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IOTA Foundation launches

$10m investment fund at

Investopia 2024 to develop

trade technology solutions

24-7 Press Release Newswire Tuesday, March 26, 2024 at 11:00am GMT+4

Fund cements Investopia's position as a global incubator for technology innovation investments, digital trade, and new
economy projects

DUBAI, UAE, March 26, 2024 /24-7PressRelease/ -- His Excellency Abdulla Bin Touq Al Marri, UAE Minister of
Economy and Chairman of Investopia, attended the unveiling of a new investment fund valued at $10 million by the
IOTA Ecosystem DLT Foundation during Investopia 2024. The fund's primary goal is to promote the development of
TradeTech solutions and support the expansion of startups and venture projects based on digital technology initiatives
and the tokenisation of tangible assets.

The announcement aligns with Investopia's vision to inspire entrepreneurs to expand into new economic sectors by
offering the necessary tools and opportunities to foster the growth and prosperity of their innovative projects.

The fund, introduced in partnership with TLIP, a specialised digital platform for trade data storage and exchange, aims
to enhance the trade technology landscape and foster a more interconnected, efficient, and accessible global trade
system. Additionally, it seeks to offer trade financing solutions to businesses and governments. This initiative aligns
with the United Arab Emirates' commitment to advancing technologies applied in global trade with the support of
Investopia. The main focus will be on supporting UAE-based startups across Africa.

These investments are a step forward to redefining the digital trade and finance landscape. By fostering a supportive
ecosystem for technological innovation, IOTA will have the opportunity to unlock new possibilities and opportunities
for seamless and efficient global trade, benefiting societies and economies around the globe.

Investopia 2024 played a crucial role in facilitating the launch of the new investment fund, offering an ideal platform
to showcase IOTA's innovative solutions to the global community of investors and decision-makers. Additionally, it
enabled the Foundation to establish effective communication with partners.

The announcement aligns with the UAE's commitment to enhancing its trade technology and digital solutions,
solidifying its position as a global hub for technology and innovation. The UAE is a leading trade hub that plays an
active role in reshaping global trade mechanisms by leveraging state-of-the-art solutions and advanced technologies.
These endeavours align with the "We the UAE 2031" vision to become the international capital of the new economy
over the next decade.

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