The event is held in collaboration with the UAE Ministry of Economy’s Future100 Initiative –
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 13 February 2025: Crimson Founders, a curated and impact-drivenglobal platform, connecting MIT and Harvard-affiliated startup founders with investors andstrategic partners, is set to host The Crimson Collective Week 1.0 in the United ArabEmirates from February 24-28, 2025. This initiative brings together 19 cutting-edge startups,each with at least one founder who is a student, graduate, professor, post-doc, or researcherof a degree program at MIT and/or Harvard, in alignment with the UAE’s EntrepreneurialNation 2031 vision and its ambition to foster world-class innovation.The highlight of the week is the Crimson Founders MIT & Harvard Startups Demo Session atthe Future 100 Forum at Investopia 2025, scheduled for February 26 and 27 at The St.Regis Saadiyat Island Resort, Abu Dhabi. In collaboration with the UAE Ministry ofEconomy’s Future 100 initiative, this high-profile event will feature six exceptional startupspresenting on stage, with participation from an additional 13 MIT & Harvard-affiliatedcompanies, engaging with investors, leaders in the UAE entrepreneurial ecosystem, and keyindustry stakeholders.Crimson Founders selected this exclusive cohort from a highly competitive pool of 52applicants, ensuring that only the most innovative and investment-ready companies areshowcased. The six presenting startups include:● Amplified Industries, Inc. – AI-powered optimization for oil & gas operations.● Applied AI Corporation – UAE-based enterprise AI platform for finance, healthcare,and government sectors.● Helix Carbon, Inc. – Developing next-gen electrolyzers to convert CO₂ into valuablechemicals for carbon-neutral iron production.● Hexembio Inc. – Advanced stem cell therapy for longevity and immune systemrejuvenation.● ML Tech – Institutional-grade digital asset investment platform.● Spectrohm, Inc. – High-speed AI-powered security inspection technology.These startups, originating from the United States, United Arab Emirates, Germany, HongKong, and the United Kingdom, are driving groundbreaking innovations across AI, SaaS,fintech, biotech, healthcare, energy, sustainability, chemicals, defense, cybersecurity, andsupply chain & logistics—all critical areas of interest not only to regional investors andsovereign wealth funds but also to the UAE as a country that is actively developing thesesectors and aims to strengthen them as part of its national innovation and economicdiversification strategy.
Crimson Collective Week 1.0 in the United Arab Emirates: Expanding OpportunitiesBeyond InvestopiaCrimson Founders is spearheading a dynamic initiative to integrate startups into the UAE’sthriving business ecosystem. This week-long program features exclusive engagements withgovernment entities, innovation hubs, and corporate leaders, designed to introduce MIT andHarvard-affiliated startups to strategic investment and growth opportunities. CrimsonFounders is partnering with Investopia, Future 100, DMCC, Al Tamimi & Company, DubaiFuture Foundation, and potentially two major UAE sovereign funds, expanding the visibilityand impact of these international startups.While The Crimson Collective launches in the UAE, Crimson Founders aims to bring thisinitiative to other global entrepreneurial hubs, including New York, Boston, Silicon Valley,India, and Singapore. By doing so, the organization reinforces its commitment to fosteringinternational startup ecosystems and bridging innovators with global capital and strategicmarkets.Why We Chose the UAE for the Inaugural Crimson Collective WeekThe UAE offers a strong and rapidly growing ecosystem for startups, investment, andexpansion, making it an ideal launchpad for the first Crimson Collective Week. The keyfactors influencing this decision include:● Government-backed initiatives that support innovation and entrepreneurship.● A strategic location connecting global markets across Europe, Asia, and Africa.● A rapidly growing investment ecosystem, including sovereign wealth funds andventure capital firms.● Established and expanding industries, including AI, energy, sustainability, supplychain & logistics, smart city development, infrastructure, real estate, and hospitality.By launching in the UAE, Crimson Founders provides startups with access to a rapidlyexpanding innovation ecosystem, fostering connections with investors, accelerators, andindustry leaders.A Vision for Global Expansion“Our goal is to create a seamless bridge between the world’s most innovativeentrepreneurial ecosystems and the UAE’s fast-growing innovation hub,” said AnooshehKalantari, Founding Partner & Managing Director of Crimson Founders. “With The CrimsonCollective, we aim to replicate this model in key global markets, accelerating theinternational growth of startups while reinforcing our commitment to fostering a world-classentrepreneurial ecosystem.”EndsAbout CRIMSON FOUNDERSCrimson Founders is a global platform dedicated to connecting startups led by MIT andHarvard entrepreneurs with investors, industry leaders, innovation ecosystems, andgovernment initiatives. Through curated demo days, venture programs, info sessions, and
select networking events, we foster innovation, facilitate meaningful connections, andsupport startups in scaling their ventures.With a deep commitment to empowering founders, Crimson Founders is building a vibrantentrepreneurial ecosystem and community where the world’s most promising startups canthrive—both regionally and globally.For media inquiries, please contact:Anoosheh KalantariFounder, Crimson
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