Observed Signal · Oct 30, 2026 · Partnership · Source: PocketGamer.biz · Impact: 2/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Nexus signs MoU with Dubai to boost gaming ecosystem
South Korean game company Nexus (ONE Corp) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Dubai Media Council (DMC) to support the development of Dubai's games industry. The agreement focuses on global distribution and publishing for Dubai-developed games, in-game payment systems, support for local studios, and identifying investment opportunities. Nexus will leverage its subsidiary ONE Store's distribution network to help Dubai-based developers reach international markets. This builds on Nexus's existing partnership with the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) signed in October. Dubai aims to become one of the world's top 10 gaming cities by 2033 through its Dubai Gaming Industry Development Program (DPG33), targeting 30,000 jobs and approximately $1 billion in GDP contribution.
This partnership is regionally significant for the gaming industry in the Middle East, but it is not a major shift for the global AdTech or MarTech sectors. It signals growth in gaming infrastructure and potential future ad inventory, but the immediate impact on advertising technology is limited.
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- Nexus signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Dubai Media Council on 2026-10-30.
- The partnership covers global publishing, local studio development, investment, and in-game economies.
- Nexus will use its subsidiary ONE Store's distribution network to help Dubai developers reach international markets.
- Dubai aims to be among the world's top 10 gaming cities by 2033, creating 30,000 jobs and contributing $1 billion to GDP.
- The agreement builds on a previous partnership with the Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC) signed in October.
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