Last Chance to Apply: Red Bull Basement UAE 2026 Calls on Student Innovators and Young Founders
Dubai, UAE -13 April, 2026 – Red Bull Basement 2026 returns to the UAE, once again bringing together students and first-time entrepreneurs to develop and showcase bold, early-stage business ideas. Delivered in partnership with the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), MONIIFY, DIFC Innovation Hub, Microsoft and AMD, the global programme offers a dynamic platform for young talent to tackle real-world challenges through technology, creativity, and entrepreneurship.
The UAE National Finals will take place on April 28, 2026 at The Gate, DIFC, where selected finalists will present their ideas to a panel of expert judges, including Lana Sawiris – CEO of MONIIFY, Dr Marwan Al Zarouni – CEO of AI at Dubai’s Department of Economy and Tourism (DET), Ahmad AlMheiri – Acting CEO of the Mohammed bin Rashid Establishment for Small and Medium Enterprises Development (Dubai SME), and Mohammad Alblooshi – CEO of DIFC Innovation Hub.
With the submission window closing on 14 April 2026, students and aspiring entrepreneurs have a final chance to step forward with their ideas. Red Bull Basement continues to champion youth-driven innovation, empowering the next generation of founders while reinforcing Dubai’s growing reputation as a hub for entrepreneurship and forward-thinking ideas.
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