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Invest Qatar, the Investment Promotion Agency of Qatar, and Doha Bank have announced a strategic partnership aimed at further enhancing the ease of doing business for foreign investors entering the Qatari market.Signed on the sidelines of Web Summit Qatar 2026, the partnership is designed to strengthen Qatar's position as a leading global investment destination by providing investors with streamlined access to business establishment services and customised financial solutions.This partnership will provide a comprehensive suite of services to foreign investors via the Invest Qatar Gateway, a free digital platform designed to support international companies looking to establish or expand their operations in Qatar. These services include onboarding packages for incoming staff, dedicated relationship management teams, and access to Doha Bank's specialised financial programmes tailored to priority sectors in Qatar.As part of the collaboration, Doha Bank will also facilitate the opening of corporate bank accounts within a maximum of three working days, subject to the completion of all compliance and due diligence requirements.The agreement establishes a framework for broader co-operation between Invest Qatar and Doha Bank, including business connection facilitation, knowledge-sharing initiatives and mutual referrals of companies exploring opportunities in Qatar.The agreement was signed by Sheikh Ali bin Alwaleed al-Thani, CEO of Invest Qatar, and Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal al-Thani, Group CEO of Doha Bank.Sheikh Ali bin Alwaleed al-Thani, CEO, Invest Qatar, said: "We are pleased to strengthen our ecosystem of strategic partners by joining forces with leading financial institutions such as Doha Bank. This collaboration enhances the premium services we offer to investors, streamlines their market entry journey and reinforces our commitment to delivering best-in-class support. Together, we aim to unlock new opportunities for international companies and further position Qatar as a global hub for business and innovation."Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal al-Thani, Group CEO, Doha Bank, said: "This partnership with Invest Qatar reflects Doha Bank's commitment to supporting Qatar's investment and economic diversification goals. By offering tailored financial solutions and accelerated banking services, we aim to empower foreign investors with the confidence, efficiency and flexibility they need to succeed in Qatar. We are proud to contribute our expertise to creating a seamless and investor-friendly experience."These new services will be delivered through the Invest Qatar Gateway, as part of specialised banking packages offered exclusively to platform members, which include more than 14,000 users, and nearly 1,000 registered companies.As Qatar's first dedicated digital platform for investors, the Invest Qatar Gateway provides foreign investors and companies with access to business opportunities, sector-specific insights, partner connections, tenders, and direct, real-time support from the Invest Qatar team.This latest partnership with Doha Bank builds on a series of ongoing efforts to expand the Gateway's offerings and services. Through the Access Qatar programme, Invest Qatar will continue to introduce new services and initiatives, aimed at empowering investors and strengthening Qatar's welcoming and competitive business environment. 

Dukhan Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Teyseer Group on the sidelines of Web Summit Qatar, establishing a structured framework to explore potential areas of collaboration aimed at supporting startups, SMEs, and employee segments through integrated banking, technology, and financing solutions, subject to regulatory approvals and internal governance requirements.Under the MoU, the parties will explore joint onboarding propositions for startups and SMEs, including bundled offerings that combine Dukhan Bank’s startup and SME banking solutions with technology products and services provided by Teyseer Group entities, including Computer Arabia. These initiatives may include curated ‘Startup Packs’ featuring essential hardware, software, point-of-sale systems, and IT infrastructure for newly established businesses.The collaboration will also assess tailored product bundles for Teyseer Group employees, integrating Dukhan Bank’s banking solutions, such as accounts, cards, and payment services, with value-added offerings, subject to eligibility criteria and applicable regulations.In addition, Dukhan Bank and Teyseer Group will explore Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) and embedded financing propositions for SME and retail customers, including point-of-sale financing models to support SME capital expenditure requirements in a Shariah-compliant manner.The MoU further provides for joint marketing and lead generation initiatives, including cross-referrals of qualified startup and SME leads, alongside collaborative campaigns, events, and digital activations aimed at driving awareness and customer acquisition.The MoU reflects the shared intent of Dukhan Bank and Teyseer Group to explore potential areas of cooperation in a structured and non-committal manner, with any future engagements subject to further evaluation and formal agreement. 

