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For most of modern business history, the ultra-wealthy relied on a familiar formula. Build strong companies, structure assets intelligently, cultivate private networks, and let reputation travel through bankers, lawyers, and trusted intermediaries. That model still works, but the environment has changed. Today, investors, founders, and premium clients who move serious capital spend a significant part […]

The newly secured funding will support Rewa’s expansion across Dubai, with plans to scale across the wider UAE and into the GCC.

"While the UK media focuses on the "exit," the UAE is focused on "The 3 Cs" I hold dear: Competence, Credibility, and Care."

LEAP 2026 is set to convene more than 200,000 participants as Saudi Arabia accelerates its innovation ambitions under Vision 2030. Riyadh will once again host LEAP as the global technology event returns for its fifth edition from 13 to 16 April 2026. Co-organized by the Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (MCIT), the Saudi Federation […]

"With our AI gamified solution, we make every trivia experience a personalized journey, making learning fun and interactive."

“This is a UAE-born innovation addressing a gap that exists globally: wellness tools have largely ignored the spiritual foundations that guide daily life for so many, both here and around the world."

The 2024 Summit in Dubai was officially recognized by Guinness World Records as the world’s largest lecture event.

The program will culminate on March 7 with full participation in the Megacampus Summit’s main-stage programming.

At SuperReturn Saudi, Katja Rieger of Women for Boards GCC explains why the real barrier to women joining boards isn’t talent—it’s trusted access to decision makers, and how the region is accelerating change.

“Whenever people dine at Spice Grill, we make it our mission to make them feel welcome, as if they are eating in their families’ homes."

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Ankur Aggarwal, the founder, and chairman of BNW Developments, is a distinguished figure in the real estate sector, bringing extensive financial expertise and strategic vision to […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Manish Malhotra is a designer, yes, but he is also a mood the industry keeps circling back to: Indian glamour refined into a kind of quiet […]

Marking its 14th annual edition, STEP has evolved from a regional startup gathering into a globally recognized tech festival. In the conversation with Entrepreneur Middle East Managing Editor Tamara Pupic, Ray Dargham, co-founder of STEP, reflected on how the event’s growth parallels the rapid rise of the UAE’s startup ecosystem over the past decade and […]

At STEP Dubai 2026, Entrepreneur Middle East spoke with Paul Dawalibi, visionary entrepreneur, investor, and global technology executive, and CEO of Innovation City. Based in Ras Al Khaimah, Innovation City has been reimagined under Dawalibi’s leadership as an AI-powered, purpose-built free zone designed to support the industries shaping the future. Its strategic focus spans Web3, […]

This article forms part of The 100 NRIs, a special edition by Entrepreneur Middle East spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. Ajay Bhatia is the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of SOL Properties, a Dubai-based real estate development company renowned for luxury residential, mixed-use, and lifestyle projects […]

Entrepreneur Middle East has unveiled The 100 NRIs, a special edition spotlighting the most influential non-resident Indians shaping business, innovation, and investment across the region. The list celebrates founders, executives, investors, and industry leaders whose impact spans sectors including technology, finance, real estate, retail, healthcare, and beyond. Entrepreneur Middle East aims to recognize the contributions […]

As Gate surpasses 49 million active users, Dr. Han points to security as the single most important factor in how those users choose a crypto exchange. “We have extensive experience and provide strong custody and security measures to protect user assets,” he says. It was at the Entrepreneur Leadership Awards 2025 by Entrepreneur Middle East […]

“Being limited by the place you’re born shouldn’t define your life. My mission is to help people overcome those barriers and unlock a world of possibilities, regardless of nationality or borders.” — Armand Arton, CEO & Founder, Arton Capital

Unlike conventional platforms, QuicKart connects families directly with local farms.

The most promising concepts will progress into the Dubai SME ecosystem.

The session was moderated by Tamara Pupic, Managing Editor of Entrepreneur Middle East.