Setting up a cutting-edge tech business in DIFC: Unlocking innovation in MEASA

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March

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Setting up a cutting-edge tech business in DIFC: Unlocking innovation in MEASA

Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) offers an unmatched platform for tech entrepreneurs and innovators to establish and grow their businesses in the dynamic MEASA region. This webinar will provide a concise, step-by-step guide to leveraging the DIFC Innovation Licence, DIFC Ignyte, and the AI Licence, exploring how their subsidised structure, co-working spaces, and streamlined setup process create a fertile ground for innovation. Attendees will also gain insights into the DIFC ecosystem, which supports growth through accelerator programmes, venture capital access, and connections to global markets.

Why Attend?

  • The DIFC Innovation Licence & AI Licence: Key benefits, subsidised fees, and their role in fostering tech innovation, including opportunities for AI-focused businesses.
  • DIFC Ignyte: making use of this digital platform for start-ups to fast-track growth, access funding, and connect with industry leaders.

 

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Anas Qawasmeh
Senior Manager of Fintech & Innovation at DIFC Authority

Anas Qawasmeh heads the FinTech & Innovation Business Development team at DIFC Authority, which manages a portfolio of over 1,250 technology companies that leverage DIFC as a strategic hub for their growth, and expansion across the UAE and the region.

With a strong track record in financial technology and innovation, Anas brings a wealth of experience from global industry leading companies. Before joining DIFC, he spearheaded Business Development for FinTech and Ventures at Visa Inc. across the Levant within the Central Europe, Middle East and Africa region.

Prior to Visa, Anas was part of the Strategy Team at ByteDance, the parent company of TikTok. He played a critical role in shaping and leading the finance monetisation strategy during TikTok’s rapid expansion across the Middle East, Turkey, South Africa and Pakistan, contributing to the platform’s regional success and growth.

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Nasser Belhabala
Senior Manager, Community & Ecosystem Development, DIFC Innovation Hub
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Stephen Walker
Lead Analyst within Global Data's Financial Services

Steve is a Lead Analyst within Global Data's Financial Services Practice responsible for Fintech and Thematic content. His research covers all areas of digital transformation strategy from both a customer and technology perspective, with a particular focus on disruptive new business models. Prior to GD, Steve spent time at Forrester and Corporative Executive Board (CEB), and within Strategy roles at Lloyds bank.

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Andreas Frangeskides
Co-Founder, Launch Foundry

Andreas is a seasoned marketer with 14 years of experience in advertising and media, consulting for global blue-chip brands across industries from luxury to retail. A certified marketing technology expert with a strong digital foundation, he trained as a strategic media and communications planner. Holding a Master’s in Management from Cass Business School, he specializes in strategic management and digital marketing. A confident business leader, skilled negotiator, and engaging storyteller, Andreas thrives on test-and-learn strategies, leveraging AI and cloud technologies to drive best-in-class marketing executions.

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Kyro Brooks
COO, Seez
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