Media

Media

Red Sea Global And Warner Bros. Discovery Unite On Red Sea Coral Documentary

  Red Sea Global (RSG), the developer behind regenerative tourism destinations The Red Sea and AMAALA, has announced a collaboration with leading global media and entertainment company Warner ... Read More
Media

Exclusive premiere: 'The Walking Dead: The Ones who Live' streams exclusively on STARZPLAY

Mark your calendar for the highly-anticipated release on February 26th, streaming simultaneously with US debut Fans of The Walking Dead franchise rejoice as the highly anticipated series "The ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global In A Bold Move Takes Up The Digital Rights Of ‘The Kerala Story’; The Hard-Hitting, Theatrical Sensation To Release On ZEE5 Global On 16th February

   ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, announced today the world digital premiere of the much awaited, The Kerala Story  ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY To Stream The 2024 Six Nations To Rugby Fans Exclusively Across MENA

  Following its exclusive coverage of the 2023 Rugby World Cup, STARZPLAY, one of the leading video-on-demand subscription (SVOD) services in the region, is bringing rugby ... Read More
Media

The Most Successful Comedy Franchise, ‘Khichdi 2: Mission Paanthukistan’ To Stream On ZEE5 Global

  ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, announced the world digital premiere of the much-awaited comedy drama, ‘Khichdi 2: Mission Paant ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Brings Cricket Mania To Global Viewers With The Second Season Of DP World ILT20 From January 19

  The pitch is ready for the biggest T20 cricketing event at the beginning of 2024, with the second edition of DP World International League T20 (ILT20) in UAE, streaming now on ZEE5 ... Read More
Media

Celebrating Friendship: The Buddy Network Stands Against Bullying

  Cartoon Network MENA proudly extends its collaboration with UNICEF MENA in a steadfast commitment to combat bullying. The network is thrilled to announce the continuation of the transformati ... Read More
Media

RT Enhances Its Presence In MENA Region Unveiling New Algerian Bureau And Statement UAE-Based Advertising During COP 28

  Expanding its physical presence and its audience reach, RT Arabic has demonstrated further commitment to the MENA region through the opening of its new Bureau in Algeria and the activation o ... Read More
Media

Blinx Digital Media Hub Launches To Empower Middle Eastern Youth With Elevated Storytelling And News

  Today marks the launch of blinx, the new digital media hub in the Middle East, empowering Middle Eastern youth with the finest in digital storytelling and news stories, offering fresh p ... Read More
Media

Amidst rising concern over climate change, majority of young Arabs say they will boycott brands that damage the environment

  65% of youth in GCC states, 58% in North Africa and 51% in Levant say they will support boycotting brands that damage the environment 71% of young Arabs say climate change is already im ... Read More
Media

COP28 To Drive Higher Demand For PR Services In UAE, Says Dubai-Based Virtue PR

MENA’s PR industry projected to double its value by 2030   Dubai-based Virtue PR expects a rapid surge in demand for PR services in the UAE this year, with the country’s upcomin ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Announces The World Digital Premiere Of Hit Kannada Campus Comedy ‘Hostel Hudugaru Bekagiddare’

  ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, is bringing forth the exclusive world digital premiere of the popular campus comedy film, ‘Hostel Hud ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY Partners With Lega Serie A, PureHealth & Image Nation Abu Dhabi To Launch Original Football Talent Show ‘The Italian Dream’

  Three Abu Dhabi-based organizations have partnered with Lega Serie A, Italy’s premier professional football league, to find the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region’s next ... Read More
Media

Enjoy a selection of outstanding entertainment this September on STARZPLAY

As September rolls in, STARZPLAY is set to keep you entertained with an exciting lineup of original content, new seasons, exclusive movies, and the latest episodes of your favourite shows. From grippi ... Read More
Media

Rivals India & Pakistan gear up for an epic showdown, set to unfold live on STARZPLAY

The longstanding rivalry between India and Pakistan on the cricket field has consistently delivered high-octane matches infused with intense moments, holding cricket fans in suspense. The two rivals g ... Read More
Media

Media Rotana, Dubai in Collaboration with Dubai Police and Nashama UAE Hosted a Photography Event with Nikon on Emirati Women's Day

In honour of Emirati Women's Day, Media Rotana, Dubai proudly hosted an enriching photography event, in collaboration with Nashama UAE and the Dubai Police General Command's Tourist Police Dep ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY adds Rugby World Cup 2023 to STARZPLAY Sports’ growing portfolio of premium sports rights

  STARZPLAY today announced that it has secured the exclusive MENA broadcast rights for Rugby World Cup 2023 in France (8 September – 28 October). The homegrown streaming service, whic ... Read More
Media

Asia Cup 2023 is coming to STARZPLAY, starting August 30

STARZPLAY has launched a special Annual Cricket Pack to bring even more value to cricket fans across the region. Watch the biggest cricket events live, all year round, wherever you are, and on an ... Read More
Media

The New Serie A Season Kicks Off This Saturday, Live And Exclusive On STARZPLAY Sports

  Football is back this weekend on STARZPLAY Sports as the new Serie A season kicks off on Saturday August 19th. All 380 matches will be broadcast across two channels dedicated to th ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY launches the first MENA fantasy sports game “STARZPLAY Fantasy Sports”

 STARZPLAY, one of the leading video-on-demand subscription services in the region, has launched STARZPLAY Fantasy Sports, the first free-to-play Web 3.0 fantasy sports game in MENA. STARZPLAY ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY announces the highly anticipated return of "Billions" in its seventh & final season

Fans across the MENA region can watch new episodes same time as the U.S., starting August 12   Excitement builds as fans eagerly anticipate the climactic conclusion of "Billions,&q ... Read More
Media

Escape the August heat with a new lineup of hit series & movies on STARZPLAY

  Looking for ways to enjoy August? Look no further and tune into STARZPLAY, one of the region’s top three subscription video-on-demand services. From new and exclusive series to first-t ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Announces The Release Of The Much-Anticipated Film ‘Haddi’

   ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, is all set to elevate the entertainment quotient for its audience with its most anticipated direct-to ... Read More
Media

Line Investments & Star Cinemas Join Hands

As prominent leaders in their respective industries, Line Investments & Property, the shopping mall development, and management arm of Lulu Group International and Star Cinemas have announced thei ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY partners with TPAY for Mobile Payments

 In an exciting collaboration, STARZPLAY, one of the region's top three subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) services, has announced a strategic partnership with TPAY, the leading payments pro ... Read More
Media

Snap Inc. Introduces ‘Lens Creator Rewards' to Inspire Creativity and Reward AR Creators

Given the incredible scale of augmented reality (AR) creation and engagement on Snapchat, the platform has announced the introduction of Lens Creator Rewards – a new program that empowers and re ... Read More
Media

A Modern-Day Tale Of Old-World Romance; Archie’r Gallery Now Streaming On ZEE5 Global

 ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, expands its rich Bengali library with the all-new blockbuster Archie’r Gallery. Directed b ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Announces The World Digital Premiere Of Zee Studios’ ‘Gadar: Ek Prem Katha,’ Restored In 4K And Dolby Atmos

 ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, announced the World Digital Premiere of Gadar: Ek Prem Katha in 4K with Dolby Atmos. Produced by ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Introduces ‘SharePlay’ To Enhance Collective Viewing Experiences With The OTT Premier Of Salman Khan-Starrer Blockbuster Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan!

 ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, introduced SharePlay with the OTT premiere of Salman Khan starrer blockbuster, Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan. The f ... Read More
Media

Arab youth name Qatar as their top ally among Arab nations in the 15th annual ASDA’A BCW Arab Youth Survey

Three GCC countries (UAE, Saudi Arabia and Qatar) appear in Arab youth’s top-five list of model nations for the first time since 2014 A full 87% of young Arab men and women say the FIFA Wor ... Read More
Media

Arab youth rank Saudi Arabia as a top-five model nation in the 15th annual ASDA’A BCW Arab Youth Survey

86% of Arab youth see Saudi Arabia as a ‘strong ally’ or ‘somewhat of an ally’ of their nation Saudi youth endorse efforts to diversify the Kingdom’s economy, encou ... Read More
Media

Nearly two-thirds of Arab youth say tensions between Iran and Israel and the West will lead to military conflict

Two-thirds say the Palestinian-Israeli conflict will not be resolved soon, while only a third say the Arab world gives it the attention it deserves Most Arab youth oppose normalisation of ties w ... Read More
Media

Arab youth say the UAE is the nation they would most like to live in and their own to emulate for the 12th straight year

One in four young Arabs across 53 cities in 18 Arab states name the UAE as the country they would most like to live in followed by the US and Canada UAE is most admired for its safe and secure e ... Read More
Media

Reflecting shifting geopolitical allegiances, Arab youth say Turkey and China are the top non-Arab allies of their country but the US still dominates Middle Eastern affairs

82% of Arab men and women aged 18 to 24 in 53 cities across 18 Arab states say Turkey is an ally of their nation, followed by China (80%); the US is ranked seventh and Russia ninth The US is stil ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Announces The World Digital Premiere Of Salman Khan Starrer – ‘Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan’

  ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content,  today announced the world digital premiere of Kisi Ka Bhai Kisi Ki Jaan on 23rd June 2023. After ... Read More
Media

Get your Fight on: Explore 'We've Got the Warriors' Movie Selection on STARZPLAY

  Are you ready to experience the thrill with STARZPLAY’s adrenaline-pumping line-up of movies? The platform ranked one of the region’s top three subscription video on demand servi ... Read More
Media

This Month, Stream The Champions League, Europa League, & Other Sports Finals Exclusively On TOD

• Stream Live - UEFA Europa League, UEFA Champions League, FA Cup, UEFA Women's Champions League, CAF Champions League, NBA final playoffs, Roland Garros French Open, UEFA u-20 World Cup &bul ... Read More
Media

Embracing empowered womanhood: STARZPLAY spotlights resilient female leads

STARZPLAY, one of the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand services, has curated an impressive lineup of femme fatale movies that showcase the strength, empowerment, and captivating perfo ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY to show UFC’s The Ultimate Fighter: Team McGregor vs Team Chandler

The ‘Notorious’ Conor McGregor makes his long-awaited return to the UFC in the brand-new season of the iconic series, The Ultimate Fighter starting Wednesday 31st May. This season could ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY records nearly 70% increase in viewership during Ramadan 2023

Ramadan entertainment continues to be in high demand and has driven growth in viewership during the Holy Month,  according to a recent viewership analysis by STARZPLAY, one of the region’s ... Read More
Media

29 Recipients of Doha Film Institute’s 2023 Spring Grants cycle announced at Cannes Film Festival

  29 inspiring projects by Arab and international filmmakers from 18 countries highlight DFI’s commitment to promoting independent voices in cinema. Four projects by Qatari and Qata ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY unveils Original film “Harley” starring Mohammed Ramadan: premiering exclusively following theatrical release!

STARZPLAY brings a gripping tale of redemption and love in the highly anticipated film 'Harley' to audiences as an exclusive STARZPLAY Original STARZPLAY, one of the region’s top 3 su ... Read More
Media

Need a hero? STARZPLAY’s got the heroes. Watch a line-up of your favourite heroes this week

Whether you're a fan of intense fight scenes, epic battles, or heroic journeys, these action movies offer something for everyone. Get ready to be thrilled and entertained by these adrenaline-fuele ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY releases a sizzling line-up of binge-worthy box sets this May

STARZPLAY has got stories for you! As one of the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand services, STARZPLAY is excited to bring subscribers a wide range of addictive box sets and STARZPLAY ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Announces The Bengali Original – Shabash Feluda Gangtok E Gondogol Starring Parambrata Chattopadhyay

  ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, has made interesting Bengali titles available at our fingertips. The library gets bigger and better ramping ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY Sports Presents An Unmissable Weekend Of Live Sport!

  Sports fans, get ready for an unforgettable weekend of live sport! STARZPLAY Sports is proud to present an exciting lineup of upcoming competitions that are guaranteed to leave you ... Read More
Media

Spirit of Forests' Show at SCRF 2023 Conveys an Inspiring Message on Conservation to Younger Generations

The Spirit of Forests, an entertaining action-musical, is roaming the halls of the Expo Centre at the ongoing 14th annual edition of the Sharjah Children’s Reading Festival (SCRF), uplifting the ... Read More
Media

AI is not yet Capable of making Emotive Choices, reassures Netflix Animated Series Producer at the Sharjah Animation Conference

Visitors to the inaugural Sharjah Animation Conference on Thursday were treated to some mind-boggling real-life stories behind the success of one of Netflix’s much-loved adult animated steampunk ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY Unveils May Line-up: Exclusive Movies Straight from Theatres

Get ready to binge on blockbuster movies this May with STARZPLAY – one of the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand services. With exclusive premieres and new releases, enjoy a diver ... Read More
Media

AI Killed the Radio Star, not really! 102.4 mirchi Introduces a Major Technological breakthrough in Radio

UAE adds yet another feather to its cap as 102.4 Mirchi launches a one of its kind innovations in commercial radio, a first in the world. On 27th April, 102.4 Mirchi, in the UAE is all set to change ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY to stream Sky News Arabia content

  New partnership brings Sky News Arabia to STARZPLAY’s subscriber base across MENA   STARZPLAY, ranked consistently among the region’s top three subscription video on d ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global Announces Its Next Original Fantasy Drama Series ‘Fireflies – Parth Aur Jugnu’

  ZEE5 Global, the world’s largest streaming platform for South Asian content, announced its next original fantasy drama series, ‘Fireflies – Parth aur Jugnu’ today. Di ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY Originals and Movie Premieres drop on the first day of Eid al-Fitr

STARZPLAY, one of the region’s top 3 subscription video on-demand services, will be streaming its Original drama "Wala Ghalta" as well as premiering the Egyptian comedy “Hashtag ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY unveils sizzling content line-up to keep you hooked before Eid

    As summer approaches, STARZPLAY, one of the leading subscription video on demand services in the region, turns up the heat with its sizzling entertainment lineup. From Ramadan spec ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY rounds off Ramadan with ‘Harb’ starring Ahmad Al Sakka and Mohammad Farrag

The star-studded series will be available for MENA subscribers starting April 12th As the Holy Month draws to a close, STARZPLAY, one of the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand servic ... Read More
Media

ASDA’A BCW wins ‘Middle East Consultancy of the Year’ at 2023 EMEA SABRE Awards

The annual ASDA’A BCW Arab Youth Survey won EMEA Innovation SABRE Gold for the second consecutive year for Best Agency Thought Leadership Initiative Organised by PRovoke Media, the SABRE Aw ... Read More
Media

New On Viu: Turkish Titles Arriving In Ramadan

Viu, PCCW’s leading pan-regional over-the-top (“OTT”) video streaming service, will host two new Turkish titles, including a Viu Original . Rohit D’silva, Chief Business Off ... Read More
Media

Mohamed Saad Returns To Ramadan Screens In Viu Original “X-Lance”

Viu, the OTT video streaming service operating in 16 markets across Asia, MENA, and South Africa, owned and operated by the PCCW Group, today announced legendary comedian Mohamed Saad’s return t ... Read More
Media

YAAP appoints Nandita Saggu as Partner to drive growth in the Middle East

A new-age specialized content and influencer marketing company, today announced the appointment of Nandita Saggu as Partner to help drive the company's growth and expansion in the Middle East. She ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY unveils its content line-up for Ramadan 2023

A selection of premium Arabic entertainment, exclusive new releases and comforting cooking shows STARZPLAY, ranked consistently among the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand servic ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY Sports promises an exciting weekend of live and exclusive sports

