Saudi Arabia targets esports growth through new tech partnership

Saudi Arabia is aiming to expand its presence in esports through a new strategic partnership designed to provide technical support ahead of the country this summer hosting the world’s most lucrative esports competition. The Saudi Esports Federation (SEF) and Stc Group will work together to strengthen the gaming ecosystem and support the country’s target of …

Ronaldo vs Messi super ticket sold to real estate mogul

A Saudi Arabian real estate mogul has won a mega ticket to watch a friendly between two football greats, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, after bidding SAR 10m (£2.1m/€2.4m/$2.7m) at an auction.  It was revealed last week that the businessman had made the significant offer, with the proceeds set to be donated to charity.  The …

Saudi Arabian businessman on top to win Ronaldo vs Messi VIP ticket

A Saudi Arabian businessman is at the front of the queue to secure a the VIP spot at an upcoming match between footballing greats Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi, after making a SAR 10m (£2.1m/€2.4m/$2.7m) bid.  According to a report from Reuters, general manager of real estate group AgarOne, Mushref Al-Ghamdi, is currently the highest …

NFT ticketing deal a ‘major milestone’ for Saudi entertainment industry, says CEO

Saudi Arabia-based strategic investment company Quara Holding has announced a partnership with blockchain-based ticketing technology provider, B.A.M Ticketing.  Quara Blockchain, a subsidiary of Quara Holding, will utilise the partnership to help event organisers eliminate ticket fraud and keep track of tickets sold within Saudi Arabia.  Each ticket is created using blockchain and non-fungible token (NFT) …