Arabian Frontrunner

15/08/2025

Arabian Frontrunner wishes India a Happy 79th Independence Day!

From its vibrant culture to its unstoppable spirit, India continues to inspire the world with innovation, resilience, and unity.

Wishing more progress, peace, and a brighter future.

Sumeet Gupta

Founder - Arabian Frontrunner

14/08/2025

In a city of skyscrapers and ambition, IPF Dubai is quietly building something even more powerful: a community built on empathy.

From dry ration kits and legal aid to emotional counseling and job assistance, the Indian People’s Forum (IPF) Dubai Chapter, in collaboration with the Indian Consulate, has become a lifeline for countless Indians in the UAE. Under the leadership of Mr. Jitendra Vaidya and his dedicated team, IPF proves that community service is not just about charity—it’s about dignity, connection, and hope.
Indian People's Forum

👉 Read how IPF is rewriting the meaning of support for Indian expatriates in distress:
https://arabianfrontrunner.com/empathy-in-action-ipf-dubais-commitment-to-every-indian-in-need/

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From legal aid to emotional support, the Indian People’s Forum volunteer force is rewriting the meaning of community

13/08/2025

Ethiopia’s economy is projected to grow at a rate of 6.7% in 2024–25, reflecting its potential as a key player in Africa’s emerging markets. Well, Ethiopia’s story is one of resilience, hope, and an unrelenting quest for peace. Despite the weight of internal strife and political complexity, its youth, innovators, and reformers are forging ahead—determined to write a new narrative for the Horn of Africa.

From rebuilding trust to reimagining national identity, Ethiopia is waging a war not just on the battlefield but within—against division, inequality, and despair. This is a country leaning on its deep roots and rising voices to chart a path forward. The journey is difficult, but the will to heal is strong.

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https://arabianfrontrunner.com/winning-the-war-within-ethiopias-quest-for-progress-amid-chaos/

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Amidst challenges, Ethiopia strives to achieve economic resilience and sustainable development through ambitious policies and digital, financial, and educational

11/08/2025

At 21, Syed Mubashshir Ali isn’t just dreaming—he’s building the future of crypto.

From a small town in Nagpur to the innovation labs of BITS Pilani Dubai, Syed’s journey is a powerful story of grit, purpose, and tech vision. His blockchain startup, Krypsm, is not just another crypto app—it’s a smarter, faster, and regulation-first platform designed for the future of global investing. Backed by $300,000 in funding and FIU-IND registration, Krypsm is one of the youngest players with the most seasoned focus on compliance and scale.

👉 Read the inspiring story of how a village boy is building a world-class crypto platform:
https://arabianfrontrunner.com/meet-the-21-year-old-founder-of-krypsm-making-crypto-simpler-smarter-and-regulated/

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Syed Mubashshir Ali, the founder of Krypsm is determined in making cryptocurrency investing more accessible and trustworthy across

01/08/2025

Between 2017 and 2019, the UAE appointed the world’s first government minister for AI and established the Mohamed Bin Zayed University of Artificial Intelligence (MBZUAI) in Abu Dhabi. Significant initiatives are integral to the UAE’s AI 2031 strategy. According to PwC, the Middle East could gain around USD 320 billion from AI by 2030. From AI-powered banks to homegrown LLMs and skilling ecosystems, this region is not just catching up—it’s aiming to lead.

👉Read how the Middle East, which once struggled long with an oil-dependent economy and political challenges, is shaping up as intelligent and self-reliant, leveraging AI as its greatest strength.

https://arabianfrontrunner.com/from-oil-to-algorithms-how-the-middle-east-is-shaping-the-ai-economy

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The Middle East’s AI journey of skilling, scaling, and self-reliance; a bold pivot from oil power to intelligence

31/07/2025

When Szilvia Faragó moved to Dubai a decade ago, she wasn’t planning to pivot careers. But her economist’s curiosity led her deep into real estate data—and what began as a quest for the perfect home turned into a high-return investment portfolio and a new calling.

Today, she empowers investors to think like economists—balancing gut with data and predictive analysis. From identifying undervalued neighbourhoods to building holistic exit plans, her method is built on strategic insight and trust. Want to know how she’s helping investors secure 2X returns safely?

👉 Read her formula here - https://arabianfrontrunner.com/invest-like-an-economist-szilvia-shares-uae-real-estate-investment-success-formula/

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Little did Szilvia Faragó know that buying her first home in Dubai would lead her to real estate consulting with a

30/07/2025

Bahrain just made a bold statement on the global innovation map.
At BINOVATE 2025, over 500 entrepreneurs, investors, and innovators from 17 countries converged in Manama to explore the future of fintech, AI, sustainability, and business growth.

Organised by BNI Bahrain in collaboration with UNIDO-ITPO, the two-day expo wasn't just about networking—it was about building. From startup pitches to global panels, BINOVATE positioned Bahrain as a true gateway for innovation and impact in the GCC. As the Pearl of the Persian Gulf opens its arms to global entrepreneurs, the 2026 edition already looks promising.

