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Startup Grind, powered by Google for Startups, was born to educate, inspire, and connect the global tech and innovation ecosystem. Through events and projects led by successful founders, investors, corporates, accelerators, and VCs, we always ask one simple question: “How can we help?”
In Dubai, we’ve grown a vibrant community of 5,000+ members. From exclusive events and premium memberships to $1M+ in partner benefits, free programs, networking, funding resources, and access to global gatherings like the Silicon Valley Conference—we’re here to fuel the journey of every founder and innovator. 🚀
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Startup Grind Dubai All-Star Pitch Battle 2025
🌟 Event Name: Startup Grind Dubai All-Star Pitch Battle 2025📍 Location: Dubai, UAE 📅 Date: Monday, September 15, 2025⏰ T...
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Save the Date! Our annual AI Summit returns October 1, 2025 Virtual. Global. Free | 5k Startups | 8am - 12pm PT Whether you’re pitching your first investor or closing your Series A, this is the AI founder event of the year. Build smarter. Raise faster. Join the future of AI.
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