Six Palestinian startups are showcasing their innovations at Expand North Star Dubai, supported by the BMAQ Innovation Hub, an initiative by the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency. The participation, which coincides with the launch of the 2025-2026 social and economic season in Jerusalem, is a collaboration with Morocco’s Ministry of Digital Transition and Administrative Reform and Al-Quds University.
BMAQ Innovation Hub Propels Founders
The BMAQ Innovation Hub provides a dedicated pavilion for the startups at the international event, offering them a platform to connect with investors, partners, and potential customers. This initiative is part of the agency’s broader digital strategy for 2024-2027, themed “Digital Development in Service of Economic and Social Development in Jerusalem.” The selected startups are the result of a rigorous six-month incubation and training program designed to prepare them for market entry and global exposure.
A Diverse Cohort Of Innovators
The six participating startups were selected from a pool of 133 applicants and represent a range of high-growth sectors, from HealthTech to EdTech and AI. The cohort includes:
- GlyCare: An AI-powered platform for diabetes management.
- Hives360: An intelligent system for beehive management and productivity analysis.
- Plink Play: A specialized platform for electronic gaming.
- Rafeeqek: A dedicated application focused on women’s health.
- Taleik AI: An AI-based service for automating voice responses in Arabic.
- Mufakker: An interactive educational platform designed to integrate children with special needs.
Supernova Success And Founder Testimonials
The program is already showing tangible results, with Abdul Rahman Barham, founder of Hives360, qualifying for the semi-finals of the prestigious Supernova Challenge. Barham expressed his gratitude for the agency’s support, stating that its efforts in training and mentorship were crucial to reaching the final stages of the global competition. Other participating founders echoed this sentiment, thanking the agency and its chairman, King Mohammed VI of Morocco, for providing opportunities that enable them to scale their businesses on the international stage.
Strategic Support For Ecosystem Growth
The collaboration between the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency and Al-Quds University provided comprehensive support for the startups. Rand Taweel, Director of Grants and Development at the Al-Quds University Business Incubator, highlighted that the partnership covered all stages of incubation, including training, idea development, marketing support, and market access. The program is designed to enhance the startups’ capabilities and facilitate networking with investors and experts at major technology conferences like Expand North Star and GITEX GLOBAL.
About Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency
The Bayt Mal Al-Quds Agency is an institution operating under the Al-Quds Committee, chaired by King Mohammed VI of Morocco. Its mission is to implement social and economic development projects in Jerusalem to support the Palestinian population and preserve the city’s religious and cultural heritage. Through initiatives like the BMAQ Innovation Hub, the agency focuses on empowering Palestinian youth and fostering entrepreneurship in key technology sectors.
Source: 24 Saa
