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Fibre2Fashion
15 hours ago
- Business
- Fibre2Fashion
Italy's coat exports fall below $1 billion in January-March 2025
Insights Italy's coat exports fell * * . * * per cent to $ * * * . * * * million in Q * * * * * , slipping below the $ * billion mark for the first time in years. . per cent to $ . million in Q , slipping below the $ billion mark for the first time in years. Total apparel exports dropped * * . * * per cent to $ * . * * billion. . per cent to $ . billion. Trousers, jerseys, shirts, and T-shirts also saw sharp declines. Europe remained the top regional market, while the US led as the top individual country buyer. To read the full story, become a PRIME member today. All Corporate Members and TexPro Subscribers are eligible to access F2F PRIME CONTENT using the same login credentials. Latest News Insights Latest News Insights Exclusive Industry Articles & Features Exclusive Industry Articles & Features Detailed Article Analytics & Insights Digital Edition of Fibre2Fashion Magazine Digital Edition of Fibre2Fashion Magazine Get notified in your mailbox
Mid East Info
5 days ago
- Business
- Mid East Info
Eureka! GCC 4th Edition Announces Competition Lineup: 30 Semi-Finalists to Shape the Future of Entrepreneurship
Eureka! GCC 4th Edition Announces Competition Lineup: 30 Semi-Finalists to Shape the Future of Entrepreneurship 300+ startup registrations lead to selection of Top 30 semi-finalists in 4th edition of Eureka! GCC • Finalists to compete for prizes worth $100,000 at Grand Finale, 28-29 May 2025, Al Habtoor City Hotel Collection, Dubai 26th May 2025, Dubai (UAE) – Eureka! GCC , Asia's leading business model competition, returns to Dubai this year with a bigger platform and broader ambitions to champion the Gulf's most promising startup ventures. Now in its 4th edition, Eureka! GCC is being held under the patronage and in the presence of H.E. Sheikh Nahyan bin Mabarak Al Nahyan, Minister of Tolerance & Coexistence, and with the attendance of H.E. Sunjay Sudhir, Ambassador of India to the UAE, further underscoring the platform's regional and diplomatic significance. Since its inaugural edition, Eureka! GCC has evolved steadily into a transformative force for early-stage businesses, fostering entrepreneurial growth and community-driven innovation across the region. The competition has drawn over 300 registrations from across the GCC and beyond, reflecting the region's rising entrepreneurial momentum. After a rigorous evaluation process, the Eureka! GCC team has shortlisted the Top 30 semi-finalists, spanning sectors from health-tech and fintech to sustainability, AI, and education technology. Standout ventures include Nema AI, developing AI-driven healthcare diagnostics; Payvista, offering next-generation fintech solutions for underserved markets; and Instawrap Technical Services, creating sustainable alternatives to traditional packaging. Participants this year represent a truly global mix, with startups from the GCC; UAE, KSA, Oman and from international markets such as India, Jordan, Turkey, the UK, and Pakistan. The semi-finalists receive an intensive Entrepreneurship Program, featuring hands-on workshops, speaker sessions led by industry leaders, and one-on-one mentorship. They also benefit from tailored guidance to sharpen their strategies and pitches ahead of the final stages. At the Elevator Pitch round in Dubai, the 30 semi-finalists present their ideas live before an audience of mentors and investors. The Top 10 finalists advance to the final phase of the competition, pitching their refined business models to a distinguished panel of jury members. The Grand Winners, including First Place, Second Place, and the Startup Nominee Award, will be announced during the Grand Finale's Gala Dinner, with a total prize pool of USD 100,000. Among the notable speakers engaged in this year's program are Trey Goede, GCC Start Up Investor/Mentor; Deepak Ahuja, CEO & Co-founder of iACCEL GBI; and Rajesh Garg, CFO of Landmark Group — all offering invaluable insights on scaling startups, fundraising strategies, and navigating the Gulf's evolving business landscape. GII's associate partners for Eureka! GCC – iACCEL GBI, Crowe UAE, Headstart, Its Her Way, Encubay, LaunchShe, Startup Middle East, Diwan Hub, Bits Pilani and Ecobee – have also been instrumental in providing mentorship, training, and investment opportunities that are shaping the region's next generation of entrepreneurs. Commenting on the 4th edition, Pankaj Gupta, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of GII and Co-Founder of Eureka! GCC, said: 