This article showcases our top picks for the best UAE (United Arab Emirates) based Media and Entertainment companies. These startups and companies are taking a variety of approaches to innovating the Media and Entertainment industry, but are all exceptional companies well worth a follow.
We tried to pick companies across the size spectrum from cutting edge startups to established brands.
We selected these startups and companies for exceptional performance in one of these categories:
- Innovation
- Innovative ideas
- Innovative route to market
- Innovative product
- Growth
- Exceptional growth
- Exceptional growth strategy
- Management
- Societal impact
Top UAE (United Arab Emirates) Media and Entertainment Startups
Data sourced from Crunchbase and SemRush.
STARZ PLAY
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STARZ PLAY offers films, Hollywood series, and documentaries for children in conjunction with the U.S., as well as Arabic content.
Kitab Sawti
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Kitab Sawti is an Arabic audio entertainment service offering audiobooks and podcasts through mobile apps.
ADQ
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ADQ is a holding company with a diverse portfolio of major enterprises.
Rawa.tv
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Rawa.tv is a live streaming platform dedicated to Arab gaming.
Finyal Media
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A podcast network Creating podcasts for young people across the Arab world.
DEI
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DEI serves as an exclusive operating partner providing turnkey imaging solutions to attractions and resorts.
OjaBox
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A cloud collaboration platform for creative teams to manage all their digital assets and simply track work and deliver faster!
Wyld
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Wyld is the photo & video spreading challenge: create, spread, compete, & win prizes.
Tawahadna
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Tawahadna is a media production house that focuses on creating documentaries on Emirati artists and help them get international recognition.
Flash Group
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Flash Group is an international advertising and media company.
Augustus Media Holding Ltd
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Augustus is a new media publishing company based in Dubai and Riyadh, we own and operate media brands that target young audiences.
Webedia Arabia
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Webedia Arabia is a digital Arab networks, through pillars of fashion & beauty, pop culture, food, parenting, and gaming/esports.
Aido.com
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AIDO.com is the largest e-commerce solution for entertainment in the Middle East & GCC.
Zorins TV
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Zorins TV is an international media that offers its viewers entertainment in five channels.
Digital Media Services
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Digital Media Services is Choueiri Groups dedicated digital media representation unit.
MOBY Group
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MOBY Group is a leading media and entertainment company with a focus on emerging and frontier markets.
MEED Media FZ LLC
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MEED Media FZ LLC is a remarkable senior management media brand.
Novo Cinemas
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Novo Cinemas currently operates 104 screens with over 16,000 seats across 10 properties.
Yazle Media
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Yazle Media is a digital media company Located in 10 Countries worldwide
OMNES media.com
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OMNESmedia.com is a unique online media solutions provider that empowers you to CONNECT, MEASURE and REACH your objectives
The Gritti Fund
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Next Generation Early-Stage Investment Fund for Startups in the MENA region
UNBOXING GEEKS
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A Leading Arabic portal For Technology , Business and startups in MENA Region
Aurora
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SaaS Over The Top (OTT) Video on Demand (VOD) Platform
Access Advertising
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Access Advertising is a UAE based graphic design agency.
QYU
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QYU™ is a full service media rights distribution agency connecting to Television, OTT, Mobile, in-flight and broadband.
Dot Republic Media
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Dot Republic Media is a content distribution platform that enables publishers to focus on content creation by handling revenue generation.
Gulf Business
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Gulf Business an first regional news magazine that publishes news about industry, lifestyle and events.
Expression, LLC
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Expression, LLC is offers media, print and production, interactive, CRM, strategic planning, contract publishing, events and sponsorship.
Growl Media
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Growl Media’s mission is to build apps, under the Appy Kids’ brand, that are both educational and entertaining
Multi Platform Network
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Multi Platform Network offers advertising solutions.
Alpha Media Production Services
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Alpha Media Production Services offers media production services.
Mawhooob.App – Entertainment & Event Management Company
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Mawhooob is a leading entertainment, event management & talent booking agency in Dubai, UAE.
Equityplus Advertising
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Equityplus Advertising is an advertising and media production company.
WAASTAA
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WAASTAA is an online social and creative networking service that showcases creative work from across the globe.
Media A La Carte
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Media A La Carte is a media production company specialized in motion graphic, 3D animations, video production and editing services.
Film District Dubai
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Film District Dubai is a media production company.
AdVoice
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AdVoice is a mobile audio ad network with the largest reach in this format.
NgageU
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NgageU is part story-teller & part concept builder in the digital and mobile app space.
AquAries Productions
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AquAries Productions is a media production company.
Haze Productions
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Haze Productions is a UAE based independent production and post-production house.
A.k.a. Media
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a.k.a. Media is an integrated media production, post-production and digital company.
Macmillan Adam
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Macmillan Adam produces corporate and commercial videos.
Filmworks Group
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Filmworks Group is a broadcasting and media production company.
InteractiveME
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InteractiveME is a site that provides latest news, interviews, researches, top blogs & everyday happenings in the media industry.
Media Zone Network
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Media Zone Network is prominent and authentic source of news, current affairs and information delivery online.
Zayed Sports City
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Zayed Sports City is a sports stadium and events venue for entertainment and other sports event.