  This Saturday 18th and Sunday 19th, March there is something for everyone on STARZPLAY Sports with action from Serie A, Dutch League, UFC, and Pakistan Super League.   Saturday is ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY brings the biggest blockbusters, new series and premium Arabic and Turkish content this March

Entertainment lovers are in for a treat this March with STARZPLAY as the platform’s roster of content promises an incredible line-up all month long. From blockbuster movies, compelling new serie ... Read More
Media

Mena CSR Report 2022: UAE, KSA Continue to Take the Lead in Regional CSR'

Cicero & Bernay Communication Consultancy (C&B), a leading MENA agency headquartered in Dubai, in partnership with 3Gem Research and Insights, a global research partner, is proud to announce t ... Read More
Media

Memac Ogilvy Launches Pilot Red Academy Initiative to the American University of Beirut

Aiming to equip students with invaluable knowledge and hands-on experience as they prepare to enter the borderless communications industry Beirut, Lebanon, March 2023: Memac Ogilvy, the leading creat ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY Original KABOOS becomes number 1 show across MENA markets within first 48 hours of release

Kaboos, the first Arabic STARZPLAY original co-produced by Image Nation Abu Dhabi, has launched with resounding success just days after its premiere on the streaming platform Kaboos, the STARZPLAY ... Read More
Media

CHALHOUB GROUP STRENGTHENS ITS CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE ACROSS SAUDI ARABIA THROUGH LETTER OF INTENT WITH CHANNELS BY STC

Chalhoub Group signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with channels by stc, one of Saudi Arabia and the wider region’s leading companies in sales and distribution across the telecommunications sector. ... Read More
Media

Pakistan Super League returns for its eighth edition live on STARZPLAY

Back again for its 8th year, the highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) is kicking off with phase 1 in Karachi. The six teams, representing six cities in Pakistan, will go head-to-head with ma ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY to unveil the third episode of its first Arabic original series “Kaboos”

 STARZPLAY, ranked consistently among the region’s top three subscription video on demand services, is releasing the third episode of its runaway hit horror anthology “Kaboos” o ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY expands to Iraq, announces a new partnership with OTT platform Almanasa

 STARZPLAY, ranked consistently among the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand service, today announced its partnership with Iraq’s biggest OTT player Almanasa to provide STARZ ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY and WATCH IT enter a strategic partnership to bring the best of Arabic, Hollywood and Anime entertainment under one subscription

The partnership will see both platforms becoming a mirror of one another – with the addition of all WATCH IT content to the STARZPLAY platform and vice versa STARZPLAY will offer the WATCH ... Read More
Media

ASDA’A BCW Appoints Industry Expert Rami Halawani As Executive Vice President – Client Services

Rami Halawani, formerly ASDA’A BCW’s Regional Director – Levant & North Africa, joins back from Dubai Chambers, where he was Director – Marketing & Communications AS ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY launches its first Arabic original series, Kaboos, in collaboration with Image Nation Abu Dhabi

Ground-breaking series will feature five standalone episodes inspired by Arab folklore from the UAE, KSA, Kuwait and Egypt The horror anthology is produced by Yasir Al Yasiri and features a host ... Read More
Media

Watch all the action from the EA Sports Italian Super Cup and Supercopa Argentina on STARZPLAY Sports

  This week STARZPLAY Sports will be streaming live two finals from the region, The EA Sports Italian Super Cup from KSA and the Supercopa Argentina from the UAE. This year’s edition ... Read More
Media

Season 2 of American drama Your Honor starring Bryan Cranston to stream this month on STARZPLAY exclusively

The latest season of American legal drama Your Honor is dropping on STARZPLAY, the platform ranked consistently among the region’s top three subscription video on demand services. Season 2 will ... Read More
Media

Serie A is back with a bang this month, live and exclusive on STARZPLAY

  Serie A has returned and what a comeback, with 10 games on the first day back including the top of the table clash between Inter Milan and Napoli at the San Siro, where Napoli was defeated f ... Read More
Media

EA SPORTS™ AND ANGHAMI ANNOUNCE FIFA 23 GLOBAL IN GAME VANITY DROP

A custom Anghami designed vanity kit is now live in FIFA 23 Users can play The World’s Game in an Anghami designed kit in FIFA Ultimate Team, VOLTA and Pro-Clubs. Anghami Inc. (“Angh ... Read More
Media

Action-packed period drama, SAS Rogue Heroes, premieres exclusively on STARZPLAY on December 19

Adapted by Peaky Blinders creator, Steven King, SAS Rogue Heroes re-enacts the true story of the origins of one of the most celebrated military organisations in the world, the British Army Special Air ... Read More
Media

The ‘King” is back! Tyson Fury v Derek Chisora III streaming live and exclusively throughout MENA on STARZPLAY Sports

        Boxing fans are in for treat this weekend as two World Heavyweight title fights come to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, st ... Read More
Media

Online Subscription Model, MOOV by Al-Futtaim Celebrates One Year of Disrupting Mobility Market and First-ever Hybrid and EV Options

Promising mobility with a whole new level of flexibility, MOOV by Al-Futtaim has set a major precedent in the car subscription market and going by its first year of business performance results, the c ... Read More
Media

Snap partners with MENA's leading football voices for FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM

Leading broadcasters, digital publishers and creators host football news, updates and discussions on Snapchat   Snap Inc. has revealed an incredible line-up of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM m ... Read More
Media

SAMSUNG MENA LAUNCHES THE FIRST-EVER ROBLOX ‘SPACE CUP’ FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT

  In celebration of the much-anticipated football season, Samsung is set to give the MENA region its first-ever Roblox Space Cup tournament in December. Samsung released Space Tycoon, a virtua ... Read More
Media

Million, the First Blockchain-powered SocialFi Platform to Tap into the Creator Economy in the Arab World

Focusing on the Arab world creator economy, Million is aiming to unlock this economic opportunity in the region and contribute to reshaping its ecosystem thanks to the blockchain technology.   ... Read More
Media

Ras Al Khaimah successfully concludes participation at Global Media Congress

The Emirate’s stand was represented by Ras Al Khaimah Government Media Office, Ras Al Khaimah Tourism Development Authority, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone, and Marjan   ‘ ... Read More
Media

MENA Augmented Reality developers invite Snapchatters to celebrate the football season through immersive lenses

Snapchat is providing fans with the chance to capture and share key moments with their families and friends, before, during and after the world’s biggest sports celebration  To celebrate ... Read More
Media

ANGHAMI’S “SOUND OF SAUDI” TALENT HUNT IN COLLABORATION WITH TIKTOK RECEIVES SAUDI ARABIA MUSIC COMMISSION ENDORSEMENT

First-ever fully digital talent show takes TikTok by storm with strong support from regional celebrities Anghami’s “Sound of Saudi” has been endorsed by the Saudi Arabia Music Com ... Read More
Media

It all comes down to this! Watch the Pakistan v England ICC T20 World Cup Final on STARZPLAY

STARZPLAY has given cricket fans the best seats in the house to watch all the excitement and upsets of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, live from Australia. Cricket fans have been knocked for a s ... Read More
Media

Global Media Congress welcomes NEOM as Headline Sponsor

  Organized by the ADNEC Group in partnership with the Emirates News Agency, from 15-17 November Held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Mi ... Read More
Media

Snapchat and Strava launch a first-of-its-kind augmented reality experience for fitness enthusiasts

 Snap Inc. and Strava, a leading fitness networking community, have launched the Strava Activity Lens, a first-of-its-kind augmented reality experience that provides Snapchatters with a new and e ... Read More
Media

ANGHAMI BRINGS A VOICE FROM THE MIDDLE EAST INSPIRED BY DC ACTION ADVENTURE FILM “BLACK ADAM”

Known as Saudi Arabia’s hip-hop pioneer, Qusai releases soundtrack inspired by “Black Adam” Anghami announces a partnership with one of Saudi Arabia’s musical revolutionarie ... Read More
Media

