The Impact of Virtual Events on UAE Digital Marketing Strategies

Let’s just call it what it is: the last few years flipped everything on its head—especially in the UAE’s ever-glamorous, fast-paced marketing scene. One minute we were planning swanky in-person expos at the Dubai World Trade Centre, comparing the thread count of our branded giveaway tote bags (don’t lie—you’ve done it). The next? We were […]

How to Tap Into UAE’s Growing Digital Niche Markets

Yeah, I’ve been there. Burning ad money on saturated markets, going after generic “Middle East” demographics, and wondering why the conversion rate was flatter than a bottle of Pepsi left out in the sun. But here’s the juicy secret no one’s shouting from the rooftops (yet): the UAE’s digital world is full of niche markets […]

How to Use Geotargeting to Reach UAE Customers Effectively

Yeah. That was me, sitting behind a laptop, watching my click-through rate plummet faster than my confidence. I’d done the SEO thing. I had the ads running. But nothing was sticking. Nada. Crickets. Turns out, I was yelling into the void — the wrong void. Let’s talk about geotargeting — the not-so-secret weapon for reaching […]

Launching a Successful Social Media Campaign in the UAE’s Food & Beverage Sector

Has your stomach ever grumbled while scrolling through Instagram and suddenly you were mentally planning a late night shawarma run? That’s a good food campaign in action. It surprises you, gets your mouth watering, and as if by magic—you are handing over your dirhams for a burger you previously claimed you weren’t hungry for.  But […]

Creating Cultural-Resonant Content for the UAE Audience

To put it bluntly: writing for the UAE is way deeper than slapping on a crescent moon graphic and sprinkling in a “Mashallah” or two. You’re entering a space where identity is layered, culture is large, and people can smell a fake from 10 miles away. It’s scary for sure. But it can be rewarding […]

Trends in Mobile App Marketing in the UAE

Seriously. In a country where 99% of the population owns a smartphone (yes, almost everyone), mobile app marketing isn’t just a “channel”—it’s the stage. And trust me, in the UAE, that stage is loud, competitive, luxurious, and ultra-connected. I learned this the hard way. Let me tell you about my first client in Dubai—a small […]

How Blockchain Is Transforming Digital Advertising in the UAE

 — And Why You Might Actually Start Liking Ads Again Alright, check me out.  You know the feeling. You’ve had a long day and you’re mindlessly scrolling through Instagram, maybe sipping some karak or pretending to engage with your cousin’s voice notes. Suddenly, here comes the ad—it’s for a toaster. A toaster you googled once. […]

Tips for Small Businesses to Expand into the UAE Market Digitally

— Because Playing It Safe Doesn’t Pay Rent So, you’ve got a business. A small one. Maybe it started in your garage. Maybe it began as a pandemic side hustle. Either way, it’s real now — you’ve got customers, a brand, and maybe even a logo you kinda regret but don’t want to admit. You’re […]