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

Saturday, March 1st 2025, 2:54 AM CST
Updated: Saturday, March 8th 2025, 1:10 AM CST
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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

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