Grow Your Followers with Engaging Content, says Social Media Expert at SIBF 2022

Aspiring young influencers at the 41st Sharjah International Book Fair received invaluable tips to make a breakthrough on social media platforms during a session titled, ‘Writing on Social Media ... Read More
Media

ZEE5 Global And LuLu Light Up Diwali In Dubai And KSA With Bollywood Star Huma Qureshi”

  The traditions and culture that tie South Asians worldwide together are deeply rooted in our festivities, and Diwali- The Festival of Lights, is one such festival that is celebrated globally ... Read More
Media

IMAX AND AMC CINEMAS EXPAND PARTNERSHIP WITH AGREEMENT FOR SIX NEW IMAX LOCATIONS IN SAUDI ARABIA

New Locations to Further Rapid Expansion of IMAX Network in Fast-Growing Global Market IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) and Saudi Cinema Company, operating as AMC Cinemas, today announced plans to fur ... Read More
Media

Snapchat introduces a new slate of features for Snapchat+

With this latest drop, Snapchat+ subscribers will now have access to more than 12 exclusive features More than 1 million Snapchat users have signed up for Snapchat+ so far    Snap I ... Read More
Media

Memac Ogilvy Veteran Returns as Agency's First Dedicated UAE CEO

Integrated marketing agency Memac Ogilvy has appointed Claus Adams as its UAE CEO as the agency pursues ambitious growth plans across its full suite of capabilities. Adams will work alongside and repo ... Read More
Media

AR in different dimensions: New report by Snap Inc. and IPSOS provides findings on ‘Aumentality Shift’ for UAE and KSA markets

 Although everyone has been talking about Augmented Reality for a while, many decision-makers continue to undervalue its possibilities. The recent "Augmentality Shift" study by IPSOS in ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY to stream all 45 matches from the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup

Ranked consistently among the region’s top 3 subscription video-on-demand services, STARZPLAY will stream every match from the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup in partnership with eVision, ... Read More
Media

ANGHAMI LAUNCHES “SOUND OF SAUDI” GLOBAL CONTEST ON TIKTOK

Music streaming platform launches search for new Saudi talents Winners get to record an original track and perform in the Kingdom Anghami, the leading music and entertainment streaming platform ... Read More
Media

imo Messenger Sees Significant Growth Potential in Saudi Arabia

imo, a world-renowned chat and instant messaging system has set its sight on the Saudi Arabia to further strengthen its presence in the region. A key reason for this is due to the fact that their user ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY to offer NBA League Pass to fans in the Middle East and North Africa 

STARZPLAY to offer all the action of the NBA season live and on demand, classic games, and extensive NBA programming Fans will have the flexibility to subscribe to monthly or season passes direct ... Read More
Media

Snap Inc. launches Family Center in Saudi Arabia in a joint collaboration with the General Commission for Audiovisual Media

In collaboration with the General Commission for Audiovisual Media (GCAM), Snap Inc. has launched Family Center in the Kingdom, making it one of the first Arab countries to launch the service. The ... Read More
Media

Watch rivals Inter Milan and AS Roma go head to head, live and exclusive on STARZPLAY Sports

Serie A is back with a bang this weekend following the international break. Inter Milan will be hoping to carry on an unbeaten run against Roma on Saturday when the two sides meet in a Serie A clash a ... Read More
Media

TikTok Launches the TikTok MENA Creator Hub to Nurture the Next Generation of Creators

Introduces promising opportunities for creative content creators to highlight their talents and capabilities Theme of the inaugural TikTok Creator Hub to be centered around Climate Change in the ... Read More
Media

Ogilvy PR Launches Global Business Influence Offer

Ogilvy PR has launched a new Business Influence offering that will enable clients to access the burgeoning Influence business economy at the B2B level. The new offer, led by Global Head of Influence R ... Read More
Media

ANGHAMI AND EA SPORTS™ PARTNER TO CELEBRATE THE LAUNCH OF THE FIFA 23 IN THE REGION

A special track produced by Outlaw Productions and music video produced by Anghami’s production arm “Anghami Studios” 3-episode live radio show hosted by Big Hass to coincide the ... Read More
Media

Shams’ Script room project ‘Hekaya’ offers gateway for talented aspiring scriptwriters in the UAE

Participants in the workshops wrote four scripts for TV series. Shams is set to hold the next workshop during the International Government Communication Forum (IGCF) 2022 at Expo Sharjah. S ... Read More
Media

New Exclusive beIN SPORTS Digital Show Hits 4+ Million Total YouTube Views

The exclusive Arabic-language series, hosted by Kuwaiti content creator and former Khaitan SC football player, Musaed AlFouzan, is the only programme in the Arab region to combine both sports and ente ... Read More
Media

Explore the future of Saudi on National Day through Snap Augmented Reality

In celebration of Saudi Arabia’s 92nd National Day, Snapchat is giving its community in the Kingdom and the global audience the opportunity to celebrate the day with a never-seen-before Augmente ... Read More
Media

Snap Inc. hosts its first summit in Qatar in partnership with Qatar's Government Communications Office 

  The summit aimed to upskill marketers in Qatar on how Snapchat can support business growth  Snap Inc. hosted its first-ever summit in partnership with Qatar's Government Communic ... Read More
Media

AC Milan and Napoli in top of the table clash, live and exclusive on STARZPLAY Sports

Serie A saves the best until last this weekend as the San Siro plays host to two of the top teams in the division on the evening of Sunday September 18th. Both teams are unbeaten in the league this ... Read More
Media

Instagram Launches New Parental Supervision Features for Teens in the MENA region

Instagram today announced new tools and resources designed to support parents, guardians and teens on the platform. The tools and resources are now available across the Middle East and North African ( ... Read More
Media

New seasons, shows and films for everyone, this month on STARZPLAY

This month, explore the latest additions to STARZPLAY’s vast content library. Ranked consistently among the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand service, STARZPLAY is offering a con ... Read More
Media

Saif bin Zayed witnesses rollout of "Family Center" feature in Snapchat in cooperation with the UAE Ministry of Possibilities

Family Center is a new in-app tool that provides more insight into children friends and communicate on Snapchat while respecting their privacy. Parents can also easily and confidentially report ... Read More
Media

Bodour Al Qasimi Addresses the Forum Edita in Barcelona Celebrating the Resilience of the Publishing Community

Concluding her recent visit to the Iberian Peninsula, Bodour Al Qasimi, President of the IPA, has addressed delegates of the Forum Edita publishing conference held in Barcelona, Spain.  In its ... Read More
Media

beIN Partners with Snap Inc. to Bring Coverage of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022TM and Football Highlights to Snapchat

Snapchatters in MENA will now be able to follow beIN SPORTS’ football highlights on Discover, and enjoy every game, goal, and memorable moment from the current sports season, all the way to the ... Read More
Media

11 Doha Film Institute supported films selected to screen at 47th Toronto International Film Festival

Five films make their World Premiere at the largest publicly attended film festival in the world  Line-up includes films from the Middle East, Africa and Asia Selection elevates the profi ... Read More
Media

Space for Creativity is Key for Brands to Benefit from Influencers and Content Creators

Third edition of Shams Talks reviews challenges and opportunities for Influencer Marketing in the UAE  In the relationship dynamic between influencers and brands it is key to allow content cre ... Read More
Media

13 DFI-supported films selected to 79th Venice International Film Festival

Films to be screened in Orizzonti, Orizzonti Extra, Giornate degli Autori, Venice Gap-Financing Market and Critics Week sections as well as showcased at The Final Cut in Venice Line-up includes f ... Read More
Media

Snap unveils new Dual Camera feature

   With Dual Camera, Snapchatters will be able to capture multiple perspectives at the same time using their front and back-facing cameras. Dual Camera will be available immediately ... Read More
Media

Sharjah Media City Discusses Effectiveness of Investment in "Influencer Marketing"

