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Consumers seek holistic wellbeing in the face of global challenges
Authenticity and self-expression drive consumer behaviour and brand loyalty
Wellness is going pro as consumers demand professional-grade solutions for everyday use


(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Data analytics company Euromonitor International has today revealed its top Global Consumer Trends for 2026, with the annual report identifying four global trends that highlight crucial shifts in consumer behaviour.

In a reality shaped by cost of living, authenticity and wellbeing expectations, these trends are at the core of consumer behaviour worldwide.

Alison Angus, head of innovation at Euromonitor International, said: “The future of consumer behaviour is characterised by a desire for comfort, self-expression and cutting-edge wellness solutions, driven by the need for authenticity and simplicity in an increasingly complex world.”

Euromonitor’s top Global Consumer Trends in 2026 are: ... Read more »

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia
(BUSINESS WIRE) -- In a major step toward advancing pharmaceutical local content and national drug security, BOSTON ONCOLOGY ARABIA and the Local Content & Government Procurement Authority (LCGPA) have signed an agreement to localize the manufacture of two biosimilar medicines within the Kingdom.

The signing ceremony took place at the Global Health Exhibition, under the auspices of the Ministry of Health and the Local Content & Government Procurement Authority, underscoring the Kingdom’s commitment to strengthening local manufacturing capabilities and ensuring reliable access to essential biologic therapies for patients nationwide.

Strengthening National Drug Security

Through this agreement, Boston Oncology Arabia will lead the technology transfer, local manufacturing, and commercial rollout of two high-value biologics — adalimumab and etanercept — used in the treatment of autoimmune and inflammatory diseases such as rheumatoid a ... Read more »

Latest Intention for USE Expands to Improve the Appearance of Skin Laxity on the Posterior and Anterior Arms and Abdomen, to launch in the United States before worldwide expansion.

Includes Joint Venture through Polimetal to Increase Capacity in Argentina



(BUSINESS WIRE)--Iochpe-Maxion (B3: MYPK3) through its wheels business, Maxion Wheels, announced the strategic expansion of its light vehicle aluminum wheels business in South America with the redeployment of existing global assets to Brazil, and the acquisition of a 50.1% shareholding in Polimetal, a leading producer of aluminum wheels in Argentina.

“Passenger car sales continue to rise across South America, with our wheels business, especially light vehicle aluminum wheels, continuing to gain share in Mercosur,” stated Pieter Klinkers, President and CEO of Iochpe-Maxion. “To address this growing market and corresponding aluminum wheel demand, Maxion Wheels is implementing three strategic initiatives. First is the utilization of our global operations, together with our domestic forces in Brazil, to support the immediate additional demand. Second is the redeployment of existing global a ... Read more »

SAN FRANCISCO - Wednesday, 05. November 2025

(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ripple, the leading financial technology company that offers crypto solutions for businesses, today announced a $500 million strategic investment at a $40 billion valuation from world-class institutional investors led by funds managed by affiliates of Fortress Investment Group, affiliates of Citadel Securities, Pantera Capital, Galaxy Digital, Brevan Howard, and Marshall Wace. The investment follows Ripple’s strongest year to date and its recent $1 billion tender offer at the same valuation, underscoring continued confidence in the company’s growth trajectory and long-term vision.

As Ripple continues its record year of growth, providing liquidity for shareholders and employees remains a priority. The company has repurchased more than 25% of its outstanding shares in recent years, returning meaningful value to employees and early investors. Its most recent tender offer attracted significant interest from inst ... Read more »

Corpay Cross-Border Named the Official Foreign Exchange Provider of the National Hockey League



(BUSINESS WIRE)--Corpay, Inc.* (NYSE: CPAY), a global leader in corporate payments and the National Hockey League (NHL®) today announced a multiyear North American partnership, naming Corpay’s Cross-Border business the Official Foreign Exchange (FX) Provider of the NHL.

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Through this partnership, the NHL will be able to use Corpay Cross-Border’s innovative solutions to help mitigate foreign exchange exposure in their daily operations. The NHL will also benefit from Corpay’s award-winning platform, which allows for seamless global payment management from a single point of access.

