Observed Signal · Apr 8, 2026 · Company Profile · Source: State of Streaming · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Neutral

State of Streaming Adds Shahid Profile

Executive Signal Summary

Shahid is an Arabic streaming app operated by MBC Group, headquartered in Dubai, UAE. Founded in 2011, Shahid is described as the leading Arabic streaming platform with more than 40 million users. The service offers international subscription and ad-supported models and is listed on State of Streaming's directory with a link to its website (shahid.mbc.net). The directory entry indicates there is no additional coverage on Shahid within that profile page.

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High Confidence

This is a basic directory/company profile listing with factual metadata about a streaming service; it does not announce a product launch, funding, partnership, or policy change and has limited industry impact.

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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding

  • Shahid is a streaming app owned by MBC Group.
  • Headquarters: Dubai, UAE.
  • Founded in 2011.
  • Reported user base: 40M+ users.
  • Business model: subscription and ad-supported (hybrid).
Primary Source Grounding & Direct Attribution
Direct Origin Attribution
Primary Reporting: State of Streaming•Published: Apr 8, 2026
Original Coverage Title: “State of Streaming”

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