👉 Read how Bahrain is redefining its economic narrative through innovation:
https://arabianfrontrunner.com/binovate-2025-showcases-bahrain-as-an-innovation-powerhouse/


UNIDO - United Nations Industrial Development Organization


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Celebrating global entrepreneurship in the Pearl of Persian

29/07/2025

Guided by its Sustainable Blue Economy Strategy and Vision 2033, the emirate of Umm Al Quwain is turning geographic limitations into strategic advantages—transforming its coastline into a logistics hub, investing in future-ready talent, and setting the stage for nature-conscious growth.

From tripling its mangrove cover by 2031 to hosting the Innovation Festival that unites academia, business, and government, Umm Al Quwain is forging a distinct identity—one built on sustainability, innovation, and economic resilience. The leap is visible and purposeful—and the region is watching.

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https://arabianfrontrunner.com/umm-al-quwains-big-leap-blue-economy-and-bold-vision/

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The mother of two strengths, Umm-Al-Quwain is focused on maximizing its resources for a sustainable economic

28/07/2025

“We’ve stripped away the sluggish, ticket-based support model. Clients today need speed, transparency, and responsiveness.” — Yogendra Jagger, founder of Virtue Cloud & IT Solutions, a Dubai-based startup.

The company has transformed the IT support model by replacing outdated ticket systems with real-time monitoring and 24/7 human-led support —designed for speed, transparency, and zero red tape.

With over 500 clients, Virtue Cloud is reshaping how SMEs experience tech—from cloud migrations to cybersecurity and VoIP. Their client-first philosophy is simple: build IT solutions that solve problems, not create new ones. No jargon. No delays. Just results. “We’ve stripped away the sluggish, ticket-based model,” says Yogendra. The goal? Make IT frictionless, proactive, and deeply human.

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https://arabianfrontrunner.com/the-it-startup-that-ditches-tickets-and-solves-problems-before-you-notice/

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Yogendra Jagger, Founder of Virtue Cloud & IT Solutions, celebrates reaching a milestone of 500+ clients with a Human-Centric IT Model. By Matuli M.

25/07/2025

At GISEC Global 2025, the Dubai Electronic Security Center (DESC) showcased how a city can empower its digital future with vision, innovation, and talent.

From immersive student challenges to strategic global alliances, DESC’s initiatives are nurturing the next generation of cyber defenders while reinforcing Dubai’s global stance in cybersecurity. As H.E. Yousuf Hamad Al Shaibani rightly said, “DESC’s role goes beyond safeguarding infrastructure—we’re here to shape the future.”

👉 Read how DESC is powering Dubai’s cyber evolution:
https://arabianfrontrunner.com/desc-steers-dubais-cyber-future-innovation-and-talent-take-center-stage-at-gisec-global-2025/

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Dubai solidifies its cybersecurity leadership with strategic talent empowerment, international partnerships, and forward-looking digital defense

24/07/2025

𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝒇𝒐𝒐𝒅 𝒃𝒆 𝒂 𝒇𝒐𝒓𝒄𝒆 𝒇𝒐𝒓 𝒅𝒊𝒑𝒍𝒐𝒎𝒂𝒄𝒚 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒈𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒏𝒆𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏? At My Food Story, the answer is a delicious yes. Held in Dubai, this powerful initiative blends storytelling, culinary heritage, and cultural exchange, proving that food goes far beyond taste. Led by Valerie Brown, Regional Agricultural Minister Counsellor, USDA-FSA, and Fayrouz Zghoul, Senior Regional Marketing Advisor, along with a team of global citizens, the initiative brought together chefs, artists, and storytellers to explore identity, memory, and belonging through the universal language of food.

From Palestinian dishes to Indian comfort food, the event wasn’t just a feast—it was a dialogue. A reminder that what we eat connects us more deeply than what divides us. It’s cultural diplomacy on a plate—and it’s happening right here in the UAE.

Valerie Wei Wei Brown

👉 Read more about the making of this unique creative force
https://arabianfrontrunner.com/my-food-story-unveils-the-authentic-power-of-food-diplomacy-in-dubai-inspiring-global-connections/

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In a city as vibrant as Dubai, where food is a universal language, My Food Story was born—not just as a cookbook but as a celebration of culture, connection, and

22/07/2025

𝑪𝒂𝒏 𝑵𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒓𝒊𝒂 𝒃𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒏𝒆𝒙𝒕 𝒈𝒍𝒐𝒃𝒂𝒍 𝒕𝒆𝒄𝒉 𝒑𝒐𝒘𝒆𝒓𝒉𝒐𝒖𝒔𝒆? With a young, ambitious population and a rising wave of innovation, the answer is a confident yes. From fintech to AI, Nigeria is nurturing unicorns and rewriting Africa’s digital future. Homegrown companies like Flutterwave, MoniePoint, and OPay are leading a tech revolution that’s catching the world’s attention.

But it’s not just about startups—it’s about youth power. With over 60% of the population under 25, Nigeria holds a creative and entrepreneurial force like no other. As local talent gets global visibility and infrastructure slowly catches up, the nation is poised to leapfrog into the next big thing in global tech.

Flutterwave INC.
Moniepoint
OPay



👉 Read why the world should watch Nigeria now:
https://arabianfrontrunner.com/unicorns-ai-and-youth-power-why-nigeria-could-be-the-next-global-tech-giant/

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From fintech unicorns to AI-driven innovation, a peek into the youth-driven tech revolution that’s reshaping