University of Dubai and Krypto Labs Launch an Innovation Hub for Future Startups

  • Date: 08-Mar-2020
  • Source: Fintech News Middle East
  • Sector:Technology
  • Country:UAE
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University of Dubai and Krypto Labs Launch an Innovation Hub for Future Startups

The University of Dubai and Krypto Labs have announced the launch of an innovation hub open for students, alumni, professors, and the community to develop their entrepreneurial skills and catalyze the growth of startups from within the university campus.. The innovation hub aims to grow the next generation of all-rounded leaders who are equipped with the transferable skills for the 21st century, and who are capable of strengthening the UAE's global position for rising technologies in line with the UAE Strategy for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR).. In accordance with its vision, the hub also seeks to promote entrepreneurship within the student community by having an on-site center that offers students with the facilities and support they need to build scalable and groundbreaking startups.. Krypto Labs will operate the innovation hub, provide one-on-one mentorship for aspiring startups, and conduct innovation and entrepreneurship programs, including workshops on technology, business strategy, and more, in efforts to contribute to fostering a knowledge-based economy.. "The University of Dubai is determined to give its community an investment opportunity in innovation, business and entrepreneurship.". "No nation can rise without innovation and advanced technology.". Dr. Saleh Al Hashemi, Managing Director of Krypto Labs, highlighted the importance of