The Create Apps Championship in Dubai is inviting mobile app creators, students and innovators worldwide to turn their ideas into impactful digital solutions.
Organised by the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, the initiative provides a global platform for building, refining and scaling mobile applications that can drive real change in business and society.
Aim
The Championship is designed to help participants transform creative app concepts into fully developed, market-ready solutions.
Beyond coding, it emphasises innovation, design thinking, and sustainable business growth — empowering participants to develop not just apps, but viable digital ventures.
Ultimately, the programme seeks to position Dubai as a global hub for digital innovation by nurturing tech talent and supporting the next generation of mobile entrepreneurs.
Benefits
Participants will compete for a prize pool exceeding $720,000, which can be used to develop their apps and scale their startups.
Winners also gain long-term benefits, including:
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Mentorship from industry experts
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Exposure to investors and venture partners
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Access to Dubai’s vibrant digital economy ecosystem
All participants benefit from hands-on learning through online courses, live workshops, and expert-led sessions that strengthen both technical and entrepreneurial skills.
Who can apply
The Championship is open to a diverse pool of innovators, ensuring inclusivity across backgrounds and experience levels. Eligible applicants include:
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Students and early-stage developers with fresh ideas
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Entrepreneurs and startups working on mobile app solutions
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International innovators seeking global exposure
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Developers at the prototype or pre-launch stage
This open structure allows even first-time creators to compete alongside experienced builders.
Requirements
Applicants must submit a clear proposal outlining their app idea, the problem it addresses, and a development plan. Submissions may include concept designs, prototypes or demo videos.
Selected participants will advance through training phases covering app design, business modelling and pitching, leading up to the semi-finals and grand finale in Dubai.
Deadline
Applications close on December 10, 2025. Interested applicants can apply via the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy website.
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