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Hi Dubai
18-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Silicon Oasis Opens MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme
Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the special economic zone for knowledge and innovation, and a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), has announced that registration is now open for the third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme (MDXB). Held in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Global Growth Hub, the programme will run from 20 October 2025 through 28 January 2026 at Dubai Silicon Oasis. The third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme will bring together 12 innovative teams focused on developing sustainable solutions to some of today's most pressing urban challenges. The programme will focus on five key sectors of strategic importance - real estate, design and architecture, transportation and logistics, sustainability, and health, each aligned with Dubai's long-term vision for smart, resilient and future-ready cities. This edition builds on the success of previous cohorts. In the first cohort, Othalo secured a USD 200,000 investment for their pioneering solution that transforms plastic waste into housing for underserved communities. In the second cohort, Theion was awarded AED 100,000 in recognition of their work in crystalline lithium-sulfur battery technology, a significant advancement in energy innovation. In addition, they received a year-long business setup at the Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest tech-focused coworking space of its kind in the MENA region and a key initiative of Dubai Silicon Oasis, providing them with a launchpad to scale their innovation within the UAE's growing digital economy. A Platform for Future-Ready Talent Badr Buhannad, Director General of Dubai Silicon Oasis, said: The launch of the third edition of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme marks a key step in Dubai's continued efforts to position itself as a global hub for sustainable innovation and high-impact entrepreneurship. The initiative reflects our commitment to attracting top talent from around the world and empowering them to develop solutions that address complex urban challenges, in line with the UAE Centennial 2071 plan and the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040. Through this Programme we are providing a unique platform that brings together international academic excellence, world-class infrastructure, and a supportive investment ecosystem. Our aim is to enable breakthrough ideas to evolve into viable ventures that contribute to a more sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready urban environment. We look forward to welcoming a new generation of innovators who will help shape the smart and sustainable cities of tomorrow, Buhannad added. Gilad Rosenzweig, Executive Director of DesignX at MIT, said: Our continued partnership with DIEZ through the DesignX Accelerator Programme at Dubai Silicon Oasis reflects MIT's broader commitment to advancing innovation with global relevance. Hosting this Programme in Dubai reinforces the city's position as a regional leader in technology, sustainability, and urban development. The initiative highlights the strength of collaboration between academic excellence and an enabling entrepreneurial ecosystem - bringing together the tools, talent, and environment needed to address complex urban challenges with real-world impact. Specialized Support and Business Acceleration Participants will receive mentorship from MIT faculty and alumni, the support of student interns from the Institute, and benefit from intensive workshops and the MIT DesignX interactive guide, ensuring all participating startups make quick strides toward scaling and executing their innovation. In addition to the benefits of the accelerator material, at the pitch day one team will also receive a monetary prize in recognition of the strength and scalability of their solution. Five additional teams will be granted free business setup within Dubai Silicon Oasis and gain entry to the UAE market through the comprehensive institutional framework offered by DIEZ's three economic zones: Dubai Airport Freezone, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Dubai CommerCity. All selected teams will receive complimentary 24/7 access to advanced workspaces at the Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), along with reduced licensing fees and ongoing institutional support. Applications Now Open Applications for the third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme is open now through 15 August 2025. Interested candidates may apply via the official website: Source: Four Agency
Gulf Today
16-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
DSO opens registration for the third cohort of the MIT DesignX
Dubai Silicon Oasis (DSO), the special economic zone for knowledge and innovation, and a member of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), has announced that registration is now open for the third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme (MDXB). Held in partnership with the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Global Growth Hub, the programme will run from 20 October 2025 through 28 January 2026 at Dubai Silicon Oasis. The third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme will bring together 12 innovative teams focused on developing sustainable solutions to some of today's most pressing urban challenges. The programme will focus on five key sectors of strategic importance - real estate, design and architecture, transportation and logistics, sustainability, and health, each aligned with Dubai's long-term vision for smart, resilient and future-ready cities. This edition builds on the success of previous cohorts. In the first cohort, Othalo secured a $200,000 investment for their pioneering solution that transforms plastic waste into housing for underserved communities. In the second cohort, Theion was awarded Dhs 100,000 in recognition of their work in crystalline lithium-sulfur battery technology, a significant advancement in energy innovation. In addition, they received a year-long business setup at the Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest tech-focused coworking space of its kind in the Mena region and a key initiative of Dubai Silicon Oasis, providing them with a launchpad to scale their innovation within the UAE's growing digital economy. A Platform for Future-Ready Talent Badr Buhannad, Director General of Dubai Silicon Oasis, said: 'The launch of the third edition of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme marks a key step in Dubai's continued efforts to position itself as a global hub for sustainable innovation and high-impact entrepreneurship. The initiative reflects our commitment to attracting top talent from around the world and empowering them to develop solutions that address complex urban challenges, in line with the UAE Centennial 2071 plan and the Dubai Urban Master Plan 2040. 'Through this Programme we are providing a unique platform that brings together international academic excellence, world-class infrastructure, and a supportive investment ecosystem. Our aim is to enable breakthrough ideas to evolve into viable ventures that contribute to a more sustainable, inclusive, and future-ready urban environment. We look forward to welcoming a new generation of innovators who will help shape the smart and sustainable cities of tomorrow,' Buhannad added. Gilad Rosenzweig, Executive Director of DesignX at MIT, said: 'Our continued partnership with DIEZ through the DesignX Accelerator Programme at Dubai Silicon Oasis reflects MIT's broader commitment to advancing innovation with global relevance. Hosting this Programme in Dubai reinforces the city's position as a regional leader in technology, sustainability, and urban development. The initiative highlights the strength of collaboration between academic excellence and an enabling entrepreneurial ecosystem - bringing together the tools, talent, and environment needed to address complex urban challenges with real-world impact. Specialized Support and Business Acceleration Participants will receive mentorship from MIT faculty and alumni, the support of student interns from the Institute, and benefit from intensive workshops and the MIT DesignX interactive guide, ensuring all participating startups make quick strides toward scaling and executing their innovation. In addition to the benefits of the accelerator material, at the pitch day one team will also receive a monetary prize in recognition of the strength and scalability of their solution. Five additional teams will be granted free business setup within Dubai Silicon Oasis and gain entry to the UAE market through the comprehensive institutional framework offered by DIEZ's three economic zones: Dubai Airport Freezone, Dubai Silicon Oasis, and Dubai CommerCity. All selected teams will receive complimentary 24/7 access to advanced workspaces at the Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), along with reduced licensing fees and ongoing institutional support. Applications Now Open Applications for the third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme is open now through 15 August 2025. The third cohort of the MIT DesignX Dubai Accelerator Programme will bring together 12 innovative teams focused on developing sustainable solutions to some of today's most pressing urban challenges. The programme will focus on five key sectors of strategic importance - real estate, design and architecture, transportation and logistics, sustainability, and health, each aligned with Dubai's long-term vision for smart, resilient and future-ready cities. This edition builds on the success of previous cohorts. In the first cohort, Othalo secured a USD 200,000 investment for their pioneering solution that transforms plastic waste into housing for underserved communities. In the second cohort. Twelve teams will be selected to develop sustainable urban solutions in an MIT designed accelerator.
