KPMG UAE Launches Global Tech Innovator Competition for 2025
KPMG in the Lower Gulf (UAE and Oman) has announced the launch of the 2025 edition of its annual Global Tech Innovator competition, providing a platform for tech innovators across the region to showcase their solutions.
Key Details
The KPMG Global Tech Innovator (GTI) competition invites fast-growing tech businesses to participate and gain visibility. The competition is designed to highlight innovative companies that are developing disruptive technologies or utilizing technology in innovative ways.
Participating companies typically go through rounds of pitching their business and innovation to panels of industry experts, investors, and KPMG leadership.
The Lower Gulf winner will gain significant exposure and the opportunity to represent the region on a global stage.
The competition focuses on identifying technology innovators with bold ideas, solid business models, and the potential for significant growth.
Key criteria often include innovation, market potential, traction, and the quality of the management team.
Implications for MENA Startups
For startups and tech companies in the UAE and Oman, the KPMG GTI competition offers a valuable opportunity for networking, mentorship, and international exposure. Winning the regional round and progressing to the global finals can significantly boost a company's profile, potentially attracting investment and opening doors to new markets. This initiative underscores the growing importance of the MENA region as a hub for technological innovation.
About KPMG
KPMG is a global network of professional services firms providing audit, tax, and advisory services. Operating in 144 countries and territories, KPMG employs tens of thousands of professionals, including in the Lower Gulf (UAE and Oman). The firm is actively involved in the technology sector, providing services to tech companies and publishing insights on industry trends and innovation, including through initiatives like the Global Tech Innovator competition.
Looking Ahead
The 2025 edition of the KPMG Global Tech Innovator competition is set to identify and champion the next wave of leading tech companies. The program continues to play a role in supporting the growth of the global technology ecosystem, offering a platform for regional champions from places like the UAE and Oman to compete on the international stage and potentially shape the future of technology.
Source: KPMG