The IP Struggle and Building Regional Models

The IP Struggle and Building Regional Models is a panel exploring how creators in the Arab world are forging new paths to develop original animated series and intellectual property outside traditional Western models. Featuring Abdulrahman Khedr (Co-Founder, giraffics studio) and Nathalie Habib (Co-Owner / Executive Producer, Blink Studios), the discussion examines practical strategies for building and sustaining IP in the MENA region’s unique landscape.

Key points include how digital platforms can empower creators to reach audiences directly, the collaborative “Anthology Model” as a risk-sharing approach among studios, and the challenges of adapting Western frameworks to local realities. By the end of this session, attendees will understand alternative models for IP creation and gain insights into building sustainable animation projects in the region.