Technology, Media & Telecom

Stewarding the Metaverse of Technology, Media & Telecom

The Technology, Media & Telecom (TMT) industry in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) faces both unprecedented challenges and exciting opportunities. While the region faces a shortage of skilled professionals in digital technologies, limited integration between and amongst GCC states hampers regional expansion. GCC governments are investing heavily in digital initiatives, aligning with Vision 2030 plans. Over 40% of ICT investments by 2025 will focus on digital transformation. GCC economies have already launched advanced 5G networks that support data-intensive products and services, driving growth in the TMT sector. The GCC countries have well-defined and robustly controlled regulatory frameworks applicable for the telecom industry. Dubai, Bahrain and KSA are the leading FinTech congenial marketplaces with authorities such as Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) which is the first of its kind in the region. UAE and KSA host global chains of technology giants in the region and have inculcated healthy competition through Regional Head Quarter (RHQ) tax regime of KSA and Qualifying Free Zone Person tax regime of UAE.

We have always been there from the inception of the nextgen technology era in GCC and walk both worlds of technology and regulation. Whether you are a global chain of technology, a telecom operator or a media house, by partnering with us you can keep the regulatory encumbrances at bay and strategize with us on diversification.

Our Comprehensive Suite of Services for Technology, Media & Telecom Sector

We offer the following services to TMT players in the GCC region:

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Telecom Regulatory Authority compliances

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Consumer Protection Advisory

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Treasury and Transaction Advisory Services

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Digital Direct and Indirect Tax Advisory

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Internal Audits

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AML/CFT Advisory

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Assurance Services

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Technological Transformation

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Restructuring & Outsourcing

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