In other startup news, MENA on-demand video streaming service STARZ PLAY raised a total of USD 125 mn since its launch in 2015, the company announced. New investments in 2017 include those from Lionsgate’s Starz, asset manager State Street Global Advisors, and media and tech investment firms SEQ Capital Partners and Delta Partners. The funds will go towards enhancing customer experience and acquiring new programs. STARZ PLAY has 700,000 paying subscribers.
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