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Tahawul Tech
16 hours ago
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Omnix launches groundbreaking HOT Systems laptops
Omnix International, a regional leader in digital transformation and advanced technology solutions, recently announced the official launch of its revolutionary HOT Systems professional laptops — the first 18 x 16-inch ultra-high performance models purpose-built for creative and technical professionals in the Middle East. Engineered for power, precision, and performance, the new HOT Systems laptops are equipped with cutting-edge Intel® Core™ Ultra 9 200HX and AMD Ryzen™ 9000 HX processors, and feature NVIDIA RTX™ 5080 and 5090 GPUs powered by Blackwell architecture. To ensure optimal thermal management under heavy workloads, the laptops incorporate advanced cooling innovations, including heat-pipe systems, redesigned high-efficiency fans, and optional liquid cooling technology — enabling users to push the boundaries of performance without compromise. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of AEC professionals, digital content creators, data scientists, and other high-performance users, the laptops deliver exceptional speed, multithreaded processing power, and unparalleled graphics capabilities. 'With the continued rise of digital transformation and the demand for mobile yet powerful computing, HOT Systems represents a new class of professional workstations', said Walid Gomaa, CEO of Omnix. 'These laptops are not only precision-engineered for desktop-level performance on the go but also reflect our commitment to enabling professionals to achieve more, faster, and smarter'. Key Features Include: Up to 128GB DDR5 6400 MHz RAM and PCIe Gen 5 SSDs for lightning-fast data processing Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt™ 5, and Killer™ LAN for ultra-fast connectivity Native support for 6K resolution displays, ideal for high-end visualisation NVIDIA GPUs optimised for AI, AR/VR, complex computations, and intensive AEC workflows High refresh rates, visual fidelity designed, and true-to-life colour accuracy At the heart of the platform lies Omnix intellectual property Hardware Optimisation Technology (HOT), ensuring tight hardware-software integration and enhanced stability for industry-standard applications such as Autodesk, Adobe, Rhino, Lumion, Unity3D, Enscape, Dassault Systèmes, ArcGIS, Ansys, and more. Joseph John, Regional Sales Manager for HOT Systems at Omnix, added: 'With a keen focus on our customers' evolving demands and our commitment to staying ahead of the curve, we've engineered these laptops to address the evolving needs of professionals in the region. By prioritising compatibility, high performance, and reliability, we empower users to stay productive and innovation-driven—without being constrained by technical limitations'. Each HOT Systems laptop is backed by Omnix's renowned technical support team and includes a comprehensive 3-year warranty, reflecting the company's continued dedication to service excellence and customer satisfaction. Image Credit: Omnix International
Sydney Morning Herald
17 hours ago
- Politics
- Sydney Morning Herald
The Liberal Party has become a site for sore losers
The Liberals still don't get it if they want to throw money at trying to get a byelection in Bradfield ('Liberals push bosses to fund court challenge', July 2). The AEC is the most reputable and thorough election manager in the world, so what are the grounds to dispute the result, apart from sour grapes? Rather than make Gisele Kapterian look like a sore loser, get her ready for the next time in a winnable seat, if you can find one that is not already held or contested by one of your 'men of merit'. It has taken Labor 30 years to solve the same problem so you won't solve it in three years, and never solve it without quotas. You call yourselves the 'better economic managers' and the 'natural party of government' but right now, you just look like dumb, sore losers not even ready to be a credible Opposition in parliament. Peter Kamenyitzky, Castle Hill The Liberal Party would best be served by working out what it stands for, rather than trying to get a byelection in Bradfield via the Court of Disputed returns. Put another way – why would they risk another electoral defeat on their (yet to be reformed and reinvigorated) existing policies? They owe it to Australian democracy to become a credible opposition, to avoid the malaise of a one-party state. By the same token, the ALP has a once in a generation chance of embedding fair policies and legislation so that the conservatives would dare not repeal them in the future. Oh, for the likes of Robert Gordon Menzies, Ben Chifley and John Curtin to govern us all. Pasquale Vartuli, Wahroonga Another reason not to vote Liberal: they're sore losers. Are they hoping a court battle over one seat will distract the electorate from issues that do need attention and action? The wild weather this week is an unmissable reminder that our home planet is not happy with how we humans are treating it. Sharon Warner, North Turramurra Why? I would have thought the Liberals would be focused on developing a candidate and policy package that would recapture those voters who have left them (like me). Instead they seem to want to keep re-running the May 3 election, with senior members speaking against gender quotas and continuing