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Time Business News
30-06-2025
- Business
- Time Business News
Why Enterprise Mobility Matters in Business
Today, digital transformation has greatly altered workforce culture, taking employees out from behind their office desks. Mobility devices are all too common in this new business scenario, with increasingly growing fleets of smartphones, tablets, laptops, and wearables vying for equally increasing attention. Such changes necessitate Enterprise Mobility Management if organizations are to remain in control of their landscape, productivity, and security. ConnectUs, with its comprehensive and enterprise-ready managed mobility services, enhances operational efficiency and offers simplified device management to any company looking for a scalable and secure mobility solution. Enterprise mobility management deals with the framework, tools, and processes required to manage and secure mobile devices, applications, and data in a business environment. EMM allows the IT department to apply policy, monitor usage, and protect sensitive company information in both corporate and BYOD environments. Mobile Device Management (MDM) Mobile Application Management (MAM) Identity and Access Management (IAM) Content and Data Protection With a good EMM structure, companies can effectively streamline mobile operations and associated risks and create smooth digital experiences for their employees. Mobile has been the new norm, and with it, organizations are under increasing pressure to support their mobile workers without compromising security. With convenience, challenges comes: data breaches, unauthorized access losses, and theft. That is where Enterprise Mobility Management (EMM) really shines. EMM solutions can enable an enterprise to: Keep track of and manage all mobile devices from a centralized console Push security patches and update device wipe settings during any given time Manage access to corporate networks and applications Keep track of device operations, inventory, and compliance Companies with no proper mobility management systems are more prone to cyberattacks and efficiency troubles when handling sensitive data across distributed teams. Companies without a defined mobility structure are vulnerable to cyberattacks and can be inefficient, especially when working on sensitive data in distributed teams. ConnectUs is a leader in customized managed mobility solutions catering to the entire range of challenges found in enterprise mobility. Their Enterprise Mobility Management solutions do more than just track devices—they put groundwork, support, and strategy behind empowering the mobile workforce. Device Procurement and Deployment – Handling first procurement, staging, and rollout Handling first procurement, staging, and rollout Lifecycle Management – Taking care of devices from activation to retirement Taking care of devices from activation to retirement Helpdesk and Technical Support 24/7 – Ensuring that your teams remain connected in and around the clock Ensuring that your teams remain connected in and around the clock Security and Compliance Management – Maintaining all-around security and compliance, ensuring data privacy and industry standards Maintaining all-around security and compliance, ensuring data privacy and industry standards Custom Kitting and Configuration – Setting up every device tailored to your working style ConnectUs is a reputable partner overseeing their entire mobility ecosystem with precision and care. Working with a service provider such as ConnectUs truly expedites businesses through a number of advantages, including: Security Enhancements – Implementation of encryption, authentication, and remote wipe Implementation of encryption, authentication, and remote wipe Cost Improvement – Optimization of device utilization and reduction in downtime through proactive support Optimization of device utilization and reduction in downtime through proactive support Productivity Enhancement – Enable employees with secure access to business apps and data at any time and from any place Enable employees with secure access to business apps and data at any time and from any place Simplified IT Management – Offload mobile support so that internal IT resources can be freed up Offload mobile support so that internal IT resources can be freed up Compliance Enhancement – Guarantee compliance against regulatory standards such as HIPAA, GDPR, and SOC 2 From the coordination of small teams to the running of mobile workforce on a global scale, ConnectUs enables you always to be agile and secure in the mobile-first world. Enterprise Mobility Management is no longer a matter of choice but a must-have in the current business scenario. When you employ the right EMM solution, your organization could unleash the true potential of mobility without any compromises in control or compliance. Explore ConnectUs today and learn about the managed mobility services ready for enterprises that are transforming businesses. TIME BUSINESS NEWS
