Red Bull Basement 2026 UAE Opens Applications Until March 15th
Active in over 40 countries, the UAE programme runs with DIFC Innovation Hub and Dubai Economy & Tourism, culminating in a Silicon Valley world final with $100,000 on offer.
Red Bull Basement has launched its 2026 UAE edition, offering students and first-time entrepreneurs a structured pathway from a national final to a global showcase in Silicon Valley.
Delivered in the UAE in collaboration with DIFC Innovation Hub and Dubai Economy & Tourism, the programme supports early-stage ideas as they evolve into startup-ready concepts.
Active in more than 40 countries, this year’s UAE edition focuses on building functional prototypes. Participants will use tools including Microsoft 365 Copilot, Microsoft Azure and the GitHub Student Developer Pack within a structured framework designed to simulate real-world startup environments. The programme emphasises feasibility, scalability and measurable impact.
The UAE National Final will be judged by Lana Sawiris, CEO of Moniify; Dr Marwan Al Zarouni, CEO of Dubai Blockchain Centre; and Mohammed Albalooshi, CEO of DIFC Innovation Hub.
The winning individual or team will represent the UAE at the Red Bull Basement World Final in Silicon Valley, competing alongside innovators from more than 40 countries. The global winner will receive $100,000 in equity-free funding, alongside international exposure and investor access.
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