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4/28/25, 1:34 PM Dubai AI Week 2025: Sheikh Hamdan witnesses signing of strategic partnerships to boost digital economy

HH Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum stated: “Strengthening Dubai’s
position as a global hub for the digital economy begins with empowering the entrepreneurs and
innovators who will shape its future. These strategic partnerships reflect our commitment to
building a vibrant and integrated ecosystem that accelerates startup growth, attracts global talent,
and drives meaningful technological progress. By connecting visionaries with opportunity, Dubai
continues to lead as a launchpad for bold ideas and transformative ventures.”

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Empowering founders

The partnerships mark a significant milestone in Ignyte’s expansion and reinforce its mission to
empower founders by providing access to infrastructure, capital, strategic mentorship, and
streamlined business set-up services, while aligning with Dubai’s vision to create one of the world’s
most advanced and dynamic digital economies.

As part of the partnership, the Dubai Future Foundation will officially join the Ignyte platform to
enhance innovation-focused programming. Through this collaboration, DFF will extend its
innovation challenges to the platform, engage with Ignyte’s startup and investor ecosystem, and co-
develop initiatives to accelerate future-focused ventures aligned with Dubai’s long-term strategic
objectives.

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