KBN Holding Group, a leading diversified investment group headquartered in the State of Qatar, and Lai Sun Group, a Hong Kong-based conglomerate, today jointly announced strategic partnership designed to support China’s leading technology enterprises en route to the Gulf regions' market opportunities via Qatar. The platform will focus on sectors such as TMT, including AI, cloud solutions, fintech, and healthcare. Our objective is to provide local expertise and resources to support selected enterprises by offering capital investment, market access and localization, and business matching, with the Gulf regions as its primary focus market. The initiative is in line with the Gulf government's long-term economic diversification and industrial upgrade agenda.Hong Kong as Asia’s leading financial hub + Middle East a region under massive transformationKBN Holding Group is a Qatar-based diversified investment group with a long-standing presence across real estate development, hospitality, infrastructure, healthcare, and technology-related sectors. The Group maintains close and enduring relationships with government-related entities and major institutional partners. In recent years, KBN has progressively positioned technology and innovation-driven investment as a core strategic priority, in alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030 and the country’s long-term objectives in digital economy development, smart city initiatives, and industrial modernization.Lai Sun Group is a Hong Kong-based diversified conglomerate with business footprint across Greater China and selected international markets. Its core businesses encompass property development and investment, hospitality, media & entertainment, and alternative investment. The Group owns and operates a sizeable portfolio of institutional-quality assets in Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Shanghai, and the United Kingdom and is widely recognized for its strong capabilities in long-term asset management, complex project development, and building ecosystems within the businesses.Statements from the Chairmen:Sheikh Abdulla bin Khalid Al Thani, Chairman of KBN Holding Group, commented:“This strategic partnership with Lai Sun Group represents a major milestone in KBN’s efforts in continued transformation from a traditional asset-focused investment company into a technology-driven company. The Gulf is currently at a stage of economic diversification and digitalization. Through this platform, we seek to introduce proven technology capabilities into the regions and to integrate them deeply with local industries, thereby creating sustainable, long-term industrial value. This initiative fully aligns with KBN's long-term strategic direction and contributes to the Qatar National Vision 2030.Dr. Peter Lam, Chairman of Lai Sun Group, commented:”Lai Sun Group has, for decades, been deeply engaged in the development of Greater China and has accumulated extensive experience in urban development, managed diverse business models, and capital allocation & investment. We are pleased to partner with KBN Holding Group, which possesses a solid track record and a clear strategic vision in the Gulf regions. We are excited to witness the region entering a new phase of growth driven by the local government and corporate initiatives. Through this platform, we look forward to supporting more of China’s leading technology enterprises in their global expansion, while creating a value-creation platform for the long-term economic and industrial development of the regions.”First Investment: Kyligence—a leading China AI enterprise application companyThe parties further confirm the first investment in Kyligence, a leading enterprise data intelligence and artificial intelligence company from China.Kyligence is a recognized leader in the field of “Data + AI for Enterprise”, providing enterprise-grade platforms covering data infrastructure, metrics systems (Metrics Store), and AI-driven decision intelligence. To date, the company has raised approximately USD 100+ million to date from a number of leading global institutional investors, including Coetue, Eight Road Venture, Shunwei Capital (backed by Xiaomi), Shanghai Pudong Development Bank International, and others. They are widely regarded as a late-stage, near-unicorn enterprise software and AI platform company in China’s AI enterprise technology sector.Kyligence had served hundreds of large enterprise customers, including Fortune Global 500 companies and leading bank, insurance, retail, manufacturing, and consumer companies. Its platforms are currently operating stably in PB-scale data environments and are widely deployed at the enterprise level for operational analysis, decision support, and AI scenarios.The company’s core technological strengths include:Big Data Platform and Manage— the semantic engine for AI-ready data to transform fragmented enterprise data into a unified, high-performance semantic layer, providing the trusted data foundation required for analytics and AI applications.Metrics Graph & Context Engine—an enterprise-grade platform to enrich governed data into business context, label it, and bring domain expertise on top of enterprise data to build AI-ready data assets.AI Agent for Frontier Managers—enable management users to interact with enterprise data through natural language, supporting automated analysis, root-cause diagnosis, and decision recommendations.In large-scale deployments across the financial services and retail sectors, Kyligence’s solutions have delivered substantial improvements in management efficiency and have significantly reduced the time and operating costs associated with data analysis and decision-making.Qatar First; Middle East Strategic DeploymentUnder this partnership, Kyligence will take the State of Qatar as its primary regional entry point to the Gulf regions, with an initial focus on government and semi-government entities, financial services institutions, retailers, and companies in support of their digital transformation and upgrading of enterprise governance. 

