emirates7 - Talented Emirati students participating in the “YouthX Unipreneur” event, part of Expand North Star 2024, have successfully showcased their innovative digital solutions and technologies that are competitive on a global scale.
YouthX Unipreneur offers a vibrant platform for school and university students to present their entrepreneurial digital projects to attendees at Expand North Star, which is the world's largest startup and investor event, organized by the Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy at Dubai Harbour from October 13 to 16.
Since its inception in 2021, YouthX Unipreneur has become an essential platform for supporting entrepreneurial students, attracting over 3,000 visitors and connecting more than 1,000 ambitious young individuals with mentors, investors, and industry leaders. The event also offers prizes and rewards totaling AED 500,000, successfully empowering young innovators to turn their aspirations into tangible digital projects.
The event highlighted local innovation, with notable participation from UAE-based startups such as Scrapp, a consumer after-sales experience platform founded by Abdullah Al Nyassi; Rise AI, an AI-driven marketing solutions company founded by Ahmed Al Kaabi; and DINOTECH, co-founded by Saleh Haidarah, which specializes in solar-powered outdoor vending machines.
These startups reflect the burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit among UAE youth and their commitment to sustainable and innovative solutions.
Participating students expressed appreciation for Dubai's status as a vibrant tech hub that attracts global investments and fosters startup growth. They emphasized the significance of Expand North Star as a platform that offers valuable networking opportunities, allowing them to showcase their innovations and connect with investors and potential partners.
Students Mohammed Shawqi and Butti Al Muhairi from MBR School highlighted their multi-purpose hiking product, noting that Expand North Star inspired them and provided crucial connections to the broader startup ecosystem. Similarly, Shamma Al Marzooqi, Founder and CEO of Awin, a company focused on emergency response drone solutions, praised Expand North Star for facilitating key networking opportunities, helping her connect with mentors, investors, and industry leaders. Her experience illustrates the UAE's dedication to creating a dynamic environment where young entrepreneurs can connect, learn, and thrive on a global stage.
The success of YouthX Unipreneur and the presence of these innovative startups at Expand North Star further emphasize Dubai's commitment to nurturing a robust startup ecosystem that attracts investment, cultivates talent, and drives technological advancement on a global scale.
YouthX Unipreneur offers a vibrant platform for school and university students to present their entrepreneurial digital projects to attendees at Expand North Star, which is the world's largest startup and investor event, organized by the Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy at Dubai Harbour from October 13 to 16.
Since its inception in 2021, YouthX Unipreneur has become an essential platform for supporting entrepreneurial students, attracting over 3,000 visitors and connecting more than 1,000 ambitious young individuals with mentors, investors, and industry leaders. The event also offers prizes and rewards totaling AED 500,000, successfully empowering young innovators to turn their aspirations into tangible digital projects.
The event highlighted local innovation, with notable participation from UAE-based startups such as Scrapp, a consumer after-sales experience platform founded by Abdullah Al Nyassi; Rise AI, an AI-driven marketing solutions company founded by Ahmed Al Kaabi; and DINOTECH, co-founded by Saleh Haidarah, which specializes in solar-powered outdoor vending machines.
These startups reflect the burgeoning entrepreneurial spirit among UAE youth and their commitment to sustainable and innovative solutions.
Participating students expressed appreciation for Dubai's status as a vibrant tech hub that attracts global investments and fosters startup growth. They emphasized the significance of Expand North Star as a platform that offers valuable networking opportunities, allowing them to showcase their innovations and connect with investors and potential partners.
Students Mohammed Shawqi and Butti Al Muhairi from MBR School highlighted their multi-purpose hiking product, noting that Expand North Star inspired them and provided crucial connections to the broader startup ecosystem. Similarly, Shamma Al Marzooqi, Founder and CEO of Awin, a company focused on emergency response drone solutions, praised Expand North Star for facilitating key networking opportunities, helping her connect with mentors, investors, and industry leaders. Her experience illustrates the UAE's dedication to creating a dynamic environment where young entrepreneurs can connect, learn, and thrive on a global stage.
The success of YouthX Unipreneur and the presence of these innovative startups at Expand North Star further emphasize Dubai's commitment to nurturing a robust startup ecosystem that attracts investment, cultivates talent, and drives technological advancement on a global scale.