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The UK’s premier event for broadcast media, production and technology returns in 2025 with expanded content, cutting-edge exhibits and exclusive networking opportunities.

Disney+ MENA highlights Saudi storytelling in new campaign

The AV-led campaign was produced locally with regional talent and is now live across Saudi Arabia.

Creative Media Authority appoints Senior Head of Strategic Partnerships

Nabil Abou Samra will oversee regional productions, manage client needs from start to finish, and build partnerships with industry specialists to enhance infrastructure.

Transforming the entertainment experience with tech

AI-assisted personalisation and monetisation, optimising CDNs, examining security solutions to safeguard emerging threats in streaming, dynamic broadcasting scalability and streaming flexibility were some of the topics regional CTOs discussed at ...

Somos Distribution brings Turkish content to Content Americas 2025

The lineup of Turkish dramas includes 'That Girl', 'Bahar', 'Love for Rent', 'Ruthless City' and 'Love & Hope', among others.

Saudi Film Commission launches initiative to empower art cinema

As part of the initiative, Riyadh hosted Korean Film Week at Cinehouse from January 19 to 23.

OGM Universe secures global distribution for series ‘Lost in Love’

January 19, 2025

Produced by OGM Pictures, 'Lost in Love' originally aired on Star TV in Turkey.

Eccho Rights secures global deals for fantasy series ‘Fallen’

January 18, 2025

The TV series is based on the New York Times best-selling Fallen novels by Lauren Kate, which have sold more than 11m copies worldwide.

Sony Pictures Television signs deal with Turkey’s Sinema TV

Roya Media Group teams up with Medianest Pro to boost content strategy

January 17, 2025

The partnership will also explore opportunities for collaboration with global media networks

Evision launches preschool TV channel ‘Bloom’

January 17, 2025

The new 24-hour channel delivers educational content designed to inspire and support early childhood development.

SoftAtHome provides Alexa voice control feature to Etisalat by e&

MBC Media Solutions reveals Ramadan 2025 lineup and ads strategy

January 17, 2025

For this year, MBC’s lineup features a mix of productions, spanning comedies, dramas, talk shows and culturally rich content.

Roxy Cinemas screens ‘Don’t Look Down’ on UAE youth smartphone addiction

'Don’t Look Down' serves as a wake-up call for society, urging collective efforts to tackle smartphone addiction and foster a healthier, more mindful relationship with technology among the next generation.

Viu expands Arabic-dubbed Korean content for MENA audiences

By continuing to localise popular titles, Viu aims to connect global stories with regional audiences.

Arab films to compete at Cannes Film Festival

Cannes Film Festival re-elects Iris Knobloch as President

She has served as President of the Festival de Cannes since July 2022.

DAZN introduces PGA Tour Pass for Golf fans in MENA and Southeast Asia

Saudi Arabia’s PIF plans to acquire minority stake in DAZN

A partnership will deepen Saudi Arabia's ties with DAZN, which already streams the Saudi Pro League, Saudi-funded boxing and the Six Kings Slam tennis event.

Dubai Culture hosts Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert with 80 film screenings

Dubai Culture wraps up fourth edition of ‘Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert’ festival

Under the theme ‘Where Stories Come To Life’ the festival featured more than 30 workshops, panels and discussions connecting emerging talents with industry experts.

Lionsgate appoints Adam Fogelson as Vice Chair of Motion Picture Group

Kanal D International strengthens global reach with key appointments

These appointments highlight Kanal D International’s dedication to strengthening its international presence and bringing top-tier Turkish content to audiences worldwide.

IBC Partnership Board appoints Stephen Nuttall as new Chair

Nuttall brings more than 30 years of leadership experience as a senior executive and consultant in the sports, media and digital industries with top pay-TV companies, online platforms and sports ...

