Vijaya Cherian, Author at BroadcastPro ME

Exclusive – MediaCast launches second MCX experience centre in Dubai

July 8, 2025

The new MCX functions as an interactive hub for broadcasters, filmmakers, musicians, podcasters and students to explore complete creative media...

Sand, sweat and high stakes

by Vijaya Cherian

June 23, 2025

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What happens when a global survival format gets a cultural reboot in the heart of Neom? In an exclusive interview...

All eyes on AIUIa

by Vijaya Cherian

June 18, 2025

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Saudi Arabia is grooming AlUla into a premier global destination for film production, combining state-of-the-art facilities with its unique cultural...

Grass Valley scales up with software and IP workflows

by Vijaya Cherian

June 16, 2025

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With a growing footprint across the Middle East, Grass Valley is navigating the challenges and opportunities of a broadcast market...

Fuelling a new era in sports broadcasting

by Vijaya Cherian

June 12, 2025

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Global media tech giant NEP Group recently unveiled its first large-scale IP-based OB trucks for the Middle East. Speaking exclusively...

LEO, AI and interoperability: Satellite connectivity enters a new era

by Vijaya Cherian

May 22, 2025

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As satellite operators respond to rising demand and growing competition, next-generation networks are being shaped by interoperability, space sustainability, AI-driven...

How the UAE is forging a new frontier in space technology

by Vijaya Cherian

May 20, 2025

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Through Space42, the UAE is fusing AI, geospatial intelligence and satellite technology to build sovereign space capabilities with international reach....

Breaking barriers, building futures: The new face of IABM

by Vijaya Cherian

May 14, 2025

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A new CEO. A fresh vision. And a long-overdue shakeup at IABM. Saleha Williams tells Vijaya Cherian she is here...

Why Outernet is the infrastructure layer you didn’t know you needed

by Vijaya Cherian

May 8, 2025

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As data sovereignty, infrastructure resilience and trusted communications take centre stage in the Middle East, Rivada Space Networks arrives at...

Sport’s Growing Grip on MENA Media

Evision’s transformation proves that business acumen and passion drive success

by Vijaya Cherian

May 7, 2025

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With CABSAT 2025 set to spotlight the convergence of sport, streaming and strategy, the region’s media economy is being redefined...

New Leadership, Same Strategy, Sharpened Focus

by Vijaya Cherian

April 18, 2025

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Grass Valley’s new CEO Jon Wilson talks growth, the Middle East and customer success.

Asharq Egypt upgrades to remote production

by Vijaya Cherian

April 16, 2025

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When Asharq Egypt set out to redefine its live production capabilities, it envisioned a state-of-the-art remote production studio that would...

Sam Barnett to exit MBC Group, Mike Sneesby to take over as CEO

by Vijaya Cherian

April 8, 2025

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Barnett has been appointed CEO of Central European Media Enterprises (CME), headquartered in Prague, and will assume office effective May...

Nukta delivers digital news on the dot

by Vijaya Cherian

March 24, 2025

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A new venture in Dubai is set to reshape news delivery in South Asia, combining expert journalists with cutting-edge technology....

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part IV

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part II

by Vijaya Cherian

March 21, 2025

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The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors...

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part III

by Vijaya Cherian

March 19, 2025

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The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors...

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part II

by Vijaya Cherian

March 18, 2025

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The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors...

SMF and FOMEX bring top industry leaders together in Riyadh – Part I

by Vijaya Cherian

March 17, 2025

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The Saudi Media Forum and the accompanying Future of Media Exhibition (FOMEX) concluded last month with more than 30,000 visitors...

Industry mourns death of Emirati media executive Abdul Hadi Al Sheikh

by Vijaya Cherian

February 22, 2025

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Al Sheikh served as senior executive at several Abu Dhabi entities but was best known for the leadership he showed...

Celebrating achievements, paying tribute to those we lost

by Vijaya Cherian

December 9, 2024

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This issue celebrates industry changemakers while honouring the memories of those we've lost.

Reson8 Media promotes data-driven storytelling at Doha seminar

by Vijaya Cherian

December 4, 2024

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The seminar offered a strategic overview from Vizrt executives on remote virtual production trends and showcased Pilot Edge's latest features,...

Fields of gold

by Vijaya Cherian

November 14, 2024

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Katara Studios recently launched its second Arabic co-production, 'Chasing Dreams', on MBC Group’s streaming platform Shahid. Hussein Fakhri, Chief Commercial...

New school of thought

by Vijaya Cherian

November 7, 2024

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BroadcastPro ME takes a tour of the cutting-edge studio at the Higher Colleges of Technology’s Yas campus, integrated by Advanced...

