Eighty-one per cent of the startups in the latest cohort are headquartered outside the UAE
The fund aims to close the current funding gap that exists for local and regional entrepreneurs
A dedicated specialist will conduct a comprehensive review of the applicants’ business followed by the joint steering committee’s review for inclusion in the initiative
The joint effort will focus on logistics, technology enablement and adoption within the SME and education sectors
Aramco’s venture capital programme supports the development of disruptive new technologies and creates diversification opportunities for Aramco while paving the way for collaborations with innovative startups
The all-in-one digital platform aims to significantly reduce the cost of doing business for SMES by providing them with a wide range of exclusive offers and discounts
The new initiative aims to nurture the next generation of entrepreneurs in the region to develop solutions to regional and global sustainability challenges
We speak to Abhinav Patwa, the head of the e-hailing ride service, about its unique offerings and future plans
The company will provide SMEs with free corporate tax registration, free accounting services, and compliance guarantee
Jisr, founded in 2016, caters to 16 sectors and operates from its offices in Riyadh and Hadhramaut
COP28 and SME Climate Hub for MENA will provide free access to tools and resources to implement emission reduction strategies
Cypherleak allows companies to track their leaked passwords and information on both the public web and dark web
A Hub71 startup since 2020, Remotepass has successfully scaled its business to become a key partner of the ecosystem
Understanding the specific needs of restaurant owners and operators was crucial to developing a solution that could make a meaningful impact
The Launchpad X concept store is home to a diverse range of local brands that have displayed outstanding innovation and growth potential
Successful applicants will be invited to Dubai to work closely with government agencies to develop their projects and prepare for their implementation
Whether you’re a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned business leader, these reads will equip you with the tools and wisdom to navigate the exciting world of startups
A total of 20 startups will be onboarded during the ninth edition of the programmen
The fund is stage-agnostic and will invest primarily in companies with clear product-market fit that are demonstrating revenue growth
The contribution of Dubai government bodies was worth Dhs552.51m, while federal government entities granted contracts worth Dhs88.2m
We facilitate effective goal planning and provide a user-friendly experience to help individuals achieve their financial objectives
Financial services embedded into existing business models are no longer optional, but necessary
The platform utilises AI to relieve students of extra mental labour, personalise learning materials based on individual learning styles, and provide valuable insights to educators
The startups, part of Hub71’s first cohort of the year, originate from the UAE, US, New Zealand, Egypt, the Netherlands and the UK
The strategy will enable a flexible and diversified future economy, contributing approximately Dhs9bn to the GDP and creating 86,000 job opportunities
The bureau will enable the DIFC Innovation Hub community to tap into new data sets to boost fintech development in the UAE market
The agreement will enhance Abu Dhabi’s AI innovation ecosystem via strategic partnerships with key government and government-related entities
noon.com will offer its seller onboarding services through Meydan Marketplace
Applications are currently open and without charge to all UAE residents, including students, professionals, and small business owners until May 20
Hub71 and its focus on driving impact for startups and Abu Dhabi has led to the facilitation of 41 POCs for corporate partners valued at Dhs160m by the end of 2022