  Sharjah, August 30, 2022: Sharjah Media City (Shams) is organizing its next edition of the Shams Talks initiative, entitled "Is influencer marketing worth your investment?", at Sha ... Read More
Media

DP World Asia Cup 2022 Cricket Series available live on STARZPLAY across MENA

Cricket enthusiasts can enjoy the Asia Cup action anytime, anywhere LIVE on STARZPLAY Sports or standalone Cricket package    STARZPLAY, ranked among the region’s top three subsc ... Read More
Media

No dream is impossible: Snap and the Unstereotype Alliance launch new lens to celebrate Emirati Women’s Day

Snap Inc. and the Unstereotype Alliance, a thought and action platform that seeks to eradicate harmful stereotypes in media and advertising content, have announced a collaboration to celebrate Emirati ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY ترسخ حضورها الإقليمي بتوقيع اتفاقية شراكة جديدة مع "فيرجن موبايل الكويت"

مدينة الكويت، 18 أغسطس 2022: وقعت STARZPLAY، المصنفة باستمرار ضمن أفضل 3 منصات تقدم خدمة مشاهدة الفيديو حسب الطلب في م ... Read More
Media

Higher Organizing Committee for Global Media Congress reveal accompanying conference agenda

Held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court, the Higher Organising Committee for Global Media Congress has unveile ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY strengthens its regional presence, partners with Virgin Mobile in Kuwait

STARZPLAY, ranked consistently among the region’s top 3 subscription video on demand service, has partnered with Virgin Mobile in Kuwait to offer entertainment lovers easy and convenient access ... Read More
Media

This month on STARZPLAY: STARZPLAY Originals & movie premieres, exclusive Paramount+ Originals, reality TV and more!

August highlights include STARZPLAY Original Raising Kanan season 2 and STARZPLAY Movie Premiere Clean for fans to watch anytime, anywhere and on any device Relish the last few weeks of summer with ... Read More
Media

ANGHAMI REPORTS STRONG PRELIMINARY H1 2022 RESULTS WITH 29% Y-O-Y REVENUE AND 41% Y-O-Y MONTHLY SUBSCRIBER GROWTH

PRELIMINARY UNAUDITED RESULTS FOR FIRST HALF OF 2022 First half 2022 revenue increased 29% year-over-year to $21.1 million Active Users[1] increased 46% year-over-year to 19.5 million users ... Read More
Media

Kagool expands into the Middle East and Africa region with regional headquarters in Dubai

Kagool, a leading global data & analytics is expanding into the Middle East and North Africa with the opening of its regional headquarters in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.   Projections ... Read More
Media

Former Saudi footballer Yasser Al-Qahtani signed by beIN Sports as analyst

Former Saudi footballer Yasser Al-Qahtani is joining global sports, media and entertainment group beIN’s line-up of talent, the broadcaster announced on Monday.   A former captain of ... Read More
Media

Snap Inc. plans to open office in Qatar and signs MoU with Qatar’s Government Communications Office

The new office will help Snap cater to its highly engaged community and service local partners  Snap Inc. signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Qatar’s Government Communication ... Read More
Media

Twitter intentional about teams, hiring, costs: Company spokesperson

Social media company Twitter last month reportedly laid off 30 percent of its recruitment team.   And the firm has now announced it will slow hiring around the world.   A Twitter ... Read More
Media

Twitter celebrates a decade of transparency with new report

 Twitter released its twentieth report: Twitter’s commitment to transparency in action. As part of their efforts to improve the health of the public conversation, the report refle ... Read More
Media

Abu Dhabi Media and STARZPLAY Partner to Win Exclusive Rights to Stream the Italian Serie A Football League for the Next Three Seasons

Abu Dhabi Media (ADM), UAE’s leading public service broadcaster and media company, and STARZPLAY, MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, have secur ... Read More
Media

ANGHAMI JUST LAUNCHED A BRAND-NEW APP FOR APPLE WATCH

Music streaming platform Anghami has announced a major upgrade to its Apple Watch version. The new update allows users and subscribers to stream and control more than 70m Arabic and International song ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY Offers A Fresh Content Line-Up For The Whole Family This Month

STARZPLAY, MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service,is making sure that an exciting line-up of compelling programming is available for the whole family this mont ... Read More
Media

Here’s a look at STARZPLAY’s round-up of the best content this month:

TV Shows The Flash Season 7,currently streaming on STARZPLAY After being struck by lightning, Barry Allen wakes up from his coma to discover he’s been given the power of super speed, becom ... Read More
Media

Music streaming platform Anghami has unveiled an all-new brand identity

Anghami Inc. (“Anghami”) (NASDAQ: ANGH), the leading music streaming and entertainment platform in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, has unveiled an all-new brand identity to ... Read More
Media

Expo 2020 Dubai Collaborates with Snapchat

Visitors to Expo 2020 Dubai are being invited to explore a new series of physical and digital experiences that celebrate Dubai’s unique role in connecting the world and the UAE’s status as ... Read More
Media

KSA's Snapchat community hits 20 million milestone 

The platform’s emphasis on communication with real friends, innovation in AR, and strong content offerings are proving an attractive combination to local communities  Snapchat’s mo ... Read More
Media

Snapchat to lauch Usernames changing feature

Snap Inc. recently announced that it will be launching Username Change, a highly anticipated feature allowing Snapchatters who may want to change their username to reflect their authentic identities. ... Read More
Media

Cinemas in the UAE will be operating at maximum capacity from Tuesday

The Media Regulatory Office of the Ministry of Culture and Youth has announced that Cinemas in the UAE will be operating at maximum capacity from Tuesday February 15, 2022. The decision was issued by ... Read More
Media

Watch the action-packed Pakistan Super League face-offs this weekend live on STARZPLAY

The highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) is back for another year and kicked off on January 27. The six teams, representing six cities in Pakistan, will go head-to-head until February 27, 20 ... Read More
Media

The Emirates News Agency (WAM), Djibouti counterpart discuss enhancing media cooperation

The Emirates News Agency (WAM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Djibouti Information Agency (Agence Djiboutienne D’Information) in the news service exchange and media content ... Read More
Media

Entertainment lovers looking for new shows to binge-watch, look no further and tune-into STARZPLAY

Entertainment lovers looking for new shows to binge-watch, look no further and tune-into STARZPLAY. MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service is bringing an ... Read More
Media

Dare to Dream: How Mohammed bin Rashid Made His Dream Come True

New Book “Dare to Dream” by veteran editor Raed Barqawi launched at the 2022 Emirates Airline Festival of Literature Book offers insights into how His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashi ... Read More
Media

Watch the 18th edition of 2021 FIFA Club World Cup live on STARZPLAY

The 18th edition of the FIFA Club World Cup returns for another year and is set to kick off on February 3, 2022. Football fans can tune into STARZPLAY, which has the exclusive rights to stream the FIF ... Read More
Media

Snapchat introduces new shopping experience with catalog-powered AR lenses

Snap recently announced the rollout of Catalog-powered Shopping Lenses, a major upgrade to AR shopping, to make AR shopping simpler and more engaging for consumers, and easier to build, scale, and opt ... Read More
Media

Four Metrics for Measuring DEI at Work

Many actions can advance diversity, equity, and inclusion, but organizations often lack data to know how well they’re working. Here’s where they can do better. By Julie Coffman, Chief D ... Read More
Media

Khalid Omar Al Midfa Holds a Meeting with Representatives of Major UAE Media Outlets in Collaboration with Sharjah Press Club

H.E. Dr. Khalid Omar Al Midfa discussed challenges of the media industry with attendees at the meeting, exploring ways to expand the sector’s role in the UAE’s development. Sharjah ... Read More
Media

Watch the much-awaited Pakistan Super League face-offs live on STARZPLAY

The highly anticipated Pakistan Super League (PSL) is back for another year, kicking off with phase 1 in Karachi. The six teams, representing six cities in Pakistan, will go head-to-head from January ... Read More
Media

