Ep 47 ft. Jigar Sagar | Inside Dubai’s Startup Reality: Vision, Capital & Execution
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this insightful episode of Think and Grow 10X, we sit down with Jigar to unpack the real state of Dubai’s startup ecosystem, beyond the headlines, hype, and unicorn targets.Dubai has the vision, capital, and ambition to become a global startup hub. But what actually happens on the ground tells a more nuanced story. From funding gaps and founder mindset to AI readiness and regulatory evolution, this conversation dives into what’s working, what’s missing, and what it will truly take to build global startups from Dubai.We talk about:1. Why Dubai’s startup ecosystem is still in its early stages2. The real challenge founders face when raising capital in the UAE3. Why most successful startups in Dubai are bootstrapped4. The gap between AI vision and business execution5. How culture and family-business thinking shape founder decisions6. What needs to change for homegrown startups to scale globally🎧 If you’re a founder, operator, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur in the UAE or Middle East, this episode will challenge how you think about startups, growth, and execution in Dubai.-----------------------------------🎯 Why Watch?If you’re an entrepreneur, startup founder, or someone passionate about personal growth, this video will help you gain real-world insights, actionable strategies, and motivation to achieve 10X success.🔥 More Ways to Grow:📢 Subscribe for More: https://bit.ly/Thinkandgrow10X🎥 Watch Next: • Diary Of A Founder 📢 Follow Us for Daily Insights:📸 Instagram: / muhammad_tariqofficial 🐦 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/77sa1qB...🔗 LinkedIn: / muhammad-tariq-04840517b 📩 Business Inquiries & Collaborations:For sponsorships, business partnerships, or speaking opportunities, contact us at: m.tariq@inzone.ae🎬 About Think and Grow 10XAt Think and Grow 10X, we bring you inspiring stories, expert interviews, and proven strategies to help you scale your business, master personal growth, and achieve your biggest goals. Whether you're a startup founder, business leader, or dreamer, this channel is your roadmap to success.🚀 Join the movement. Think bigger. Grow bolder. Achieve 10X!
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In this insightful episode of Think and Grow 10X, we sit down with Jigar to unpack the real state of Dubai’s startup ecosystem, beyond the headlines, hype, and unicorn targets.Dubai has the vision, capital, and ambition to become a global startup hub. But what actually happens on the ground tells a more nuanced story. From funding gaps and founder mindset to AI readiness and regulatory evolution, this conversation dives into what’s working, what’s missing, and what it will truly take to build global startups from Dubai.We talk about:1. Why Dubai’s startup ecosystem is still in its early stages2. The real challenge founders face when raising capital in the UAE3. Why most successful startups in Dubai are bootstrapped4. The gap between AI vision and business execution5. How culture and family-business thinking shape founder decisions6. What needs to change for homegrown startups to scale globally🎧 If you’re a founder, operator, investor, or aspiring entrepreneur in the UAE or Middle East, this episode will challenge how you think about startups, growth, and execution in Dubai.-----------------------------------🎯 Why Watch?If you’re an entrepreneur, startup founder, or someone passionate about personal growth, this video will help you gain real-world insights, actionable strategies, and motivation to achieve 10X success.🔥 More Ways to Grow:📢 Subscribe for More: https://bit.ly/Thinkandgrow10X🎥 Watch Next: • Diary Of A Founder 📢 Follow Us for Daily Insights:📸 Instagram: / muhammad_tariqofficial 🐦 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/77sa1qB...🔗 LinkedIn: / muhammad-tariq-04840517b 📩 Business Inquiries & Collaborations:For sponsorships, business partnerships, or speaking opportunities, contact us at: m.tariq@inzone.ae🎬 About Think and Grow 10XAt Think and Grow 10X, we bring you inspiring stories, expert interviews, and proven strategies to help you scale your business, master personal growth, and achieve your biggest goals. Whether you're a startup founder, business leader, or dreamer, this channel is your roadmap to success.🚀 Join the movement. Think bigger. Grow bolder. Achieve 10X!