As part of the partnership, Corpay will have brand presence on the NHL’s digitally enhanced dasherboards and with in-stadium signage at NHL Winter Classic ... Read more »

The alliance brings together Liferay’s global technology, CODE81’s regional expertise, and Moro Hub’s hosting infrastructure to drive digital transformation and deliver seamless stakeholder experiences



Moro Hub, a subsidiary of Digital DEWA, the digital arm of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (PJSC), has announced a strategic partnership with Liferay, a global leader in Digital Experience Platforms (DXP), and CODE81, a regional technology consultancy and solutions provider. The MoU was signed between Mohammed Bin Sulaiman, CEO of Moro Hub, Moussalam Dalati, General Manager - Middle East, Africa, and France, of Liferay and Nader Paslar, General Manager of CODE81 on the sidelines of GITEX Global.

“At Moro Hub, our vision goes beyond delivering technology infrastructure, we are actively shaping the UAE’s journey towards becoming a global digital capital. This partnership underscores our commitment to building secure, sustainable, and future-ready ecosystems ... Read more »

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia -
(BUSINESS WIRE)--Imagine a traveler’s perfect day planning itself, rerouting around a rainstorm, prompting a café to add staff before the lunch rush, suggesting a quiet gallery when crowds swell. This is the promise of Agentic Tourism, an AI-powered operating model introduced in a new white paper by TOURISE and Globant, a digitally native company that helps organizations thrive in a digital and AI-powered future, with strategic contribution from Kearney. The report, titled Tourism’s AI Takeover: Reinventing Travel through Agentic Tourism, presents a practical framework for transforming the tourism experience, making it more seamless, intelligent, and emotionally resonant.

In 2024, tourism generated 10.9 trillion dollars, nearly 10 percent of global GDP, and is projected to reach 16.5 trillion dollars by 2035. AI in the tourism market is expected to grow from 3.4 billion dollars in 2024 to 13.9 billion dollars by 2030; destinations face a clear choice ... Read more »

Doha, Qatar - Wednesday, 05. November 2025


Experts and students debate whether ancient wisdom holds answers for modern societies



As the world grapples with questions of meaning and moral direction, Doha Debates takes on a fundamental question: Should ancient wisdom guide today’s societies?

In this episode of the new flagship season, moderated by Dareen Abughaida, students from across Qatar join three global thinkers to wrestle with a timeless dilemma: whether the answers to our most pressing problems lie in tradition or in bold new ideas.

Wael Hallaq, Avalon Foundation Professor in the Humanities at Columbia University, critiques what he calls the “moral emptiness” of modernity and its fixation on material progress. He calls for a return to ethical foundations rooted in the divine. “We have to look to the past, which is rich in resources, and we have to develop particular methods of thinking about it,” he says.

For Sophie Scott-Brown, ... Read more »

ZUG, Switzerland - Wednesday, 05. November 2025

This approval is based on results showing the safety and effectiveness of Restylane Lyft in enhancing the chin profile, with high patient satisfaction and long-lasting results1,2
Restylane Lyft is the only hyaluronic acid (HA) injectable approved to treat the midface, facial folds and wrinkles, back of hands and the chin, with consistent results observed across diverse patient types1,2
Galderma’s Restylane portfolio, including Restylane Lyft, is supported by decades of clinical evidence and real patient experiences with over 77 million treatments delivered worldwide3,4


(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Galderma (SIX: GALD), the pure-play dermatology category leader, today announced that the United States (U.S.) Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Restylane Lyft with Lidocaine for augmentation of the chin region to improve the chin profile in patients over the age of 21 with mild-to-moderate chin retrusion.2 Restyl ... Read more »

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Wednesday, 05. November 2025

The Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services and Transport General Authority join CoMotion as strategic partners, underscoring the Kingdom’s commitment to pioneering the next era of mobility



(BUSINESS WIRE)--CoMotion GLOBAL, the world’s most influential gathering of urban mobility leaders, today announced strategic partnerships with the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services (MOTL), Transportation General Authority (TGA), and the Royal Commission of Riyadh City (RCRC) ahead of its conference in Riyadh, December 7–9, 2025.

As part of the partnership, H.E. Dr. Rumaih Al-Rumaih, Vice Minister of MOTL and Acting President of TGA, will deliver a keynote address on Saudi Arabia’s ambition to rapidly establish itself as a global hub for next-generation mobility and logistics, built on sustainability, innovation, and international collaboration.

