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Publsh Media, Vivenda sign UAE-Europe media partnership

Deal will see the two companies collaborate on out-of-home (OOH) advertising opportunities

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Dubai maps out vision for future-ready media industry

Media retreat brings together global industry leaders to shape growth

Dubai maps out new vision for future-ready media industry

Beyond fake news: The real risk in times of conflict

How misinformation can disrupt travel, business and public confidence

False or distorted information can trigger unnecessary fear, prompt unsafe travel decisions, disrupt businesses, and undermine public confidence

IG end-to-end encryption removal: What you should know

Here’s what users need to understand about the change

End-to-end encrypted messaging on Instagram will no longer be supported after May 8, 2026

RAK Ruler: UAE continues path of growth and stability

Sheikh Saud highlights role of national media at Ramadan iftar with journalists

His Highness Sheikh Saud bin Saqr Al Qasimi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, speaking to senior media professionals at the Iftar he hosted on March 11.

Indonesia bans social media for children under 16

New regulation steps up efforts to shield young users from harmful online content

The policy is intended to address growing threats facing children in the digital space

New rule from today: UAE social media ads need a permit

Non-compliance with UAE social media permit rules can lead to fines up to Dh1 million

New UAE law targets advertisers and influencers on social media

Dubai launches family-focused digital platform Dubai+

Ahmed bin Mohammed outlines strategy to strengthen media, film and creative sectors

Sheikh Ahmed bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum chairs the Dubai Media Council meeting and approves the launch of Dubai+, a new family-oriented digital media platform.

How Tunisian wins $1million AI film award in Dubai

Filmmaker honoured by Sheikha Latifa with $1m prize at 1 Billion Followers Summit

Tunisian filmmaker Zoubeir Jlassi reacts after winning the world’s largest AI Film Award for his film Lily. Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum handed him over the award at the1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai.

Why the world’s biggest creators are heading to Dubai

Why 15,000 influencers with 3.5 billion followers are all descending on Dubai right now

With a combined reach of 3.5 billion followers, the world's largest creator event is taking over Dubai. See who’s there and what’s being announced.

1 Billion Followers Summit in Dubai sells out

Fourth edition of the world’s largest creator economy event to host 30,000 attendees

Attendees at the two-day content creators' event in Dubai as 1 Billion Followers Summit. File photo for illustrative purpose only

1 Billion Followers Summit returns with global impact

Dubai to host world’s largest content creator gathering, featuring 500 speakers

Saeed Al Eter and Alia Al Hammadi during a press conference in Dubai to announce details of the fourth edition of the 1 Billion Followers Summit

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