Here Come the Brides: The highly anticipated ‘Say Yes to The Dress Arabia’ arrives on STARZPLAY, in partnership with Discovery

The STARZPLAY Original will be available for MENA viewers from February 11 STARZPLAY, the leading subscription video on demand (SVOD) service in the MENA region, partners with Discovery to present ... Read More
Media

OSN Commissions Its First Feature Film “Yellow Bus”

OSN continues to demonstrate its commitment to investing in local talent and stories that resonates to the region with its announcement of the upcoming OSN Original Film “Yellow Bus”. The ... Read More
Media

YKONE AGENCY OPENS THE FIRST FULLY INTEGRATED INFLUENCER MARKETING HUB IN THE MIDDLE EAST

YKONE announces the opening of the largest creative hub in Dubai – inclusive of a creative studio, coworking café, connected meeting rooms, and amphitheatre to welcome creatives from the ... Read More
Media

Fun facts about the latest STARZPLAY Original -  Discovery’s ‘Say Yes to the Dress Arabia’

STARZPLAY and Discovery recently revealed the first look of the much-awaited Arabian version of Say Yes to the Dress Arabia, one of TLC’s most popular shows, which is coming to the Middle East f ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY live streams ICC U19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2022 for MENA subscribers

For all things cricket, tune into STARZPLAY! MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video-on demand service has bagged the rights for yet another exciting sporting event - the ICC U19 Men&rs ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY and Discovery Inc. broaden partnership by offering GOLFTV add-on

Whether it's cricket, football, rugby or the legendary UFC fights, STARZPLAY sweeps the board for all the live sports’ action. The MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video on d ... Read More
Media

NEW BOOK ABOUT HH SHEIKH MOHAMMED BIN RASHID AL MAKTOUM BY RAED BARQAWI

A new book is about to be published about His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, which has b ... Read More
Media

W7Worldwide Publishes 7 Communications Strategies for the Construction Sector to Harness the COVID-19 Rebound

The Saudi Arabian construction market was valued at around USD 37 billion in 2020 and is expected to register a CAGR of 5.2% over the forecast period, 2021-2026. KSA is now considered the top ... Read More
Media

2022 Media Trends and Predictions by Kantar

Focused on five key areas, Kantar experts predict a range of shifts for the industry as it grapples with the pandemic era. Online media spend increased in 2021, expected to continue in 2022 &nbs ... Read More
Media

FilMe Offers Customers Unlimited Access To Movies And Shows

This holiday season, the leading entertainment retailer in the Middle East, FilMe is getting into the New Year’s spirit and giving their customers more reasons to celebrate. FilMe users will hav ... Read More
Media

Abu Dhabi Community Cooperative unveils  brand identity of ‘Hoot’ online cooperative market

Product portfolio to touch 1,000,000 by end of 2022, cashback on purchases for all customers The Abu Dhabi Community Cooperative (ADCC), a first-of-its-kind Emirati entity dedicated to empowering m ... Read More
Media

DISCOVERY WELCOMES 2022 WITH A CAPTIVATING LINE-UP OF SHOWS THIS JANUARY

Discovery, the global leader in real-life entertainment, starts the new year with a stirring line-up of shows on its plethora of channels, as well as on its subscription streaming service discovery+ t ... Read More
Media

Smashi TV Launch Live Streaming Apps On Android and  Apple TV Devices

Augustus Media announces the launch of business, tech and culture OTT streaming service, Smashi TV app on Android and tvOS devices.  The application allows a registered user to sign in through ... Read More
Media

The Holiday’s Aren’t Over Yet! OSN’s Festive Collection To Light Up Your Holidays And Keep You In Spirit

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub, concludes the year 2021with the most festive and action-packed collection of movies and shows. Mark your calendars to witness the new year joys and w ... Read More
Media

TV shows & movies coming to Amazon Prime Video in January 2022

The Tender Bar – January 7 The Tender Bar tells the story of J.R. (Tye Sheridan), a fatherless boy growing up in the glow of a bar where the bartender, his Uncle Charlie ( ... Read More
Media

International Live Video Social Platform Times Its Right With Expo 2020 To Boost Localized Content

The largest independent global video social entertainment platform Uplive has unveiled its first-ever Television Commercial (TVC) for the Middle East region as part of its visual campaign st ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY teams-up with TP Vision to provide bundled offers for Philips Android TV

 STARZPLAY, MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, today announced its partnership with TP Vision, the wholly owned subsidiary of TPV Technology, which d ... Read More
Media

‘Tis the season to binge the best festive content on STARZPLAY, including the legendary Rugby matches

The holiday season is about spending time with loved ones, and what better way to binge festive content than in the company of friends and family. Viewers in the Kingdom can get into the holiday spiri ... Read More
Media

ANGHAMI DELIVERS A NEW INTERACTIVE EXPERIENCE IN COOPERATION WITH AMAZON ALEXA

Anghami launches enhanced interactive experience for users in both Arabic and English languages on Amazon Echo devices in KSA and UAE Another step towards showcasing its Arabic identity an ... Read More
Media

FREEDM, A GLOBAL FIRST AGENCY CELEBRATES BOOMING BUSINESS

FREEDM is celebrating remarkable company growth in its first five months of business. FREEDM is a brand-new creative agency created to service clients looking for exceptional work from a truly diverse ... Read More
Media

Spider-Man: No Way Home web-swings through Burj Khalifa & breaks box office records.

 Sony Pictures’ Spider-Man: No Way Home officially landed across cinemas on December 16 grossing $4.1 million and becoming the #5 opening weekend of all-time in the region. The op ... Read More
Media

The Future of Professional Networking in MENA – ‘Wasta’

Wasta is an invite-only platform that helps founders, entrepreneurs, and investors build stronger connections. Founded in June 2021, by second-time founders Shyam Visavadia (CEO) and Lalita Ch ... Read More
Media

Skincare Resolutions And Essentials To Live By In 2022 By Minus 417

2021 is coming to a close and that means it’s time to start revamping our fitness, health and now, beauty goals for the new year. Unclogged pores, acne-free and smoother, firmer skin is on its w ... Read More
Media

Snapchat celebrates Spotlight’s first anniversary with over $250 Million paid to creators

Snapchat is a platform where creators of all kinds can meaningfully grow their audience, build their business and entertain the community of more than 306M Snapchatters using the platform daily. On ... Read More
Media

HeliconNFT’s Official Launch as Helicon Studio Hosts an Immersive Blockchain & NFT Show with World-Renowned Experts at Blockchain World Abu Dhabi

HeliconNFT officially launches in front of a live audience and streamed globally at the Helicon Studio delivering an immersive Blockchain & NFT show with world-renowned experts. Leading g ... Read More
Media

Saudi Film Commission Announces Incentives for Local and International Producers

The Film Commission saved the best for last at the Red Sea International Film Festival by unveiling a first glimpse of their film incentives package. The Commission announced incentives for filming i ... Read More
Media

Sharjah Media City (Shams) Announces Podcast Competition Winners

Three participants won: AED10,000 cash prize Free permit to establish a company Access to co-working space Free access to recording studio   Sharjah, December 13, 2021 &n ... Read More
Media

The Future Is Hybrid: New PRCA MENA Census Uncovers Trends In Region’s PR Professions

Less than a fifth of Middle East and North Africa (MENA) PR and communication professionals (16%) expect to return to the traditional five-day office week post-Covid, according to the new MENA PR and ... Read More
Media

West Indies and Pakistan go head-to-head in 6-match series, watch all the action live on STARZPLAY

It’s cricket galore this week as The Windies and the Men in Green face-off in a 6-match series. Cricket enthusiasts looking to keep up with the excitement can tune into& ... Read More
Media

Government and Tourism Leaders Pledge to Make Ras Al Khaimah the Regional Leader in Sustainable Tourism by 2025

Signing of Sustainable Tourism Policy Commitment at this year’s Global Citizen Forum in Ras Al Khaimah marks significant step in the Emirate’s destination investment roadmap, with stakehol ... Read More
Media

