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Abou Dabi, Émirats arabes unis - vendredi, 14. novembre 2025 AETOSWire

● Le 15 novembre, sur l’emblématique circuit de Yas Marina à Abou Dhabi, devant
des tribunes combles
● Onze équipes internationales s’affrontent pour un prix de 2,25 millions de dollars
● Une première mondiale…

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, 13. November 2025 AETOSWire  

15 November at Abu Dhabi’s iconic Yas Marina Circuit, in front of a full capacity crowd

Eleven global teams compete for $2.25 million prize

World first: Six fully autonomous cars racing head-to-head

Human vs.…

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(BUSINESS WIRE) -- RSA, the security-first identity leader, announced today that RSA® ID Plus for Microsoft, a new solution category that provides an enhanced security layer for Microsoft Entra ID, is now generally available. Now on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, the first product, RSA ID Plus M1,…

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Thursday, 13. November 2025 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- The very first winners of the TOURISE Awards have been announced, recognizing the destinations redefining exploration, hospitality, and cultural connection for the modern traveler, setting new benchmarks for innov…

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Abou Dabi, Émirats arabes unis - vendredi, 14. novembre 2025 AETOSWire

● Le 15 novembre, sur l’emblématique circuit de Yas Marina à Abou Dhabi, devant
des tribunes combles
● Onze équipes internationales s’affrontent pour un prix de 2,25 millions de dollars
● Une première mondiale…

Read more

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, 13. November 2025 AETOSWire  

15 November at Abu Dhabi’s iconic Yas Marina Circuit, in front of a full capacity crowd

Eleven global teams compete for $2.25 million prize

World first: Six fully autonomous cars racing head-to-head

Human vs.…

Read more

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- RSA, the security-first identity leader, announced today that RSA® ID Plus for Microsoft, a new solution category that provides an enhanced security layer for Microsoft Entra ID, is now generally available. Now on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, the first product, RSA ID Plus M1,…

Read more

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Thursday, 13. November 2025 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- The very first winners of the TOURISE Awards have been announced, recognizing the destinations redefining exploration, hospitality, and cultural connection for the modern traveler, setting new benchmarks for innov…

Read more

Abou Dabi, Émirats arabes unis - vendredi, 14. novembre 2025 AETOSWire

● Le 15 novembre, sur l’emblématique circuit de Yas Marina à Abou Dhabi, devant
des tribunes combles
● Onze équipes internationales s’affrontent pour un prix de 2,25 millions de dollars
● Une première mondiale : six voitures entièrement autonomes s’affrontent en duel
● Un duel entre l’humain et l’IA : l’ancien pilote de F1 Daniil Kvyat contre l’équipe
TUM
● La course sera diffusée dans le monde entier, ce dimanche 16 novembre à 15h00
(heure de Dubaï), sur Abu Dhabi Media Network, StarzPlay, Motorsport TV et la
chaîne officielle A2RL YouTube Channel

Abou Dabi, Émirats arabes unis – 14 novembre 2025 : La plus grande course de voitures
autonomes au monde se déroulera à Abou Dabi le 15 novembre. Onze équipes venues du
monde entier s’affronteront à la pointe de la robotique, de l’autonomie et de l’intelligence
artificielle pour un prix total de 2,25 millions de dollars américains. La saison 2 de l’A2RL
est le fruit de 18 mois de préparation. Les six équipes les plus rapides ont franchi avec succès
les qualifications pour accéder à la grande finale. Les billets pour l’événement sur le circuit
de Yas Marina affichent complet dans la tribune principale. Les passionnés de sport
automobile et de technologie se préparent avec enthousiasme à assister à une compétition
d’IA unique en son genre.
Grande finale : Aux premières loges d’un moment historique pour l’IA
La grande finale de l'A2RL marquera la première fois que six voitures de course entièrement
autonomes s'affronteront roue contre roue sur la piste. Les six équipes – TUM, Unimore,
Kinetiz, TII Racing, PoliMOVE et Constructor – ont été sélectionnées à l'issue d'un processus
de qualification rigoureux en octobre. Représentant l'Allemagne, l'Italie et les Émirats arabes
unis, elles disputeront une course de 20 tours, en duel, pour couronner le champion de la
saison 2 de l'A2RL. Les champions en titre, TUM, ont décroché la pole position après une
course sprint intense lors des qualifications en duel face à leur rival Unimore, promettant une
confrontation historique.
Pour les cinq autres équipes, l'A2RL organisera une course Silver, leur offrant l'opportunité
de tester les limites de leurs algorithmes et de consolider leur position au classement général.
Les équipes participant à la course Silver sont RAPSON, Code 19, Fly Eagle, FR4IAV et
TGM Grand Prix.
Humain contre IA : L’écart de performance se réduit

