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Distinguished footballer Salem Al-Dawsari surprises his fans by calling them through HUAWEI Vision S smart screen
July 04th, Riyadh Saudi Arabia: Huawei Tech Investment Saudi Arabia organized a special event where the distinguished Saudi football star Salem Al-Dawsari surprised a number of his fans who purchased the HUAWEI Vision S smart screen by calling them through the MeeTime feature. Some football fans, who own the HUAWEI Vision S smart screen, had the opportunity to connect […]

Dating apps in 2021: technically safer but threats of stalking and doxing still loom
From robot companions to AI choosing the perfect partner, technology has become permanently entwined with dating and finding love, especially after a year and a half of lockdown that made digital connections the only type possible. To understand the security implications of this trend, Kaspersky researchers conducted an in-depth study of nine popular dating apps […]

GoDaddy shares Six Tips for Naming Your Small Business
For many entrepreneurs, naming a business is the starting point for launching their business officially. Trying to find a name for your startup can be very exciting. Finding the proper name that can distinguish your business from another is important to consider as it will share with your customers an idea of what your business does. Your […]

“Almarai” signs a memorandum of understanding with “SDAIA” to support needy families through “Ehsan” platform
Last week, Almarai and the Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) signed a memorandum of understanding between the two parties stated that Almarai provides free food baskets to support the families in need through the national platform “Ehsan” for charitable work. The memorandum was signed by Abdullah bin Nasser Al-Bader, CEO of Almarai, and Abdulaziz Al-Hammad, […]

ED SHEERAN PERFORMS AT THE TIKTOK UEFA EURO 2020 SHOW THIS FRIDAY 25 JUNE
• Fans from across the Middle East can catch the first live performance of his soon-to-be-released new single, ‘Bad Habits’ • Concert live-streamed only on TikTok from his home ground of Portman Road, Ipswich Town • The TikTok UEFA EURO 2020 Show is a celebration of music and football and marks TikTok’s partnership with UEFA as the home […]

DP WORLD AND UNICEF BUILD ON PARTNERSHIP WITH JEBEL ALI PORT VISIT
Ted Chaiban, Regional Director of MENA for UNICEF, meets DP World’s CEO & Managing Director of UAE Region and Jafza, Abdulla Bin Damithan, to discuss further collaboration in the COVID-19 relief effort Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 21 June 2021: DP World’s UAE Region and Jafza CEO & Managing Director, Abdulla Bin Damithan, today welcomed UNICEF’s Regional […]

AMC Cinemas launch “Thank You” initiative in partnership with Saudi Ministry of Health
The initiative aims to support the national efforts towards combatting COVID-19 Riyadh, June 20, 2021 In appreciation of the Kingdom’s efforts for combatting COVID-19, AMC Cinema has launched “Thank You” initiative, in recognition of the frontline healthcare workers and their endeavors with “Take The Step” the national campaign to combat coronavirus, which was launched by the Ministry of Health […]

Bigo Live Shares 4 Points to Know on How Livestreaming Can Help Businesses in a World After COVID-19
Dubai-UAE: 16 June 2021 – Over the past year, the world as we know it has changed and the way people consume content for information, education and entertainment has changed. We are now living in a digital-first world powered by video and audio technology, however there is a specific form of technology that is and will continue to […]

Twitter introduces a new language setting on Twitter.com – #FeminineArabic
In parallel, Twitter launched a campaign titled #FeminineArabic (أتحدث_بالمؤنث#) in partnership with organizations and brands across the region 15 June, 2021, CITY, COUNTRY: People across the world come to Twitter to discuss what’s happening, and Twitter wants its service to better reflect the many voices that shape the conversation. In some languages, such as with Arabic, […]

PEUGEOT & Taaleem ‘Buckle Up!’ on Road Safety
PEUGEOT and Taaleem launch ‘Buckle Up!’ children’s story book to promote road safety French automotive manufacturer PEUGEOT and local education provider Taaleem, have partnered together to create a children’s book titled Buckle Up! to promote road safety for school children. The book highlights five road safety tips in an engaging and fun illustration to help teach children […]

Cisco Unveils Webex Innovations to Enable Hybrid Work and Events
Webex velocity of innovation continues, introducing more than 800 new features and devices since September. All-new Webex Suite, including a new look and feel, supports hybrid work collaboration at 40 percent lower cost than a-la-carte. The integration of Slido’s audience engagement capabilities and soon Socio’s hybrid event management tools provide the most comprehensive events platform for any […]

