Newsworthy

Spotify debuts new Premium tiers across Middle East region

Spotify is introducing new subscription tiers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, including Premium Lite, Premium Standard, and Premium Platinum. This pilot program may expand to other MENA countries if successful, enhancing Spotify’s offering in the region.

Director of GCO Qatar Sheikh Jassim, Snap's VP MENA Hussein Freijeh, and Snap CEO Evan Spiegel in Qatar for the official opening of Snap's office
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Snapchat in Qatar: New Office Opening and Usage Highlights

In Q3 2022, Snap announced they were opening their office in Qatar in partnership with GCO Qatar. Three years later, they have officially opened their office at Msheireb Downtown to mark the milestone. In addition, they recently shared some insights on Qatar users from research done with GWI.

Snapchat expanding across MENA region with opening of office in Qatar
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Snapchat is capping Memories for MENA and South Asia users

Snapchat introduces new Memories Storage Plans for the MENA and South Asia region, as they look to introduce a 5GB cap for all users.

Newsworthy

Saudia Airlines supports Apple’s Share Item Location tracking

Saudia Airlines is the first airline in the MENA region to implement Apple’s Share Item Location feature, enhancing baggage tracking.

Digital

No price increase for Apple TV+ across MENA and South Asia region

Apple has recently increased the price for Apple TV+. While few countries are seeing the new pricing, some regions are excluded from it.

Digital

Saudi Arabia gets gaming treatment as DLC for Ubisoft’s Assassin’s Creed Mirage

Ubisoft has announced a free DLC for Assassin’s Creed Mirage releasing in 2025. The expansion will include new missions set in 9th-century Al-Ula.