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Over two days at Investopia 2025 in Abu Dhabi

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

H.E. Alia Al Mazrouei:

• The UAE, under the guidance of its wise leadership, has successfully
established an attractive and competitive environment for startups
and entrepreneurial ventures from around the world.

• Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) account for 94% of all
businesses operating in UAE markets.

• Entrepreneurs must take advantage of the enablers and incentives
provided by the UAE’s new entrepreneurship ecosystem through the
Future100 initiative.

Sarah Shaw:

• Future100 companies were among the first to receive the Sustainable
Impact Project seal from Majra, recognizing their commitment to
sustainability and environmental responsibility.

• The number of startup applications in the sustainability and
environmental sectors has increased by 43% under the Future100
initiative.

• The initiative's discussion sessions focused on key topics aimed at
driving startup growth, including:

o The role of accelerators and incubators in supporting AI-driven

and advanced technology startups.

o Financing strategies reshaping the future of entrepreneurship,
with a focus on digital transformation, operational efficiency,
and digital solutions.

o Emerging market shifts and the role of innovation and

entrepreneurship in reshaping the economic landscape of the
region.