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.
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More than a workplace, DIFC’s dynamic community empowers women-led start-ups and visionary founders with the region’s largest innovation and AI hub.
Home to growth-stage tech firms, digital labs, VCs, regulators, and educational partners, DIFC offers a community built to help entrepreneurs access resources, gain mentorship, and scale with confidence.
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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 build your business in DIFC?
The DIFC Innovation Licence and the Dubai AI licence are commercial licences with a 90 per cent subsidised fee structure open to all technology and AI firms, enabling growth at any stage. The licences cater to all technology or 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 this offer, companies can benefit from:
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Highly subsidised commercial licence cost.
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Free subscription to the Ignyte+ Package of worth USD 499
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Mentorship and assistance in building out a product/service and fundraising.
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Up to 4 visas on the first desk with access to premium coworking spaces.
Also, get additional support from our team to help you establish and operate your business seamlessly.
With the exclusive Dubai AI Licence, companies can further benefit from the following perks:
a. Access to AWS cloud credit.
b. Access to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure on subsidized rates.
c. Access to Google Cloud for startups credit.
d. HP state-of-the-art hardware with AI capable GPU’s.
e. NVIDIA providing bandwidth for cloud computing powered by DGX infrastructure
f. Du granting telecommunication facilities.
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 - AR/VR - Gaming - MarTech AgriTech - PropTech - FinTech - HealthTech - GreenTech - EdTech - CloudTech
*This offer is only eligible for new registrants.
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