]

Cushman & Wakefield responses to the Policy Address 2025/26

HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 17 September 2025 – Response to the Policy Address 2025/26 by KK Chiu, International Director, Chief Executive, Greater China of Cushman & Wakefield: Housing Supply and Land Policy Optimize land resource allocation and accelerate public housing supply Hong Kong’s land allocation policies have a profound impact on people’s lives. We are pleased to see the government actively promoting Light […]

Germany Battles With Millions of Tons of Undersea WWII Munitions Hazard

Germany faces a mounting environmental and safety crisis with approximately 1.6 million tonnes of unexploded munitions lying on the seabed of its North Sea and Baltic Sea waters. These ordnances—from bombs, grenades and mines to artillery shells—stem largely from post-World War II disposal practices and are now rusting away, releasing toxic substances into marine ecosystems. The Environment Ministry has launched an “immediate action programme” with a €100 […]

Australia Allows Flexibility as Age-Checks Prove Imperfect for Under-16 Social Media Ban

Australian legislation banning under-16s from holding social media accounts will permit platforms to make some errors when checking age, government and watchdog officials have clarified, as new trials show limits in technology and equity in age verification. The law, passed in November 2024, comes into force on 10 December 2025, obliging “age-restricted social media platforms” to take “reasonable steps” to stop users under 16 from creating or […]

The good, the bad, the ugly and the fugly in emerging markets now!

Matein Khalid I go into purdah for Wednesday’s FOMC D-Day secure in the knowledge, based on CME futures probability that the most important central bank in the world will cut its overnight borrowing policy rate by at least 25 basis points on Wednesday. Yet there are also “known unknowns” with the Fed’s decision that will haunt and reshape the financial markets as well as America’s toxic politics […]

Why investors should care about Trump’s bid to reshape the Fed

The Federal Reserve sets the price of money for the world’s largest economy, but the battle now unfolding in Washington is about far more than the next rate decision. President Donald Trump and his economic advisors are pushing to narrow the central bank’s mission and pull it closer to the White House. For international investors, this is not a distant Beltway turf fight. It’s a direct threat […]

Abu Dhabi’s Active Projects Surge Past $758 Billion Mark

Abu Dhabi is now home to over US$758.79 billion worth of active development projects, industry reports show, as the capital’s property, construction and investment sectors receive considerable investor attention at the International Real Estate & Investment Show. Urban construction projects lead the charge at roughly $221.56 billion, followed by transportation ventures valued at $238.01 billion, industrial projects totalling $151.36 billion, utilities at $130.29 billion, and oil & […]

Gold Soars Past Four-Month Peak as Fed Cut Expectations Grow

Gold surged past levels not seen in over four months after growing confidence that the Federal Reserve will cut interest rates this month boosted demand for bullion, while silver climbed above $40 per ounce for the first time in over a decade.

Spot gold rose around 0.9% to roughly US$3,486.86 per ounce, reaching highs last marked in late April. US gold futures for December delivery also advanced, riding momentum from dovish comments by San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly and a U. S. appeals court decision that struck down most of former President Trump’s tariffs, which weighed on the dollar. Silver jumped about 2.2%, to near US$40.56, its best since September 2011. Other precious metals followed: platinum added 1.5% and palladium rose around 0.8%.

Investors have been digesting a weakening US dollar, cautious labour market indicators, and signals from policymakers suggesting the Fed could lower rates by 25 basis points. Some traders contemplate a larger cut, although forecasts remain varied. Demand for gold as a hedge has been reinforced by geopolitical uncertainty and concerns around the independence of central banking.

Analysts at ANZ and UBS have revised their forecasts for gold upward. ANZ now expects gold to average about US$3,800 per ounce by year-end, with upside toward US$4,000 by mid-2026. UBS similarly raised its year-end target, citing robust central bank buying, persistent inflation pressures, and the likelihood of further policy easing.

Silver’s rally, driven by industrial demand and tight supply, outpaces gold in percentage gains. ETF inflows have also favoured silver, reflecting investor appetite for high-beta exposure in the precious metals space.

Mall of the Emirates Sets New Benchmark with Dhs5 Billion Metamorphosis

Mall of the Emirates will undergo a Dhs5 billion transformation aimed at reshaping the destination into a next-generation, multi-sensory retail, culture and lifestyle hub, as its operator, Majid Al Futtaim, continues to post strong financials for the first half of 2025. Majid Al Futtaim reported revenue of Dhs17.3 billion for the six months ending 30 June, up 3 per cent over the same period in 2024. EBITDA […]

HybridPetya Ransomware Breaks Secure Boot Barrier on UEFI Systems

Security researchers at ESET have identified a new malware strain called HybridPetya that combines traits of Petya and NotPetya ransomware with advanced boot-kit functionality to infect systems protected by UEFI Secure Boot. It exploits the vulnerability CVE-2024-7344 in the Howyar “Reloader” UEFI application to bypass signature checks, allowing unverified code execution. HybridPetya was first spotted when samples uploaded to VirusTotal in February 2025 caught the eye of […]

Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2025 Kicks Off Today

AI-Driven Innovation Unlocks the Missing Piece in Digital Entertainment HONG KONG SAR – Media OutReach Newswire – 12 September 2025 – The Digital Entertainment Leadership Forum 2025 (DELF 2025), Cyberport’s annual flagship event, officially kicked off today. Under the theme “Adventure Island: Unlock Innovation with The Missing Piece”, the three-day event (12–14 September) welcomes industry professionals and the public to immerse themselves in a carnival-style programme. Highlights […]

Gut-bacteria fuel D-lactate tied to high blood sugar, liver damage

A molecule produced by gut bacteria, called D-lactate, has been identified as a significant contributor to elevated blood sugar, insulin resistance, fatty liver inflammation and fibrosis in obesity, according to new research. Scientists in Canada report that trapping D-lactate in the gut reduces these metabolic dysfunctions in mice. Researchers from McMaster University, Université Laval and the University of Ottawa found that obese mice and humans with obesity […]

Namibia ramps up acid supply to power mineral surge

Namibia is stepping up sulphuric acid production to support surging output in uranium, copper and manganese mining, as two major industry players commit to scaling local supply. Green Metals Refining will build a new plant in Walvis Bay, and Vedanta aims to restart its dormant sulphuric acid facility at the Skorpion zinc operations. London-based Green Metals Refining plans an investment of US$59 million for the first phase […]

Bybit Restores Full Trading Access in India Market

Bybit has restored full access to its mobile app for users in India, marking a pivotal stage in its compliance efforts and reaffirming its long-term presence in the market. Access to its website is being reinstated in phases and is expected to be fully live within the next three to four days. This marks a strategic relaunch of services including spot trading, derivatives, options and copy trading, supported by enhanced Know Your Customer protocols and security measures.

The exchange began its compliance drive earlier this year by registering with the Financial Intelligence Unit-India as a reporting entity under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act in January 2025. That move followed a penalty of approximately INR 9.27 crore imposed for operating without proper registration. Services had trickled back in February for authorised users, but full restoration remained pending until now.

Bybit co-founder and CEO Ben Zhou said the company views this phase Bybit Restores Full Trading Access in India as more than a mere return—it signals a renewed chapter in its India operations. He emphasised India’s potential as a leading digital-asset market and reiterated the company’s commitment to delivering secure, transparent, world-class trading experiences. Vikas Gupta, Country Manager of Bybit India, described the moment as a landmark in providing Indian clients a seamless and compliant trading environment. He also spoke of broader ambitions to nurture India’s crypto ecosystem through education, strategic partnerships and community initiatives.

Legal counsel from Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas led Bybit’s regulatory realignment, navigating months of negotiations and product realignment to meet Indian norms and transaction-reporting requirements. The process has been framed as a model for other offshore platforms seeking a compliant pathway into India’s tightening regulatory environment.

Bybit has intensified its outreach in the Indian market, serving as title sponsor for the India Blockchain Tour 2025 and preparing for the next leg, “Metamorphosis – India Blockchain Tour,” in New Delhi on 27–28 September. The exchange has also unveiled its World Series of Trading 2025, offering welcome bonuses and prizes such as cars and smartphones to attract users.

India remains one of the world’s most dynamic cryptocurrency markets, despite stiff tax and regulatory hurdles—such as a 30 per cent tax on crypto gains and no comprehensive legal framework yet in place. The restoration of Bybit’s services under tighter compliance standards reflects its resilience and underscores the importance of regulatory alignment for offshore platforms.

Hackers Weaponise Google AppSheet to Bypass Email Defences

The cybersecurity community is confronting a highly evolved phishing campaign that exploits Google’s no-code AppSheet platform to harvest credentials and two-factor authentication codes. Attackers are sending authentic-looking emails from the legitimate domain noreply@appsheet. com—circumventing common defences such as SPF, DKIM and DMARC—and impersonating Meta to pressure users into submitting sensitive data. On 20 April 2025, AppSheet-originated emails made up 10.88 percent of all phishing attempts intercepted by […]

Coehl unveils iPhone 17 cases in soft colours and shimmer for the modern minimalist

SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 10 September 2025 – Coehl has revealed its iPhone 17 Resin Designer Series, featuring translucent cases in soft pastels with delicate shimmer finishes. The four-piece collection ranges from sparkling silver to gentle lavender gradients, concealing high-level impact defense and wireless charging compatibility within subtle sophistication. Models Mirelle and Serina introduce further ease, their integrated straps blending function and elegance for all-day […]

Planner At Large Founder Announces Release Of Début Book Swimming Downstream

Award-winning consultant Judd Labarthe launches a much-anticipated book, Swimming Downstream, challenging conventional marketing wisdom with practical, evidence-based guidance SINGAPORE – Media OutReach Newswire – 9 September 2025 – Judd Labarthe, the US-born founder of Singapore-based consultancy Planner at Large LLP, today announced the release of his début book, Swimming Downstream: How To Stop Struggling & Start Winning With Marketing That Actually Works, published by Marshall Cavendish Business. […]

Dr. Auric and the devil’s metal are both serious money makers. Now What?

Matein Khalid My readers and friends know that I have been a boring perma-bull on gold since early 2024, when it became obvious that the People’s Bank of China was accumulating gold bullions as a hedge against an overvalued King Dollar and a capricious White House, which had just seized $300 billion in Russian central bank reserves to punish Putin’s invasion of Ukraine. The bullish gold trade […]