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Announced at Abu Dhabi Finance Week 2025, the new FinTech, Insurance, Digital and Alternative Assets (FIDA) cluster is projected to add AED56 billion to GDP and create 8,000 skilled jobs by 2045.

The fund targets land acquisition, last-mile financing, and branded asset development across the UAE.

The choices made now will determine whether the next generation inherits a smarter, stronger region or another cycle of fragility. A.I. deserves to be part of that choice.

The evidence on AI shows that it is not here to erase jobs but rather it is there to transform them to bigger breaks.

"The key is about AI enablement. Building the infrastructure and partnerships, investing in this space is important, but the next point is the enablement of the entire population — a smooth, population-wide transition to using the latest technologies and digital services," H.E. Al Mubarak said.

Ilna AI, a new AI platform preparing to enter the UAE market, gears up for its launch to empower small businesses with seamless customer service and administrative solutions that are prevalent in large enterprises. Set to launch in early 2026, the platform introduces an “AI employee” designed to answer calls, respond to messages, schedule appointments, […]

A leading industry panel at GBS Abu Dhabi will explore whether the Web3 gaming sector can deliver a play-to-earn breakthrough with the next generation of blockbuster titles.

The FII9 Innovators Pitch 2025, hosted by the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, spotlighted five startups that presented breakthrough AI-powered solutions transforming healthcare, sustainable materials, and next-generation computing. In this series, we explore how each of these innovators is shaping the future with technologies designed to deliver real-world impact.

Nailwal shares insights on innovation, regulation, founder resilience, and why the UAE is becoming a pivotal hub for digital assets.

13 Mari Ltd, a maritime innovation company, has completed the first commercial installations of its proprietary hull-flow optimization technology on three operational vessels. This step moves the company beyond controlled trials and into service deployment, demonstrating its readiness to address real-world operational demands. “Our progress to this point has been possible thanks to the vision […]

As the real estate market evolves rapidly, Bayut Studios appears as a natural progression to Bayut as a solution for developers, brokers, and investors seeking innovative ways to present properties.

The FII9 Innovators Pitch 2025, hosted by the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, spotlighted five startups that presented breakthrough AI-powered solutions transforming healthcare, sustainable materials, and next-generation computing. In this series, we explore how each of these innovators is shaping the future with technologies designed to deliver real-world impact.

The FII9 Innovators Pitch 2025, hosted by the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, spotlighted five startups that presented breakthrough AI-powered solutions transforming healthcare, sustainable materials, and next-generation computing. In this series, we explore how each of these innovators is shaping the future with technologies designed to deliver real-world impact.

The FII9 Innovators Pitch 2025, hosted by the Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, spotlighted five startups that presented breakthrough AI-powered solutions transforming healthcare, sustainable materials, and next-generation computing. In this series, we explore how each of these innovators is shaping the future with technologies designed to deliver real-world impact.

When we bring more mothers into leadership, we don't just balance the equation, we redefine the future of leadership itself.

Organizers expect more than 10,000 participants, including developers, founders, investors, regulators, and academics.

At GITEX GLOBAL 2025, Hamad Al Marzooqi, SVP of Presales and Business Operations at e& UAE, highlighted how the company is driving the UAE's digital transformation through AI, IoT, 5G, and cloud technologies. His focus on building intelligent ecosystems is empowering businesses, enabling smart cities, and connecting communities across the nation.

At GITEX GLOBAL 2025, Saleem AlBlooshi, CTO of du, showcased how the company is driving the UAE's digital transformation through cutting-edge technologies like AI, IoT, 5G+, and sovereign cloud. His vision focuses on creating intelligent ecosystems that enhance public safety, connectivity, and efficiency—empowering communities and reinforcing the UAE's position as a global leader in digital innovation.

At GITEX 2025, Entrepreneur Middle East spoke with Chip Strange, Chief Strategy Officer at Ookla, about e& UAE's historic recognition as the World's Fastest Mobile Network for 2025, the first network globally to achieve this four times. Strange highlighted how this award, along with e&'s fastest 5G and fixed broadband networks, underscores the UAE's leadership in reliable, high-speed connectivity that empowers businesses, education, and communities.

"Reputation in tech is built over time through consistent, credible storytelling that earns trust piece by piece."

In an exclusive interview with Entrepreneur Middle East at GITEX 2025, Amit Gupta, Head of Data and AI Practice at e& Enterprise, shared how the company is using AI to create real-world impact across industries. With a focus on responsible innovation, data security, and measurable outcomes, e& Enterprise is redefining what practical, purpose-driven AI looks like.

Saim AI, a next-generation artificial intelligence-powered business platform, currently backed by the former CEO of Zain, Minister Nabeel Bin Salama, has announced the launch of its advanced AI chatbot designed to help global business owners navigate the Middle East market. The large language model (LLM) aims to empower organizations to make informed decisions and manage […]

As the 45th edition of GITEX GLOBAL opens from October 13-17, 2025, at Dubai World Trade Centre, the world's most influential tech and AI leaders gather to define strategies for building AI-native societies at scale.

Event reimagined as 'TechCation' blending tech, tourism and innovation in December 2026.

The Blockchain 100 aims to spotlight individuals and teams who have made outstanding contributions to the blockchain ecosystem through education, information sharing, and inspirational content.

Gregg Pearce, Head of SoHo and SME Segment at du, on how UAE-based telecom operator enables SMEs not only to keep pace with transformation but to lead it.