'At GII, we believe that entrepreneurship is the driving force shaping the Gulf's economic and social future. Each year, we are humbled by the boldness, ingenuity, and resilience we see among our young entrepreneurs. Their ventures are solutions to real-world challenges and catalysts for lasting impact. We are proud to stand behind this movement, alongside the visionary support of Dubai's leadership and our partners across the region.' As Eureka! GCC 4th edition moves toward its grand finale, the spotlight remains firmly on the ideas and individuals reshaping the Arabian Gulf's entrepreneurial future. With an expanded focus on emerging sectors and deeper mentorship engagement, this year's competition is building a dynamic, innovation-driven ecosystem across the region, encouraged by Dubai's benevolent business-led environment. -end- About Eureka! GCC Eureka! was founded by the Entrepreneurship Cell of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay, a leading worldwide technology body, and powered by GII, a leading UAE-based Shari'ah-compliant global alternative investment company with over US$3.5 billion of assets under management. Eureka! GCC aims to enable a low-risk environment to boost entrepreneurship, bridging the gap between ideas and enterprise to facilitate a seamless transition between the two. About GII GII is a leading Shari'ah-compliant global alternative investment company. With over $3.5 billion of assets under management, GII seeks to achieve superior, sustainable returns and long-term value for its investors and shareholders by investing in curated growth and income-generating opportunities. GII believes in 'innovation with a purpose' and works to build the sustainability of the ecosystem in which it operates. Under the leadership of a committed management team, supported by prominent shareholders from the Arabian Gulf region, GII deploys private capital across diverse alternative asset classes, including real estate, private equity, and venture capital. GII's client network includes UHNWIs, family offices, banks, institutions, and sovereign wealth funds in the GCC and Asia. GII is headquartered in the United Arab Emirates. Its UAE entities are regulated by the Securities and Commodities Authority (SCA), the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA). -end-
The Spinoff
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- The Spinoff
Review: Ryan Bridge's hectic new live morning show
Tara Ward watches the first episode of new digital news show Herald Now. 'The journalists are already sick of me,' Ryan Bridge announced in the opening moments of Herald Now, NZ Herald's new digital news show that premiered this morning. The broadcaster explained that he'd been standing in the middle of the NZME newsroom all week, rehearsing to launch the weekday show that promises ' the news you need to know now '. But this time, not only was Bridge standing in the newsroom, he was also streaming live on both YouTube and and at 7am he was ready to kickstart the morning's first news bulletin. 'You've probably heard Niva's voice before, but she's a looker too,' Bridge said of Niva Retimanu, who read the news from the Newstalk ZB studio. Back in the newsroom, Bridge began with 'Bridge does the business', while behind him, journalists darted around as they hustled the morning headlines. While Bridge rattled off the latest OCR figures, my frazzled early-morning brain did business of its own by wondering what was really hiding inside the NZME newsroom fridge. An interview about benefit sanctions was quickly followed by an appearance from soon-to-be-deputy-prime-minister David Seymour, who seemed to have all day to lean on the desk and tell us how stink the country is right now. In contrast, Bridge, having already hosted Newstalk ZB's Early Edition at 5am this morning, was fast and full of hand-waving energy. He pressed Seymour about spending $20 million a year on the Regulatory Standards Bill, to which Seymour rambled about Nick Smith 'getting away scot free' about earthquake regulations, or something. Bridge had lots of paper on his desk and lots of things to discuss, including Seymour's upcoming debate at the Oxford Union. Seymour explained he would speak against the argument that 'no one can be illegal on stolen land'. Bridge brought up David Lange's iconic 'I can smell the uranium' Oxford Union one-liner back in 1985 – would Seymour think of some jokes ahead of time? 