Arab Times
26-06-2025
- Health
- Arab Times
Emm-negative: A new blood type found in only one person
PARIS, France, June 26: What began as a routine lab test at a Paris hospital turned into a scientific milestone. A lab technician, expecting a standard blood cross-match, instead witnessed every test tube clotting in unusual shades of mauve. None of the common blood types — A, B, AB, O — or even rare Rh variants matched. With no answers, the hospital escalated the case to specialists. Fourteen years later, that mysterious sample has redefined medical understanding. In June 2025, the International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT) officially recognized the world's 48th human blood group system: Emm-negative. Informally referred to as 'Gwada negative,' after the Guadeloupean heritage of the only known individual with this blood type, the classification is unique. As French biologist Thierry Peyrard noted, 'She is the only person on the planet compatible with herself.' The discovery dates back to 2011, when a 54-year-old woman underwent routine pre-operative screening. An unidentified antibody in her blood puzzled doctors. At the time, without the advanced genetic tools available today, the case was archived. Nearly a decade later, next-generation DNA sequencing uncovered a previously unknown mutation affecting the gene responsible for producing the EMM antigen, a molecule present on almost all human red blood cells. The absence of this high-incidence antigen posed a significant challenge in transfusion medicine. Confirming the rarity and clinical implications of this finding required six additional years of peer-reviewed research. In June 2025, ISBT delegates in Milan unanimously agreed to classify Emm as a new and independent blood group system, now officially known as ISBT042. Most people recognize their blood type by its ABO classification and Rh factor—positive or negative. However, red blood cells are adorned with dozens of other markers, or antigens, made from proteins, lipids, or sugars. The ISBT categorizes these into blood group systems, including the well-known Rh system and lesser-known groups like Vel. The EMM antigen is considered a high-frequency antigen, meaning more than 99.99% of the global population has it. When this antigen is absent, as in the case of the Paris patient, the immune system may react aggressively to donor blood, potentially causing life-threatening hemolytic shock. For the patient, this rare blood type means extreme caution. Any transfusion must be precisely matched to avoid immune complications. Her only option is autologous donation—banking her own blood ahead of planned medical procedures. This mirrors the situation for people with the Bombay blood group, another ultra-rare type first identified in 1952. While Bombay patients can sometimes find compatible donors globally, no such network yet exists for Emm-negative individuals. The breakthrough came with next-generation sequencing, which allowed researchers to identify the exact gene deletion responsible for the missing EMM antigen. This technology, combined with expansive DNA databases, is rapidly accelerating the discovery of rare blood types—at least five new systems have been classified since 2012. Rare blood types present serious logistical challenges. In the U.S., a unit of red blood cells typically costs around $225, excluding testing. For rare units, especially those deep-frozen for long-term storage, costs can soar to ten times that amount. Emergency situations involving rare blood types can incur thousands more in international shipping and delays that jeopardize lives. The American Rare Donor Program already tracks about 100,000 individuals with uncommon antigen profiles. The addition of Emm-negative highlights the need for further expansion. In response, French researchers have begun screening archived blood samples from Caribbean populations, hoping to identify additional Emm-negative donors. Even a small donor pool could provide essential reserves for future transfusion needs and emergencies. In the long term, scientists are exploring lab-grown red blood cells made from stem cells engineered to match rare antigen profiles. Clinical trials are underway, with hopes of broader application within the next decade. For now, the Paris woman who helped reveal the Emm-negative blood group continues her daily life — marked by a routine existence, yet with an extraordinary and singular designation on her medical record.
