One of the most common and cross-demographic reasons for using social networks at present is to ‘fill up spare time’. That gives some context for the rising figures seen for average daily time spent on social media and messaging services. Globally, digital consumers say they… Read More
The boundaries between traditional search engines and social networks have been weakening for some time – with this trend being particularly clear among the youngest age groups. Ask all internet users where they are most likely to go for more information about a product or… Read More
With its motto to take regional production to new heights, Icflix has launched new drama series for its subscribers this Ramadan. The internet streaming service will be showcasing Layali Al Helmeya season 6, Al Tawarid and Al Arrab – Taht Al Hezam. Layali Al Helmeya… Read More
Vuclip has launched a wide array of simulcast premium Arabic shows for mobile users for the month of Ramadan. Through a partnership with one of the region’s media production houses, Aroma, Vuclip will provide subscribers with access to popular Arabic content during Ramadan. Viewers will also enjoy… Read More
Aiming for the Expo 2020 Dubai site to be one of the fastest, smartest and best connected places in the world, Etisalat Group is awarded the connection and communication mandate for the event. Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State for International Cooperation and Director… Read More
MBC Group (Middle East Broadcasting Center) and NPAW (Nice People At Work), a technology player in business intelligence and analytics for the online video industry have partnered to provide real-time actionable data that allows MBC’s VOD service, SHAHID, to deliver optimal premium video streaming experience… Read More
Continuing its growth in the North, West and Central Africa region, satellite operator, SES, has increased its technical reach in the Ghana to two million TV homes. This signifies an increase of over 18 percent TV homes in Ghana compared to 2014, which brings SES’… Read More
The global Consumer Confidence Index (CCI), as measured by Nielsen, remained stable in the first quarter of 2016 even though below the optimism baseline score of 100. The score reflected varied confidence levels reported in every region. The Middle East and Africa (MEA) has a… Read More
Gulf Air has launched a new website and mobile app for its in-flight magazine Gulf Life. “We are delighted to embrace digital technologies that allow us to reach a broader audience, facilitating their access to Gulf Life,” said Ahmed Janahi, Chief Commercial Officer, Gulf Air. Along… Read More
