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Published on March 3, 2025

Maaz Sheikh on the Rise of Starzplay, MENA's Streaming Soonicorn

In this episode of the Startup Spotlights Podcast Series by Lucidity Insights, we welcome Maaz Sheikh in the studio, the Co-Founder and CEO of StarzPlay. Known as the Netflix of the region, StarzPlay is a leading video-on-demand streaming service in the Middle East and Africa. Maaz shares his journey from ideation to raising tens of millions in funding, the importance of localization, and overcoming challenges in the highly competitive streaming industry. Discover the strategic moves that set StarzPlay apart, including partnerships with mobile operators and the integration of Turkish and Arabic content. Tune in this episode for valuable insights on entrepreneurship and the evolving landscape of digital entertainment.

Check out more details about StarzPlay’s fundraising journey in their profile.

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Starzplay

Starzplay is a streaming platform that offers a wide variety of movies and TV shows from around the world. It allows users across MENA to access exclusive content with ease.

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