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Future100 initiative discusses fostering innovation in tech and sustainable
ventures and enhancing UAE’s entrepreneurial ecosystem

Mar 1, 2025 | Business

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

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