BeIN Sports launches new English-language podcast series

'Tales, Tears & Trophies' is available globally on beIN Sports’ official YouTube channel, Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Hend Sabry to host masterclass organised by Saudi Film Commission

After starring a number of Tunisian productions, Hend's breakthrough was through 'Muzakirat Murahiqua' (A Teenager's Diary) that was considered the most controversial film in 2002.

Vodafone Qatar launches OSNtv bundles

The entertainment package will be delivered through the OSNtv Box.

Roya TV tops ratings as Jordan’s most-watched channel in 2024

This accomplishment highlights Roya TV's commitment to delivering engaging programming, securing its position as a trusted choice for viewers across Jordan.

Yasmina now exclusively available on Yango Play

Yango Play introduces Shamandar’s kids podcasts and stories

Users can now listen to the podcast in the app or by simply asking human-like AI assistant Yasmina to play it.

Franco Film Festival returns to Cinema Akil for 14th edition

Cinema Akil returns with line-up of films and events

From January 24 to February 2, Cinema Akil will host the 11th edition of the Reel Palestine Film Festival.

El Reino Infantil brings children’s programme to Turkish market

As part of this collaboration, 40 songs from 'Zenon the Farmer' and other series have been translated into Turkish.

Xpozed launches in UAE to boost creative production

The agency focuses on developing creators’ skills, keeping them updated with the latest trends, sharing knowledge and expanding partnerships between influencers.

Creators HQ partners with X to elevate UAE’s content economy

As part of this partnership, Creators HQ has launched a competition offering a $500,000 prize provided by Creators HQ, to encourage content creators to produce meaningful and exclusive content for ...

Red Sea Film-backed ‘Dead Dog’ to premiere at IFFR 2025

The festival is set to take place from January 30 to February 9.

UAE launches Creators HQ to boost global content creation industry

The Creators HQ will serve to empower creators, amplify their impact and establish sustainable frameworks for the booming creator economy.

Media City Qatar highlights AI innovations at Al Jazeera conference

By advancing AI innovations and fostering global collaboration, Media City Qatar continues to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of media and content creation.

Warner Bros. Discovery and IAEA launch educational series on nuclear science

The films are made in conjunction with the 12 nuclear sciences and applications laboratories of the IAEA, a feature in the United Nations.

Emaar partners with TVU Networks for New Year’s Eve celebration at Burj Khalifa

TVU MediaHub, a cloud-based routing solution, played a crucial role in managing signal flow between various video formats.

StarzPlay to stream UFC 311 live from Los Angeles on January 19

The event will feature 14 bouts, including a historic clash between Islam Makhachev and Arman Tsarukyan.

E& launches AI-crafted film for Neo Home Experience

The project highlights e&'s ongoing efforts to incorporate advanced technologies into its consumer offerings.

IBC 2024 to host 31 companies in GREAT Britain and Northern Ireland pavilions

IBC calls for Technical Papers for IBC2025 Conference

The deadline for submissions is Friday, February 7, 2025.

Hala Badri attends fourth edition of Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert Festival

The event, spearheaded by Dubai Culture, seeks to advance the local film industry.

Roya TV wraps up filming for ‘Aqwa Sofra with Almarai’ season two

The programme features a judging panel of culinary experts from the Arab world.

Warner Bros. Discovery teams up with Fujairah Holding for ‘Arabian Shores’ series

January 9, 2025

The premiere date will be announced closer to the date.

TikTok launches STEM Feed in Saudi Arabia

January 9, 2025

A dedicated section on TikTok will inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers and innovators through a diverse array of verified STEM content.

Monetising content in a competitive regional market

January 9, 2025

No conference is complete without a discussion on monetisation. Our high-profile OTT discussion at the BroadcastPro Summit explored strategies for content localisation, partnerships, collaborations, user engagement, and the integration of ...

Saudi Arabia to lift four-year ban on BeIN Sports

BeIN extends Australian Open media rights in MENA until 2029

The new five-year partnership extension with Tennis Australia will see Southern Hemisphere’s only Grand Slam, from qualifying to finals, broadcast live and exclusive on beIN Sports.

