Abu Dhabi-based Mubadala Investment Company, in partnership with Singapore-headquartered venture capital firm Antler and Abu Dhabi’s global tech ecosystem Hub71, has introduced the National Founders Programme, a six-week initiative aimed at developing university research into startups with commercial potential. The programme builds on Mubadala’s investment in Antler and its broader role in supporting the UAE’s innovation landscape. Antler will lead the initial stages, focusing on ideation, venture validation, and founder development, while Hub71 will host the programme and connect participants with Abu Dhabi’s technology and investment community. It reflects our broader mandate at Mubadala UAE Investments—to incubate new and innovative high-growth sectors that strengthen Abu Dhabi’s knowledge economy and create a positive impact on our communities. The programme is designed to attract top research talent from Abu Dhabi’s leading universities.