A recent report by Weber Shandwick MENAT reveals that 77% of content creators in the MENA region believe that Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries are leading a positive transformation in the tourism and entertainment sectors. The second edition of the InfluAnswer Arabia report highlights insights from these creators, emphasizing the evolving dynamics of influencer marketing...
A significant update to media regulations in the United Arab Emirates has come into effect, requiring all social media influencers and content creators engaged in commercial activities to obtain a business license before applying for a media license from the UAE Media Council. This change is part of the broader Media Regulation Law, which was...
Individuals advertising on social media in the UAE will now be required to adhere to new regulations established by the UAE Media Council. This comprehensive system aims to foster public trust, safeguard audiences, and enhance the quality of online media content. Credit: WAM The UAE Media Council announced that it will provide support to content...
Dubai’s tourism authority is launching an “influencer academy” aimed at training aspiring digital creators to produce engaging content. This initiative is part of a collaboration with the travel content agency Beautiful Destinations and is driven by the Dubai Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, commonly known as Visit Dubai. The goal is to not only...
The UAE has made it easier for content creators, social media influencers, and filmmakers to live and work in the country with the introduction of the UAE Golden Visa for Content Creators. This visa offers long-term residency for up to 10 years without the need for a sponsor, giving creative professionals the freedom to focus...
The second week of the Economic Content Creators Programme, organised by the Dubai Press Club with support from the Ministry of Economy, focused on enhancing the skills of digital storytellers in the economic field. Participants took part in various workshops and expert-led sessions aimed at simplifying complex data and crafting engaging narratives. Accoriding to DPC,...