Subscription on-demand video service outlines plan to build on ‘record breaking’ growth last year
Maaz Sheikh
Dr Saleh Al Hashemi
Video: 5 reasons why the UAE economy is set to grow
It’s important to separate the chatter from the actual statistics when it comes to the UAE’s economic health. And some new data points – on business licenses, company hiring plans and non-oil sector growth – seem to suggest the same thing: the numbers are on an upward curve.
Cinepax
Dubai’s StarzPlay inks deal with Pakistani cinema chain
Video on demand service StarzPlay launches new Starz Play by Cinepax after signing agreement to enter Pakistan market
Dubai
Why streaming is the future of TV in the Middle East
Starz Play’s Maaz Sheikh wants to produce an original Arabic series that brings the region’s cultural tales to global audience
Dubai
Starzplay looks to become profitable by 2019, says CEO
Starzplay will introduce services into Pakistan later this month
Maaz Sheikh
StarzPlay revenue doubles every six months for last three years
The service is expected to launch in Pakistan this year
Maaz Sheikh
StarzPlay to introduce seven Arabic shows during Ramadan
Karma’s Curse will feature Lebanese singer and actress Haifa Wehbe
Maaz Sheikh
Online streaming will never eliminate traditional TV, says StarzPlay CEO
Maaz Sheikh says some formats including news and sports will continue to be television attractions
Entertainment
MidEast’s video streaming market to grow 50% by 2020
Leading regional platform StarzPlay has twice the regional marketshare compared to global service Netflix
Arabic content
How Starz Play Arabia plans to grow its audience
Armed with the ability to tap into Etisalat’s network, Starz Play Arabia is set to propel its streaming service into new territory
Arabian Business Start Up Academy
‘We’re not all Steve Jobs,’ says Starz Play chief Maaz Sheikh
Startups need to take a step back and recognise their mistakes, says founder of streaming service
Delta Partners
Starz Play Arabia’s funding reaches $125m
New funding will be used to enhance the firm’s customer experience, acquire new programmes and strengthen its market position