QNB has been named ‘Best Trade Finance Provider in Qatar for 2026’ by Global Finance magazine, reaffirming the group’s leadership in delivering innovative, reliable, and client-centric trade finance solutions.The recognition forms part of Global Finance’s 26th annual World’s Best Trade Finance Providers awards, which honour leading banks across multiple regions and categories. Winners were selected following an extensive evaluation process that included input from industry analysts, corporate executives, and technology experts, as well as an assessment of transaction volumes, global reach, customer service, competitive pricing, and advanced technological capabilities.QNB’s continued investment in digital platforms, automation, and risk-management solutions has strengthened its ability to support corporates, SMEs, and financial institutions engaged in cross-border trade. Through a comprehensive suite of trade and supply chain finance products and services, the group plays a key role in facilitating international commerce and supporting economic growth in Qatar and beyond.The award further reinforces QNB’s position as a trusted banking partner, leveraging its international network and deep market expertise to deliver world-class trade finance solutions tailored to the evolving needs of businesses. 

Ukraine's parliament appointed young technocrat Mykhailo Fedorov as defence ‌minister Wednesday as the government ‍seeks to drive innovation to strengthen the military during a difficult phase of the nearly four-year war.President Volodymyr ⁠Zelenskiy said he had ordered Fedorov, 34, ⁠to implement fast decisions to protect Ukraine's skies, strengthen supplies to the front ‍line and introduce other technological solutions to stop Russian advances."We immediately identified the first priorities for the ministry of defence. The main one is air defence," Zelenskiy said in a post on X after meeting Fedorov.The exhausted Ukrainian army is outmanned and outgunned on the battlefield after Russia's invasion in February 2022. Russian forces are steadily grinding forward in the eastern Donetsk region and trying to ‌punch through defence lines in the south and northeast.With diplomatic efforts to end the war failing to produce tangible results, Kyiv needs to strengthen its armed forces, which total around 1 ‍million personnel.Zelenskiy said "much broader changes" ⁠were needed in ‌the system for mobilising troops for the war."Decisions have already been made to ensure a more equitable distribution of personnel among combat brigades," he said.Parliament voted to extend martial law and mobilisation until May, the 18th time since Russia's full-scale invasion.Fedorov has already played an important role in shaping Ukraine's high-tech response to Russia's invasion in previous roles as the first deputy prime minister and digital transformation minister."Today, it is impossible to fight with new technologies using an old organisational structure," Fedorov told lawmakers before the vote, promising sweeping changes."Our goal is to change the ​system: to reform the army, improve infrastructure ‌on the front lines, eradicate lies and corruption, and make leadership and trust a new culture."Fedorov was instrumental ⁠in creating a "drone line" - a defensive ‍line of drones meant to inflict maximum damage on Russian troops. He also helped improve connectivity for Ukraine's forces at the front line by deploying Starlink terminals.Along with strengthening its defence efforts, Ukraine needs to implement big changes to stabilise the battered energy sector. Parliament appointed Denys Shmyhal, a former prime minister, as the new energy minister.Shmyhal, one ​of the country's most experienced government officials, faces the dual challenge of keeping Ukraine's lights on despite heavy Russian attacks while also cleaning up the energy sector.His predecessor was dismissed in November after anti-corruption agencies uncovered a scheme to skim $100mn from Ukraine's state nuclear energy company.Both new ministers take up their positions weeks after a corruption scandal in the energy sector that caused Ukraine's biggest wartime political crisis and led to widespread public anger at Zelenskiy's government. Following that, Zelenskiy replaced several security officials and ⁠placed a popular spy chief at the centre of his administration as his chief of staff. 

His Highness the Amir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad al-Thani discussed Wednesday with Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif the latest regional and international developments of joint interest, particularly de-escalation, enhancing dialogue, empowering peaceful solutions, and supporting diplomatic efforts aiming to support security and stability in the region. This followed a telephone call His Highness the Amir held with Prime Minister Sharif. They also dealt with discussed bilateral relations and the means to enhance them.The Pakistan Prime Minister's Office (PMO) reported that Sharif appreciated Qatar’s constructive and proactive role in promoting peace, dialogue, and mediation across the region, and acknowledged its meaningful efforts to defuse tensions through diplomatic solutions. He assured the Qatari leadership that Pakistan would also continue to play a positive role in maintaining regional peace and stability.The two leaders expressed satisfaction at the current trajectory of bilateral relations and reaffirmed their shared resolve to further strengthen these time-tested fraternal bonds, the PMO noted. 

