Author: Isla

A lackluster earnings announcement from Vraj Iron and Steel Limited (NSE:VRAJ) last week didn’t sink the stock price. Our analysis suggests that along with soft profit numbers, investors should be aware of some other underlying weaknesses in the numbers. AI is about to change healthcare. These 20 stocks are working on everything from early diagnostics to drug discovery. The best part – they are all under $10bn in marketcap – there is still time to get in early.NSEI:VRAJ Earnings and Revenue History June 5th 2026 Examining Cashflow Against Vraj Iron and Steel’s Earnings In high finance, the key ratio used…

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UAE residents can now enjoy a bet on the World Cup thanks to the launch of Play971’s sports betting platform – the only one licensed in the region. Owned by Abu Dhabi-based Coin Technology Projects LLC, the Play971 platform became the first B2C iGaming and sports wagering offer in the UAE back in November last year, when it was granted a licence from the General Commercial Gaming Regulatory Authority (GCGRA). After a period of testing and soft launching of its features, Play971 has now officially rolled out its betting proposition for UAE-based customers, while still remaining the only licensed provider…

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Baidu plans to list its semiconductor unit, Kunlunxin Technology, in Hong Kong through an IPO. The transaction would separate Baidu’s AI chip operations into a publicly traded company. The IPO is intended to attract additional capital and specialist talent to support AI driven growth. Baidu, traded as NasdaqGS:BIDU, is pushing deeper into AI infrastructure by preparing Kunlunxin for a separate Hong Kong listing. With the Baidu share price at $134.8 and a 1 year return of 57.0%, the stock has recently delivered a strong gain for investors, although performance over 5 years is down 29.1%. The move to list Kunlunxin…

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At 1911 Bar, historic glassware and contemporary mixology come together beneath Art Deco-inspired interiors (Photo Credit: 1911 Bar) There is a distinct moment when you cross the threshold of 1911 Bar at The Imperial New Delhi, where the chaotic buzz of the modern capital fades away. It is replaced by the classic, golden-lit energy of a Bar Américaine straight out of a jazz-age dream. Framed by plush Montana leather seating, a striking lozenge-shaped marble counter, and original wall lithographs, the space feels like a portal to the opulent days of “The Great Indian Gatsby.” It is fitting, then, that the…

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A money lender counts Indian rupee currency notes at his shop in Ahmedabad, India.Amit Dave | ReutersIndia is doubling down on measures aimed at attracting foreign portfolio investments, as capital outflows hit a record high. The government on Friday announced that it has exempted foreign investors and ​the Bank for International Settlements — a global financial institution owned by central banks— from income tax on any interest or capital gains. The exemption will take effect from ​April 1, 2026, ​as per the government’s release.Foreign investors face 12.5% long-term capital gains tax on listed ​shares and bonds held for more than…

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Dubai’s food scene has officially entered its “carbs fix everything” era again. For the next three weeks, Dubai’s Naughty Pizza and Caia are teaming up for a limited-edition menu that honestly sounds like somebody ignored all self-control and simply said yes to everything. Pizza, fried pasta, tiramisu, truffle honey, coffee desserts, it’s all happening at once. Dubai’s Favourite Pizza And Dessert Spots Just Created A Dangerous Collab The collaboration runs from 6 to 27 June at Caia Café & Restaurant on Al Wasl Road, bringing together Naughty Pizza’s loud, comfort-heavy Italian food with Caia’s very polished dessert-and-coffee energy. Some of…

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Honor recently said that 1 out of 3 foldable phones sold in Malaysia belongs to its brand. With an extremely high level of durability, impressive camera shifts, and top-notch specifications, the Magic folding handsets are dominating many markets. On June 4, Honor launched the Magic V6 folding phone in Malaysia after a 3-month wait. Following the event, the company’s Global Chief Marketing Officer, Guan Haitao, shared a message on Weibo, congratulating the brand on the release. The message says: “Congratulations on the successful launch of the foldable screen in Malaysia tonight! In the Malaysian market, one in three foldable screens…

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Healthcare organizations (HCO) must embrace AI-powered tools to spot and contain threats faster, or continue to risk potentially fatal consequences for patients, experts have warned. Speaking at Infosecurity Europe on June 4, Cyber Salus CEO, Sher Baig, said HCOs across the globe face the same threats and operational constraints. Legacy infrastructure, hyper-connectivity and human fatigue are fomenting a perfect storm of risk, he argued. In rare cases, breaches can lead to patient fatalities. “If there was ever an industry where the potential harm bad actors can do is directly correlated to human impact, it’s healthcare,” Baig told attendees. The sector…

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Igloo, Singapore-based insurtech company, today announced Tuesday a strategic partnership with Chubb Life Insurance Vietnam Company Limited and PT Chubb Life Insurance Indonesia (Chubb Life), to distribute insurance solutions across Vietnam and Indonesia through Ignite by Igloo, its insurance sales intermediary platform and network. Igloo said in a statement that this partnership marks Igloo’s expansion from its predominantly general insurance portfolio into the life insurance segment, aligning with the company’s strategy to diversify into life and health product categories and deepen its role in closing the protection gap in Southeast Asia. It is noted that Ignite by Igloo currently operates…

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