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DIFC FinTech Hive

Supports fintech startup growth in the Gulf region through accelerator programs, regulatory access, and growth-focused cohorts.

United Arab Emirateswww.innovationhub.difc.ae
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About

DIFC FinTech Hive sits under DIFC Innovation Hub in the Dubai International Financial Centre free zone and serves the MEASA region. It runs the FinTech Accelerator, Scale-Up Programme, AccelerateHER, and AI Transformation, with a focus on fintech, insurtech, regtech, wealthtech, Islamic fintech, and adjacent financial-infrastructure products.

The accelerator gives selected startups $20,000 in non…

Programs & grants under this funder
DIFC FinTech Hive AccelerateHER

Backs women-focused programmes in financial services through mentorship and workshops across the region.

1 grant
DIFC FinTech Hive AccelerateHER
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DIFC FinTech Hive Accelerator Programme

Provides startup support for fintech and legal technology ventures across the Middle East and Africa.

1 grant
DIFC FinTech Hive Accelerator
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DIFC FinTech Hive Scale-Up Programme

Supports growth-stage financial technology companies with investor connections and practical resources.

1 grant
DIFC FinTech Hive Scale-Up Programme
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Last verified: 28 May 2026Source: www.innovationhub.difc.ae