Investcorp invests $100m in communications firm SEC Newgate

Bahrain’s Investcorp invests $100m in communications firm SEC Newgate

The transaction is expected to close between the third and fourth quarter of 2023, subject to regulatory approvals

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Botim users to benefit from Astra Tech, National Bonds saving, investment solutions

This partnership gives Astra Tech customers access to microfinance options specifically designed for individuals with low and medium incomes through Botim, supported by National Bonds’ Al Manassah Platform

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WhatsApp introduces Channels, here’s how it will help

To help you select channels to follow, WhatsApp is building a searchable directory where you can find your hobbies, sports teams, updates from local officials and more

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The Falcons: Startup funding show comes to the UAE

The show brings the pressure, the suspense and the glory of raising capital to TV screens in the UAE in a10-episode season

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NEOM, Telfaz11 sign partnership to produce nine shows and three films

Two feature films and one series which are currently under development at NEOM’s media hub, will be included in the overall deal

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BOTIM launches region’s first Arabic ChatGPT with MBZUAI 

BOTIM’s Arabic Chat GPT will support features such as international money transfers, bill payments and e-commerce

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Marketing firm Conceptual ERA eyes regional expansion

Marketing firm Conceptual ERA is drawing on the UAE’s strengths and a combination of social media, unique campaigns and targeted content to enhance its regional presence

Anghami reports 35.6% revenue growth, subscribers rise 21% in 2022

Anghami reports 35.6% revenue growth, subscribers rise 21% in 2022

The streaming service ended the past year with 1.52 million paying subscribers

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AD Gaming, SAWA Group to develop Abu Dhabi’s gaming ecosystem

AD Gaming and SAWA group will help facilitate the international expansion of Chinese gaming and esports companies via Abu Dhabi

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Meta launches subscription service for Facebook, Instagram

Meta is testing the subscription product first in Australia and New Zealand, starting later this week

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Ian Fairservice, Motivate Media Group’s Managing Partner and Group Editor-in-Chief, to speak at Emirates LitFest

Fairservice, a well-known personality in Dubai’s expat, business and cultural community, has played a key role in transforming the UAE’s media industry over four decades

UAE President Sheikh-Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan issues law to establish Abu Dhabi Media Office _photo WAMcourtesy

UAE President issues law establishing Abu Dhabi Media Office

The new entity will form strategic partnerships with local, regional, and international media organisations to advance Abu Dhabi’s media sector

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UAE-based Yalla Group reports revenue of Dhs839m in first nine months of 2022

The company has also seen significant growth in the third quarter revenues to Dhs294m, an increase of 12.3 per cent compared to Q3 2021

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TikTok launches podcast series ‘The Future of Retail’ in the GCC

The podcasts will shed light on the evolution of the industry, and feature discussions with some of the retail sector’s most prolific players

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Sheikh Abdullah bin Zayed arrives in Tel Aviv on Abraham Accords’ second anniversary

Besides the UAE foreign minister’s latest visit, we take stock of the key developments and events since the signing of the historic accords

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Twitter MENA reports 16% YoY growth in average monetisable daily active users in Q2 2022

Twitter MENA released the Twitter Trends 2022 Report for Saudi Arabia, which identified the digital economy, cryptocurrency and gender balance among key topics of interest

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Netflix eyes $7-to-$9 price for its new ad-supported plan

Netflix plans to introduce its new cheaper option during the final three months of the year in at least a half dozen markets

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GXR Records, Dubai latest indie music label, to showcase regional artists globally

Launched by Dubai-based Galaxy Racer, the new music label will focus on developing talents in West Asia and North Africa

Dubai Commercity, Dubai Culture sign MoU to boost creative sector

The partnership will provide creative businesses with special incentives, including creative activities, logistics, and banking solutions and services

Twitter launches location spotlight

Twitter launches ‘Location Spotlight’, offers more tools for professionals

Professionals with physical business locations can now display their business address, hours of operation and contact information on the platform with the new feature

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UAE’s ADX, TradingView sign new data-sharing partnership

TradingView has a growing base of social traders, with around 30 million users and over one million paid subscribers around the world

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Motivate Val Morgan launches audience-based cinema buying platform

The launch of CinePlan and CineMeasure marks a significant milestone for the company, as it establishes a first-to-market platform through a self-service model

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Insights: How a martech stack can benefit your company

Using data-driven insights, marketing teams can optimise their efforts throughout the customer journey, making communication ever-more personalised and effective at channelling leads into prospects

Omooma gets 2.5million dollars as funding

Arabic online content platform Omooma secures $2.5m in funding

The platform, dedicated to pregnancy, maternity and motherhood, features a roster of 29 Arab medical, lifestyle, wellbeing and financial experts from across the region

Motivate Media Group and Motion Icon launch branding solutions

Motivate Media Group and Motion Icon partner to launch new branding solution in the region

The solutions will not only underpin brand ROI and customer conversion, but also bolster safety on escalators, while enhancing their appearance

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Dubai Media Council launches new initiative for media professionals

The launch of the Dubai Media Council is to support professionals working in local, regional and international media institutions

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Khalifa Fund launches its ENT-preneur podcast series

The podcast series – highlighting stories and insights from successful entrepreneurs – will be hosted by Saif Al Naqbi on adsmehub.ae

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Sheikh Mohammed issues law to establish Dubai Media Council

The council will develop Dubai’s media strategy and oversee its implementation

Raed Barqawi’s book on Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid launches at ADIBF 2022

Published by Motivate Media Group, the book gives readers a never-before glimpse into the rationale behind some of Sheikh Mohammed’s key decisions

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Social media platform TikTok and Injaz partner to educate Arab youth

TikTok brought together key opinion leaders from Microsoft, McKinsey and MetLife to create informative videos to offer Arab youth career advice