Startups

IT & Telecommunications

2,000 startups, 1,200 investors connect at Expand North Star event

Mon, 13 Oct 2025

Expand North Star by Gitex Global, the world’s largest startup and investor connector event, opened on Sunday aiming to elevate funding, scaling, and deal-flow levels – catalysing new partnerships and driving inclusive digital growth across emerging AI economies.

Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Startups drive tourism growth in Ras Al Khaimah

Sun, 18 Jan 2026

Ras Al Khaimah’s tourism sector is the emirate’s fastest growing, driven by diversified services, competitive markets, and leisure projects leveraging mountains, beaches, and deserts. These features enable distinctive experiences and create strong opportunities for startups, supported by world-class hospitality infrastructure.