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As artificial intelligence (AI) increasingly enters every phase of our lives, it has also become a critical tool in the hands of marketers and advertisers to finetune and personalise their campaigns to target specific audiences. “Leveraging the power of AI, marketers can now create highly targeted and personalised advertising campaigns through advanced data analysis and segmentation. Ads are also made more relevant by personalising them based on user behaviour, preferences and demographics. This is noteworthy as AI-powered algorithms can analyse massive amounts of data to forecast consumer behaviour and trends,” Arnaud Verchere, Group CEO at Tonic International and Chairman of…
During Ramadan, numerous charitable organisations and initiatives emerge, each with a noble mission to support those in need. From providing essential food aid to offering critical healthcare services, these efforts embody the true essence of Ramadan — a time for reflection, gratitude, and giving back to those less fortunate. Al Jalila Foundation Al Jalila Foundation, in collaboration with Costa Coffee, invites you to participate in the Basma Ramadan campaign. By purchasing a gift card through the Costa Club app, with a nominal fee of Dh15, you can contribute to this initiative. For every Dh50 spent on the gift card, Dh5…
John Catlin (US) took a four on the second playoff hole to win the $2 million International Series Macau presented by Wynn at Macau Golf & Country Club on the Asian Tour. Catlin, who shot an 11-under-par 59 in the third round to become the first player to break 60 on the Asian Tour, backed that up on Sunday with a typically tenacious performance – which culminated in him winning after getting up and down for a birdie four on 18 after David Puig missed his four from five feet. The pair had ended the tournament tied on 23 under…
Even when it’s not the primary destination, Hulu is still easily among the best mainstream platforms to stream some of the best anime available. It’s an especially great supplement for audiences already fans of the streamer’s live-action originals, boasting impressive diversity in its anime offerings across film, TV, and various genres. For customers who aren’t subscribed, the Disney Bundle is more than worth consideration to back up Hulu’s anime library. This package deal gives viewers countless hours of content through Disney+, ESPN+, and the base ad-supported Hulu plan. Fans will have access to all the Star Wars, Marvel Studios, National…
The head of Israeli intelligence is expected to lead ceasefire talks with mediators which resume in Qatar on Sunday in direct response to a new proposal from Hamas, a source close to the talks told Reuters on Saturday. The talks between Mossad head David Barnea, Qatar’s prime minister and Egyptian officials will focus on remaining gaps between Israel and Hamas including over prisoner releases and humanitarian aid, the source said. Israel had said on Friday it would be sending a delegation to Doha, but did not spell out when it would do so or who would take part. Prime Minister…
Diverging fortunes for the massive technology and growth names that have propelled the US stock market higher are throwing a spotlight on their pricey valuations. The so-called “Magnificent Seven” are collectively trading at an average of 33 times their expected earnings for the next 12 months, up from 26 at the end of 2022, according to LSEG Datastream. That compares with a price-to-earnings ratio of about 21 for the benchmark S&P 500 index, which has risen over 7 per cent this year. Investors last year were happy to pay up for the megacaps, given the companies’ solid balance sheets and…
Try, try and try till you succeed. Third time lucky. Two expressions that fit the bill where Amazon’s Alexa Echo devices are concerned. Amazon has been at it for quite a while now, trying to build the perfect Echo, its smart speaker with in-built Alexa digital assistant. Several iterations of Echo Pops, Echo Dots, Echo Dots with clocks, Echo Taps, Echo Looks, Echo Spots, Echo Pluses and Echo Shows later, it has finally hit upon a version that, to use a simile taken out of the Lord of the Rings, is the one Echo to rule them all. The Echo…
Mauricio Pochettino pleaded with Chelsea fans to “trust” him and show support for Raheem Sterling after the pair were booed during Sunday’s FA Cup quarterfinal win against second-tier Leicester. Pochettino’s side survived a scare from 10-man Leicester as they blew a two-goal half-time lead at Stamford Bridge, before salvaging a dramatic 4-2 victory. Goals from Marc Cucurella and Cole Palmer had put Chelsea in control, but Axel Disasi’s comical own goal and Stephy Mavididi’s superb equaliser sparked a furious response from angry Chelsea supporters. Already frustrated by their inconsistent team’s slump to 11th place in the Premier League, the Blues…
Stop-motion animation is one of the most creative and beloved subgenres — and it only seems to get better with time. The greatest movies in this category showcase the hard work and artistry of the inventive minds behind these stories, which often take a long time to commit to film. Each frame is a painstakingly crafted work of art, all aimed at creating immersive worlds full of unforgettable narratives and characters. From obscure modern classics like The Wolf House to genre-defining masterpieces like The Nightmare Before Christmas, the best stop-motion animated movies highlight the full potential of the medium to…
As the holy month of Ramadan continues, retailers are stepping up their game in launching promotions and offers to cater to the increased demand from shoppers. Data from GfK, a global market intelligence company, for the overall technical consumer goods market in the UAE an eight per cent uplift was witnessed during March and April last year compared to the other non-sale periods. This year, the trend is likely to be along similar lines. With altered eating and sleeping schedules during Ramadan, there is a noticeable shift in shopping hours. Malls and markets may stay open later into the night,…