UAE

Future100 Initiative Boosts UAE’s Entrepreneurial Landscape

Future100 has strengthened its dedication to build SME growth together with innovation within the UAE. For its sessions during Investopia 2025 (February 26-27) the initiative gathered leaders along with entrepreneurs, investors and industry experts who discussed emerging trends about AI and SME financial models along with new technologies.

The Minister of State for Entrepreneurship Alia Al Mazrouei observed that SMEs constitute 94% of UAE business operations while Emirati youth launched 25,000 new enterprises during 2024. The successful growth of SMEs in the country depends on its robust legislative framework and its AED 300 million Riyada Fund.

The event organized various important sessions which included the Cisco Digital Innovation Award ceremony alongside talks dedicated to AI-driven entrepreneurship and female leadership in business along with discussions about alternative SME financing structures.

The UAE stands as the worldwide leading nation of entrepreneurship according to the GEM Entrepreneurship Index (2023-2024). Future100 alongside other initiatives help the country keep enabling startups thereby creating a future of business dynamism.

Ashik Ahmed

Ashik Ahmed (Aryan) is a tech writer for Dubai News, covering a wide range of topics with a particular specialization in artificial intelligence and technology. With a keen eye for detail and a passion for the latest innovations, Ashik has established himself as a trusted voice in the tech industry. he is the founder and CEO of XovaTech, Offers computing, software, website dev, SEO, online marketing and also into celeb management and artificial intelligence. His in-depth analysis and insightful commentary provide readers with a comprehensive understanding of the rapidly evolving technological landscape. Whether it's emerging trends, groundbreaking startups, or the latest gadgets, Ashik's expertise ensures that his articles are both informative and engaging.

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