DIFC is home to the first and largest technology accelerator in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region. It is the only place to be if you are an AI Startup dealing in AR/VR, Gaming, Web 3.0, MarTech, FinTech, InsurTech, RegTech, GreenTech or EdTech looking to leverage unlimited opportunities, access to funding, and a strong global network.
AI startups looking to establish their business at DIFC can avail a 90 per cent subsidised commercial licence. DIFC has everything you need, including accelerator programmes, licencing, coworking spaces, a community of like-minded individuals, and a supportive and comprehensive regulatory framework.
Accelerate your AI start-up
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DIFC’s Dubai AI Campus offers more than just a working environment. It is the largest innovation community in the region, supporting early and growth-stage AI firms, with unparalleled perks and benefits.
Dubai AI Campus has officially launched its AI Academy, a major step in building the region’s AI talent pipeline. The Academy offers cutting-edge training programmes to equip professionals with future-ready AI skills.
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About DIFC
A world-class business and lifestyle destination
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is the leading global financial centre in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region. With a 20-year track record of facilitating trade and investment flows across the MEASA region, the Centre connects these fast-growing markets with the economies of Asia, Europe, and the Americas through Dubai.
Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) is one of the world’s most advanced financial centres, and the
leading financial hub for the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA), which comprises 77 countries
with an approximate population of 3.7bn and an estimated GDP of USD 10.5trn.
DIFC as a business destination
Establish your technology equipped innovation start-up in DIFC to unlock numerous advantages designed to foster growth and innovation. Benefit from a supportive environment and strategic location, setting the stage for global success.
Enjoy 100% complete business ownership
Independent regulatory environment that ensures flexibility and compliance
Today you can set-up your business efficiently in just three simple steps
Extensive local and international network for expanded opportunities
Why you need the Dubai AI licence?
The Dubai AI licence is a commercial licence with a 90 per cent subsidised fee structure open to all AI firms, enabling growth at any stage. The Dubai AI licence caters to all AI firms interested in developing or testing new, novel, or innovative AI products. We welcome start-ups, growth-stage firms and unicorns.
By taking advantage of Dubai AI Licence, companies can benefit from the following perks:
a. Free subscription to the Ignyte Platform
b. Access to AWS cloud credit.
c. Access to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure on subsidized rates.
d. Access to Google Cloud for startups credit.
e. HP state-of-the-art hardware with AI capable GPU’s.
f. NVIDIA providing bandwidth for cloud computing powered by DGX infrastructure
g. Du granting telecommunication facilities.
Also, get additional support from our team to help you establish and operate your business seamlessly.
Attractive pricing
Dubai AI Licence
USD 1,500
PER ANNUM
Coworking Space
USD 500
PER MONTH/ BILLED ANNUALLY
Data Protection
USD 250
ONE TIME
Registration Fee
USD 100
ONE TIME
Eligible for all AI/ML Start-ups
*This offer is only eligible for new registrants.
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