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The partnership aims to improve global news coverage, enabling both institutions to provide more in-depth and accurate reporting on international events, ultimately expanding their media influence.

Qumra 2024 welcomes 200+ film auteurs and global industry experts

Doha Film Institute unveils Qumra Masters for 2025 industry event

Qumra will run as an in-person event from April 4 to 9 in Doha, and continue online from April 12 to 14.

Kanal D International sells ‘Love of My Life’ to Serbia

by Vijaya Cherian and Nusrat Ali

Directed by Hakan Kırvavaç, written by Gökhan Horzum and Ekin Atalar and produced by Lucky Red Film.

Creating Captain Shedeed: A superhero with Arab roots

In a world dominated by CGI and Western superheroes, Arab superhero Captain Shedeed is taking the bold step of reviving the lost art of stop-motion. Created by Ramy El Gabry, ...

Palestinian sci-fi documentary ‘LYD’ to debut at Cinema Akil

Palestinian documentary ‘LYD’ to screen in Berlin

The documentary follows the rise and fall of Lyd, a 5,000-year-old metropolis that was once a bustling Palestinian town until it was conquered by the State of Israel, which was ...

Fonn Group appoints Miljenko Logozar to drive Middle East media projects

Logozar brings more than 30 years of expertise in broadcast technology and media operations to the role.

NPAW launches second-generation AI companion at NAB Show

NAB Show 2025 to spotlight AI, sports, streaming and creator economy

March 9, 2025

Attendees can register at NABShow.com, with free Exhibits Passes available until March 17.

SoftAtHome provides Alexa voice control feature to Etisalat by e&

Thema brings Asian and Turkish dramas to Roku Channel

March 9, 2025

The deal includes eight series from Korea and Turkey that will be available in the US, most of them targetting the Hispanic community.

Hend Bakr’s documentary on Mohamed Hafez Ragab to screen at Cinema Akil

March 8, 2025

The documentary sheds light on Mohamed Hafez Ragab, a reclusive Egyptian literary figure who withdrew from public life for nearly three decades.

TOD teams up with Skyworth to launch 4K streaming set-top box in MENA

This collaboration combines Skyworth’s cutting-edge QVWi 4K set-top box technology with the premium content offered by TOD.

Rise launches Middle East Chapter to promote gender diversity in broadcast technology

Kathey Battrick, Head of Media Management at Asharq News, and Katie Purcer Golding, Acting CMO at SRMG, will lead the Rise Middle East Chapter.

Mediagenix names Wael Yasin as Sales Director for Central Europe

Wael will focus on Mediagenix customers’ and prospects’ success across all countries in Central Europe.

Netflix surpasses 200m paid subscriptions

Netflix set to surpass YouTube in video revenue for first time in 2025

While often positioned as rivals, YouTube and Netflix increasingly collaborate rather than compete.

NMK Electronics and Riedel partner to expand AV solutions in GCC

The partnership will bring advanced real-time signal distribution and communication solutions to the Middle East.

Red Sea Fund returns with Fund Talks series

The discussion will shed light on how the foundation cultivates emerging talent and supports innovative storytelling.

Audio Visual Gateway Media announces transfer of ownership

Turki Alalshikh, TKO and Sela announce multi-year deal for new boxing promotion

This venture will include a structured talent development system with combines and academies, access to UFC Performance Institutes and leverage TKO's expertise to deliver world-class broadcasts and fan experiences.

SPI International launches DIZI Romania feed

Thematic Channels is responsible for selling DIZI spots and sponsorships in Romania.

Warner Bros. Discovery to launch streaming service Max in Turkey

Turkey will represent the 77th territory launch for Max, which has been rolling out internationally.

Yemeni film ‘The Burdened’ to hold Arab world premiere at Baghdad Film Festival

Saudi Arabia’s Cinema Club to screen ‘The Burdened’ and ‘Samia’

The films will be shown at the Culture and Arts Society in Al-Ahsa.

Advanced Media sets benchmark for sustainability in media retail sector

AMT’s dedication to sustainability has also been acknowledged with the Dubai Chamber of Commerce ESG Label.

Technology, media entities unite to build trust in online content

Ramadan drama ‘Muawiya’ by MBC Group stirs controversy across Arab world

Religious figures in Egypt have also criticised the show for its portrayal of early Muslim figures.

Lionsgate appoints Adam Fogelson as Vice Chair of Motion Picture Group

Turkey’s OGM Universe appoints new sales director for Lat Am, US and Iberia

In 2017, she joined Kanal D International in Istanbul, helping expand Turkish content in LatAm before moving to GoQuest in 2021.

Yango Group announces Ramadan 2025 initiatives across MENA

Yango Group is delivering a diverse range of entertainment, mobility and AI-powered solutions throughout Ramadan.

Advanced Media partners with DHL Express UAE to cut carbon emissions

This initiative enables AMT to lower its emissions by 30% using Sustainable Aviation Fuel, a renewable energy source derived from sustainable materials that replaces traditional jet fuel.

StarzPlay unveils Arabic series lineup for Ramadan 2025

Users can enjoy exclusive premieres for 'Afkar Ommi', 'Fedda, Al-Masar', 'Min Al-Ahad' 'Ela Al-Khamees' and 'Qate’e Wareed'.

Roya TV reveals lineup for Ramadan 2025

With this lineup of cooking, drama, comedy and interactive competitions, Roya TV aims to make Ramadan 2025 a month of entertainment, inspiration and rewarding experiences.

Sharjah TV upgrades production capabilities with FOR-A technology

The new OB installation features an architecture with main and backup switching capabilities, ensuring complete redundancy for mission-critical live coverage of government events and cultural activities.

Grass Valley announces GV Forum 2025 ahead of NAB Show

GV Forum 2025 offers an opportunity to gain exclusive insights, connect with industry pioneers and help shape the future of media.