to condemn Labor's energy policies. And now they are keen to have a byelection in Bradfield. Talk about a boy thing. My ego is bruised. I am not giving in. Michael McMullan, Avoca Beach This is the conservative way, from the Trump manual. Go to a court until you get the answer you want. Peter Bourke, Rockdale Good luck, Sussan Ley What self-respecting woman wishing to become an MP, even one of conservative bent, would want to join a Liberal Party in which the likes of Morrison, Abbott and Taylor wield influence (' Ley leads party that is anti-women ', July 2)? I admire Sussan Ley's political guts. Her story shows admirable aspects of character that enabled her to combat the sexual abuse she experienced and to get to the top of a menagerie of macho-macho men. I wish Sussan Ley well, yet I share Jenna Price's scepticism about how difficult it will be for her to alter or even modify ingrained attitudes of male prejudice, especially against talented women so capable of leadership roles. Ron Sinclair, Windradyne The wives and also many daughters of stalwart male Liberal Party members drifted away from the party some decades ago when they got sick of making suppers for male-dominated branch meetings and organising Miss Young Liberal balls. Sue Dyer, Downer (ACT) Safety in childcare Evidence increasingly points to serious flaws in staff management in perhaps many childcare centres (' Childcare abuse claims raise tough questions ', July 2). Yet again, we must ask whether safety considerations in childcare are so important that the risks are too great when profit is the primary motivation for owning and operating a childcare centre. The current government has taken giant steps to make childcare as affordable as possible, allowing parents to be gainfully employed. However, the substantial monetary support for the sector has created a 'honey pot', seemingly attracting individuals and corporations who may not be as diligent as required in recruitment, training and supervision of staff in their centres. Recruitment of quality carers is difficult due to low wages and there is a heavy reliance on casual staff, resulting in unstable work teams. To an outside observer, the fact that the accused worker in Melbourne worked for 20 centres over eight years seems to be a red flag. As the significant funder, the federal government needs to step in and strengthen the childcare sector so that no parent will have any doubts about their child's safety. Ross Butler, Rodd Point In addition to the trauma suffered by the families affected, who must be devastated, this will inflict damage on the whole childcare sector and those who trust and depend on it. I feel a special concern for young men who have found or aspire to a career in childcare, some of whom I know personally. I hope these criminal allegations will not be met with prejudice, stereotyping and assumptions to cast aspersions on the suitability of males to work in early childhood education and care. Meredith Williams, Baulkham Hills Trump v adults Well said, Graham Lum (Letters, July 2). His 'psychoanalysis' of Donald Trump is spot-on. In fact, I really can't understand why genuine leaders of the 'free world' persist in subjecting themselves to Trump's treachery and malevolence. I would love to see a situation where leaders of the world's major democracies send Trump 'to Coventry'; expel the US from NATO, cancel any treaties such as NAFTA and AUKUS, and announce that they will not be dictated to by Trump regarding their defence budgets. And on that subject, discontinue any defence purchases from the US. In short, treat Trump as persona non grata in world affairs. Let the adults run the show. Martyn Yeomans, Sapphire Beach It should be trivial for Australia to get an exemption from Trump's tariffs. All we have to do is to threaten to evict American troops from Darwin. If that's not enough, add Pine Gap. That's the kind of deal that he respects. Robert Fabian, Leichhardt Commonsense ruling Perpetuating 'age-old tropes against Jewish people', Wissam Haddad's (' Preacher's lectures ruled to be racist ', July 2) lectures being ruled as racist by the federal court would readily resonate with broader multicultural Australia. It is reasonable to argue that hate speech breeds fear; and that fear is a big impediment to harmony and peace. This is a commonsense win against hate speeches and intolerance, which are contrary to the notion of striving to live together peacefully in modern Australia. Hats off to the court decision that is firmly in line with the majority, and reasonable, public opinion. Steve Ngeow, Chatswood In climate war, we know the drill How many catastrophic weather events will it take to jolt politicians into saving our planet (‴ Bomb cyclone' set to intensify, 5m people told to take shelter ', July 2)? The latest list of unseasonal and catastrophic weather reports would presumably include the 'vigorous coastal low' stretching from the Mid-North Coast to the Illawarra, the long-running toxic algal bloom killing many marine species at South Australian beaches (both events attributed to sea temperatures about 2.5 degrees warmer than usual), as well as Europe's first wildfires and lethal heatwaves of the northern summer. Inconvenient as it is, the impact of climate change is now with us every day, in every corner of the globe. Can Prime Minister Albanese please assure us that, with all the political hot air that's