Here’s why you should ditch X for Bluesky
Bluesky introduces custom algorithms, Labelers, and Starter Packs to personalise the social media experience, putting users in control of their feeds and content.
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How to make a Bluesky account in under a minute
Download the Bluesky app, sign up, and set up your profile in minutes! Bluesky is now open for everyone, offering a fresh take on social networking.
Will Bluesky’s rise end Elon Musk’s X?
Millions are swapping X for Bluesky’s fresh, decentralised approach, pushing Musk’s platform into uncharted waters. Follow The Thursday Times on Bluesky for the latest on this digital transformation.
Dubai’s new diabetes centre to double capacity with AI-powered care by 2026
Dubai unveils plans for a 2026 diabetes centre that will double patient capacity, supporting the city’s growing healthcare needs with cutting-edge technology.
Eric Trump’s Abu Dhabi Bitcoin bombshell set to shake up crypto industry
Donald Trump's son, Eric Trump, is set to speak at the largest Bitcoin event in the Middle East — Abu Dhabi's Bitcoin MENA — in order to highlight Bitcoin adoption in the Arab countries, with Prince Filip of Serbia set to speak as well.
Dogecoin gains 30% overnight as investors bet on Musk-led crypto shift
Dogecoin gains 30% overnight as crypto investors hope for Musk-led DOGE Department under Trump; optimism for regulatory relaxation fuels market surge.
Bitcoin surges past record $81,000 mark under Trump election boost
Bitcoin surges past $81,000 post-Trump election as crypto investors anticipate regulatory relaxation; a pro-crypto Congress boosts momentum in digital assets.
Saudi launches AI guide SARA to transform tourist experience
Saudi Tourism Authority launches SARA, an AI-powered guide offering travellers insights on Saudi cultural sites, enhancing the digital tourism experience.
Wall Street and crypto traders ride high on Trump-fuelled boom
Trump’s election sparks a historic Wall Street and crypto rally, with banks, small-cap stocks, digital assets, and energy firms gaining from expected deregulation and pro-business policies.
UAE mandates nationwide measles booster campaign for children
The UAE has mandated a nationwide measles booster campaign to safeguard public health and align with global eradication goals, focusing on high immunisation rates for children. Schools are urging parents to prioritise vaccinations.
