Tech firm targets 20x returns on early-stage investments in region’s fintech and SaaS startups
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Scaling the entrepreneurial ecosystem in the GCC
The GCC has a proliferation of startup companies, and entrepreneurship is encouraged and supported in every country
agritech
5 trends that will shape MENA startup ecosystem in 2023
While 2022 was a great year for the region’s startup sector, entrepreneurs need to be aware of the key challenges facing small businesses in 2023
Abu Dhabi
Hub71’s ‘The Outliers’ startup programme to feature tech challenges from 5 top firms in Abu Dhabi
This year’s challenges seek to harness next-generation technologies including Web3 to help these organizations gain a competitive advantage and future-proof their operations
Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi economic body, Italy’s MADE to collaborate on advanced skill development programme
The agreement is part of the department’s efforts to work closely with best-in-class partners in various areas to ensure the ecosystem in the emirate is empowering manufacturers to transition to Industry 4.0 technologies
AgTech startups
Revealed: 30 Rising Startups from the Middle East 2022
The Middle East startup sector is heating up, with small businesses innovating rapidly today to solve the problems of tomorrow. In celebration of the innovators and entrepreneurs driving the future, Arabian Business is introducing its 30 Rising Startups of 2022
Abu Dhabi Youth Hub
Abu Dhabi fund to host summer camp for young entrepreneurs
The “Venturist Entrepreneruship” camp is open to students aged 10 to 18 years old
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Inside an Indian startup’s project to boost productivity, innovative business ecosystem in UAE
The Zara-TCN combine is also creating a network of wellness communities across the Gulf country, launching a mega awareness programme for its micro-algae-based foods products
Aldar
Aldar’s startup incubator programme Manassah 3.0 to target SMEs in F&B industry
Winners of the programme, held in partnership with startAD, will receive equity-free financial incentives and a space at an Aldar retail destination
Abu Dhabi Competitiveness Office
Public and private entities incentivised to support startups through new Abu Dhabi Innovates framework
The framework aims to create and increase demand in innovations, to encourage innovators and entrepreneurs, and to turn ideas into projects
Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri
UAE, World Economic Forum partner to launch business accelerators, develop blockchain applications
The UAE Minister of Climate Change and Environment, Mariam Mohammed Saeed Al Mheiri offered solutions on food security, while the UAE Minister of State for Public Education and Advanced Technology, Sarah bint Yousif Al Amiri, shared insights on the nation’s scientific research at WEF 2022
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Revealed: How entrepreneurs from the GCC can succeed in the UK
Three key factors that entrepreneurs from the Gulf should consider when setting up their business in the United Kingdom
attract investors
How will the UAE’s new venture capital fund help overcome obstacles in the nation’s startup sector?
While the $100 million fund announced by Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed is a prime example of the drive to be at the forefront of a digital future, it is also crucial for startups in the fintech space where areas of success may be uncertain, experts said
Dr Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi
UAE is “adamant” about regulation, key to powering startup growth, says minister
A strong regulatory environment makes it easy for startups to expand, says Dr Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, the UAE Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and SMEs
AB In Focus
AB Talks: SMEs “critical” to UAE growth, regulation in place for startups that want to expand, says minister
Dr Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, the UAE Minister of State for Entrepreneurship and SMEs, on how the UAE plans to evolve its startup sector