Doha Bank has received the ‘Best Private Equity Offering – MENA’ award at the MEED MENA Banking Excellence, Wealth & Private Banking Awards 2025.The bank describes the award as “a distinguished recognition” that celebrates its excellence in delivering innovative private equity solutions and exceptional wealth management services to high-net-worth and institutional clients across the region.Organised by MEED, one of the region’s leading business intelligence and financial information platforms, the MENA Banking Excellence Awards honour outstanding institutions driving innovation, performance, and client-centric excellence in the financial sector.The Wealth & Private Banking edition, launched as the first regional awards dedicated exclusively to private banking and wealth management, spotlights banks that demonstrate a deep understanding of the complex needs of high-net-worth individuals and family offices, setting new benchmarks for service excellence in the Mena region.Doha Bank’s recognition in the Best Private Equity Offering category underscores its leadership in designing and managing high-value private equity opportunities tailored to clients’ objectives. The bank’s Private Banking and Wealth Management division has built a strong reputation for combining global investment access with local insight, ensuring that each opportunity is structured to achieve optimal value creation and sustainable growth.Sheikh Abdulrahman bin Fahad bin Faisal al-Thani, Group CEO, said: “Being awarded the ‘Best Private Equity Offering – MENA’ by MEED is a testament to the trust of our clients and the excellence of our teams. This recognition underscores Doha Bank’s commitment to offering world-class wealth management solutions that contribute to the prosperity of our clients and the sustainable growth of the region’s financial ecosystem. We take great pride in leading innovation that reflects both global best practices and Qatar’s strategic vision for financial excellence.”The accolade reflects Doha Bank’s strong corporate strategy focused on diversification, responsible investment, and innovation across its Wealth and Private Banking operations. The bank continues to enhance its product portfolio, strengthen regional partnerships, and introduce forward-looking investment structures that position it at the forefront of private banking excellence in the Mena region.The recognition by MEED adds to Doha Bank’s growing list of prestigious industry awards, reaffirming its position as one of Qatar’s leading financial institutions and a trusted regional partner in wealth management and investment advisory. 

The Digital Incubation Center (DIC) under the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT) announced the signing of an agreement with Ibtechar Digital Solutions LLC, supported by AlchemistX and Innovation Foundry. The initiative aims to develop and implement the operational framework for the centre as part of the ministry's efforts to strengthen innovation and digital entrepreneurship in Qatar.The agreement was signed by Eman al-Kuwari, Director of Digital Innovation at MCIT, and Nayef al-Ibrahim, Co-Founder and CEO of Ibtechar.Eman al-Kuwari stated: "This agreement aims to empower young Qataris and innovators to transform their ideas into successful ventures that contribute to building a diversified and sustainable digital economy. It is a practical step toward strengthening the digital business ecosystem by providing startups with the technical support, mentorship, and collaboration opportunities they need togrow and turn promising ideas into competitive projects at the regional and global levels."Nayef al-Ibrahim commented: "This partnership marks a pivotal milestone in Ibtechar's journey, as we bring our specialised expertise in designing, developing, and delivering entrepreneurial programmes and innovation-driven initiatives to support the startups housed within the Digital Incubation Center. Through this collaboration, we will empower entrepreneurs to develop robust business models, test their products, and connect with customers and markets more effectively. At Ibtechar, we firmly believe that an integrated ecosystem - bringing together advanced training, tailored mentorship, and specialised technical support - creates a stronger environment for startups to grow and scale, in line with Qatar National Vision 2030 and its commitment to fostering a diversified, knowledge-based economy. We are proud of this partnership and fully committed to supporting the centre's pathway to deliver tangible impact and measurable value for incubated startups."This agreement represents a significant step toward accelerating digital innovation and supporting digital entrepreneurship, aligning with the pillars of the Digital Agenda 2030. 

QNB Group has been recognised as Qatar’s Best Cash Management Bank 2025 by Euromoney during the Transaction Banking Awards ceremony held recently in London.The prestigious recognition reflects the group’s continued commitment to providing advanced cash management solutions that empower corporate and institutional clients to manage liquidity efficiently, optimise working capital, and enhance operational performance.Judged by Euromoney’s expert editorial team, the Transaction Banking Awards recognise institutions that demonstrate excellence and innovation across cash management, payments, trade finance, and digital transformation.The award also highlights the bank’s leadership in adopting innovative digital solutions to meet the evolving needs of clients, reinforcing its role as a trusted partner in driving the future of transaction banking.As part of its strategy, QNB continues to invest in cutting-edge technologies and digital platforms to deliver seamless, secure, and efficient banking experiences for its customers across its international network. 

