Under the initiative, selected startups within Dtec will receive up to 10 commercial subscriptions to JetBrains” intelligent tools entirely free for six months, followed by a 50% discount for up to five years on key solutions, including advanced AI packages.
Dubai Technology Entrepreneur Campus (Dtec), the largest co-working and tech startup an hub in the region and an initiative of Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ), announced a partnership with JetBrains, the creator of intelligent software development tools trusted by over 15 million users and 88 of the Fortune Global Top 100 companies, to equip emerging technology companies with advanced developer solutions and accelerate AI adoption.
Signed during Dtec’s Agentic AI Innovators Forum in Dubai, the collaboration provides startups within the Dtec community with access to JetBrains’ Incubator and Accelerator Partner Program – an initiative that boasts over 55,000 alumni, including global unicorns like Bolt, Canva, and Deel.
As part of the partnership, Dtec will also provide eligible startups with complimentary access to JetBrains’ professional integrated development environments (IDEs), enabling founders to leverage advanced developer tools and accelerate AI-driven innovation.
Under the initiative, selected startups within Dtec will receive up to 10 commercial subscriptions to JetBrains’ intelligent tools entirely free for six months, followed by a 50% discount for up to five years on key solutions, including advanced AI packages. To further maximize the value of these technologies, JetBrains will host a series of exclusive specialised sessions and hands-on workshops focused on developer best practices, AI adoption and emerging software development trends.
Based in Dubai Silicon Oasis, a specialized economic zone for knowledge and innovation and a member of DIEZ, Dtec provides startups with access to a comprehensive ecosystem combining infrastructure, mentorship, innovation programmes and global partnerships. Having helped launch 1,000 startups and create 4,000 jobs, it continues to enable founders with the resources and connections needed to scale technology ventures. Through this collaboration, startups can leverage JetBrains’ AI-powered coding tools to automate routine tasks, enhance code quality, and significantly accelerate product development.Hans Christensen, Vice President, Dtec, commented:
“Building a globally competitive technology ecosystem requires creating the right environment for entrepreneurs to access advanced tools, expertise and opportunities to scale. Through Dtec, we continue to empower startups with the resources and global connections needed to transform innovative ideas into impactful businesses. This partnership reinforces our commitment to accelerating technology-driven growth and advancing Dubai’s vision of becoming a leading global hub for innovation, aligned with the ambitions of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33 to build a future-ready digital economy. Innovation thrives when entrepreneurs have access to the right expertise, technology and support. Through our partnership with JetBrains, startups within the Dtec community will gain access to industry-leading developer tools that can help them bring AI-powered solutions to market faster. Together, we are creating new opportunities for founders to develop cutting-edge solutions, contributing to Dubai’s ambitions as a leading destination for technology innovation and supporting the UAE’s broader AI strategy.”
– Hans Christensen, Vice President, Dtec
“Partnering with Dtec reflects our continued investment in supporting the region’s fast-developing startup network. As AI adoption accelerates across the Middle East, developers and entrepreneurs need access to the right tools to build innovative, high-quality software. By working with Dtec, we are helping emerging companies gain access to the technologies and resources they need to turn ambitious ideas into successful businesses.”
– Anastasia Zemskova, Vice President – Strategy, JetBrains
“By embedding our tools directly into the Dtec ecosystem, we are helping reduce technical barriers for the next generation of UAE tech giants. Our focus extends beyond delivering software licenses, we aim to build local capability, through knowledge sharing, workshops and practical guidance. Through this partnership, we aim to support the Middle East-based founders by providing them with the advanced coding workflows and AI strategies needed to scale efficiently on a global level.”
– Nadia Rinsky, Head of GTM MENA, JetBrains
Beyond providing access to software tools, the partnership aims to strengthen the UAE’s developer ecosystem by connecting founders with technical expertise, best practices and a global community of software professionals. The agreement reflects a shared commitment to advancing AI innovation through collaboration, education, and practical application.