Dubai Studios and International Academy of Television Arts & Sciences forge long-term partnership

by Vijaya Cherian

October 21, 2024

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The partnership includes sponsorship of the International Emmy World Television Festival and the International Emmy Awards Gala, as well as...

Navigating the news wave

by Vijaya Cherian

October 21, 2024

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As the Middle East news scene heats up, Sky News Arabia is adopting a data-driven approach to enhance its content...

From archive to asset

by Vijaya Cherian

October 14, 2024

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With Saudi Arabia experiencing a corporate gold rush, the Kingdom’s media assets have become highly coveted on the global stage....

Exclusive: ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 to stream for free on Starz On

by Vijaya Cherian

October 2, 2024

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In a regional first, the ICC world cup event will be available to viewers free-of-charge.

Revolutionising audience measurement for satellite TV

by Vijaya Cherian

September 25, 2024

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Advertisers today are increasingly inclined to invest in streaming services and digital platforms that offer accurate data on who is...

Keeping up with the FAST crowd

Technology, media entities unite to build trust in online content

by Vijaya Cherian

September 24, 2024

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In recent years the streaming industry has witnessed a significant shift in viewer preferences, with free ad-supported streaming television (FAST)...

Saudi Arabia shoots for the stars with NSG

by Vijaya Cherian

September 23, 2024

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In May 2024, Saudi Arabias Public Investment Fund (PIF) announced the launch of Neo Space Group (NSG), an entity tasked...

Clarity in motion

by Vijaya Cherian

September 23, 2024

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Samsung Gulf Electronics recently introduced its AI-powered Neo QLED 8K TV sets, showcasing advanced AI-driven picture quality, 8K upscaling and...

Using AI to keep history real

by Vijaya Cherian

September 19, 2024

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In an age when technology and creativity often intersect, Dubai broadcaster Al Mashhad TV has set a new standard with...

ASBU festival spotlights Arab media innovation and regional cooperation

by Vijaya Cherian

September 18, 2024

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In June, ASBU hosted the 24th edition of the Arab Radio and TV Festival, uniting key players from the Arab...

The power of 8

by Vijaya Cherian

September 16, 2024

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Channel 8, Iraq’s latest television station, is making a splash with its impressive state-of-the-art studios and a vision to captivate...

Egypt makes stellar leap

by Vijaya Cherian

September 10, 2024

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Egypt has ambitiously marched ahead this year with several new satellite projects and space initiatives under the leadership of Dr....

E-visionaries

by Vijaya Cherian

September 10, 2024

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In just a couple of years, evision has evolved from a traditional content aggregator into a trailblazing media powerhouse. By...

Evision’s transformation proves that business acumen and passion drive success

by Vijaya Cherian

September 9, 2024

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Evision has forged new directions by transforming business models, taking a technology-neutral stance and making bold advancements in content licensing...

Canon makes its mark

by Vijaya Cherian

September 6, 2024

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Last month, Canon unveiled the EOS R1 and EOS R5 Mark II mirrorless cameras in Munich before a gathering of...

Strategies shaping the future of OTT in MENA

by Vijaya Cherian

July 22, 2024

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BroadcastPro ME hosted two roundtables where participants discussed potential strategies to minimise subscriber churn on OTT platforms.

Exclusive: Al Sharqiya Group plans to sell minority stake amid investor interest

by Vijaya Cherian

July 15, 2024

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The Iraqi media conglomerate is working with Innovation Media to ensure an accurate valuation of its assets.

Raindance Film School gears up for virtual production course

by Vijaya Cherian

June 19, 2024

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The academic institute has collaborated with Garage Studio and partners in the emirate to ensure a well-rounded start to the...

CABSAT turns 30: Driving progress in media and satellite

by Vijaya Cherian

June 10, 2024

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In conversation with BroadcastPro ME, Rajendra Salgaonkar, Head of Sales at Dubai World Trade Centre, discusses the show, its recent...

HGTV to cash in on MENA commercial opportunities with ad-sales launch in August

by Vijaya Cherian

June 6, 2024

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The channel is upping its game in the region with the launch of a raft of content solutions for brands...

CNBC’s Expansion Drive

by Vijaya Cherian

May 30, 2024

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CNBC Arabia’s Doha IP production centre commenced operations early this year. The multi-million-dollar studio is a crucial part of the...

Short and Sweet

by Vijaya Cherian

May 27, 2024

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‘Les Chenilles’, a short film by Michelle and Noël Keserwany, recently premiered in the Arab world at the El Gouna...

Embarking on excellence

by Vijaya Cherian

May 20, 2024

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Under the ambitious framework of Saudi Vision 2030, Saudi Broadcasting Authority is spearheading a transformative journey to revolutionise its broadcasting...