happening about Australia's defence expenditure, his government is still committed to the war that is happening right now, namely the war against climate change? And that, notwithstanding the government's inexplicable approval for a 45-year expansion of the North West shelf gas project – and the current review into gas market regulations – will he really deliver the promised transition to renewables, which contributed in no small way to Labor's landslide election victory in May? Rob Firth, Red Hill (ACT) In cutting off the Australian access to satellite data on Antarctic sea ice, Trump has gone one better than shoot the messenger. It's now don't let them have a message. More seriously, this is part of a pattern of covering up the science on climate change to support the 'Drill, baby, drill' rhetoric. Steve Bright, North Avoca I certainly do not consider myself a conspiracy theorist, but I speculate that two items have a sinister link. Trump's cutting crucial satellite data, reflecting the scale of global warming, is a predictable ploy, thereby legitimising his climate change denial. However, the reported mysterious disappearance of a satellite that monitors the highly effective greenhouse gas, methane, is simply too coincidental. Responding to Trump's 'Drill, baby, drill' imperative, oil and gas drillers will inevitably, in the process, produce considerable quantities of methane. To obfuscate this pesky problem, simply initiate the disappearance of the monitoring satellite! Roger Epps, Armidale Trump seems determined that his ignorance should be enforced on the rest of the world. The only upside of his satellite decision is that Mar-a-Lago is only one metre above sea-level. Ross Hudson, Mount Martha (Vic) Why, other than out of spite? What is the point of the satellites being there if not for scientific research? It's not as if they need to be reserved solely for defence purposes. Defence of what? Are they needed to monitor enemy bases in Antarctica? Presumably, somebody at the Pentagon has worked out the cost of providing this data to scientists. Has anybody worked out the cost of not providing this data? David Rush, Lawson Work-AI balance Your correspondent (Letters, July 2) suggests that one of the upsides to AI may be reduced working hours for the workforce. This attractive idea has always been put forward as a potential positive outcome for adopting the latest technology. Unfortunately, in the real world, reduced working hours also tend to mean reduced wages, unless our generous and enlightened employers are happy to keep paying the same salaries to the workers. A wonderful idea, but probably utopian. Rob Phillips, North Epping Worthy gambits A correspondent recommended chess as a hobby (Letters, July 2). Given its feats in the Indian village of Marottichal, chess does indeed have masterful capacity to transform people's lives. In the 1980s, a returning former resident disrupted the village's malaise, born of communal alcohol and gambling addiction, by introducing chess. With those problems now banished, some 4500 people, or 75 per cent of its residents, including children, are proficient and passionate players. Blind resident Gowrishankar Jayaraj, a teenager who visualises the board from verbal commentary, is an emerging national prodigy, sweeping towards the realm of grandmasters. Marottichal is now known as the 'Chess Village of India'. What other pastime brings such extraordinary provenance, and is said to have belonged to all civilisations on earth, from the Chinese to the Etruscans, Persians, Egyptians and beyond to modernity? Barbara Chapman, South Yarra (Vic) Parkrun, a free, safe hobby, is available to all, every Saturday, around the world. You don't need to be a runner; walkers are very welcome. You can't come last (there's a volunteer 'tailwalker'), and the vibe is friendly. Andrew McDonald, Menangle Seriously? You're just not trying if you can't find a cheap hobby. A ukulele or a harmonica only will cost about $40. Kenneth Smith, Orange Bell ringing? Now there's an interesting hobby. Just curious, though, could you actually ring out AC/DC's Highway to Hell over the rooftops? John Swanton, Coogee Your correspondent enumerated the joys of bell ringing but omitted its major downside. One becomes known as a campanologist. Rob Clifton-Steele, Chatswood Pen is mightier Your correspondent's (Letters, July 1) frustration in dealing with automatic, multi-choice telephone answering systems is shared by anyone who has ever had to deal with any kind of bureaucracy, government or business. One simple solution, at least in non-urgent situations, is to revert to pen and paper. Write a brief letter (to the CEO or department head if you're really upset). Nine times out of 10 you'll get action. Phil Rodwell, Redfern Centre holds The Coalition has yet to realise that Bob Hawke positioned Labor firmly as centre right – think privatisation of Qantas and Telecom, removal of protective tariffs and floating the dollar (Letters, July 2). Long term, Labor is probably more vulnerable on its left than its right. Michael Britt, MacMasters Beach
Channel Post MEA
20 hours ago
- Business
- Channel Post MEA
Omnix International Launches HOT Systems Laptops for Creative and Technical Professionals
