JetBrains, the creator of AI-enhanced software development tools trusted by more than 15 million users and 88 of the Fortune Global Top 100 companies, has announced a strategic partnership with the DMCC AI Centre, a leading hub for artificial intelligence (AI) and innovation in the UAE. The collaboration aims to accelerate AI-driven innovation, entrepreneurship, and technical excellence within Dubai’s fast-growing technology landscape.
The agreement marks a significant milestone in JetBrains’ expansion across the MENA region, as the company strengthens its local presence to support the growing developer community and extend access to its cutting-edge tools.
Under the partnership, JetBrains UAE and the DMCC AI Centre will collaborate to empower startups, developers, and enterprises operating within the DMCC Free Zone and beyond. By combining JetBrains’ software development expertise with DMCC’s dynamic innovation ecosystem, the initiative seeks to advance the adoption and responsible use of AI technologies across diverse industries.
As part of the initiative, JetBrains will provide DMCC member companies with six months of complimentary access to up to ten IDE, Team/Learning, and AI Assistant Pro subscriptions, followed by a 50% discount from the seventh month onwards.
Yury Belyaev, Chief Administrative Officer and Board Member at JetBrains, said: “Our collaboration with the DMCC AI Centre represents an important expansion of our offering in the MENA region, and is a significant step in JetBrains’ mission to support AI innovation and empower the next generation of developers and entrepreneurs. We are seeing strong demand from developers and companies looking to create AI solutions that are tailored to the needs of the region, and our local team is working with partners like the DMCC to provide access to these services for their members.”
“Artificial intelligence is redefining how industries operate and innovate, and our partnership with JetBrains marks another milestone in positioning Dubai as a global hub for AI excellence,” said Belal Jassoma, Senior Director of Tech Ecosystems at DMCC. “By combining JetBrains’ world-class development tools with the DMCC AI Centre’s vibrant ecosystem, we are empowering startups, developers, and enterprises to accelerate responsible AI adoption and build the next generation of intelligent solutions from Dubai. This collaboration will play a key role in strengthening our innovation community and advancing the UAE’s national AI vision.”
The partnership will extend beyond access to tools and training, encompassing thought leadership and ecosystem development. JetBrains and DMCC plan to co-organise AI challenges and hackathons focused on solving real-world problems across key sectors, as well as explore opportunities to co-exhibit at major international technology events.
In addition, both organisations will co-host a series of events designed to foster dialogue, collaboration, and knowledge exchange among industry leaders, policymakers, and developers. This programme will include educational workshops and training sessions contributing to the development of AI policy frameworks and best practices throughout the region.
The JetBrains–DMCC partnership underscores a shared commitment to advancing AI innovation through collaboration, education, and practical application. Together, the two entities aim to build sustainable AI ecosystems that nurture talent, attract investment, and drive meaningful progress across industries.
As part of the collaboration, JetBrains and DMCC will also explore the potential launch of joint AI-focused accelerator programmes to further strengthen Dubai’s position as a global centre for AI innovation.
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