Hi Dubai
09-07-2025
- Health
- Hi Dubai
DAFZ Launches Smart Clinic with Fakeeh Health to Boost Digital Healthcare Access
The Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZ), in partnership with Fakeeh Health, has launched the emirate's first Fakeeh Smart Clinic, introducing an innovative, tech-enabled healthcare model to support the well-being of over 21,000 employees within the free zone. The clinic, located inside DAFZ, is the first of its kind by Fakeeh Health in Dubai and forms part of a broader initiative by the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) to offer advanced services that enhance quality of life across its zones. The inauguration was led by Amna Lootah, Director General of DAFZ, and Dr. Mohaymen Abdelghany, CEO of Fakeeh University Hospital, with senior representatives from both entities in attendance. Designed as a fully connected care hub, the Fakeeh Smart Clinic provides access to a network of medical specialists using advanced diagnostics and digital consultations, eliminating the need for in-person hospital visits. Lootah said the clinic reflects DAFZ's commitment to creating a future-ready, investor-friendly environment that promotes both economic growth and employee welfare. Dr. Abdelghany highlighted the clinic as a milestone in Fakeeh Health's push toward smarter, patient-focused healthcare, aligning with Dubai's wider digital transformation goals. The initiative reinforces DIEZ's efforts to build resilient, smart infrastructure across its economic zones while supporting the UAE government's drive to digitize essential services. News Source: Four Agency
Gulf Today
08-07-2025
- Business
- Gulf Today
Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed approves senior leadership appointments at DIEZ
Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum, Chairman of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), has approved new senior leadership appointments within the Authority. This move is in line with DIEZ's strategy to strengthen its leadership governance framework and support its institutional integration and comprehensive transformation journey. The new appointments include Juma Al Matrooshi as Assistant Executive Chairman Investments and Partnerships at DIEZ, and Badr Buhannad as Director General of Dubai Silicon Oasis. Sheikh Ahmed Bin Saeed Al Maktoum emphasised that these appointments are in line with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai, which highlight the importance of investing in national talent capable of driving economic development. By combining senior-level expertise with the promise of young professionals, this approach aims to empower the next generation of leaders and strengthen the ability of national cadres to lead the next phase of development with efficiency and competence. It also supports the broader goals of enhancing integration and building a more competitive and sustainable economic model. These appointments reflect DIEZ's strategic focus on developing a more integrated and attractive investment environment, while enhancing operational efficiency. This will further strengthen DIEZ's contribution to the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to position Dubai among the world's top three urban economies within the next decade. WAM
Hi Dubai
03-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Dubai Silicon Oasis Hosts Inaugural Middle East Edition of Doers Summit
Dubai Silicon Oasis has signed an agreement with The Doers Company to bring the Middle East's first edition of the Doers Summit—formerly Reflect Festival—to Dubai, marking a significant expansion of one of Europe's leading startup and tech events. Set to take place at Dubai Silicon Oasis, the Summit is expected to draw over 3,000 participants, including hundreds of startups, venture capital firms, and innovation leaders from across the Middle East, Europe, and Africa. The event aims to accelerate cross-border collaboration, drive investment, and foster entrepreneurial growth across the region. The agreement was signed at the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) headquarters in the presence of senior officials, including His Excellency Dr. Mohammed Al Zarooni, Executive Chairman of DIEZ. The Summit's format will focus on curated matchmaking, storytelling-driven sessions, and immersive networking environments designed to facilitate long-term partnerships. Badr Buhannad, Deputy Director General of Dubai Silicon Oasis, emphasized that hosting the Summit aligns with Dubai's D33 Economic Agenda, supporting the city's push toward global economic and digital leadership. 'This partnership reinforces our role in enabling knowledge-based industries and attracting future-focused ventures,' he said. With its roots in Limassol and Athens, the Doers Summit has built a reputation as a bridge between continents. Organizers say launching in Dubai reflects the region's growing momentum in innovation and venture capital, making it a natural next step for the platform's expansion. The Dubai edition will feature dedicated community zones, side events, and informal lounges aimed at encouraging collaboration in a relaxed, high-impact setting. News Source: Dubai Media Office