The Hindu
22-06-2025
- Health
- The Hindu
All you need to know about : Gwada negative
In a groundbreaking announcement, France's national blood agency, the Établissement Français du Sang or French Blood Establishment (EFS), has identified a completely new blood group system, now officially recognised by the International Society of Blood Transfusion (ISBT). Named EMM-negative and colloquially dubbed 'Gwada negative' in reference to the Guadeloupean origin of the woman who carries it, this blood type is unlike any other. As of June 2025, only one person in the world is known to possess this blood type, making it the rarest ever recorded. What is Gwada Negative? Gwada negative is the informal name given to the newly classified EMM-negative blood group system, officially registered by ISBT as ISBT042. It is defined by the absence of the EMM antigen, which is normally found on red blood cells and is considered a high-incidence antigen. High-incidence antigens are present in nearly all humans, so the lack of one, as in this case, is extremely rare and medically significant. According to the ISBT, for a blood group to be considered a new system, it must fulfill several criteria: it should be genetically determined, inherited, identifiable via serological or molecular techniques, and have an associated antibody -- criteria that EMM-negative meets. The identification of the EMM-negative blood type adds to the previously known 47 blood group systems, making it the 48th globally recognised system in transfusion science. How was it discovered and by whom? The story began back in 2011, when a 54-year-old woman from Guadeloupe, who was living in Paris, underwent routine blood tests before surgery. During testing, scientists noticed an antibody that could not be identified by known blood group systems. At the time, the technology needed to analyse the anomaly wasn't fully developed. According to Thierry Peyrard, a medical biologist with the EFS who led the research, it wasn't until 2019 that researchers used high-throughput DNA sequencing -- also known as next-generation sequencing (NGS), a technology that enables the rapid sequencing of vast amounts of DNA or RNA in parallel, significantly increasing speed and efficiency compared to traditional methods -- to uncover the unique genetic mutation responsible for the absence of the EMM antigen. Their research was conducted over many years and after thorough validation and peer review, the ISBT officially recognised the discovery in June 2025 during its meeting in Milan. The woman's blood was found to possess a completely new serologic profile, confirming a novel and rare blood group system. Who has it and why is it so rare? As of now, the woman from Guadeloupe is the only known person in the world to possess this blood type. Her case is especially unique because she inherited the mutated gene from both her mother and her father, each of whom likely carried a single copy of the rare gene variant. This dual inheritance led to a complete lack of the EMM antigen in her red blood cells. According to Dr. Peyrard, this woman is 'compatible only with herself,' meaning that no currently identified donor could safely give her blood in the event of a transfusion. The rarity of her case is due to the extremely high prevalence of the EMM antigen in the human population; nearly everyone has it. When a person lacks such a high-frequency antigen, it places them in an extremely rare blood group category. Scientists now hope to identify others who might share the same genetic variant to better support patients with similar needs in the future. Why does it matter clinically? The discovery of Gwada negative is far more than a scientific curiosity -- it has important implications for transfusion medicine. Individuals who lack common red blood cell antigens like EMM can produce alloantibodies (antibodies produced by an individual in response to foreign antigens from another individual of the same species) against them. If such individuals receive blood containing the antigen they lack, their immune system may recognise it as foreign, potentially leading to dangerous transfusion reactions, including hemolysis --premature destruction or breakdown of red blood cells. In this patient's case, no donor blood containing the EMM antigen would be safe. According to the EFS and transfusion specialists, recognising rare blood groups like this one is crucial for ensuring safe transfusions and for guiding blood banks in identifying, cataloging, and preserving rare blood units. It also highlights the importance of building and maintaining international rare blood donor registries that can provide lifesaving support in critical situations. Specialists hightlight that the formal recognition of the EMM-negative, or 'Gwada negative,' blood type represents a critical advancement in haematology and transfusion medicine. This rare blood type broadens the scientific understanding of human immunohematological diversity and highlights the essential role of advanced genetic screening in ensuring safe and accurate blood matching, particularly in complex clinical and emergency settings.
Broadcast Pro
23-05-2025
- Business
- Broadcast Pro
UAE Space Agency concludes participation at Make it in the Emirates 2025
During the forum, the Agency reviewed its key projects, namely the Space Economic Zones Programme. The UAE Space Agency concluded its participation in the Make it in the Emirates event, which was held at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi, from May 19 to 22. The event was hosted by the Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology and organised by the ADNEC Group in cooperation with the Ministry of Culture, the Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and ADNOC. Participating alongside more than 500 exhibiting companies from 12 key sectors, as well as leading government officials, industry pioneers, global investors, and technology innovators, the Agency reviewed its strategic achievements and pioneering projects that highlight its vital role in advancing the national space economy and enhancing the UAEs global competitiveness in scientific research, advanced technologies, and space exploration. In addition, the Agency explored opportunities to strengthen