The 1 Billion Followers Summit and the UAE National Media Authority have unveiled the $1 million '100 Dreams' initiative in collaboration with creator Simon Squibb. The programme offers 100 global media entrepreneurs $10,000 each in funding alongside UAE company licensing support and business mentorship. Applications open globally on November 20 ahead of the summit in Dubai in January 2027.
The 1 Billion Followers Summit and the National Media Authority have launched the $1 million '100 Dreams' initiative in collaboration with Dream Group founder Simon Squibb. The programme will provide 100 content creators with $10,000 each, alongside trade licensing support, mentorship, and business acceleration in the UAE. Applications open on 20 November ahead of the fifth summit edition in January 2027.
The 1 Billion Followers Summit and the UAE's National Media Authority have introduced a $1 million initiative titled '100 Dreams'. The scheme will award $10,000 each to 100 global content creators alongside trade licensing assistance and accelerator mentorship to establish businesses in the UAE. Applications are scheduled to open on November 20, 2026.
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