'Sometimes the best jokes just happen,' Seymour said. Speaking of jokes: on to the bleak state of our public health system. Journalist Michael Morrah stopped in to discuss his exclusive story about the pressures on Middlemore Hospital last winter, when more than 1,500 patients were treated in corridors during a 36-day period. Hospitals are overloaded and understaffed, Morrah confirmed, sharing heartbreaking comments from stressed medical professionals in the first of his three-part series about the desperate condition of the system. It was an important issue, but Bridge didn't take it up with Nicola Willis, whose interview followed Morrah's. Willis stood in for prime minister Christopher Luxon, who was suffering from a winter virus, and Bridge questioned her about changes to KiwiSaver. 'We're worse off overall,' he argued, to which Willis suggested people should just look at the retirement website. Bridge concluded the interview by asking if Willis was wearing the same blue dress she wore on Budget Day. 'If you are, go for it girl,' he said. 'The 1950s called, and they want their line of questioning back,' Willis replied, while I wanted to put my head deep inside that NZME staff fridge. After the 7.30am news, Bridge was also searching for answers. 'I enjoy a nice dress as much as your next gay man,' he began. 'Should I have asked about it? Probably not.' No matter, here's Heather with the weather, and a budget review with business entrepreneur Carmen Vicelich, who was forced to Zoom in from the Koru Lounge shower rooms due to the lack of privacy. 'We need some private rooms so we can do business,' she complained. It was Middlemore Hospital all over again, except with a 20% government tax break for new machinery purchases. At 7.56am, after a frenetic hour of interviews, Bridge took what seemed to be his first breath of the morning during the sports round-up. Later, after more ads selling me the wet weather gear that All Black Scott Barrett wears when he milks the cows, Dame Julie Christie and Matt Heath popped by for a Monday morning panel and Christie dropped a Costco bombshell: you have to buy 48 rolls of toilet paper at once. While I reeled from this astonishing revelation, Bridge discussed the supermarket duopoly with a supermarket duopoly expert and read out the morning's viewer feedback. Rob was glad there was now something 'substantial' to watch in the morning, while Philip asked 'how do I pause and rewind please?' Viewer Alan's attention was elsewhere: 'What is annoying for me is the background activity.' 'Perhaps you guys could just all go away?' Bridge turned and joked to his colleagues, who grinned and waved. They're busy, Bridge assured Alan, but maybe David Seymour was right. Between the Herald Now's toilet paper chitchat, shower room revelations and that mysterious newsroom fridge, sometimes the best jokes do just happen.
Man of Many
7 days ago
- Automotive
- Man of Many
Australia-Bound 2026 Jeep Compass Embraces Electrification and Rugged Styling
By Somnath Chatterjee - News Published: 25 May 2025 |Last Updated: 23 May 2025 Share Copy Link Readtime: 5 min Every product is carefully selected by our editors and experts. If you buy from a link, we may earn a commission. Learn more. For more information on how we test products, click here. Automaker Jeep has unveiled a first look at the 2026 Jeep Compass . . Built on the Stellantis STLA Medium platform , the new vehicle will be available with three powertrain options: e-Hybrid, e-Hybrid plug-in and full electric with up to 650 km range. , the new vehicle will be available with three powertrain options: with up to 650 km range. The First Edition is available to order now, with deliveries set to begin in Q4 2025. Jeep has finally taken off the covers of its third-generation Compass, and it's a bold new look for one of the marque's most important vehicles. Based on the new Stellantis STLA medium platform, the 2026 Jeep Compass is the first in the range to truly embrace electrification, marking a pivotal (if not slightly belated) move towards progression. With over 2.5 million sales worldwide, Jeep is a brand that is desperate to maintain prestige, particularly as the EV market heats up. Over the past five years, the automaker has poured millions into research and development, focusing much of its attention on making the Compass future-proof. The resulting impact is an upgraded powertrain lineup that is far more geared towards hybrid and EV expansion. However, before we've even copped a glimpse of what is under the hood, it's worth taking a gander at the 2026 Jeep Compass design. 