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Women in Tech Accelerator Launches Eighth UAE Cohort

The Standard Chartered Foundation and Village Capital have launched the eighth 'Women in Tech' accelerator in the UAE, supporting women-led tech-enabled startups with investment readiness, funding, and global networks. This program boosts female entrepreneurship and innovation within the region.

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DXB Start·June 14, 2026·1 min read·14 hours ago

The Standard Chartered Foundation, in collaboration with Village Capital, has launched the eighth iteration of its 'Women in Tech' Accelerator in the UAE. This program targets women-led, tech-enabled startups, offering comprehensive investment readiness training and catalytic funding.

Participants will also gain access to global networks, which is crucial for scaling their ventures. The initiative aims to strengthen the ecosystem for female entrepreneurs and drive innovation in the technology sector.

Last updated June 14, 2026

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