TikTok becomes the home for football fans in the MENA region this UEFA EURO 2020
TikTok is the official partner of UEFA EURO 2020 – the first digital entertainment platform to sponsor a major international tournament TikTok is bringing a range of exciting features so that creators can recreate, celebrate and amplify the action on the pitch Riyadh, KSA- June 10, 2021: As part of its partnership with the UEFA EURO […]

Marasi News retains the title of the “Best Maritime Media” at Shiptek Awards 2021
The UAE-based bi-monthly magazine that focuses on the local, regional and global maritime industry was honoured for its efforts to promote the growth of the maritime industry 7 June 2021, Dubai, United Arab Emirates: Marasi News, one of the first specialised maritime magazines and portals in the UAE was recognized as the “Best Maritime Media” at the Shiptek International […]

MG Saudi Honors Social Media Celebrities during the Holy Month of Ramadan
MG Saudi gave an Iftar party in honor of top social media celebrities. The event took place at one of Jeddah’s luxury restaurants. This initiative is part of the MG’s strategy to support and strengthen ties with social media stars. In this occasion, Eng. Hazm Jamjoom, COO of Taajeer Group, the exclusive dealer of MG […]

Najm Racks Up Another Successful Social Initiative under its Program “Najm Al Kheer”
Riyadh, KSA, May 30, 2021: Consistent with its successful strategy and programs that earned it the “Best Corporate Social Responsibility Insurance Company” award from the globally-renowned Global Brands magazine, Najm for Insurance Services maintains its social responsibility efforts which are at the heart of its corporate principles and launches yet another set of initiatives as […]

Spotify Premium Launches New Offers For Free and First-Time Users
Every summer deserves the perfect soundtrack – so while we’re hoping this year is much more Walking on Sunshine and less Summertime Sadness, Spotify Premium’s latest offer is here to make sure your summer sounds just the way you want it. Starting today, Spotify Premium is offering three months free to eligible free and first time-users for the Individual Premium plan. […]

Spotify Introduces Downloads on the Apple Watch for Offline & Phone-Free Listening
Spotify has rolled out the ability to download your favorite playlists and albums on Apple Watch for Spotify Premium users. Heading out for a run but still want to take your tunes? Here’s how: Find the music you want to download on your watch. Select the playlist or album and press the three dots (…) […]

Raayi, region’s first comprehensive business reviews app launches in Dubai
The fun and free-to-use app is the first of its kind cross-industry guide in the UAE Dubai, UAE, 23 May 2021: Raayi, the region’s first comprehensive business reviews app, is set to create waves in the ‘reviews space’ with its launch in the UAE. An app by the community, for the community, Raayi facilitates easy […]

Twitter relaunches verification process with new approach
Updated verification policy shaped by public feedback in Arabic, English, Hindi, Spanish, Portuguese and Japanese 23 May 2021, Riyadh, KSA: Twitter has announced that, as of today, it will be rolling out its new verification application process, and reviewing public applications for verification on Twitter. The latest milestone in Twitter’s plans to provide greater […]

Snap Inc. announces new products and partnerships at annual summit
In the Middle East, the platform’s monthly addressable reach continues to grow substantially, now over 75 million unique Snapchatters, which is a 33% rise year on year Middle East – May 21, 2021: Snap Inc. has held its third Snap Partner Summit virtually, announcing a host of new products and partnerships across its developer, creator […]

Call My TV with MeeTime on HUAWEI Vision S: Everything you need to know
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia 20 May 2021: Video calling is something that has become a major part in today’s life. With more people working from home and usage of video calls becoming more acceptable and prominent in everyday situations, it’s only a matter of time before the industry starts moving towards enhancing this experience even further. One […]

Hundreds of noon Daily Ramadan Donation Bundles delivered to food banks
Noon’s grocery platform offered customers an easy way to support families in need during the Holy month Dubai, UAE. 19th May 2021: noon Daily, noon.com’s dedicated grocery platform, delivered hundreds of Ramadan Donation Bundles on behalf of customers wishing to support families in need across the UAE and KSA. Ramadan Donation Bundles packed with household essentials and grocery supplies […]