Ericsson and Ooredoo Qatar have completed a proof of concept (PoC) for the Automated Energy Saver energy-performance feature, showcasing Ericsson's software solutions for Ericsson 5G Advanced Energy Efficiency and Management.The Automated Energy Saver functionality dynamically optimises resources and energy consumption based on real-time data related to traffic demand and network conditions. This functionality activates or deactivates radio resources based on user throughput, ensuring energy is saved during both low-traffic periods and times of high demand. It exemplifies intent-driven operations that achieve a balance between energy efficiency and user experience.In a span of one week, the PoC achieved a notable reduction of approximately 15% in radio power consumption while maintaining a consistent and high-quality user experience. The success of the PoC is a significant step towards the deployment of Ericsson 5G Advanced on Ooredoo Qatar’s network, reinforcing the progress towards the Qatar National Vision 2030 and supporting goals for more sustainable and intelligent connectivity.Hicham Siblini, Chief Technology and Infrastructure Officer at Ooredoo Qatar, said: “The proof of concept of Ericsson’s Automated Energy Saver represents Ooredoo Qatar’s journey towards a more advanced, intelligent and automated network. By enabling real-time intent-driven automation for more sustainable operations, Ooredoo will benefit from strengthened network intelligence while better serving our customers.”Petra Schirren, President Gulf at Ericsson Europe, Middle East & Africa, said: “Our proof of concept with Ooredoo Qatar shows the capabilities of Ericsson 5G Advanced and intent-based automation to drive energy-efficiency and deliver enhanced network performance.“Ericsson’s Automated Energy Saver functionality applies automation to optimise energy consumption based on real-time data while ensuring a seamless user experience. This progress helps build networks ready for rising capacity needs and long-term sustainability.”Ericsson and Ooredoo Qatar have an established history of joint projects, including nationwide 5G deployment and microwave backhaul and the earlier roll-out of the Ericsson Smart Connected Site aimed at reducing carbon emissions. The collaboration reflects strong alignment with Qatar National Vision 2030, contributing to national digitalisation and environmental goals. 

TechPreneur Solutions WLL, a Qatar-based innovation company, and ZT1 Technology Inc., a U.S. aerospace and energy innovator developing electrified propulsion and microgrid systems, have announced a strategic collaboration to integrate advanced artificial intelligence into ZT1’s electrification and energy platforms—bridging clean aviation, predictive operations, and intelligent energy management.ZT1 is leading the next era of sustainable aviation through its e-XL2 program, a fully electric aircraft developed with Liberty Aerospace. The collaboration with TechPreneur adds a new layer of intelligence to ZT1’s ecosystem, applying AI-driven analytics for fleet optimization, prognostic health monitoring, and energy management across both aerospace and microgrid applications.“Qatar offers a powerful environment to validate and scale future mobility solutions,” said Rwdah Al-Subaiey, Founder & CEO of TechPreneur Solutions. “By combining TechPreneur’s AI capabilities with ZT1’s electrified propulsion and energy technologies, we are enabling data-driven intelligence that improves reliability, efficiency, and sustainability—positioning Qatar as a catalyst for the GCC’s next generation of clean aviation and smart-energy innovation.”“ZT1 is building the foundation for the next era of electrified flight,” said Dr. Youcef Abdelli, Founder & CEO of ZT1 Technology. “Through this partnership, the operational data generated from our flight and energy platforms becomes a source of intelligence—optimizing fleet performance, maintenance planning, and route efficiency. It’s the same level of predictive capability that major airlines are looking to integrate into their next generation of operations.”The partnership establishes Qatar as TechPreneur and ZT1’s regional validation hub, supporting ground and flight test campaigns that will generate real-world data for AI-based optimization and performance improvement. Insights gained through this collaboration will feed new applications in energy management and microgrid operations, extending to airports, logistics hubs, and regional sustainability programs across the GCC.The collaboration also opens pathways to explore AI-driven operational intelligence for airline and fleet operators, including potential applications with regional aviation players to improve operational reliability and energy efficiency.For investors, the partnership represents a high-value opportunity at the intersection of AI, electrification, and aviation intelligence, connecting Qatar’s innovation ecosystem and the GCC’s sustainable-mobility vision with ZT1’s engineering leadership in electrified propulsion and smart-energy systems.About TechPreneur SolutionsTechPreneur Solutions WLL is a Qatar-based technology company specializing in applied artificial intelligence and digital innovation. The company develops advanced AI systems for aviation, energy, and enterprise applications—delivering operational intelligence and sustainable efficiency.About ZT1 TechnologyZT1 Technology Inc., a U.S. aerospace and energy innovator headquartered in Washington State, develops electrified propulsion and microgrid systems for next-generation aircraft and clean mobility. Its vertically integrated platforms combine propulsion, power electronics, and smart-energy systems to drive the transition toward sustainable flight and efficient energy infrastructure.Media ContactsTechPreneur Solutions – [email protected] Technology – [email protected]

