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Sui Basecamp 2025 Lands in Dubai with Hands-on Access to SuiPlay0X1 and Other Unveils

Sui Foundation and Mysten Labs invite the Sui community worldwide to join us at Sui Basecamp, the Sui ecosystem’s flagship conference, to be held in Dubai over May 1-2, 2025. Attendees will join thousands of Sui creators, builders, entrepreneurs, enthusiasts, and industry leaders to hear from top-tier speakers—including founders from inside and outside Sui—learn breaking news before anyone else, and gain insights into the blockchain fueling the mass adoption of Web3.
At last year’s event, the groundbreaking SuiPlay0X1—the world’s first blockchain-enabled handheld gaming console—was revealed to the world. For the first time ever, at this year’s Sui Basecamp, attendees will get hands-on access to try out this highly anticipated device—before pre-order shipments begin this summer.
This year’s conference attendees can expect the conference to reflect Sui’s ascent as one of the industry’s top ecosystems, with keynotes from leading figures from inside and outside the Sui ecosystem, info-packed sessions that unveil the roadmaps of key products and projects building on Sui, networking opportunities, and more.
Announced speakers include:
- The entire Mysten Labs founding team: Evan Cheng, CEO; Sam Blackshear, CTO; Adeniyi Adiobun, CPO; Kostas Chalkias, Chief Cryptographer; George Danezis, Chief Scientist
- Raoul Pal, CEO, Real Vision
- Christian Thompson, Managing Director, Sui Foundation
- Rebecca Simmonds, Managing Executive, Walrus Foundation
- Nic Cabana, Co-Founder, Claynosaurz, a flagship partner of Walrus, the decentralized storage solution built on Sui, which launched on Mainnet this week
- Nikos Porfyris, COO, Athens Exchange Group
- Fisher Yu, Co-Founder and CTO, Babylon Labs
- Elliscope Fang, Co-Founder, NAVI Protocol
Check out additional speakers on Sui’s website and look for further speakers announced via their X account!
Christian Thompson, Managing Director of Sui Foundation, said: “The Sui ecosystem has seen meteoric growth since the first Sui Basecamp almost a year ago—powered by a vibrant community of enthusiasts, builders, entrepreneurs, partners, and industry leaders. As we learned from the first conference, bringing the Sui ecosystem together produces unmatched energy and insights. We invite you to help us honor the Sui community, celebrate the fruits of our shared commitment, and chart our course for the future together.”
A Year of Growth
Last year’s inaugural event in Paris saw 1,100 attendees from 65 countries come together to celebrate the community driving Sui’s meteoric growth, with an even greater turnout anticipated this year. Sui Basecamp 2024 featured over 100 speakers across 44 sessions, with major announcements including: unveiling the world’s first blockchain-based handheld gaming console, SuiPlay0X1; NHN doing a deep dive into their development efforts on Sui; and First Digital announcing it would natively deploy the FDUSD stablecoin on Sui.
Since Sui Basecamp 2024, where speakers from Sui and Mysten discussed the early path forward to a new internet, the Sui community has achieved significant milestones in early adoption, including:
- The mainnet launch of Walrus earlier this month—a faster, more robust, and more reliable solution than other decentralized storage systems, with $140M in capital raised to scale its solutions.
- Announcements with major partners, including Canary Capital’s filing of a SUI ETF, Sega’s Code of Joker: Evolutions game, and a surge of institutional interest in Sui, with the likes of Grayscale, Franklin Templeton, VanEck, and Ant Financial all launching investment products or initiatives on the Sui Network.
- The launch of Sui Bridge in September 2024, allowing seamless asset transfers between Sui and Ethereum—over 25,000 ETH (over $51.9M USD at the time of writing) have since been transferred to Sui.
- Sui’s total monthly active wallets reached a peak of 17.6M in February 2025, the highest count recorded to date.
Proud sponsors of Sui Basecamp 2025 include a roster of top wallets, decentralized exchanges, and infrastructure providers, such as Phantom, Cetus, Karrier One, Walrus, Artinals, Navi, Lofi, Pyth, and Suilend.
Please register using the code suinews10 for 10% off the $149 cost of registration! Don’t delay—prices increase on April 9, 2025.
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Thriwe Aina Launches in UAE to Redefine Customer Loyalty


