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Saudi Arabia

First Tech Web selects Albabtain LeBlanc

First Tech Web Company – a joint venture between OneWeb, the UK-based global communications agency and low Earth orbit (LEO) satellite service provider, and TONOMUS, a tech company powering an ecosystem of cognitive technologies at NEOM – has selected Albabtain LeBlanc, a Saudi Arabian construction company, to construct a satellite station in Tabuk, Saudi Arabia. […]

September 20, 2023

Saudi’s STC takes Telefónica stake

Saudi Arabia’s STC Group has acquired a 9.9 per cent stake in Telefónica, making it the second biggest holder in one of the largest telcos in the world with significant presence in Spain, Germany, the UK and Brazil, for a total consideration of SAR 8.5 billion (€2.1bn). STV Group said the acquisition represents another milestone […]

September 6, 2023

Custos Media Technologies partners with Cyber Shield

Custos Media Technologies, a leading provider of cuOng-edge digital media security soluHons, is pleased to announce the finalisaHon of an exclusive reseller agreement with Cyber Shield, a prominent cybersecurity company based in Saudi Arabia. This strategic partnership aims to deliver Custos Media Technologies’ unique document security products to the EducaHon and Enterprise business segments in […]

June 28, 2023

NEOM, SRMG partner for regional media ecosystem

SRMG, a global integrated media group, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NEOM Media Industries, a developing regional centre for media and creative industries in the heart of Saudi Arabia. The MoU, which outlines a range of focus areas, underlines a shared dedication to enhancing the media ecosystem in the region. NEOM will […]

June 12, 2023

Speedcast wins Saudi connectivity deal

Satellite services business Speedcast has agreed connectivity access with Saudi Arabia with new licences granted. Speedcast says it has already delivered communications services to customers through in-country partners. With its latest expansion, the company will supplement its existing Internet Service Provider (ISP) licence from the Kingdom’s Communications, Space and Technology Commission (CST) with additional support […]

May 16, 2023By Chris Forrester

Saudi plans Al Jazeera competitor?

Saudi Arabia’s state media group is mulling an international English-language news channel to rival Qatar’s Al Jazeera. Saudi Research and Media Group has contacted consultancies to study feasibility, reports the FT. Boosted by recent high oil prices, Saudi Arabia seeks to compete with Dubai as the Gulf region’s financial hub and is looking to sport […]

May 10, 2023

FIlm AlUla launches AlUla Creates

Film AlUla has announced the launch of AlUla Creates, a platform designed to nurture creativity and empower future generations in film, the arts and fashion. The launch is part of a year-round programme that will allow new female filmmakers and creatives to collaborate with industry professionals and access development funds to create and share their […]

March 9, 2023

The Saudi Cup to air in 170 territories

Now entering its fourth year, The Saudi Cup will be distributed around the globe by 35 broadcasters in 170 territories on February 24th and 25th, further extending the reach of the $20 million event. The Group 1 Saudi Cup continues to rise in reputation as one of horseracing’s premier events. This is reflected by a […]

February 20, 2023

WWE hires sales advisors

WWE, the wrestling entertainment company has hired multiple advisors to help the company’s potential sale. WWE said it has retained The Raine Group as financial advisor, Kirkland & Ellis as legal advisor, and August as strategic communications advisor to “support the management team and its Board of Directors in connection with a review of strategic […]

January 13, 2023By Nik Roseveare

WWE sold? Stephanie McMahon resigns

Rumours are circulating that WWE, the wrestling entertainment juggernaut, is set to be sold to Saudi Arabia. In a time of great upheaval for the company, January 10th saw WWE Chairman and Co-CEO Stephanie McMahon announce her resignation from the company just days after her father Vince McMahon was reinstated to the Board of Directors. […]

January 11, 2023By Nik Roseveare