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HT Labs and Doers Company sign MoU to expand OTTplay globally

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HT Labs and Doers Company sign MoU to expand OTTplay globally
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Snippets HT Labs and Doers Company sign MoU to expand OTTplay globally The agreement was signed at Dubai Silicon Oasis in the presence of officials, investors, and business leaders from India, Cyprus, and the UAE. Shashank Pathak 08 Jul 2025 21:59 IST HT Labs, the innovation arm of HT Media, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with The Doers Company, organizers of innovation events such as Reflect Festival and the Doers Summit. The agreement was signed at Dubai Silicon Oasis in the presence of officials, investors, and business leaders from India, Cyprus, and the UAE. The partnership aims to expand OTTplay, HT Labs’ AI-based OTT aggregator, into Europe and the Middle East. Cyprus will serve as the entry point into Europe while Dubai will support cross-border pilots and tech collaboration. The initiative aligns with the vision of the Government of Cyprus to attract Indian companies and position the country as a regional hub for innovation and investment. HT Labs will use the Doers Company's European network to explore global growth opportunities. Dubai Silicon Oasis will serve as a platform for testing digital products and engaging with international partners. The agreement also supports talent mobility and cross-border startup engagement. Officials from Cyprus, Dubai, and HT Labs emphasized the potential of this initiative to connect companies and investors across the three regions. The Doers Company highlighted India’s growing startup presence and its role in future collaboration.

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