Rotana Channels partners with Alibaba Cloud to advance Arabic automatic speech recognition

Alibaba Cloud will also assist Rotana Channels in transitioning its video archive to the cloud.

Ghanaian broadcasters depend on Dejero for seamless election coverage

EnGo mobile video transmitter and LivePlus App enable seamless live reporting from remote and high-congestion areas.

Insys and To-Do Media bring Arabic content to mobile devices

BeIN Media Group extends Disney content deal across MENA

The deal will bring Disney Channel and Disney Junior in English and Arabic to MENA, while subscribers continue to enjoy a selection of premium content.

Dubai Studios unveils Ramadan lineup with eight premium productions

A diverse slate of Emirati, Khaleeji and Syrian series available across leading TV channels and platforms in the region.

Palestinian documentary ‘No Other Land’ wins at Independent Spirit Awards

‘No Other Land’ wins Best Documentary at 97th Academy Awards

This film by a Palestinian-Israeli collective of four young activists has been made as an act of creative resistance on the path to greater justice.

StarzPlay partners with BytePlus to introduce AI-powered features

New product offerings like short dramas, recommendations and in-app shopping will be available while streaming content.

Es’hailSat expands channel lineup with Roya Media Group

The channels are now part of the Es’hail-2 channels bouquet which further adds to the lineup of premium content currently broadcasting via Es’hail-2 satellite.

Syria Television Network expands with launch of ‘Al-Thania’ channel

'Al-Thania' will be available on Nilesat 201 (7° West), Frequency.

BeIN announces exclusive Ramadan programming with TOD Studios Originals

BeIN has introduced exclusive Ramadan subscription deals with the promo code 'RAMADAN'.

The OTT journey – Learning from the experts

TLC MENA premieres reality series ‘The Baldwins’

March 2, 2025

The series will also be available for streaming on Discovery+ via Jawwy TV.

TBS partners with Most Production for Turkish remake of ‘Le Bel Homme’

March 1, 2025

It marks the second remake of the film after a South Korean version was produced in 2019.

Seven Media launches performance-driven digital marketing agency

Rahul Sharma, who has experience in scaling digital marketing agencies, is the Managing Partner of Seven Digital.

Bloomberg rebrands Africa show as ‘Next Africa’

'Next Africa' will continue to air on the fourth Friday of every month, providing an in-depth look at the forces shaping the continent’s future.

SES Live and Ethara partner to expand live entertainment in Middle East

The partnership will see SES Live and Ethara bring theatrical performances and shows including 'Disney on Ice' and 'Cirque du Soleil' to venues across the Middle East.

Dubai hosts premiere of Marvel’s ‘Daredevil: Born Again’

'Daredevil: Born Again' launches exclusively on Disney+ on March 5.

Saudi Media Forum President explores global collaborations in media production

This discussion opens doors for co-productions, content distribution agreements, and knowledge exchange between local and international players.

Asharq Documentary and Asharq Discovery announce exclusive Ramadan line-up

A fresh take on the Ramadan content offerings, bringing a mix of history, culture and investigative content, including newly released originals, exclusives and returning favourites.

Paramount+ expands to Turkey in partnership with beIN Media Group

BeIN will create a Paramount+ branded destination on Turkish OTT platforms, TOD and beIN Connect.

‘The Woodman’ gets its first Iraqi screening at French Institute

Iraqi film ‘The Woodman’ joins I’m Migrant Film Festival in London

The film received post-production funding from the Cairo Film Connection and the Doha Film Fund.

TikTok to roll out option to extend videos to three minutes

TikTok expands STEM feed to sub-Saharan Africa

The feed is a curated set of videos with the aim of showcasing high-quality STEM content and is currently live in over 20 countries across sub-Saharan Africa.

Sharjah Media City advances media production with Shams Studios project

The construction contract is expected to be awarded by Q4 2025, with a clear timeline set for the project, construction and equipping phases.

Dubai Studios and Emirati filmmaker Ali Mostafa announce sequel to ‘City of Life’

'City of Life Continuum' boasts an international ensemble cast, featuring top talents from the UAE, Hollywood, Bollywood and the Arab world.

Red Sea Film Foundation-supported films shine at 75th Berlinale

The recognition of these films highlights the Red Sea Film Foundation’s ongoing dedication to supporting unique voices through the Red Sea Fund.

Takwene launches MENA’s first Dolby Atmos music studio

Located in Egypt, Takwene’s Dolby Atmos music studio introduces advanced audio production capabilities to the MENA region.

Skandha Media Services achieves ISO/IEC 27001-2022 certification

The playout solutions and services provider upholds global security standards in broadcasting services, IT infrastructure and software development.

Snap partners with Qatar’s GCO to launch first AR Academy in MENA

More than 300m people use AR on Snapchat and more than 85% of daily users in the MENA region interact with Lenses every day.

EFCA recognises ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’ as Best Egyptian Film of 2023

Netflix MENA releases Egyptian film ‘Voy! Voy! Voy!’

A collaborative effort between Vox Studios, Film Clinic and Image Nation Abu Dhabi, the film is a shift for director Omar Hilal, making his debut in the world of cinema ...

ArabyAds, LG Ad Solutions and TVekstra partner to boost CTV advertising in Turkey

Through this collaboration, Turkish advertisers will gain access to TVekstra’s LG CTV inventory, backed by ArabyAds’ data-driven marketing technology and measurement solutions.

IMI appoints Ahmed Embaby as Chief People Officer

At IMI, Embaby will oversee the human capital strategy across its portfolio of media brands, including Sky News Arabia, The National, Al Ain News and CNN Business Arabic.

Dubai Films and Games Commission hosts media retreat to shape film industry roadmap

February 25, 2025