La préparation de la course a été marquée par des performances record, l’écart entre les
performances humaines et celles de l’IA se réduisant comme peau de chagrin. Lors des
qualifications, l’écurie italienne Unimore a été la première à battre un temps de référence
établi par un pilote humain lors d’essais.
Cette démonstration de la précision des machines face à l’instinct humain, et l’évolution
rapide des performances de l’IA, seront mises en lumière le jour de la course. Le champion
en titre, TUM, aura le privilège d’affronter l’ancien pilote de F1 Daniil Kvyat lors de la
deuxième confrontation Humain contre IA de l’A2RL. Une bataille serrée est attendue lors de
cette démonstration, après les performances record des équipes lors des qualifications.
Supercars, Fan Zone et bien plus encore
Pour lancer les festivités, le Groupe 63 effectuera un spectaculaire défilé de supercars sur la
piste, préparant le terrain pour la course autonome. S'ensuivra la remise des prix du concours
A2RL STEM, auquel ont participé 140 élèves des sept Émirats, qui ont piloté des voitures
autonomes AWS DeepRacer à l'échelle 1/18, répliques de celles de la compétition A2RL.
Cette année, la Fan Zone, de renommée mondiale, offrira une expérience immersive pour
tous les âges. Au programme : démonstrations de robots humanoïdes, jeux interactifs, ateliers
technologiques, spectacles et attractions pour toute la famille, pour vivre pleinement
l'aventure de l'innovation autonome, bien au-delà de la piste.
La course sera diffusée en direct dans le monde entier ce dimanche 16 novembre à 15h00
(heure de Dubaï) sur Abu Dhabi Media Network, StarzPlay, Motorsport TV et la chaîne
YouTube officielle de l'A2RL. Grâce à la plateforme de réalité virtuelle en direct d'A2RL, les
fans peuvent une fois de plus plonger au cœur de l'action et vivre la course en temps réel, en
suivant les données des voitures en direct et en profitant de l'intensité des courses.
A2RL bénéficie du soutien de SteerAI, ainsi que de son partenaire principal Du ; de ses
partenaires officiels AWS et Abu Dhabi Mobility ; de ses sponsors officiels Wio et Castore ;
de ses partenaires techniques PACETEQ, Live in Five, Meccanica 42 et Vislink ; et de ses
partenaires événementiels Abu Dhabi Gaming, Miral et le Conseil de cybersécurité des
Émirats arabes unis.
Pour plus d'informations et des mises à jour en direct, visitez www.A2RL.io.

Note aux rédacteurs
Le programme de l'événement est disponible ici.

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Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates - Thursday, 13. November 2025 AETOSWire  

15 November at Abu Dhabi’s iconic Yas Marina Circuit, in front of a full capacity crowd

Eleven global teams compete for $2.25 million prize

World first: Six fully autonomous cars racing head-to-head

Human vs. AI showdown featuring former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat against TUM

Race will be broadcast globally, this Sunday, 16th November at 3pm GST, on the Abu Dhabi Media Network, StarzPlay, Motorsport TV and the official A2RL YouTube Channel

The world’s largest autonomous car race will take place in Abu Dhabi on the 15th of November, as 11 teams from across the globe compete at the frontier of robotics, autonomy and AI for a US$2.25 million prize pool. A2RL Season 2 has been 18 months in the making, with the six fastest teams making it through the tough qualification process to the Grand Final. Ticket allocation for the Yas Marina Circuit event has once again reached full capacity of the main grandstand, as motorsport and technology enthusiasts excitedly prepare to witness an AI competition unlike any other.

