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Sentiment towards generative AI is overwhelmingly positive in the UAE, new research shows. This enthusiasm aligns with global trends showing high consumer awareness and excitement about AI. According to new research by Boston Consulting Group (BCG), titled “Consumers Know More About AI than Business Leaders Think”, consumers’ knowledge and excitement about AI is surprisingly high. BCG’s research is based on a survey conducted by BCG’s Center for Customer Insight to measure the level of awareness of AI and GenAI, as well as usage and sentiment among 21,000 respondents from 21 countries across six continents. It also explored questions relevant to…
HBO’s much-anticipated Harry Potter series has taken a significant step forward with the announcement of its showrunner and director. Francesca Gardiner, known for her work on HBO’s Succession and His Dark Materials, will serve as the writer and showrunner, while Mark Mylod, acclaimed for directing episodes of Game of Thrones and Succession, will helm multiple episodes. Both Gardiner and Mylod bring their experience and accolades to the project, having garnered Emmy awards for their contributions to HBO’s acclaimed series. Gardiner’s previous projects also include producing credits on Killing Eve and The Rook, while Mylod has also directed for shows like…
Some of the cigarette smokers in UAE are getting addicted to vaping in a bid to quit smoking. However, doctors warn that it is a myth that vaping is less harmful than smoking and it helps people quit smoking. The UAE has strict laws in place for anti-smoking and it is prohibited to smoke in the presence of a child. There are also strict penalties for selling tobacco products to children with fines and imprisonment stipulated in the UAE laws. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Anastasia Armali, who started smoking at a…
The UAE will take on Iran, Qatar, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan and North Korea in Group A in the third round of Asia’s 2026 World Cup qualifiers. The third round of the World Cup qualifiers begin on September 5 and run until June 10. Eighteen Asian teams will be vying for eights World Cup spots. The teams have been divided into three groups of six each. The winners and runners-up in each group qualifying automatically for the finals in Mexico, the United States and Canada. The third and fourth place finishers in each group will advance to a fourth round in which…
Abu Dhabi, June 25, 2024 – CEO Clubs proudly mark another milestone achievement with a successful visit to the Cuban Embassy in Abu Dhabi. This exclusive event brought together esteemed members to foster stronger economic and cultural ties between the UAE and Cuba. His Excellency Norberto Carlos Escalona Carrillo, the Ambassador of Cuba, warmly welcomed the delegation and delivered an insightful presentation on Cuba’s investment landscape with the key highlights of investment Information, opportunities, regulations, procedures, trade engagement, and guarantees The event saw participation from notable members including VFS Global, Vision Exports Fze, Raj Group of Companies, Amplus Mortgage Consultants,…
Magic Keyboard for iPad Pro (2024) MSRP $299.00 “Apple’s new Magic Keyboard for the iPad Pro is expensive, yes, but it’s also one of the very best iPad accessories you can buy.” Pros Lovely design Fantastic build quality Great typing experience Trackpad stands out Function keys, finally! Cons It loves to wobble The white model gets dirty easily Whew, it’s expensive For the better part of the past three years, I’ve had a love-hate relationship with Apple’s keyboard accessories, especially the pricey ones with the word Magic in their name. They look cool, to this day, all thanks to that…
Two girls studying in Dubai schools, Karin Belbeisi and Christina Rach, have qualified for the upcoming Olympics in Paris. After years of swim training, 15-year-old Belbeisi and 16-year-old Rach will compete for their nations this summer. Karin Belbeisi, a member of the elite swimming programme at GEMS Wellington Academy – Al Khail, will represent her home country Jordan in the 400-metre freestyle event. She said: “I am so excited to represent Jordan at the Paris Olympics. It is a dream come true!” Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. She participated in the 19th…
The death toll from a batch of illegal alcohol that devastated a town in southern India last week has risen to 63, police said on Thursday. Hundreds of people die every year in India from cheap alcohol made in backstreet distilleries, but this case in Tamil Nadu state is one of the deadliest in recent years. Others have been blinded after drinking the locally made “arrack” which was laced with methanol in the state’s Kallakurichi district. Top district police chief Rajat Chaturvedi told AFP that 63 people had died in this case. More than 100 people were initially taken to…
After impressing the audience with his performance in Ishq Vishk Rebound, actor Rohit Saraf has reportedly joined the cast of Thug Life. The film is helmed by Mani Ratnam. While details of Saraf’s role remain under wraps, a source said, “Rohit has already started shooting for the film and will be seen playing a key catalyst in the story.” The source added, “Mani Ratnam is expected to call it a film wrap by August 2024. The makers are looking at a December 2024 release at this point of time.” The film is touted as a gangster drama. Thug Life stars…
The founder of Georgia’s ruling party, billionaire former Prime Minister Bidzina Ivanishvili, said on Thursday he would donate 30 million lari ($10.7 million) to the national soccer team after they upset Portugal to qualify for the Euro 2024 last 16. In a statement, his Georgian Dream party said Ivanishvili congratulated the team and pledged the money from his charitable foundation in recognition of what he called a “historic and dream victory”. Ivanishvili, who is worth $4.9 billion, pledged a further 30 million lari if Georgia beat Spain in the last 16 on Sunday. Born in Georgia, Ivanishvili made his fortune…