collaboration, exchange expertise, and expand strategic partnerships with both local and international participants. His Excellency Salem Butti Al Qubaisi, Director-General of UAE Space Agency, said: 'This event presents a strategic opportunity to highlight the UAEs achievements in the space sector and to broaden partnerships between space and industrial entities, within a unified national framework that supports localisation, empowers Emirati talent, and accelerates the transfer of knowledge and advanced technologies.' Al Qubaisi added: 'Through our participation, we aim to highlight the Agency's efforts in transforming space innovation into a tangible development driver, supporting the nation's vision for building a sustainable economy and enhancing its global competitiveness.' The UAE Space Agency team introduced visitors to the Space Economic Zones Programme, which aims to create an attractive and integrated business environment that meets local and global needs. The team highlighted the programmes role in supporting startups, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and enhancing the competitiveness of companies operating in the national space economy. They also showcased the major economic incentives and initiatives offered by the program. Participating with the UAE Space Agencys from the Space Economic Zones were Four Earth Intelligence Environmental Consulting LLC, QuantCube Technology, AlienSense, Third Body Dynamics, and Madari Space. The UAE Space Agency also showcased the Emirates Mars Mission (EMM) with a full-scale model of the Hope Probe, highlighting how it embodies the UAE leadership's vision of building a future based on knowledge and innovation. The project was developed by local talents in collaboration with international partners and contained several components developed by Emirati engineers. Since its arrival at Mars, the Hope Probe has produced several terabytes of data, distributed via the Science Data Center, that provide a unique view of the Martian Atmosphere. The data from EMM has resulted in numerous contributions to the global scientific community, publishing nearly 40 research papers in prestigious international scientific journals. On the sidelines of the event, Al Qubaisi joined a panel discussion titled Advanced Technologies and Space Manufacturing: New Horizons for the UAE's Industrial Ecosystem. The panel discussed leveraging advanced technology and space manufacturing to reshape global supply chains and achieve quantum leaps in medicine, energy, and communications. The session also addressed challenges in infrastructure, investment, and capacity building, as well as the importance of integrating the space sector and advanced manufacturing to drive economic growth and scientific innovation. The UAE Space Agency's participation in Make it in the Emirates forum reflects its unwavering commitment to supporting the national drive to localise advanced industries, most notably space industries. Through its participation, the Agency seeks to foster cooperation with local and international partners and highlight promising investment opportunities in the space sector. This contributes to empowering the private sector, driving innovation, and expanding the space economy's contribution to the UAEs non-oil GDP.
Tahawul Tech
10-02-2025
- Business
- Tahawul Tech
Zebra Technologies unveils new android-powered kiosk system
Zebra Technologies' foray into the next generation provides insights into the system's distinct Android-based platform, broad customization capabilities, and advantages for resellers, explaining its competitive differentiation within the market. Q: What is the Zebra Kiosk System? It's a unified, flexible and easy to use kiosk solution. Resellers can configure the kiosk with a range of Zebra or third-party accessories, allowing them to adapt the solution to different customer needs. Q: What's different about it? The biggest differentiator is that it runs on the familiar Android platform. Android offers unique advantages that Windows cannot. It's also therefore easier to develop on as there are more developers familiar with Java than with C or C++. If we look at Contactless Payment, developers can utilize their certified Android SoftPOS applications not only on our mobile handsets but also the KC50 with its integrated NFC and Apple VAS support. These common platform features make Android a more flexible and powerful platform for kiosk systems. Q: What are the key benefits? The main benefit is that our customers will be able to manage our kiosks through the same platform they use to run on our mobile computers and tablets. The Android platform offered from Zebra is an ecosystem well-known to our partners, which on top of the flexibility offered by the standard Android environment, adds several enterprise-ready tools aimed at boosting business productivity and making device management easier to handle. Plus, we will make available new Zebra content management tools dedicated to our kiosks, intended to manage the upload and the planning of showing media content on different devices. Another key differentiator with Zebra's KC50 is that our Android platform gets regular operating system upgrades, using our industry-leading Lifeguard process, ensuring the device remains OS secure and functional for the customers.' Q: What about third-party software? Third-party software is crucial, especially for businesses managing multiple devices. Tools like EMM (Enterprise Mobility Management) and MDM (Mobile Device Management) allow for cross-estate management, enabling businesses to update and maintain several devices simultaneously for operational efficiency. Our platform is supported by the majority of modern EMM platforms on the market, making it easy for customers to manage a range of devices, including kiosks, tablets, and mobile computers. Whether your customers manage a small store or a large fleet of devices, the Zebra Kiosk System offers a future-proof solution that's designed to simplify operations and enhance user experience. Visit the Zebra Partner Gateway to access your demo offer Introductory Demo Offer is only applicable for Zebra PartnerConnect members. More information can be found here or please talk to your preferred Zebra distributor.
