The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region is witnessing a financial revolution. In 2025, FinTech startups across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and Bahrain are transforming banking, payments, and financial services, leveraging digital technologies and blockchain to offer faster, more inclusive, and innovative solutions. The region’s FinTech ecosystem is expected to grow at a compound annual…
Affaan is the Founder & CEO of IntelliDent AI, an AI-powered oral health diagnostics platform based in Dubai. His work blends engineering precision with human-centric design, aiming to make quality healthcare accessible, affordable, and scalable.
IntelliDent AI, a Dubai-based healthtech innovator transforming dentistry through artificial intelligence, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), India—an Institution of Eminence and global academic leader.
IntelliDent AI, a Dubai-based healthtech company at the forefront of artificial intelligence solutions in dentistry, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Woxsen University’s AI Research Centre, Hyderabad, India. The five-year strategic partnership aims to drive collaborative innovation through joint research, live project exposure, and advanced technical training.
Women entrepreneurship in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), particularly in Dubai, has witnessed remarkable growth in recent years. Driven by progressive government policies, robust support systems, and a cultural shift towards gender inclusivity, the UAE has become a beacon for female entrepreneurs in the Arab world. This article delves into the landscape of women entrepreneurship in the UAE, compares it with developments in Saudi Arabia, Egypt, and Qatar, and highlights the positive strides made across these nations.
Entrepreneurship in the UAE is not just about launching a business; it’s about being part of a larger vision—to create a knowledge-based, innovation-driven economy. This article explores the evolution, current landscape, opportunities, and challenges facing entrepreneurs and startups in the UAE.
