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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

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

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

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

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

Adobe brings Firefly to mobile, expands AI ecosystem for creators

With the launch of the new Firefly mobile app for iOS and Android, creators can generate and edit images and videos from anywhere using generative AI

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

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

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

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+

Afreen Razak on how to build and leverage influence in the creator economy

The creator economy: How to build and leverage influence

The creator economy is not just a passing trend but a fundamental shift in how we consume media and make purchasing decisions

Aref Yehia-Head-of-Retail-E-Commerce-at-TikTok-MENA

TikTok’s Aref Yehia on how F&B brands leverage the platform

The head of Business Partnerships for Retail and E-Commerce shares how F&B brands are using the social media platform to enhance their marketing efforts

Expats in Oman rejoice: Resident card validity extended

Oman announces plans for a multi-million dollar ‘Film City’

The ‘Film City’ project, aims to generate substantial employment opportunities, with plans to create over 100 jobs for Omanis in its first year

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Insights: 5 trends shaping the region’s advertising industry in 2024

The regional advertising market is predicted to surge by 6.2 per cent in 2024, reaching a value of $6.9bn

Spotify MD MEA Akshat Harbola

Spotify’s Akshat Harbola is keen to support local talent, read to know more

The managing director for the MENA region and South Asia shares the key trends impacting the streaming platform, inclusive initiatives that are bringing fresh talent to the fore and his strategy to get everyone on Spotify

MBC GROUP to float IPO on Tadawul Image MBC group

MBC Group IPO: Saudi media giant plans to list on Tadawul

On Tuesday, November 21, the kingdom’s Capital Market Authority approved the company’s application for registering 10 per cent of its share capital

Google account holders may have their accounts deleted inactive for too long

Millions of Google accounts to be deleted in December; here’s why

Emails, documents, calendar appointments, photos and videos from Google accounts that have been inactive for at least two years will be permanently deleted

Movies, TV shows available on streaming jumps 39% in two years Image Getty Images

Movies, TV shows available on streaming rise 39% in two years

Netflix and Disney+ are among 167 streaming providers, up from 118 two years ago

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Startup reading list: 8 inspiring books for entrepreneurs

Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, these reads will equip you with the tools and wisdom to navigate the exciting world of startups

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Can’t sleep? These podcasts can do the trick

The boom in sleep services comes at a moment where millions of people are struggling to balance the demand for productivity with the fact that sleep is a crucial component of health

Saudi Football League signs deals for global broadcast Al Khaleej VS Al Taawon Image courtesy Saudi Pro League

Saudi Football League lines up deals to broadcast games globally

The deals supposedly span more than 130 territories at rates as much as four times higher than last season’s total revenue from broadcast rights

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OSN’s Devrim Melek, Andy Grant share top trends in media and entertainment industry

In an exclusive interview, OSN unveils the impact of the evolving media landscape on modern viewers

as creative hub twofour54 to open new fim studio

Abu Dhabi-based twofour54 unveils ambitious plans to build film studio

Set to span over 100 acres, twofour54 Studios will be a next-gen, virtual production-ready, metaverse-enabled and fully-fledged production studio

Astra Tech National Bonds Sign MOu to iffer investment solutions to Botim Image Astra Tech Botim

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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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