UN Tourism advanced innovation and investment as key pillars for a sustainable tourism sector at a Marrakech conference, where startups in digital tourism, gaming and gastronomy were recognised for showcasing Moroccan creativity globally.
500 Global, a multi-stage venture capital firm, and Sanabil Investments, a wholly owned company of the Public Investment Fund (PIF), announced the tenth batch of the Sanabil Accelerator by 500 Global.
Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, supported the establishment and expansion of 582 digital startups during the first nine months of 2025.
Crescent Enterprises, a multinational company based in the UAE with strategic investments across sectors, has announced an investment programme of AED250 million ($68.07 million) to scale CE-Creates, its venture-building platform.
Funding raised by start-ups within Dubai’s leading entrepreneurship incubator, in5, has crossed AED9 billion ($2.45 billion) since its inception.
Expand North Star by Gitex Global, the world’s largest startup and investor connector event, opened on Sunday aiming to elevate funding, scaling, and deal-flow levels – catalysing new partnerships and driving inclusive digital growth across emerging AI economies.
Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism sector is the emirate’s fastest growing, driven by diversified services, competitive markets, and leisure projects leveraging mountains, beaches, and deserts. These features enable distinctive experiences and create strong opportunities for startups, supported by world-class hospitality infrastructure.
