Startup Bazaar heads to the UAE with events on Jan. 31 in Abu Dhabi and Feb. 2 in Dubai

The two events will draw U.S.-based investors alongside GCC and Indian investors, senior executives, and high-growth founders, creating a rare cross-border exchange of perspectives.

With the UAE steadily emerging as a global hub for advanced technologies, the events will spotlight AI, deep tech, and frontier innovations across the energy, healthtech, and pharma sectors, driving both economic transformation and real-world impact.

“The UAE is emerging as one of the most exciting and execution-focused AI startup ecosystems globally,” said Sanjay Puri, a member of the U.S. investor delegation participating in the two events and other engagements with stakeholders in the country’s AI ecosystem. “This delegation is a great opportunity to engage with founders, universities, family offices, and industry leaders like G42 to see how talent, capital, and policy are coming together at scale. I’m particularly interested in how the region is translating research and ambition into globally competitive AI companies, and I see strong potential for long-term cross-border partnerships and investment.”

Designed as more than a conventional conference, Startup Bazaar offers an immersive experience for startup founders, technologists, investors, policymakers, corporate innovation leaders, researchers, and professionals. Attendees will have the opportunity to engage directly with the U.S. delegation, which includes angel investors and AI experts.

A standout feature of both editions is the Startup Showcase, where selected startups will pitch their ideas to investors. For founders seeking visibility, feedback, and funding opportunities, the showcase offers a direct gateway to international markets.

As Startup Bazaar arrives in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, it brings not just conversations about innovation, but the people, capital, and ambition driving what comes next.

Read more about the Startup Bazaar Abu Dhabi and Dubai editions.