Future Technology Week is the event set to redefine technology for business. A huge platform with four live events, it will take place at the Dubai World Trade Center (DWTC) between March 29 and 31.

Future Technology Week will feature the Internet of Things Expo (IoTX), The Big Data Show, the Gulf Information Security Expo & Conference (GISEC) and the Gulf Enterprise Mobility Exhibition & Conference (GEMEC).

Enter The Hive, the latest addition to the event. The Hive is a new innovative technology platform that presents the ‘Start Up Showdown of the Century’, where the world’s most dedicated and driven young entrepreneurs come to pitch their startup concepts set to solve today’s greatest technology challenges.

The startups have been handpicked by our panel of distinguished technology industry experts, business gurus and SME accelerators.

Below is the criteria which judges will use to shortlist the participants:

• Practical use of product/solution
• Innovative use of technology
• Ease of implementation
• Sustainable business model
• User adoption to date
• Difference to other products in the market

Apply for The Hive here.