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Deel Launches $15M Global Startup Tournament with Dubai Regional Final

Deel announced 'The Pitch by Deel,' a $15 million global startup tournament featuring a Dubai regional final. Seed-stage founders can win a $50,000 SAFE investment and compete for a $1 million grand prize.

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DXB Start·May 15, 2026·1 min read·7 hours ago

Deel, a global HR platform, has initiated 'The Pitch by Deel,' a $15 million worldwide startup tournament. The competition includes a dedicated regional final hosted in Dubai, targeting local and regional seed-stage founders.

Winners of the Dubai regional final will secure a $50,000 SAFE investment. They will then advance to compete for the ultimate $1 million grand prize, offering a substantial capital injection for promising startups.

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