Hub71
Often called just Hub71.
Abu Dhabi's startup ecosystem. Subsidised licences + housing + health + office for qualifying startups.
Hub71 is Abu Dhabi's flagship startup ecosystem, not a traditional freezone but a supported programme backed by Mubadala. Qualifying startups get 2 years of subsidised office space, housing, health insurance, and visa costs. It sits inside the ADGM legal framework.
For pre-seed to Series A tech founders willing to base in Abu Dhabi, Hub71's economics are unmatched: you effectively operate rent-free for 2 years while plugging into the G42, Mubadala, and Core42 networks. Application-gated and competitive. Less useful if you're already revenue-generating or happy in Dubai.
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