The UAE has become the launchpad for Thriwe Aina, a next-generation AI concierge designed to transform customer loyalty. Announced in Dubai, this launch marks a major step in Thriwe’s journey as it pivots from a service-driven provider to a technology-first innovator. With Aina, the company aims to deliver loyalty programs that go beyond transactions and create meaningful, intelligent lifestyle experiences.
Why the UAE Was Chosen
The UAE continues to stand out as one of the world’s fastest-growing centers for artificial intelligence. Recent studies predict the country will rank third globally, behind only China and the United States, in AI’s economic contribution. Therefore, it is no surprise that Thriwe selected the UAE as the first market to debut its new concierge. By launching Aina here, Thriwe reinforces the nation’s role as a global hub for innovation and digital transformation.
Dhruv Verma, CEO and Founder of Thriwe, emphasized the importance of the move:
“Exceptional experiences build lasting loyalty. With Thriwe Aina, we’re not just enhancing engagement but redefining how loyalty is delivered in the digital age.”
What Sets Thriwe Aina Apart
Unlike traditional loyalty programs that focus on points or discounts, Thriwe Aina leverages AI to deliver seamless and inclusive concierge services. Moreover, businesses can integrate the platform quickly with their existing systems, minimizing disruption. In addition, it reduces operational costs while creating smarter, data-driven recommendations that anticipate customer needs.
For customers, Aina provides instant assistance, personalized suggestions, and natural multilingual conversations. Consequently, interactions feel effortless, relevant, and human, no matter the market.
The Future of Loyalty is Intelligent
The launch also signals a broader shift across the loyalty landscape. Businesses now need platforms that combine efficiency with personalization. Furthermore, AI enables companies to reduce their reliance on manual systems while increasing the quality of customer engagement.
“Launching first in the UAE reflects our confidence in this market as a global innovation hub,” Verma said. “Thriwe Aina sets a new benchmark for how loyalty can be seamless, intelligent, and inclusive.”
Delivering Measurable Impact
For businesses, Thriwe Aina creates tangible results:
- -Faster adoption with minimal operational disruption.
- -Automated query handling that reduces costs.
- -Data-driven insights that improve customer retention.
For customers, the platform becomes a trusted digital companion:
- Providing 24/7 personalized support.
- Anticipating preferences through intelligent recommendations.
- Enabling inclusive access through multilingual features.
As a result, loyalty becomes less about transactions and more about building long-term relationships.
Looking Toward Global Expansion
The debut of Thriwe Aina in the UAE is just the beginning. Entering the final quarter of 2025, Thriwe plans to expand its AI-driven ecosystem through strategic partnerships, customized offerings, and continued investment in machine learning. Meanwhile, the company is positioning itself as a leader in hyper-personalized loyalty solutions.
The UAE’s environment — one that blends bold digital infrastructure with forward-looking regulation — provides the perfect foundation for this journey. Therefore, Aina’s launch in Dubai represents more than a local milestone. It positions Thriwe as a global innovator, ready to redefine loyalty for the next decade.
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Check Point and Wiz Expand Partnership with Integrated Cloud Security Solution

Cloud Security Partnership Takes the Next Step
Check Point Software Technologies and Wiz have taken their strategic partnership to the next level with the rollout of a fully integrated cloud security solution. The new platform unites Check Point’s prevention-first cloud network security with Wiz’s Cloud-Native Application Protection Platform (CNAPP). Building on their February 2025 announcement, the two companies are now making the solution globally available. It delivers real-time visibility, AI-powered prevention, and unified protection for enterprises facing today’s complex cloud threats.
Why This Partnership Matters for Enterprises

