Dubai Unveils Digital Platform To Empower Start-ups And Entrepreneurs

Sheikh Hamdan, the Crown Prince of Dubai, has announced the launch of Ignyte, a digital platform to empower the next generation of start-ups and entrepreneurs on their journey toward global growth. The platform serves as a major initiative under the Dubai Digital Economy Strategy, designed to empower over 100,000 start-ups and entrepreneurs.

The new platform connects founders with a global network of investors, mentors, corporate organisations, and government entities. Ignyte aims to expand its offerings by attracting 5,000 venture capitalists and investors, 5,000 vetted mentors and experts, over 500 corporate and government partners, and 5,000 exclusive perks. These perks will collectively help start-ups save more than $100 million.

From the first stages of creation to international expansion, the platform supports entrepreneurs and start-ups at every turn. Through Ignyte, start-ups will be able to connect with potential investors, participate in networking events, and tap into exclusive offers that provide significant cost savings. The platform also features a growing marketplace that offers exclusive perks and deals tailored for start-ups, ranging from productivity tools, cloud credits to CRMs and services.