Multiply group acquires DOOH company London Lites

Multiply Media Group acquires DOOH company London Lites

London Lites currently operates more than 65 digital sites across central London, including The Cube at Flannels Oxford Street, and brings with it an established management team and expansion pipeline

Empowered by Facts: Cicero & Bernay's Ahmad Itani on its next chapter

Empowered by Facts: Cicero & Bernay’s Ahmad Itani on its next chapter

The founder and CEO of C&B reflects on the company’s evolution, the thinking behind the new positioning, and how C&B plans to stay relevant in the changing communications landscape

Saudi Film Commission unveils high-tech virtual production stage at JAX Studios

Saudi Film Commission unveils high-tech virtual production stage at JAX Studios

The new custom-built virtual production volume within JAX Studios is now fully operational and equipped to accommodate the most demanding global film and television productions

Anna Lundstrom Spotify Chief HR Officer

Spotify’s Anna Lundström tunes in on key values powering its approach to HR

Spotify’s CHRO on using AI, a ‘glocal’ strategy, and ‘Core Week’ has supported the company’s ‘bandmates’ and made a difference to productivity

Content creators alert: UAE extends Advertiser Permit deadline

Content creators alert: UAE extends Advertiser Permit deadline

By September 2025, the council had issued more than 1,800 permits to individuals and companies from 75 countries

The Trade Desk's Terry Kane on the need for data-driven, transparent advertising

The Trade Desk’s Terry Kane on the need for data-driven, transparent advertising

Programmatic advertising in MEA is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.89 per cent over the next five years, making data-driven marketing strategies more powerful than ever, says Kane

IPO update: dubizzle to list shares on dubai financial market-Getty Images

Dubizzle targets Dubai IPO to fund growth, expand market presence

Net proceeds will be used to settle the employee stock ownership plan, fund strategic mergers and acquisitions, and maintain strategic flexibility for growth

PIF completes acquisition of majority stake in MBC for $1.99bn

PIF completes acquisition of majority stake in MBC for $1.99bn

The acquisition underscores PIF’s continued focus on the media sector as part of its strategy to accelerate Saudi Arabia’s economic diversification

beIN MEDIA GROUP Launches beIN STREAM in the UAE

beIN launches beIN STREAM to expand digital footprint in UAE

The beIN STREAM device is now available across the UAE at beIN SHOPS in Yas Mall (Abu Dhabi) and Al Manar Mall (Ras Al Khaimah), through authorised distributors, and online via Amazon.ae, Virgin Megastore, and Noon

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beIN-backed ACE shuts down Streameast, the world’s largest sports piracy network

Streameast, operating through 80 associated domains, recorded over 1.6 billion visits in the past year, making it the largest illicit live sports streaming operation worldwide

OSN, The Trade Desk launch MENA streaming ad partnership

OSN, The Trade Desk launch MENA streaming ad partnership

The partnership combines OSN’s content library and direct-to-home viewer base with The Trade Desk’s buying tools to expand access to the region’s premium streaming audience

Saudi Broadcasting Authority and US Embassy conclude joint English media training programme

A total of 25 staff members took part in the programme

UAE launches Advertiser Permit: New rules every brand should know

The permit is designed to protect the rights of both content creators and the public by introducing clear guidelines for digital advertising

OSN group CEO Joe Kawkabani to step down

OSN group CEO Joe Kawkabani to step down

Kawkabani’s tenure, lasting three years, saw significant strategic developments for the media company

ChatGPT outage hits users in India and UAE

ChatGPT outage hits users in India, UAE

The company added that it was “working on implementing a mitigation” to address the problems

'Digital safety starts at home,' says TikTok’s Ilunga Mpyana

‘Digital safety starts at home,’ says TikTok’s Ilunga Mpyana

TikTok’s head of Public Policy Programmes for the META, Pakistan and South Asia discusses the platform’s Family Academy initiative, how it’s helping parents and teens navigate the digital world together

Elevision's Niall Sallam on how digital out-of-home is changing in the region

Elevision’s Niall Sallam on how digital out-of-home is changing in the region

Sallam outlines how the company is adapting to industry demands, supporting property partners, and aligning with the UAE’s broader push for innovation and smart infrastructure

Abbas Al-Hazeem makes the case The case for human-centered storytelling in the digital age

The case for human-centered storytelling in the digital age

We explore how brands and creators can embrace cutting-edge tools without losing the empathy, nuance, and connection that make stories truly memorable

TikTok’s Mario El Feghali on how the brand is enhancing travel experiences

The head of Business Partnerships for Travel & Tourism, Global Business Solutions, MENA on how TikTok is shaping travellers’ behaviours

Ramadan 2025: Snap MENA's Georges Odeimi on the key trends unfolding on the platform

Ramadan 2025: Snap MENA’s Georges Odeimi on the key trends unfolding on the platform

The business solutions lead at Snap MENA shares his insights into how Snapchatters are using the platform during Ramadan

Dubai: Content creator Simon Squibb receives 'One Billion Award'

Dubai: Content creator Simon Squibb receives ‘One Billion Award’

The One Billion Award drew more than 16,000 submissions from content creators in 190 countries

Creators HQ launches, positions UAE as a hub for content creators

UAE: Creators HQ launches, partners with Meta for initiative

Creators HQ is poised to empower content creators globally while contributing to Dubai’s growing reputation as a hub for digital media and innovation

Why crisis comms has never been more key in the digital age

With a good crisis communication plan in place, you can better manage issues, avoid costly missteps, and come out of the other side in better shape

Mubadala prepares for sale of Brazil’s Porto Sudeste, Mina Gerais iron-ore mines

Mubadala to sale Brazil’s Porto Sudeste, Mina Gerais iron-ore mines

The Abu Dhabi state investor and the trading company completed their acquisition of Porto Sudeste in early 2014

Saudi wealth fund PIF to acquire 54% stake in MBC Group

Saudi Arabia’s PIF to acquire 54% stake in MBC Group

The finance ministry will transfer the entirety of its stake to the PIF at a share price of SAR41.60 apiece, subject to regulatory approvals and non-objections

Talent Plus CEO Michel Chahda on transforming region's creator economy

Talent Plus CEO Michel Chahda on supporting the region’s creator economy

The CEO of the UAE-based agency shares his vision for driving growth and strengthening cross-cultural connections within the industry

Podeo raises $5.4m in series A round

MENA podcast platform Podeo raises $5.4m in series A round

Podeo started as a podcast app but quickly evolved into an all-in-one platform that streamlines content creation, distribution, and monetisation

1 Billion Pitches invites ideas from startups, content creators

1 Billion Pitches invites ideas from startups, content creators

The top 25 entrants will be selected to embark on a specialised mentorship and training programme led by industry veterans

Anghami reports 18.3% rise in video streaming subscribers post merger

Anghami reports 18.3% rise in video streaming subscribers post merger

Factors driving growth include Anghami securing an exclusive multi-year deal with Warner Bros. Discovery, bringing Max Originals and Warner Bros. films to OSN+