Omnix International today announced the official launch of its revolutionary HOT Systems professional laptops — the first 18 x 16-inch ultra-high performance models purpose-built for creative and technical professionals in the Middle East. Engineered for power, precision, and performance, the new HOT Systems laptops are equipped with cutting-edge Intel Core Ultra 9 200HX and AMD Ryzen 9000 HX processors, and feature NVIDIA RTX 5080 and 5090 GPUs powered by Blackwell architecture. To ensure optimal thermal management under heavy workloads, the laptops incorporate advanced cooling innovations, including heat-pipe systems, redesigned high-efficiency fans, and optional liquid cooling technology — enabling users to push the boundaries of performance without compromise. Designed to meet the rigorous demands of AEC professionals, digital content creators, data scientists, and other high-performance users, the laptops deliver exceptional speed, multithreaded processing power, and unparalleled graphics capabilities. 'With the continued rise of digital transformation and the demand for mobile yet powerful computing, HOT Systems represents a new class of professional workstations,' said Walid Gomaa, CEO of Omnix. 'These laptops are not only precision-engineered for desktop-level performance on the go but also reflect our commitment to enabling professionals to achieve more, faster, and smarter.' Key Features Include: Up to 128GB DDR5 6400 MHz RAM and PCIe Gen 5 SSDs for lightning-fast data processing Wi-Fi 7, Thunderbolt 5, and Killer LAN for ultra-fast connectivity Native support for 6K resolution displays, ideal for high-end visualization NVIDIA GPUs optimized for AI, AR/VR, complex computations, and intensive AEC workflows High refresh rates, visual fidelity designed, and true-to-life color accuracy At the heart of the platform lies Omnix intellectual property Hardware Optimization Technology (HOT), ensuring tight hardware-software integration and enhnaced stability for industry-standard applications such as Autodesk, Adobe, Rhino, Lumion, Unity3D, Enscape, Dassault Systèmes, ArcGIS, Ansys, and more. Joseph John, Regional Sales Manager for HOT Systems at Omnix, added: 'With a keen focus on our customers' evolving demands and our commitment to staying ahead of the curve, we've engineered these laptops to address the evolving needs of professionals in the region. By prioritizing compatibility, high performance, and reliability, we empower users to stay productive and innovation-driven—without being constrained by technical limitations.' Each HOT Systems laptop is backed by Omnix's renowned technical support team and includes a comprehensive 3-year warranty, reflecting the company's continued dedication to service excellence and customer satisfaction.
Zawya
2 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
Afreximbank Appoints Dr. George Elombi as President in Strategic Move for African Energy Trade
The shareholders of multilateral financial institution the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) have appointed Dr. George Elombi as President and Chairman of the Board of Directors. Dr. Elombi succeeds Professor Benedict Oramah to become the fourth president since the bank's establishment in 1993. The move signals a strategic shift for the institution as it strives to become a $250 billion bank in the next 10 years. As the voice of the African energy sector, the African Energy Chamber (AEC) congratulates Dr. Elombi on his appointment as President and Chair. In this capacity, Dr. Elombi is poised to play an instrumental part in leading the bank's long-term objectives. At a time when Africa is seeking to alleviate energy poverty, enhance industrialization and accelerate low-term and sustainable development, institutions such as Afreximbank play a vital role in financing African energy projects and trade efforts. Under the leadership of Dr. Elombi, Afreximbank is well-positioned to play an even greater role in transforming Africa's energy industry. Over the years, Dr. Elombi has held various positions at Afreximbank, including Chair of the Emergency Response Committee – where he mobilized over $2 billion for vaccine acquisition and deployment across Africa and the Caribbean – and head of the Equity Mobilization and Investor Relations department. In this position, he supported the bank as it increased its total ordinary equity to $3.6 billion as of April 2025. Looking ahead, Dr. Elombi has committed to ensuring Afreximbank serves as a force for industrializing Africa and regaining the dignity of Africans wherever they are. He has vowed to not only preserving Afreximbank as a valuable and strategic asset in Africa, but to realize the shareholders' goal of establishing the bank as a $250 billion financial institution within the next ten years. This will have a significant impact on Africa's energy sector, offering a vital source of financing for a variety of impactful energy projects – from upstream oil and gas to downstream infrastructure to power, technology, trade and development. 