The Internet of Things (IOT) is no longer a futuristic buzz term — it is here and it is now. And it is already a playing a role in the initiatives seen by authorities in the region to improve the quality of life and connecting with consumers. His… Read More
Dentsu Aegis Network MENA has launched Amplifi, a newly established division, responsible for media investment and strategic partnerships for the group. Amplifi will bring together the group’s investment management, media partnerships, programmatic buying (AMNET) and content capability functions into a consolidated unit, with data as… Read More
It was going to be a busy day – it usually is, but this was the kind that leads to nervousness and thrill in equal parts. Having completed a morning session at the Arab Luxury World last week, I was gearing up for an afternoon appointment with Asad ur Rehman,… Read More
Content creators Image Nation has partnered with Discovery Communications, one pay TV programmer, to create and launch a new Arabic language TV channel for the Middle East and North Africa. ‘Quest Arabiya’ will be free-to-air and will go live in the final quarter of 2015.… Read More
In today’s competitive market, where mainstream brands are pushing into premium category and traditional luxury fashion moving into mass market, it is necessary for real luxury to distinguish itself and retain its mystique. Manal Khater, Regional Strategy Director, Atelier at Leo Burnett is of the… Read More
With more and more consumers owning and using smartphones than ever before, brands need to embrace technology to put their brand message across to consumers on different social mediums. While brands have jumped into the foray, luxury brands have been hesitant in doing so. High-end… Read More
Storytelling is an integral part for brands to deliver their message to the end consumer. Stories that are passed around on social media about a brand can be powerful in shaping up mainstream perceptions. Finding the human story for any luxury brand creates an emotive… Read More
As the digital infrastructure of the region keeps growing, the bandwidth of the connections allows the deployment of new strategies. Brands, including luxury brands, try to re-produce the in-store experience through purpose-designed sites. People use a combination of online channels to research the product they… Read More
There is a shift in consumer demand for accessibility in a single app versus relying on a plethora of separate mobile apps. A recent survey by Vuclip, a mobile video on demand (VOD) service on emerging markets showed that a high number of consumers (82 per cent)… Read More
“Make the people of my country happy….” This was the message that the ruler of UAE, His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, had for his government while crafting Dubai’s future and taking it on the roadmap of being a smart city. There is a firm believe… Read More
