H.H. Sheikh Hamdan bin Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Crown Prince of Dubai, witnessed the signing of four major strategic agreements between Ignyte and key organisations including the Dubai Future Foundation (DFF), du, Dubai Technology Entrepreneurship Campus (Dtec), and in5, in a move to fast-track Dubai’s digital economy growth.
The agreements, signed during Dubai AI Week 2025, support the Dubai Digital Economy Strategy’s mission to position the emirate as a global innovation hub. The event, held under Sheikh Hamdan’s patronage, is taking place from April 21 to 25 at the Museum of the Future and AREA 2071.
Sheikh Hamdan said the partnerships reflect Dubai’s commitment to empowering entrepreneurs, fostering innovation, and driving the future digital economy by connecting visionaries with opportunity.
As part of the partnerships, DFF will join Ignyte’s platform to expand innovation initiatives and connect with startups and investors. du, as Ignyte’s Exclusive Telco Partner, will provide critical infrastructure, digital tools, and mentorship to early-stage companies.
Through Dtec, startups will gain access to soft landing programmes, flexible workspaces, and subsidised licensing, while in5 will offer fast-track incubation and mentorship services across technology, media, and design sectors.
These collaborations mark a major milestone for Ignyte’s expansion and align closely with Dubai’s vision of creating one of the world’s most dynamic digital economies.
Dubai AI Week 2025 has drawn participation from over 100 nationalities, featuring more than 180 speakers and 150 sessions, highlighting Dubai’s growing influence in the global AI and innovation landscape.
News Source: Emirates News Agency
