Over the last several years, large audiobook platforms have expanded into less well-developed markets around the world with the desire to build new audiences of listeners. This growth can bring enormous opportunity, but also raises important questions about local ecosystems, local-language content, and what it means for smaller domestic players. In this panel, we will look closely at both sides of this discussion.

Speakers:

• Ali Abd El-Moneim Ahmed, CEO & Co-founder, Arabookverse International
• Ama Dadson, Founder & CEO, AkooBooks Audio Ltd

Moderator:

• Erin L. Cox, Publisher, Publishing Perspectives