'Afreximbank is embarking on a new chapter with the appointment of Dr. Elombi as President and Chairman of the Board of Directors. This chapter is expected to be marked by growth and transformation as Dr. Elombi works to realize the goals set out by the Afreximbank shareholders. Afreximbank has a critical role to play in Africa – from financing major projects to supporting regional trade initiatives to coordinating between global and African partners. The AEC commends Dr. Elombi on his appointment and looks forward to working with him to unlock the full potential of Africa's energy resources,' states NJ Ayuk, Executive Chairman of the AEC. Dr. Elombi will assume the position in September 2025, taking over from Professor Oramah who has held the role since 2015. Under Oramah's leadership, Afreximbank strengthened its institutional and financial capacity through the introduction of innovative financing mechanisms and involvement in multi-faceted projects. Major milestones included the launch of the African Energy Bank in collaboration with the African Petroleum Producers Organization. The bank uniquely mobilizes financing to support investments across Africa's entire energy spectrum in line with the continent's energy needs and environmental sustainability targets. The bank has an initial share capital of $5 billion and is on the precipice of being launched. The bank also increased its portfolio of project and trade financing in Africa, further strengthening its position as a major financier across the continent. By 2026, the bank is on track to double its intra-African trade financing from $20 billion in 2021 to $40 billion in 2026. The funding is expected to support infrastructure development under the broader African Continental Free Trade Agreement. 'Professor Oramah has played an instrumental role in Africa's energy sector, with his relentless pursuit of development unlocking greater benefits for the energy and trade industries. Over the past 10 years, he has not only strengthened Afreximbank's role as an African financier but laid a strong foundation for future growth and development. His legacy is one defined by innovation and vision,' adds Ayuk. Distributed by APO Group on behalf of African Energy Chamber.
Yahoo
25-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Eagle Point Software and Bluebeam Form Training Integration Partnership to Deliver Educational Content Through Pinnacle Series
DUBUQUE, Iowa, June 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Eagle Point Software and Bluebeam, a leading developer of solutions and services for architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) professionals worldwide, announced a training integration partnership which will feature Bluebeam training content through Eagle Point Software's Pinnacle Series learning platform. This ensures users receive accurate, up-to-date, and high-quality instruction created by Bluebeam. Pinnacle Series has been key in training for organizations in the AEC industries – assisting employees from onboarding to upskilling. Organizations in the AEC industry rely on Bluebeam to streamline collaboration and enhance digital workflows across design and construction projects. With Bluebeam-authored content now available in Pinnacle Series, organizations can accelerate onboarding, improve accuracy, and stay current on updates from day one. "Our partnership with Bluebeam is a win for our customers, expanding access to learning for a key technology in their tech stack," said Steve Biver, COO of Eagle Point Software. "We're excited to see leading AEC technology providers like Bluebeam recognize Pinnacle Series as the premier LMS for the industry. By delivering their content through our centralized platform, they're helping to make training more accessible, impactful, and efficient for users. This collaboration is an important step toward our goal of becoming the go-to hub for all technology learning across the AEC space. We look forward to building on this partnership with Bluebeam as we work together to advance technology adoption and empower professionals within the industry." "Our collaboration with Eagle Point Software marks an exciting step forward in how we deliver accessible, high-quality learning experiences," said Sean Andrews, Vice President of Customer Delight at Bluebeam. "By combining Bluebeam's premier educational content with Eagle Point's extensive reach in the AEC industry, we're meeting customers where they learn. This partnership helps users onboard quickly, build confidence in Bluebeam, and drive greater productivity. Bluebeam and Pinnacle Series users can expect new content soon. For more information on Bluebeam training, visit the Eagle Point Software website or contact your current software reseller. About Eagle Point Pinnacle Series creator Eagle Point Software has helped AEC and manufacturing companies work more efficiently since 1983. Based in Dubuque, Iowa, the Pinnacle Series team is comprised of industry experts who deliver the leading development and productivity platform to more than 1,000,000 global users. Pinnacle Series offers a robust library of on-demand software training content, plus knowledge capture and sharing capabilities that ultimately increase efficiency. +1 563.556.8392 About Bluebeam Bluebeam is the leading provider of digital productivity and collaboration solutions for industries that design and build our world. Since 2002, Bluebeam has made desktop, mobile and cloud-based solutions for paperless workflows that improve project communication and streamline processes across the entire project lifecycle. Trusted by over 3 million users in more than 160 countries, Bluebeam's solutions empower professionals to make their mark, adapt to change, and deliver projects successfully. Headquartered in Pasadena, CA, Bluebeam has offices globally and is part of the Nemetschek Group. View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Eagle Point Software
