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Qatar 2022 innovation could be future of public security at major events: FIFA

Security was a central element in the decade-long preparation for the World Cup, which saw Qatar partner with defence entities from the region and beyond. The future of public security…

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On to the next: Sales for Arabian Gulf Cup tickets kick-off

Iraq will host its first major football tournament after decades of absence The Arab world’s most victorious football teams will soon be kicking off for the 25th Gulf Cup as…

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FIFA confirms probe into ‘unauthorised’ Salt Bae pitch antics at World Cup final

Last week, the Turkish chef found his way onto the pitch as players were celebrating with family members at Lusail Stadium after Argentina defeated France 4-2 in arguably one of…

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Artificial Intelligence to help control crowds and climate at Qatar World Cup

The ‘connected stadium’ idea is the first of its kind to be deployed at a World Cup. A one-of-a-kind technological centre has been established in Qatar that employs Artificial Intelligence (AI)…

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Reports on Qatar’s mandatory service at World Cup ‘misleading’: sources

As Qatar gears up to host Middle East’s first World Cup this November, it has partnered with various countries to help maintain the security of the event. Qatar’s national service…

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NATO to help secure Qatar World Cup 2022

About 1.2 million tickets have been purchased for the World Cup, with 40 million applications submitted to attend the tournaments. NATO confirmed on Thursday that it will assist Qatar in…

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Qatar, Turkey team up to discuss security at FIFA World Cup 2022

FIFA World Cup organisers estimate that about 1.5 million visitors will attend the football event. Qatari and Turkish delegations held a meeting in Doha on Sunday to discuss security matters…

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