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Entertainment shapes how people think, feel, and interact with the world. It combines imagination, technology, and strategy to deliver experiences that resonate. This company is innovating in content, distribution, and engagement to stay relevant in a crowded landscape. 

Yango Play

For AI-driven Arabic entertainment

Yango Play is transforming the MENA entertainment experience by combining streaming, music, and gaming in one AI-powered super app tailored to Arabic audiences. Its slate of original Arabic productions, including Fagret El Saher, Prestige, One Last Sin, and Ward w Chocolata, showcases regional talent while setting new standards for local storytelling and production quality. Collaborations with leading studios, such as UMS, Cedars Art, and StarzPlay Arabia, expanded access to premium Arabic content. Meanwhile, partnerships with Vodafone Egypt, du, and Sony ensured seamless distribution across various markets and devices. Integrating with Crunchyroll and Sowt Media further diversified its offerings with anime and Arabic podcasts. At the heart of Yango Play’s innovation is Yasmina, its bilingual AI assistant that understands Arabic dialects, personalizing entertainment experiences with cultural intelligence. By supporting regional creators, combating piracy, and investing in sustainable local production, Yango Play is building a vibrant, inclusive, and future-ready entertainment ecosystem for the Arab world.