Stay warm this December with the hottest content on STARZPLAY

  The weather may be getting colder, but the content is always hot on STARZPLAY. This December, STARZPLAY, MENA region’s fastest growing subscription video on demand (SVOD) service, is o ... Read More
Media

UAE’s transition to 4-and-half day work boosts its drive to become global capital of future economy says Virtue PR

Firas Sleem, CEO of Virtue PR & Marketing Communications Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Virtue PR & Marketing Communications said that the UAE’s strategic step of reducing the working w ... Read More
Media

Sharjah Media City (Shams) Highlights Its Competitive Advantages at World Conference on Creative Economy at Expo 2020 Dubai

Sharjah Media City (Shams) joined the World Conference on Creative Economy, hosted by the Ministry of Culture and Youth at the Dubai Exhibition Centre – Expo 2020 Dubai, to highlight the competi ... Read More
Media

Sheikh Zayed Book Award Unveils ‘Literature’ Category Longlist

List of 15 titles includes 13 literary and 2 poetic works The Sheikh Zayed Book Award at the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre (ALC), part of the Department of Culture and Tourism - Abu Dhabi, has a ... Read More
Media

BuzzBee: an affordable and easy way for influencer collaborations

Dubai, UAE: Businesses can now work with top credible influencers in Dubai for free, with no fees payable to the influencers. With BuzzBee barter platform, brands can offer influencers discounts or fr ... Read More
Media

Millions Of Free Fire Fans Celebrate Battle In Style With Its First-Ever Interactive Livestream

Millions of Free Fire fans all over the world celebrated the game’s first major global brand campaign, Battle In Style, at a dazzling live showcase that combined music, dance and cutting-ed ... Read More
Media

FilMe announces strategic ties with Ullu

FilMe has announced partnership with Indian on-demand streaming platform, Ullu and will exclusively release Ullu content in the UAE. Dubai: Australia based entertainment retailer, FilMe is expandin ... Read More
Media

DISCOVERY ANNOUNCES EXCITING LINE-UP OF MUST WATCH SHOWS FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON THIS DECEMBER

Key art Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Discovery, the global leader in real-life entertainment, is premiering a line-up of shows on its plethora of channels, as well as on its subscription strea ... Read More
Media

ITP Media Group bolsters its offerings on Snapchat with exciting shows from Regional Creators

The media conglomerate brings a new slate of content from some of the region's top and most influential creators to Snapchat’s Discover platform  ITP Live, the leading full-service i ... Read More
Media

STARZPLAY hosts ‘House of Gucci’ UAE premiere

Film to showcase on STARZPLAY after its release in UAE theatres STARZPLAY, in association with Gulf Films, hosted guests at NOVO 7-Star at IMG Worlds of Adventure for the UAE premiere of the Americ ... Read More
Media

RAS AL KHAIMAH FIRMLY ON THE MAP WITH TOURISM CAMPAIGN AWARDS

Ras Al Khaimah has been recognised by the Middle East PR Association (MEPRA) at this year’s annual awards ceremony, taking home two of the Best Travel and Tourism Campaign category’s top s ... Read More
Media

Money Heist Returns To Free Fire For The Final Episode: Raid And Run This December

Garena announced a second run of Free Fire’s crossover with Money Heist (also known as La Casa De Papel) that captured the hearts of many fans around the world last fall. From 3 December to 14 D ... Read More
Media

UAE National Program for Coders partners with Snap Inc. to empower Emirati students to “imagine the future” using Augmented Reality

Ahead of the UAE’s Gold Jubilee, the collaboration will both build digital skills in the AR domain and inspire students to think about what lays ahead in the next 50 years : The National Pro ... Read More
Media

Sheikh Zayed Book Award Announces Longlist for ‘Translation’ Category

  16th edition of the awards, organised by the Abu Dhabi Arabic Language Centre, received 148 submissions, with 10 translated titles being nominated to the longlist   The Sheikh Za ... Read More
Media

Power Book II: Ghost Is Back For A Second Season, Streaming Now Exclusively On STARZPLAY

Tariq St. Patrick’s journey through his education, love life and family affairs continue in Season 2 of Power Book II: Ghost, which is now streaming exclusively on STARZPLAY, MENA ... Read More
Media

Anghami Awarded Disruptor of the Year at the 2021 Gulf Business Awards

    Anghami is delighted to have won the highly prestigious Disruptor of the Year Award at the 2021 Gulf Business Awards ceremony. Amidst an ever-changing world, Anghami  ... Read More
Media

SnapChat announces a new music licensing agreement with Sony Music Entertainment

Creates new AR music lenses making it easier for Snapchatters to express themselves    Press Release Middle East : With the aim to transform the way Gen Z listens to and discove ... Read More
Media

Dr. Khalid Omar Al Midfa Meets Representatives of Media Companies Registered in Shams

  To explore pathways to grow business and deliver the best services in the Free Zone   His Excellency Dr. Khalid Omar Al Midfa, Chairman of Sharjah Media City (Shams), met with rep ... Read More
Media

Asharq News celebrates one year of accomplishments under the theme: “Wherever we are, opportunities exist”

Jomana Al-Rashed: Asharq News embarks on a new distinctive phase in the Arab media landscape Nabeel Al Khatib: Asharq News reintroduced the world to the region with an economic lens and dimen ... Read More
Media

MBC GROUP SIGNS MEDIA DEAL WITH COFE APP TO PRIORITIZE INVESTMENT IN FORTHCOMING ROUND OF FUNDING

Dubai, United Arab Emirates: COFE App, the online coffee-centric marketplace announced a regional partnership deal with MBC GROUP today. The strategic partnership will see the MENA’s largest ... Read More
Media

Sharjah Media City (Shams) to Launch Podcast Competition

  Sharjah, November 17, 2021 – Sharjah Media City (Shams) is gearing up to host a podcast competition and training bootcamp targeting podcast enthusiasts and creative minds look ... Read More
Media

Asharq News celebrates one year of accomplishments under the theme: "Wherever we are, opportunities exist"

Jomana Al-Rashed: Asharq News embarks on a new distinctive phase in the Arab media landscape    Asharq News, One Year Anniversary, Jomana Al-Rashid Press Release Nabeel Al ... Read More
Media

Ooredoo Partners With Snap Inc. To Create Next-Gen AR Experiences Powered By 5G Connectivity

Ooredoo Group has announced a new three-year strategic partnership with Snap Inc. to unlock the possibilities of augmented reality (AR) experiences across all of its international markets. Through thi ... Read More
Media

Talks Series Returns in 2nd Session to Discuss ‘How To Grow Your Business Using TikTok’

 – Sharjah Media City (Shams) is gearing up to host the second session in its flagship Shams Talks series virtually on Zoom platform at 1:00 pm on Monday, November 15, 2021. The discussion ... Read More
Media

Trick or Treat yourself this Halloween with the spookiest horror content on STARZPLAY

  Critically acclaimed films, classic horror movies, and thrilling documentaries and series to enjoy this Halloween   The spooky season is upon us, which means it’s fin ... Read More
Media

FIFA and Hisense jointly release announcement: Hisense to be the official sponsor of FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

    Qingdao, China: FIFA President Gianni Infantino announced on October 20 that Hisense, a global technology leader, will be the official sponsor of the FIFA W ... Read More
Media

Enjoy a weekend of Cricket live on STARZPLAY

    It’s a cricket galore this weekend as four exciting ICC Men’s T20 World Cup games are set to keep cricket fans on the edge of their seats. Cricket enthusiasts looking t ... Read More
Media

Snap Inc. and Google partner to bring "Quick Tap to Snap" to Pixel 6 

Snap Inc. and Google partner to bring "Quick Tap to Snap" to Pixel 6  New Pixel-first feature puts the Snapchat camera directly onto the lockscreen for fast & easy access  ... Read More
Media

