It's a new year and already it's been filled with some tech and social challenges. Starting off with the TikTok ban in the US also impacting people outside the country.

Is Dubai now looking to be the Creator Economy hub in the MENA region? Influencers in Qatar should prepare for new legislation that will impact them.

At CES 2025, Delta is bringing YouTube Premium to its in-flight entertainment. What about the possibilities of Netflix, Disney+, and other SVOD joining in? All this and more are covered in our latest episode.

Additional reference links during the episode

- TikTok STEM feed launches in Saudi Arabia

Chapters

"(00:00) Introduction and New Beginnings"

"(01:54) The TikTok Ban and Its Implications"

"(10:04) The Evolution of TikTok and Its Impact"

"(16:07) Educational Content and TikTok's STEM Feed"

"(21:02) Influencer Licensing in Qatar"

"(27:02) Regulating Influencers and Future Prospects"

"(27:14) Emerging Trends in the Digital Market"

"(30:15) The Rise of Creator Economies"

"(34:28) Monetization Strategies Across Platforms"

"(39:08) Innovations in In-Flight Entertainment"

"(45:28) The Future of Streaming Services"

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