Grand Final: Front row seat to AI history

The A2RL Grand Final will mark the first time that six fully autonomous racecars will compete wheel-to-wheel on track. The six teams – TUM, Unimore, Kinetiz, TII Racing, PoliMOVE and Constructor – were determined by a rigorous qualification process in October. Representing Germany, Italy, and the UAE, they will compete in a 20-lap, multi-car race to crown the A2RL Season 2 Champion. Reigning Champions, TUM, have qualified in pole position after a fierce ‘Multi-Car Qualification’ sprint race against rival Unimore, setting the stage for a historic showdown.

For the remaining five teams, A2RL will host a Silver Race, offering them the opportunity to push their algorithms to the limit and cement their overall position in the standings. The Silver Race teams are RAPSON, Code 19, Fly Eagle, FR4IAV and TGM Grand Prix.

Human vs AI: Performance gap closing

Pre-season build-up for the race has seen record-setting performance as the gap between human and AI performance narrows. During qualification, Italian team Unimore was the first to beat a benchmark lap time set by a human racing driver while testing.

This demonstration of machine precision versus human instinct, and the rapid evolution of AI performance, will be showcased on race day. Reigning champion TUM will have the privilege of racing against former F1 driver Daniil Kvyat in A2RL’s second Human vs AI showcase. A close battle is expected in this exhibition, following record-breaking pace from teams during qualifying.

Supercars, Fan Zone, and more

Kicking off the evening’s main events, Group 63 will take to the track for a spectacular Supercar Parade Laps display, setting the stage for the autonomous race. This will be followed by awards for the A2RL STEM Competition, which involved 140 students from across all seven Emirates racing AWS DeepRacer 1/18th-scale autonomous cars, a mirror of the A2RL competition.

This year’s world-class Fan Zone will offer an immersive experience for all ages. It will feature humanoid robot showcases, interactive games, hands-on tech activations, live entertainment, and family-friendly attractions that will bring the excitement of autonomous innovation beyond the track.

The race will be broadcast globally this Sunday, 16th November at 3pm GST, on the Abu Dhabi Media Network, StarzPlay, Motorsport TV and the official A2RL YouTube Channel. Once again, fans can step right into the action with A2RL’s live VR platform, experiencing the track, live car data, and high-speed action unfolding all around them, in real time.

A2RL is supported by SteerAI, alongside leading partner du; official partners AWS and Abu Dhabi Mobility; official supporters Wio and Castore; technical partners PACETEQ, Live in Five, Meccanica 42, and Vislink; as well as event partners Abu Dhabi Gaming, Miral and the UAE Cybersecurity Council.

For more information and live updates, visit www.A2RL.io.

Note to Editors

The event timetable is available here.

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(BUSINESS WIRE) -- RSA, the security-first identity leader, announced today that RSA® ID Plus for Microsoft, a new solution category that provides an enhanced security layer for Microsoft Entra ID, is now generally available. Now on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace, the first product, RSA ID Plus M1, includes key capabilities that defend organizations from emerging attacks and help them maintain operational continuity in both Microsoft and non-Microsoft environments.

RSA ID Plus for Microsoft M1:

Protects resources within and beyond the Microsoft ecosystem: RSA ID Plus provides total coverage for legacy, OT, Microsoft, and non-Microsoft environments, bringing modern MFA and passwordless to data centers, mainframes, macOS, AD-joined devices, Entra-joined PCs and servers (including older OS versions), and other web servers and critical infrastructure that Entra alone can’t reach.

Ensures mission-critical resources are always available and always protected: RSA’s unique Hybrid HA architecture and offline capabilities ensure that mission-critical on-prem resources and off-network laptops are always available and always protected even when cloud services are unreachable.