As enterprise networks grow more distributed, the attack surface expands. Consequently, security teams face rising pressure to protect constantly changing cloud environments. The integration between Check Point and Wiz directly addresses this challenge. By combining visibility, prevention, and risk-aware remediation, the platform helps organizations secure their operations without sacrificing agility.
Paul Barbosa, VP of Cloud Security at Check Point, explained: “This collaboration sets a new benchmark for unified cloud security. Together with Wiz, we are delivering a prevention-first model that secures organizations from code to cloud with real-time visibility.”
Real-Time Visibility and Smarter Prevention
With this integration, customers can view CloudGuard gateway configurations directly inside the Wiz platform. This visibility enables faster risk assessment and more informed action. Moreover, by including third-party firewall policies in Wiz’s analysis, teams can now reduce false positives and respond more effectively.
Oron Noah, VP of Product Extensibility and Partnerships at Wiz, noted: “We are helping teams understand their exposure and take action faster. This level of insight accelerates secure decision-making across the enterprise.”
Key Benefits of the Integrated Solution
The joint Check Point–Wiz offering provides several advantages for customers:
- Shift to prevention-first security – threats are blocked before they cause damage.
- Enhanced visibility and faster response – teams save both time and resources.
- AI-powered defense against zero-day attacks – protecting against the unknown.
- Reduced configuration risks – issues at the gateway level are identified and resolved quickly.
Furthermore, Wiz now integrates with Check Point Infinity Threat Exposure Management (CTEM). This allows companies to automate remediation flows, turning Wiz alerts into actions at the CloudGuard gateway. As a result, exposure times are reduced from hours to minutes.
Independent Validation and Market Impact
Check Point continues to demonstrate strong performance across network and cloud environments. In testing by CyberRatings.org, Check Point achieved a perfect 100% block rate with zero false positives. Meanwhile, Miercom’s 2025 benchmark report confirmed the Infinity Platform reached a 99.9% block rate against Zero+1-day malware and 99.7% prevention against phishing attacks.
A Global Solution for a Changing Threat Landscape
The new integrated cloud security solution is available worldwide as of today. By combining prevention-first network protection with CNAPP capabilities, Check Point and Wiz are offering enterprises a smarter way to defend their data, reduce risk, and stay ahead of attackers.
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BenQ home cinema projectors redefine cinematic experiences

BenQ has introduced its latest home cinema projectors — the W5850, W4100i, and W2720i — designed to elevate home entertainment with AI Cinema technology and Solid-State Illumination (SSI). The new series delivers 4K visuals, lifelike colour accuracy, and flexible performance, making premium cinema more accessible than ever.
Innovation in BenQ home cinema projectors
“With projection technology evolving rapidly, consumers demand immersive, adaptable large-screen experiences that align with modern lifestyles,” said Manish Bakshi, Managing Director of BenQ Middle East. BenQ home cinema projectors combine AI-driven image optimisation with factory-calibrated colour accuracy. This ensures Hollywood-grade visuals exactly as the directors intended.
CinematicColor™ technology guarantees 100% Rec. 709, 100% DCI-P3, and Delta E<3 accuracy. High-end models such as the W5850 achieve Delta E<2 for stunning precision. Proprietary HDR-PRO™ technology enhances contrast through multi-stage processing, supporting HDR10, HDR10+, and HLG formats for crisp detail across bright and dark scenes.
AI Cinema mode transforms streaming
The rise of streaming has shifted viewing habits, and BenQ responded with AI Cinema Mode. This feature analyses images in real time, adjusting HDR, sharpness, and saturation dynamically. As a result, compressed streaming content becomes sharper and more vibrant. Furthermore, built-in noise reduction smooths playback, allowing BenQ home cinema projectors to deliver a true cinematic feel even from online platforms.
W5850: theatre-grade projection
The W5850 is built for dedicated darkroom setups, offering 200-inch screens and professional-grade visuals. It features digital four-way lens shift, 1.6x motorised zoom, and a powerful 2600-lumen blue laser. With colour accuracy calibrated to Delta E<2, it represents the peak of BenQ’s home cinema innovation.
W4100i: versatile home AV performance
Designed for flexibility, the W4100i enhances real-time streaming content with AI Cinema calibration. Its 3200-lumen LED delivers rich HDR visuals, while built-in Android TV simplifies access to content. Additionally, its adaptable installation makes this model one of the most versatile BenQ home cinema projectors.
W2720i: cinema in the living room
The W2720i makes professional projection more accessible, incorporating ambient light adaptation to maintain consistent quality in any environment. It adjusts automatically to lighting changes, ensuring that both film buffs and casual viewers enjoy seamless cinematic experiences.
Connectivity and versatility
All three models offer HDMI 2.1, SPDIF, and eARC support for Dolby Atmos and 7.1 surround sound. Low-latency Fast Mode provides a 17.9ms response time, making it ideal for sports and gaming. Consequently, BenQ home cinema projectors cater to a wide spectrum of users, from movie enthusiasts to gamers.
Available in the UAE
BenQ’s latest home cinema range is available through Vital Technologies, the brand’s trusted UAE partner. With SSI technology, AI-driven features, and global certifications, BenQ once again sets the standard for home cinema projection.
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