New study reveals that 71% of parents in Saudi Arabia are on Snapchat

Over 80% of parents on Snapchat say that advertising on the platform influences their purchase decisions, and almost 90% feel positive about the advertising that they see, according to a new study by ... Read More
Media

Snap Inc. launches Creator Hub, providing everything you need to know to Snap like a pro

The latest resource is a one-stop destination for aspiring and professional creators on how to get the most out of the Snap Camera Dubai, United Arab Emirates, October 17, 2021: Snap Inc. has annou ... Read More
Media

Al Falak and Microsoft Saudi Arabia bag Gold Award at the Summit Creative Awards 2021

  Al Falak Electronic Equipment & Supplies Co., a leading IT and communications solutions provider in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA), won the Gold Award at the Summit Creative Award ... Read More
Media

Despite Outages And Whistleblowing, Popularity Of Facebook Apps Remains High Globally – For Now

  Ding, the largest provider of international mobile top-up, has released its second  Global Prepaid Index, revealing that despite misinformation and online abuse, trust in social media r ... Read More
Media

NEW SHOW ALERT: CN Tubers Returns For An Exciting Second Season On Cartoon Network

  Everyone’s favorite destination for fun and entertainment, Cartoon Network, is bringing back the region’s top YouTube stars for the much-awaited second season of CN Tubers. Start ... Read More
Media

CREATING INSTAGRAM VIDEOS JUST GOT EVEN EASIER

  Starting today, we’re combining IGTV and feed videos into one format – Instagram Video. We’re also introducing a new Video tab on your profile, where this combined video fo ... Read More
Media

Havelock One Interiors Signs Three New Turnkey Fit-Out Contracts With Empire Cinemas KSA Of An Overall Investment Of USD 25m

  Lebanese cinema chain Empire Cinemas is on track to fulfil its part in Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 of supporting a vibrant and culturally aware society by adding three more destinations ... Read More
Media

African Union partners with APO Group to Re-brand and Re-position Africa to the world at the Expo 2020 Dubai

    For Africa, it is an opportunity to show the world its true colours – including its innovations, business opportunities and incredible art, culture, heritage and natural beau ... Read More
Media

IFHC And ESE Publish Book To Celebrate Work Of UAE Young Conservationists

  The International Fund for Houbara Conservation (IFHC), the global leader in pre-emptive species conservation, and the Emirates Schools Establishment  (ESE) have today announced the win ... Read More
Media

RED SEA SOUK ANNOUNCES THE SELECTED PROJECTS AND FILMS IN POST-PRODUCTION FOR ITS FIRST EDITION

  The Red Sea Souk, an initiative designed to discover and connect Arab and African filmmakers from the region, will host its first edition this December 8 – 11, 2021 as part of the ... Read More
Media

Catch New Season Of Medico-Drama ‘Grey’s Anatomy’ Exclusively On OSN

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub, brings you the inside view into the mysteries and challenges of Grey’s Anatomy, as season 18comes to the region exclusively on OSN Streaming ap ... Read More
Media

MADAME TUSSAUDS DUBAI REVEALS THAT KRIS FADE IS THE LATEST CELEBRITY TO BE IMMORTALISED IN WAX

More than a million of us tune into his breakfast show, hundreds of thousands follow him on Instagram, and fans love to throw his signature catchphrases into conversation: Kris Fade is nothing short o ... Read More
Media

PUBG MOBILE MENA AND ANGHAMI JOIN FORCES TO BRING MUSIC REWARDS TO PLAYERS

Fans of the gaming phenomenon PUBG MOBILE will be able to enjoy a first-of-its-kind partnership in the MENA region with Anghami, the leading music streaming platform and digital distribution company i ... Read More
Media

GoDaddy launches an online training program to enhance knowledge and skills among Saudi entrepreneurs

  JEDDAH - Announced the start of your business and create your site in the opening of the activity Entrepreneurs all over the world Swing and tide in the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: GDDY), ... Read More
Media

Dubai Culture Announces Readiness Of Assets And Facilities To Welcome Visitors To Expo 2020 Dubai

  With the launch of the long awaited largest international event in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia, Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture), as the Official Culture Supporter ... Read More
Media

Ascira COO Belynda Lee wins Bronze Stevie Award In 2021 Stevie Awards For Women In Business

Women Around the World to Be Recognized During Virtual Event    Press Release DUBAI, UAE/PRNewswire/ -- Ascira COO Belynda Lee has been named the winner of a bronze Stevie® Awar ... Read More
Media

Marvel Studios’ Black Widow Bursts Onto Your OSN Streaming Screen

OSN, the region’s leading entertainment hub, is now home to the long-awaited back-story of Natasha Romanoff – aka Black Widow – as one of this year’s most-anticipated ... Read More
Media

BPG bets big on talent with innovative upskilling initiative and elite mentorship program

  BPG’s strengthens its culture of lifelong learning with a new upskilling initiative and scholarships for employees, in partnership with global edtech leader upGrad BPG’s se ... Read More
Media

10TH INTERNATIONAL GOVERNMENT COMMUNICATION FORUM

  10th International Government Communication Forumopens Sunday in Sharjah; World Leaders, Ministers to Attend HE Tariq Saeed Allay: Forum outcomes will ensure the future-readiness o ... Read More
Media

Intigral marks the Saudi National Day with exciting offers from Jawwy TV In celebration of 91 years of prosperity for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Intigral, a leading provider of digital entertainment and sports in MENA, celebrates this year’s Saudi National Day with exciting offers from Jawwy TV available to its viewers throughout the Kin ... Read More
Media

ARE YOU A FEMALE BUSINESS OWNER WANTING TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS? ENTER TTRAJECTORY

Are you a Female Business Owner Wanting to grow your business? Enter TTrajectory UAE Female Owned Start Ups and SMEs Battle to Win AED 700k Prize in New Competition Female owned licenced start-u ... Read More
Media

OVER 30 GLOBAL PUBLISHING TRADE ASSOCIATIONS, BOOK FAIRS, AND FREEDOM TO PUBLISH CHAMPIONS SIGN CHARTER TO INSPIRE SUSTAINABLE POST-COVID FUTURE FOR THE SECTOR

By signing theInternational Sustainable Publishing and Industry Resilience Charter, signatories from across the publishing ecosystem – includingpublishers, booksellers, authors, educators, ... Read More
Media

IGCF 2021 Discussion On Public Communication Methodologies To Spotlight The Thin Line Between Awareness And Chaos

The sudden and global outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has underscored the immense value and importance of developing collective awareness via effective government communication. Taking cog ... Read More
Media

Sumo Sushi & Bento appoints ALISA PR as its PR Agency

Seven days a week, Sumo Chefs serve up an extended range of healthy options and quality food    Press Release Dubai: Dubai-based independent communications agency ALISA PR ... Read More
Media

Authoritative Survey Reveals UAE-Wide Reach Of Sharjah Broadcasting Authority’s Television And Radio Channels

  A comprehensive nationwide survey by the Sharjah Broadcasting Authority (SBA) has revealed that television viewership and radio listenership stood at a high 93.2 percent in Sharjah, comp ... Read More
Media

twofour54 Announces Agreement With Stillfront Group To Sell Jawaker For AED750 Million

Media and entertainment hub twofour54 Abu Dhabi today confirmed that Stillfront Group has agreed to purchase leading MENA mobile gaming studio Jawaker for AED753 million, representing a key milestone ... Read More
Media

North Korea tests new long-range cruise missile

North Korea has tested a new long-range cruise missile capable of hitting much of Japan, state media said on Monday. Tests staged over the weekend saw missiles travelling as far as 1,500km (930 mil ... Read More
Media

Afghanistan-Taliban Crisis LIVE Updates: Several Rockets Fired At Kabul Airport As Evacuation Winds Down

Several rockets were fired at Kabul's airport Monday, witnesses and security sources said, less than 48 hours before the United States is due to complete its troop withdrawal from Afghanistan.The ... Read More

Page 1 of 27