H.E. Dr. Rumaih Al-Rum ... Read more »

MB Way, JKOPay, Paidy, Airtel Mobile Money, MTN Mobile Money, Paga, MVola, Spenn, Mercado Pago, and Bank Transfers in Nigeria are now available through Xsolla



(BUSINESS WIRE)--Xsolla, a global video game commerce company that helps developers launch, grow, and monetize their games, today announced new local payment methods across key markets in Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Timed for the peak holiday season, this expansion helps developers reduce friction at checkout and convert seasonal demand into long-term engagement.

The expansion introduces 10 new local payment options that match how players already pay in their home markets, including:

Europe: MB Way (Portugal) adds nationwide, mobile-first checkout with instant confirmations and broad recognition.
Asia: JKOPay (Taiwan) delivers a trusted, mobile wallet with QR payments and loyalty; Paidy (Japan) offers card-free Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) with single-bill or installment options.
A ... Read more »

RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Wednesday, 05. November 2025 AETOSWire

500 Global and The Earthshot Prize are partnering on an investment strategy to identify, support and scale climate solutions across Emerging Markets.
Supporting three themes at the intersection of climate impact and commercial viability: AgTech, Clean Tech, and Nature Tech.
The strategy was announced at The Earthshot Prize Summit in Rio De Janeiro ahead of the 2025 Earthshot Prize Awards Night, targeting to roll out H1 of 2026.


(BUSINESS WIRE) -- 500 Global, one of the world’s most active venture capital firms and The Earthshot Prize, the world’s most prestigious and impactful environmental award, are announcing today a new strategic partnership to accelerate climate innovation in Emerging Markets, as climate finance is more relevant than ever before.

500 Global intends to develop and implement an investment strategy designed to de-risk early-stage investments, unlocking private capital ... Read more »

MILAN - Wednesday, 05. November 2025 AETOSWire


First-ever no-alcohol beer sponsor of Olympic Winter Games celebrates “For Every Golden Moment” platform with consumers globally

(BUSINESS WIRE)--As the 100-day countdown to the Olympic Winter Games continues, and in a year the global Corona brand is celebrating its 100th anniversary, Corona Cero is officially set to bring golden moments to the slopes of Milano Cortina 2026. As the first no-alcohol beer sponsor of the Winter Olympics, the brand is revving up its “For Every Golden Moment” global platform to invite consumers to celebrate every golden moment any time, any season.

What began at the Olympic Games Paris 2024, Corona Cero’s Olympics partnership reinforces that beer and sports are better together by offering consumers more choices for any occasion. Corona Cero’s role reflects AB InBev and the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) shared commitment to responsible consumption, connecting fans and athle ... Read more »

Third-party support provides Oracle Database customers with significant cost savings and premium support, allowing organizations to focus their resources toward AI/ML and LLM initiatives

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Rimini Street, Inc. (Nasdaq: RMNI), a global provider of end-to-end enterprise software support, managed services and Agentic AI ERP innovation solutions, and the leading third-party support provider for Oracle, SAP and VMware software, today announced the findings of the 2025 Database Strategies and Support Survey – The Diversification and Decentralization Revolution, a global study conducted by Unisphere Research of more than 200 Oracle Database managers and practitioners.

Oracle Database Customers Face Support Cost, Quality and Responsiveness Challenges

A majority of Oracle Database customers surveyed report ongoing frustrations with the speed and quality of Oracle-provided support and 63% say the support costs are too high. 87% say a slow resolution is som ... Read more »

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- Sparkle Clean Tech (SCT) (exclusive global licensee of Siemens Energy’s oil & gas water-treatment IP) and Aquadei, LLC have formed a strategic alliance to deploy Aquadei’s proprietary nanobubble and hydrodynamic cavitation technologies to oil & gas operations globally. This partnership is set to drive advanced water treatment methods, delivering measurable operational, economic and environmental benefits across the industry.

Nanobubble Technology in Oil & Gas: Performance Advantages

Nanobubbles (gas particles smaller than 200 nanometers) feature extraordinary physical surface and interfacial properties that enhance how oil and solids interact in water. When paired with SCT’s separation technologies, these ultrafine bubbles enable more efficient separation, lower chemical consumption, and greater process stability.

Unlike traditional flotation systems that rely on buoyancy alone, SCT and Aquadei’s approach leverages hybrid nanob ... Read more »