Digital

Google I/O 2025: MENA rollout of new Gemini features

Google I/O 2025 is underway and many of their existing/new products are seeing a wider rollout to the MENA region that include Arabic support and more.

iHeartMedia and GCO Qatar sign a partnership to establish a podcasting industry for the MENA region in Qatar.
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iHeartMedia goes international with MENA region podcasting hub in Qatar

iHeartMedia and Government Communications Office of Qatar are collaborating to establish and foster a regional podcasting industry in the Middle East and North Africa region. This initiative aims to position Qatar as a podcasting hub, featuring state-of-the-art studios, masterclasses, and a lineup of original shows for Arabic audiences.

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Creators HQ: Dubai’s beacon for the growing Creator Economy

Dubai’s official launch of Creators HQ following the 1 Billion Followers Summit sends a strong message for the Creator Economy worldwide, positioning it as a potential hub for the MENA region and inviting many outside the region to relocate to pursue their dreams.

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Apple Pay expansion and integrations in Qatar

Apple Pay is already being embraced widely across Qatar by more banks. In addition, the popular food delivery app Talabat also adds it as an additional payment option.

Apple Pay is now available to QNB and Dukhan Bank account holders
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Apple Pay now available to QNB and Dukhan Bank customers

Months since QNB rolled out Apple Pay support to merchants, the time has come for consumers to enjoy it. If you have a bank card from either QNB or Dukham Bank, you can now sign up to Apple Pay.

Digital Global Statshot Q3 2020
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State of the Middle East: Global Digital Statshot of Q3 2020

The new decade did start off on the wrong note, with the COVID-19 pandemic seeing people confimned to their homes. We Are Social and Hootsuite have published their latest digital quarterly wrapup, helping to highlight how did people cope with this situation.