Stops attacks that bypass MFA: RSA Help Desk Live Verify stops attacks targeting IT help desk personnel and users. The patent-pending technology uses phishing-resistant, passwordless identity assurance to stop attackers from exploiting weak enrollment and credential processes to launch attacks.

Integrates seamlessly with Microsoft: RSA ID Plus works in tandem with Microsoft Entra ID Plan 1 and Plan 2 to close security gaps without complexity.

“High-security industries have unique infrastructures that demand security expertise to maintain operations and defend against new threats,” said RSA CEO Greg Nelson. “RSA ID Plus for Microsoft ensures that banks, hospitals, government agencies, and powerplants can deploy modern security solutions to defend themselves from emerging threats while still ensuring resilient operations.”

“The extraordinary risks that financial services, healthcare, energy, and other highly regulated industries face demand the extraordinary security capabilities that only RSA and Microsoft together can deliver,” said Laura Marx, RSA Chief Marketing and Growth Officer. “With the layered security approach from both RSA and Microsoft, organizations get both the scaled cloud infrastructure and deep identity security expertise they need to stop AI-powered threats, remain operational, and ensure that all users can stay productive.”

Users are invited to demo RSA ID Plus for Microsoft next week at Microsoft Ignite Booth #1826R.

Resources:

RSA ID Plus for Microsoft data sheet

Join RSA at Microsoft Ignite Booth #1826R

RSA Help Desk Live Verify

RSA ID Plus Hybrid Failover

Get RSA ID Plus on the Microsoft Azure Marketplace

About RSA:

RSA provides mission-critical cybersecurity solutions that protect the world’s most security-sensitive organizations. The RSA Unified Identity Platform provides true passwordless identity security, risk-based access, automated identity intelligence, and comprehensive identity governance across cloud, hybrid, and on-premises environments. More than 9,000 high-security organizations trust RSA to manage more than 60 million identities, detect threats, secure access, and enable compliance. For additional information, visit our website to contact sales, find a partner, or learn more about RSA.

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RIYADH, Saudi Arabia - Thursday, 13. November 2025 AETOSWire 

(BUSINESS WIRE) -- The very first winners of the TOURISE Awards have been announced, recognizing the destinations redefining exploration, hospitality, and cultural connection for the modern traveler, setting new benchmarks for innovation and excellence to deliver truly unforgettable visitor experiences.

Taking place as part of the inaugural TOURISE Summit, held under the patronage of His Royal Highness Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister, Tokyo, Japan, emerged as the big winner, clinching the coveted title of Best Overall Destination. In addition, Tokyo was also recognized as both the Best Food & Culinary and Best Entertainment destination, affirming its status as a global capital of innovation, energy, and unforgettable experiences.

2025 Individual Category Winners

Selected by an independent cross-sector jury and chosen from an extensive slate of nominations submitted by travelers, industry leaders, and organizations worldwide, this year’s winners exemplify soul stirring culture, boundary pushing experiences, and meaningful, lasting memories. The winners represent destinations that have elevated culture and the arts into immersive experiences, took adventure to new levels, transformed local produce into world‑class culinary ecosystems, redefined retail as creative placemaking, and animated cityscapes with boundary‑breaking entertainment.

The category winners for this year are:

Best Arts & Culture Destination: New York, USA - An urban metropolis where marquee museums and world stages meet off-Broadway neighborhood soul and you can find your scene on any corner.

Best Adventure Destination: Ancash, Peru - The iconic site of adventures which anchors classic Andean bucket-list adventure amid the Cordillera Blanca’s turquoise lakes, high-altitude trails, and dramatic summits.

Best Food & Culinary Destination: Tokyo, Japan - A world-renowned capital that marries unrivaled culinary depth, from humble counters to multi-course kaiseki innovation.

Best Shopping Destination: Paris, France - The elite “City of Lights” and global capital of couture, fusing living heritage with a contemporary edge while reimagining shopping as cultural discovery through ateliers, concept stores, and revitalized districts.