Behind Japan’s futuristic Expo showcase lies a deeper goal: turning its domestic pavilions into real-world incubators that would spark breakthroughs in healthcare, digital technology, and green solutions for the future.This strategy is anchored by two distinct pillars – resource circulation and regenerative medicine – each presented in highly interactive and functional exhibition spaces at the Expo 2025 Osaka.According to organisers, the Japan pavilion, themed “Between Lives,” serves as the epicentre of this national strategy. Its architecture, divided into unique Plant, Farm, and Factory zones, symbolises the concept of “circulation,” a principle deeply embedded in Japanese culture and craftsmanship.Masafumi Sugano, deputy commissioner general for Japan’s Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry (METI) and director of the Expo’s International Office, told reporters that the pavilion operationalises cyclical resource management by tackling the issue of waste generated on-site.“Within the pavilion, we actually take rubbish, garbage, trash from the Expo site, we decompose it and turn it into clean water, and methane,” Sugano said. “Then we take the algae (developed from methane) and turn it into valuable products.”This functional system, he noted, shows how Japan interprets the circular economy, focusing not just on recycling, but on creating business-viable, productive systems that remain responsible to the global climate.“It shows how we interpret the circular economy in Japan, which is something that I’m sure would be interesting for Qatar,” he added.Sugano said the commitment to circularity extends to the structure itself, pointing out that the wooden panels used in the pavilion’s architecture are designed to be repurposed across Japan once the event concludes.Adding a playful touch to this environmental pledge, the pavilion also features an array of algae – 32 unique types – some represented as popular, adorable Hello Kitty characters, flourishing in a warmly lit “forest of the future”.Complementing the focus on green innovation, the Pasona Natureverse pavilion explores the future of healthcare, highlighting revolutionary regenerative medicine based on Induced Pluripotent Stem cells (iPS).iPS technology allows adult cells to be “reprogrammed” back to a pluripotent state, enabling scientists to differentiate them into any required cell type. This breakthrough, discovered by Nobel Laureate Dr Shinya Yamanaka in 2009, forms the basis of two groundbreaking exhibits.Carla Alonso from the Pasona Group presented the iPS Heart, an artificial heart model created by transforming some 200 million skin adult stem cells into beating heart muscle tissue.“What you see here is essentially an artificial model of a heart... beating completely by itself without any electrical impulse,” she said.While the exhibit currently displays only the heart muscle tissue, she said the goal is to use this technology within the next 50 years to completely reproduce whole hearts from a patient’s own cells, significantly reducing the high rate of rejection associated with traditional heart transplants.However, a more immediate application is the iPS Heart Muscle Sheet, which Alonso described as functioning ‘a little bit like a band aid’. She said this sheet is applied to cardiac tissue damaged by heart failure, where it re-integrates into the surrounding tissue and promotes regeneration.“In around two weeks, new capillary networks can be created and the heart can start to function normally again,” Alonso said. She noted that the technology is already further along; the company behind the specific exhibit, CUORIPS, has completed a successful human trial and has applied for government permission to begin making this a real treatment, positioning it for potential use far sooner than the full iPS Heart.The theme of transforming society continues at the Osaka Healthcare Pavilion, themed “Reborn,” which offers visitors a tangible glimpse into urban life in 2050.The interactive ‘Reborn experience’ route captures visitors’ individual health data via a body analysis pod, subsequently generating an avatar showing them their personalised health and lifestyle 25 years in the future. The exhibit pools Osaka’s collective wisdom, technology, and ideas on future cities, food, and culture, creating a powerful, personalized experience.From personalised healthcare stations like the Cell Design Station and Eye Care station to interactive projections of future cities, the Osaka pavilion highlights that Japan’s Expo presence is not merely about showcasing technology, but about defining, developing, and deploying the systems needed to support a thriving, sustainable, and healthy future society.