Apple Original Films wraps production of ‘F1’ at Abu Dhabi Grand Prix

'F1' will premiere globally in theatres in partnership with Warner Bros. Pictures on June 27, 2025.

OSN+ celebrates launch of first Kuwaiti mini-series ‘The Fashionista’

The launch of the six-episode dramedy, 'The Fashionista', will premiere exclusively on OSN+ on January 9, 2025, with episodes dropping weekly.

Tony Chambers to become President of Disney EMEA

Chambers will replace Jan Koeppen, who is stepping down in February as regional lead after six years as part of a company restructuring of the entertainment business in EMEA.

Prolights upgrades SÖZCÜ TV’s Istanbul studios with modern LED lighting

The incorporation of Prolights' products has allowed SÖZCÜ TV to elevate its visual presentation, improving the viewing experience for its audience and enhancing the channel's production quality.

Media leaders embrace digital transformation

January 7, 2025

At the recent BroadcastPro ME summit, MENA media chiefs discussed key topics including changes in advertising strategies, the evolving SVOD market, the role of GCC regulators in media, the rise ...

Red Sea Fund 2024 invites applications for production cycle

Christopher Nolan to begin filming ‘The Odyssey’ in Morocco this month

January 7, 2025

The film brings Homer’s foundational saga to IMAX film screens for the first time and opens in theaters everywhere on July 17, 2026.

Rotana Group partners with MRC to introduce KSA TAM system

January 6, 2025

The KSA TAM system offers in-depth insights into audience behavior and advertising impact, enabling Rotana to refine its production and advertising strategies for maximum efficiency.

Dubai Culture hosts Al Marmoom: Film in the Desert with 80 film screenings

January 6, 2025

The festival will screen two short films by Emirati director Hussain Alansari, as well as a feature on the Mohammed Bin Rashid Space Centre.

Hatem Hossam AlDeen’s cosmic horror film ‘AKH’ now showing in Kuwaiti cinemas

Kuwaiti cosmic horror film ‘AKH’ now streaming on Netflix MENA

January 5, 2025

The film follows the story of Shihab, the hustling, jaded, taxi driver, and Suhail, his dependent wheelchair-bound brother.

Emaar Super Cup features global broadcasting technology

January 4, 2025

The broadcast will feature digital ads for the UAE Pro League and Emaar, the competition’s official sponsor.

Red Sea Film-backed ‘All That’s Left of You’ to premiere at Sundance 2025

January 3, 2025

'All That’s Left of You' is a historical drama chronicling the story of one family over three generations and examining the passage of trauma to each.

Technology, media entities unite to build trust in online content

Watch IT to premiere ‘House Arrest’ on January 8

January 3, 2025

Directed by Ahmed Samir Farag, the drama series consists of 10 episodes.

Egyptian film ‘Seeking Haven for Mr. Rambo’ set for Arab world release

January 2, 2025

The film was inspired by a 2015 incident in Egypt where a viral video of a dog's brutal killing led to four men being jailed.

Apple TV+ extends free trial to end of February 2021

Apple TV+ goes free for first weekend of 2025

December 31, 2024

The promotion can be availed on any Apple TV+ enabled device, to anyone with an Apple ID.

Brad Pitt begins shooting for ‘F1’ in Abu Dhabi

Abu Dhabi Film Commission offers up to 50% cashback in new rebate plan

December 30, 2024

Under the enhanced rebate system, the cap on total financial assistance is being increased from $5m to $10m.

TOD releases trailer of new series ‘Sarab’

December 30, 2024

The exclusive snippets are from the first three episodes of the series which premieres on January 7, 2025.

Beirut’s Metropolis Cinema reopens

December 27, 2024

First established in 2006, the Metropolis Cinema Association was a cornerstone of Lebanon’s independent film scene for many years.

Football meets crypto in new Bitget and LaLiga tie up

December 26, 2024