Shahid, the streaming service in the Arab world by MBC GROUP, is now available on all major Smart TV brands and connected streaming devices, it has announced. This comes as research by MBC GROUP has found that an increasing number of Shahid VIP subscribers prefer to consume content on larger...
For more than 100 years, Citroën has created vehicles that are as unconventional as they are iconic, such as Traction, 2CV, or even Type H, making mobility accessible to as many people as possible. In 2020, with Ami - 100% ëlectric, Citroën is unlocking urban mobility for everyone. Inspired by...
The Epica Awards, the only global creative prize judged by the press, has announced a later closing date this year of October 15. This is due to the turbulence caused by the pandemic – and in order to attract the maximum amount of great creative work to show the jury....
'The Future Hiring Trends in the MENA' survey, conducted recently by Bayt.com, the renowned Middle East's job site, highlights emerging developments in the hiring landscape of the Middle East and explores the role of technology in innovation and job creation. As the COVID-19 pandemic accelerates digital transformation of work, business...
Instinctif Partners has been appointed by KSA-based philanthropy giant, Alwaleed Philanthropies, which delivers vital humanitarian projects both regionally and internationally. To date, Alwaleed Philanthropies has delivered over 1,000 projects in nearly 200 countries. Instinctif Partners will expand the regional and global presence of the organisation, assist in building new partnerships...
International construction consultancy, Linesight, is targeting Saudi Arabia’s data centre pipeline as the country works to build an economy based on technology and knowledge as laid out in its Vision 2030. Having recently announced several new data centre contract wins in the Middle East, growing the value of its active...
Following the launch of Lynx Live, a free, digital education, inspiration and networking platform in June 2020, Dubai Lynx announces Lynx Live Virtual. Taking over the existing LIONS Live global platform for a special three days of MENA-focused content, Lynx Live Virtual will offer an immersive experience open to all...
Evolvin' Women, a social enterprise dedicated to the advancement and skills development of women in developing countries, has announced a new partnership with D'NOUR DUBAI, an exclusive Online luxury jewellery brand that celebrates femininity through its creations and giving back to women around the world by supporting them in various...
Gambit Communications has been appointed as the new PR agency for Help AG, the cybersecurity arm of Etisalat Digital, and the biggest cybersecurity service provider in the region. The new wins mark a further addition to the Dubai-based independent communications agency’s bourgeoning portfolio of multinational brands, bolstered by a fast-growing...
Visa, the world’s leader in digital payments, published its global Back to Business study assessing the dramatic shift to digital commerce in response to the pandemic, driven largely by changing consumer expectations for a safe and touchless payment moment. As small and micro businesses (SMBs) continue to endure the financial...
TikTok, the leading app for short-form mobile video is calling on its users to support one of Lebanon’s most prominent non profit organisations, the Lebanese Red Cross, to help the people of Beirut that were severely affected by the tragic incident that recently struck the capital. Last week, TikTok donated...
A jury of 13 leading global CMOs selected Kathleen Hall, chief brand officer at Microsoft, as winner of The One Show 2020 CMO Pencil, honoring the brand marketer behind the world’s single most impactful idea on a brand’s business from the past year. Hall picked up the prestigious award for...
The global out of home industry is launching a worldwide digital out of home (DOOH) campaign created by UK creative agency New Commercial Arts with production and distribution managed by Grand Visual. Managed by the World Out of Home Organization (WOO), the campaign entitled #OurSecondChance launches is rapidly achieving global...
The world today on World Humanitarian Day honours all humanitarians who are going to extraordinary lengths in extraordinary times to help women, men and children whose lives are upended by crises and the global COVID-19 pandemic. The dedication, perseverance and sometimes sacrifice of these real-life heroes represent the best of...
The Royal Commission for AlUla (RCU), in collaboration with Sony, has launched a photography competition for Saudi residents based in AlUla. The competition commences on World Photography Day, 19th of August 2020 and will run until 23 September 2020. The campaign seeks to find five talented local photographers under five...
