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Qatar Airways Unveils “Qsuite Next Gen” At Farnborough Airshow

The Airline also showcased its Boeing 787-9 aircraft and revealed four new luxurious Qatar Executive Gulfstream G700 jets.

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7 months ago

July 25, 2024

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On the first day of the Farnborough International Airshow 2024, Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer revealed the latest “Qsuite Next Gen” alongside Sama – the world’s first AI cabin crew member.

During the announcement, Qsuite Next Gen’s new and enhanced features were showcased, including fully customizable Quad Suites, window aisle Companion Suites, 4K OLED in-flight entertainment (IFE) screens, plus increased space and privacy for each suite.

Qatar Airways Group Chief Executive Officer, Engr. Badr Mohammed Al-Meer announced: “We are excited to have finally revealed the long-awaited Qsuite Next Gen at the Farnborough International Airshow. Qatar Airways has once again raised the bar for its award-winning product, the Qsuite. We look forward to welcoming media and partners to our stand throughout the week to experience the future of business class travel with the World’s Best Business Class onboard the World’s Best Airline”.

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Onboard rest and relaxation have also been enhanced with increased dining space, taller, digitally controlled dividers for improved privacy, and larger lie-flat beds. In addition, Qsuite Next Gen offers a huge array of customization options, including ambient lighting to privacy controls, along with upgraded touchscreen Passenger Control Units.

Qsuite Next Gen will first appear on the Qatar Airways Boeing B777-9. The new aircraft will be in service by 2025. Meanwhile, the Farnborough Airshow presentation also saw execs show off the current Boeing 787-9 aircraft with its Adient Ascent Business Class Suite, equipped with privacy doors, wireless device charging, and luxurious 79-inch lie-flat beds.

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While highlighting the various centerpieces of his airline’s stand, Engr. Al-Meer stated: “Qatar Airways is also showcasing its state-of-the-art Boeing B787-9 Dreamliner and Qatar Executive’s all-new Gulfstream G700. We continue to build on our promise of delivering unparalleled excellence in each and every iteration of our products and services. We welcome all visitors to experience the latest era of Qatar Airways at the prestigious Farnborough International Airshow this week”.

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STARZPLAY Partners With Seekr To Enhance AI Streaming

Seekr’s AI technology will enhance content discovery on STARZPLAY, with mood-based search, AI-driven recommendations, and more.

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9 hours ago

February 5, 2025

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Streaming on STARZPLAY has just received a major upgrade. The popular subscription video-on-demand service has teamed up with Seekr, an AI-as-a-Service provider, to introduce a more intuitive and personalized content discovery experience. Starting March 2025, STARZPLAY viewers will spend less time browsing and more time watching, thanks to an AI-powered search tool designed to match content with their moods.

Seekr’s advanced GenAI technology, integrated with its SeekrFlow Enterprise AI platform, will introduce a sentiment-based search feature that allows users to find content simply by typing keywords that reflect how they’re feeling.

“STARZPLAY is dedicated to enhancing the entertainment experience for our users. This collaboration with Seekr empowers you to take charge of your entertainment journey like never before,” said Maaz Sheikh, CEO of STARZPLAY, adding: “The introduction of sentiment search and improved profiling is merely the beginning of our efforts to utilize AI in transforming how individuals discover and enjoy content”.

Beyond sentiment-based search, STARZPLAY is rolling out deep-learning search capabilities, AI-powered chatbots, and metadata extraction — technologies that will refine user profiles and offer highly personalized recommendations. Viewers can also expect real-time subtitles, content highlights, and smarter search functions that align with their unique interests.

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By leveraging Seekr’s machine learning expertise, STARZPLAY aims to revolutionize how content is delivered, discovered, and consumed. The end goal? A more engaging and seamless viewing experience that keeps users connected to the content they love.

“We are excited to partner with STARZPLAY to introduce AI-driven technology and services to viewers. Together, we aim to realize a shared vision of creating user experiences that are more relatable, seamless, and superior than ever before. We look forward to witnessing how STARZPLAY users adopt these innovative methods of discovering content with enhanced relevance and precision,” remarked Rob Clark, President of Seekr.

As part of STARZPLAY’s 2025 growth strategy, the integration of AI solutions will further cement its position as a leader in the streaming industry, while at the same time solidifying Seekr’s position as the platform’s exclusive SaaS partner in the GCC region.