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Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB) has announced a strategic collaboration with DIFC Innovation Hub to accelerate FinTech adoption. The programme is designed to connect corporates and financial industry leaders with some of the most innovative FinTech start-ups in the region to accelerate innovation adoption across verticals. The collaboration seeks to create proof-of-concept (PoC) projects, where DIFC Innovation Hub will provide support to ADIB in collaborating with the shortlisted FinTechs to ensure successful implementation. This collaboration establishes a dedicated programme to help ADIB discover and implement cutting-edge FinTech solutions to accelerate innovation within their organisation and external offerings. As part of…

Celine Dion, renowned for her powerhouse vocals and enduring career, was visibly moved to tears on Monday night at the New York screening of her documentary, I Am: Celine Dion. The event, held at Lincoln Center’s Alice Tully Hall, culminated in a heartfelt standing ovation from the audience, according to Billboard. “Thank you to all of you, from the bottom of my heart, for being part of my journey,” Dion said, adding, “This movie is my love letter to each of you. I hope to see you all again very, very soon.” Directed by Academy Award-nominee Irene Taylor, I Am:…

The JBL Clip 4 is just about the cutest waterproof Bluetooth speaker we’ve ever seen, and Walmart is knocking some dollars off its price tag. While this deal lasts, you’ll be able to score the Clip 4 for only $45. Usually, this padlock-sized audio device is around $80, so do yourself a favor and put the $35 you’ll save toward a new pool float! Why you should buy the JBL Clip 4 speaker Summertime fun conjures images of pool parties, BBQs, and excursions to the beach. We’re also betting you can close your eyes and think of your favorite summer…

Registration for the next Haj season — Haj 2025 — will open from the beginning of September 2024, the General Authority for Islamic Affairs, Endowments and Zakat (Awqaf) announced on Wednesday. The registration will be valid provided the applications for the pilgrimage are submitted through the Authority’s smart application and website. The pilgrims wrapped up this year’s Haj on Tuesday, June 18, with the third day of the symbolic stoning of the devil. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channels. Around 1.8 million pilgrims reportedly performed Haj this year, with 1.6 million coming from…

At least four people were killed and 120 injured Tuesday in a 4.9 magnitude earthquake that hit Iran’s northeastern city of Kashmar, state media reported. The quake struck at 1:24 pm (0954 GMT), Kashmar’s governor, Hajatollah Shariatmadari, who gave the casualty toll, said on state television. Stay up to date with the latest news. Follow KT on WhatsApp Channel Thirty-five people were hospitalised, he said, adding the quake damaged mostly dilapidated buildings in urban and rural areas of the city. State television aired footage of the aftermath of the quake showing first responders working in a street where all buildings…

Zoho Corporation, a fast-growing Indian enterprise software firm, said its decision to invest millions of dollars in the UAE and Saudi Arabia underscored the company’s long-term commitment to the region and its strategic growth objectives. The UAE and Saudi Arabia, two key markets in the GCC, offer immense opportunities for tech companies like Zoho to expand their footprint and engage with a diverse range of businesses across various industries, says Sridhar Vembu, the CEO of Zoho Corporation. Recently, Zoho opened the first two Middle East data centres in Saudi Arabia to ensure local data is stored within the geographical boundaries…

Born and raised in Paris, France, the Emirati music producer known as icekream has been immersed in the music scene since his early teens, starting as a DJ at just 13. By the age of 24, icekream, originally named Issam Freiha, committed himself fully to his musical aspirations, launching a unique Trap music initiative on Soundcloud. Embracing the burgeoning Trap scene, his distinctive sound quickly garnered a dedicated international following and led to collaborations with both underground pioneers and mainstream icons, such as Wyclef and Diplo. Now, in partnership with Cuban artist El Larra, the music producer has released his…

After a shaky start to England’s European Championship campaign that had critics questioning his starting spot, Phil Foden insists his partnership with Jude Bellingham will only flourish. England, who sit atop Group C, face Denmark on Thursday in Frankfurt and close out the group stage against Slovenia on June 25. Foden was a headliner this past Premier League season, pouring in 27 goals for Manchester City across all competitions to win Premier League Footballer of the Year honours. But lining up on the left of a front three in England’s 1-0 win over Serbia, with Jude Bellingham occupying the central…

If you’re only going to sell one car, you’d better make it count. The Lucid Air electric car finally took flight in 2020 after years in financial limbo. While Lucid plans to launch an SUV called the Gravity and a line of smaller, more mainstream models, the Air remains Lucid’s sole product nearly four years after its launch. The Air has evolved in that time, adding multiple configurations that allow this one car to fill several niches. Lucid has changed the Air lineup multiple times since the car’s launch, and is doing it again for the 2024 model year. The…

Indian authorities said on Wednesday they were impounding a Som Group distillery and temporarily suspending the plant’s manufacturing licences after the federal child rights agency found 59 children working at the site illegally. Police launched an investigation into Som after the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR) last week found 39 boys and 20 girls working at the factory. The agency also released photos of children’s hands it said showed burns due to contact with chemicals. “We have sent the police force to ensure there are no issues during the sealing process,” Vikas Kumar Shahwal, a senior Madhya…