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Netflix heads into earnings as advertising growth meets engagement concerns

News Desk 19/10/2026

Netflix’s ability to sustain double-digit revenue growth will be in focus when it reports earnings, as advertising and higher prices support the business while slower growth in viewing hours raises questions about audience engagement, according to Josh Gilbert, Lead Analyst, APAC and Middle

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UAE introduces mandatory permit for social media influencers in digital advertising crackdown

News Desk 30/07/2025

With effect from next 3 months The UAE Media Council has introduced a mandatory permit system for individuals posting promotional content on social media platforms, regardless of whether the content is paid or unpaid, as part of a new regulatory framework aimed at tightening controls over the growing digital advertising sector in the UAE. The […]

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WhatsApp launches paid subscriptions and ads in app update

Arnold Pinto 01/07/2025

In phased rollout WhatsApp is introducing paid subscriptions, promoted channels, and advertising within its Updates tab, marking a significant expansion of the platform’s business model while keeping private messaging untouched. The new features will appear only in the Updates tab, which houses both Status posts and Channels. The company stated that the changes are

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Signs You’re Dealing with a Low-Quality LED Advertising Display

News Desk 06/03/2025

A high-quality display can grab attention, deliver crisp visuals, and enhance brand messaging.  But a low-quality one? It can be an eyesore, malfunction frequently, and drain your budget on repairs.  That’s why it’s the last thing you want when investing in an LED advertising display. Wondering how to identify a low-quality LED screen. Look for […]

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New manual unveiled for OOH advertisers in Dubai

News Desk 17/08/2024

Evolving advertising needs addressed Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority has launched an updated version of its Out-Of-Home (OOH) Advertising Manual to foster a dynamic and competitive advertising environment in Dubai emirate in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Newly launched in collaboration with Dubai Municipality and Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism, the