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Dubai Media launches Dubai+ digital platform

Fri, 30 Jan 2026

Dubai Media Incorporated (DMI) has launched its new digital platform Dubai+, marking a strategic step in advancing Dubai Media’s digital transformation and reinforcing its position as a leading regional and global hub for content creation.

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Esports Nations Cup in Nov; $45m prize fund

Fri, 30 Jan 2026

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced the competition dates and prize model for the Esports Nations Cup 2026 (ENC), the new global esports competition built around national teams, national pride, and iconic rivalries.

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Merit acquires Australia's Synchro Marketing; targets automotive, Oil & Gas sectors

Wed, 28 Jan 2026

Merit, a global engagement and incentives technology company headquartered in Riyadh, has announced the acquisition of Synchro Marketing, an Australian market leader in sales incentive programmes for the automotive and oil & gas sectors.

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WhatsApp, Insta, Facebook likely to start paid subscription

Tue, 27 Jan 2026

Meta Platforms will begin testing paid subscription plans across WhatsApp, Instagram and Facebook in the coming months, as the social media company looks to monetize advanced features and artificial intelligence tools, says an Impact Newswire report.

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SFME’s Sustainability Future Lab kicks off ahead of big Bahrain event

Sun, 25 Jan 2026

Sustainability Forum Middle East (SFME) kicked off its new Sustainability Future Lab university challenge for students in the Kingdom of Bahrain that will challenge them to develop innovative solutions for real-world sustainability problems ahead of its 4th edition.

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5 artists shortlisted for Ithra Art Prize

Fri, 23 Jan 2026

The King Abdulaziz Center for World Culture (Ithra) has shortlisted five artists for the seventh edition of the Ithra Art Prize, which celebrates artists from or based in the 22 Arab countries, one of the most established art awards in the Middle East and the Arab region. '

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Volvo CE announces key changes in executive management team

Wed, 21 Jan 2026

Volvo Construction Equipment (Volvo CE), a global leader in construction solutions, has announced some major changes in its executive management team with Christian Hallbjörner taking over as its Chief Financial Officer (CFO) and Malin Norman as its Head of People & Culture.

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$75m prize pool for 7-week Esports World Cup 2026

Tue, 20 Jan 2026

The Esports World Cup Foundation (EWCF) has announced a total prize pool of $75 million alongside the full game lineup and schedule for the Esports World Cup 2026 (EWC), the world’s largest esports event, set to return to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, from July 6 through August 23.

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Dubai Art Season 2026 to run from Jan 21 to April 26

Mon, 19 Jan 2026

Dubai Culture & Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) has launched of Dubai Art Season 2026, set to run from January 21 to April 26. The season brings together a diverse programme of artistic and entertainment events and festivals taking place across the emirate.

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Global musical 'Wicked' shows in Bahrain draw 7,000

Mon, 19 Jan 2026

The internationally acclaimed musical "Wicked" concluded its performances at the Bahrain National Theatre following a successful run held from January 13 to 17.