2026 Jeep Compass | Image: Stellantis 2026 Jeep Compass Design For this new model, Jeep has taken a more rugged approach, pulling design cues from its Avenger sibling while also staying true to the brand's off-road DNA. While the staple slot grille is there, the proportions have been squared off and reshaped to provide a clear 'family-design' influence, particularly on the larger models. Despite being one of the most compact vehicles manufactured from the STLA Medium Platform, the 2026 Compass is still longer than the earlier generation model at 4.55 metres, and that influence flows through almost every element. The extended wheelbase adds 55mm of additional legroom, a larger 34-litre front interior storage compartment, and an increased boot capacity of 45 litres, which increases it to 550L. Jeep also tapped another fan favourite for the exterior elements, introducing increased wheel sizes and slimmer Matrix LEDs that bear a striking resemblance to those seen on the larger Grand Cherokee. 2026 Jeep Compass | Image: Stellantis 2026 Jeep Compass | Image: Stellantis 2026 Jeep Compass | Image: Stellantis Interior On the inside, it is a similar story. The interior boasts far more technology than previous generations, including a 16-inch touchscreen that stretches all the way across to the passenger side, along with a 10-inch driver display. Jeep also claims it has packed in OTA updates, connected car technology and Level 2 autonomous driving with a heads-up display. In a statement announcing the 2026 Jeep Compass launch, Fabio Catone, head of Jeep Brand in Enlarged Europe, described the new vehicle as a step into the future. 'The new Jeep Compass boldly represents the brand's forward-thinking philosophy, highlighting our dedication to not only meeting today's market demands but also anticipating tomorrow's opportunities,' Catone said. 'This vehicle is the perfect expression of the Jeep ruggedness and performance, delivering state-of-the-art solutions while preserving our commitment to electrification and sustainability. Crafted for outdoor adventures yet perfect for everyday use, the new Jeep Compass stands as a powerful testament to our relentless pursuit of innovation and versatility, designed to meet the diverse needs of customers around the world.' 2026 Jeep Compass | Image: Stellantis 2026 Jeep Compass Powertrain Where things get interesting is in the powertrain choice, as all-wheel drive appears to be available exclusively on the electric iteration only. For lovers of the diesel offering, that may be a bitter pill to swallow, but it's hardly surprising given the market changes in recent years. Instead, Jeep has gone all-in on versatility, with the 2026 Compass offered in one of six options, including: 145 HP 48V Hybrid 195 HP Hybrid Plug-in 3 BEV versions (213hp in the front-wheel drive version up to a sizeable 375hp in the all-wheel drive form). According to Jeep, the 375 hp dual motor version has a powerful rear motor added, which gives an additional 49 kW of peak power and up to 232 Nm torque. Meanwhile, the range on offer is up to 650km, and that is substantial, while the charging speeds include a 160kW DC charger offering a 30-minute 20-80 per cent recharging time, plus there is an onboard charger with up to 22kW. For the EV versions especially, aero has been improved with details like active aero shutters and a flat underfloor. 2026 Jeep Compass First Edition | Image: Stellantis The automaker has also confirmed that a First Edition aimed at the European market will be available with either a 48V e-Hybrid with 145 hp or a BEV variant with 213 hp and 500km range. The First Edition would have 20-inch wheels, cloth/vinyl seats, a rear camera with front/rear sensors, and more. On the technical side of things, Jeep is adamant that even the front-wheel drive version is capable in the rough stuff thanks to a ground clearance of up to 200 mm, approach angle of 20°, breakover angle of 15° and departure angle of 26°. Selec-terrain will be standard on all versions and water adding capability is 450mm. The more potent all-wheel drive version, though, has 27 degrees of approach angle, 16 degrees of breakover, 31 degrees of departure angle, and even better ground clearance and water fording, plus Hill Descent Control as standard. 2026 Jeep Compass | Image: Stellantis Availability Available in six colours linked to 'natural landscapes', the new Compass will eventually come to Australia by the middle of next year, while European deliveries will start later this year. The new Compass will give Jeep a solid contender in the mainstream SUV space. For European fans, the First Edition is available to order now, with deliveries set to begin in Q4 2025.
Business Journals
23-05-2025
- Business
- Business Journals
Atlanta-based fintech company GreenSky names new CEO
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