Best Entertainment Destination: Tokyo, Japan - From globally recognized theme parks and immersive indoor attractions to a forward-looking music and cultural scene, Tokyo truly has something for everyone.

“Tonight’s winners are not just places on a map, they are living, breathing inspirations that unite cultures and spark imaginations,” His Excellency Ahmed Al-Khateeb, Minister of Tourism and Chairman of the Board of TOURISE, said. His Excellency continued, “TOURISE is shaping the next 50 years of travel, and these destinations define what purposeful and transformative tourism can achieve. Each reflects what today’s traveler increasingly seeks; authenticity, creativity, and experiences that connect people to place and purpose. We take inspiration from their vision and ambition, as together we shape a tourism future that inspires progress, strengthens communities, and brings the world closer together.”

A Night to Remember

The prestigious awards were presented at a dazzling gala dinner at Riyadh’s Ritz-Carlton, with a culinary journey curated by chef Nawal Alkhalawi and a show-stopping live performance by international vocal sensation Loren Allred who captivated the room in a stunning gown by Saudi fashion designer Mashael Al Faris, paired with exquisite jewelry from APOA (A Piece of Art) - a Saudi brand born in Riyadh. The night embodied the spirit of global hospitality and cultural exchange that sits at the heart of the TOURISE vision. With a focus on storytelling through the language of food, the menu paid tribute to Saudi Arabia’s diverse regional cuisines, thoughtfully infused with global influences to surprise and delight guests.

Judged by Global Icons

The Awards’ independent, cross-sector jury panel included former leaders of Forbes Travel Guide, Michelin Guides, Tate Modern, Condé Nast, the British Fashion Council, and more, bringing together unrivaled expertise from across the worlds of travel, fashion, food, and entertainment.

The panel included:

Filip Boyen, Former CEO, Forbes Travel Guide

Michael Ellis, Former Global Director, Michelin Guides

Fiona Jeffery, Former Chair, World Travel Market; Former Chair, Tourism for Tomorrow Awards

Renaud de Lesquen, Former CEO, Givenchy; Former President, Dior AM

Lars Nittve, Former Founding Director, Tate Modern

Albert Read, Former Managing Director, Condé Nast

Caroline Rush, Former CEO, British Fashion Council

Omar Samra, UN Goodwill Ambassador, Mountaineer and Polar Explorer

Bernold Schroeder, Former CEO, Kempinski; Pan Pacific

With the 2025 TOURISE Awards winners now announced, a new benchmark has been set across culture, cuisine, adventure, and entertainment. As the journey continues, TOURISE is committed to uncovering and celebrating destinations that surprise and delight a new generation of travelers, destinations that spark curiosity, forge connections, and create unforgettable memories. Together with our global community, we look forward to the next chapter and the next remarkable destinations to shine.

About the TOURISE Awards

The TOURISE Awards are a global celebration of destination excellence, recognizing places that deliver travel experiences that are purposeful, unforgettable, and aligned with the evolving expectations of today’s travelers.

Judged by a prestigious cross-sector jury, the Awards honor destinations across five categories - Arts & Culture, Adventure, Food & Culinary, Shopping, and Entertainment - culminating in the flagship Best Overall Destination award. The Awards spotlight innovation, sustainability, cultural preservation, and visitor impact, setting a new global standard for what makes a destination truly exceptional.

Find out more about the TOURISE Awards at https://www.tourise.com/en/awards

About TOURISE

TOURISE is the world’s premier platform shaping a new horizon for global tourism.

Under the umbrella of the Saudi Ministry of Tourism, powered by the Saudi Tourism Authority, the inaugural TOURISE Summit will take place November 11–13, 2025, in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

The event will convene visionaries from government, business, investment, tourism, and technology to drive transformative deals and deliver high-impact initiatives that redefine the future of the global tourism industry.

TOURISE ensures worldwide participation while offering access to decision-makers shaping the industry’s evolution. Following the Summit, TOURISE will continue as a year-round platform where bold ideas turn into real-world solutions.

This is where the next 50 years of tourism are shaped. Together, we are unstoppable.

For more information visit www.tourise.com

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