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Future100 initiative

discusses fostering

innovation in tech and

sustainable ventures

and enhancing UAE's

entrepreneurial

ecosystem

24-7 Press Release Newswire Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 12:00pm GMT+4

The number of startup applications in the sustainability and environmental sectors grew by 43% under the
Future100 initiative

ABU DHABI, UAE, March 01, 2025 /24-7PressRelease/ -- The Future100 initiative reaffirmed its

commitment to accelerating the growth of SMEs in future economy sectors in the United Arab Emirates
(UAE), fostering a comprehensive investment ecosystem aligned with technological advancements, and

enhancing economic growth opportunities. This commitment aims to drive a transformative shift in the
UAE's economy and solidify the country's position as a global hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

It was highlighted during the initiative's panel sessions held recently, attended by H.E. Alia bint Abdullah Al
Mazrouei, UAE Minister of State for Entrepreneurship; H.E. Ohood bint Khalfan Al Roumi, UAE Minister
of State for Government Development and the Future; along with a diverse group of entrepreneurs,
startups, investment funds, business incubators and accelerators, and global companies specializing in
technology and innovation.

These discussions took place as part of Investopia 2025, held under the patronage of H.H. Sheikh Mansour
bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Vice President and Deputy Prime Minister of the UAE, and Chairman of the
Presidential Court.

The initiative featured 15 sessions with 48 distinguished speakers including ministers, senior officials, and
industry experts. Discussions revolved around key topics such as artificial intelligence, emerging
technologies, tech-driven entrepreneurship, the future of SMEs, innovative investment strategies, the role
of innovation and technology in financial models, and mechanisms to support SMEs in expanding within
the new economy. Additionally, the sessions highlighted the critical role of female entrepreneurs in
generating tangible positive impacts on society and the national economy.

Speaking at the opening session, H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei emphasized that the Future100 initiative has
become a key enabler for the growth of the UAE's new economy. The initiative aims to accelerate the growth
of high-potential SMEs in key future economy sectors and support their expansion into regional and global
markets.

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