Sui, the highly efficient and scalable layer-one blockchain, has announced the opening of its first SuiHub in collaboration with Ghaf Group, a prominent blockchain partner in the MENA region. This marks the beginning of a series of planned hubs around the world, with Dubai being chosen as the inaugural location due to its thriving tech ecosystem and commitment to innovation.

Situated in Expo City Dubai, the new hub will play a crucial role in Sui’s mission to establish a global network of Sui workspaces and community centers that empower developers to create decentralized applications (DApps) and advance blockchain technology. SuiHub Dubai will provide startup founders in the Web 3.0 space with access to workshops, technical support, community-driven events, funding, and technical expertise, ensuring they have the necessary support to launch and scale their projects using Sui’s blockchain infrastructure.

The opening of SuiHub Dubai solidifies Sui’s position as a leading platform for Web 3.0 development in the MENA region, particularly as Dubai continues its rapid adoption of blockchain technologies.

Kostas Chalkias, co-founder and chief cryptographer at Mysten Labs, the developer of the Sui network, stated, “Dubai’s forward-thinking regulatory environment and commitment to blockchain innovation make it the ideal location for SuiHub’s global debut. By opening SuiHub here, we aim to empower local and regional developers to create DApps that will have a global impact. This is the first in a series of hubs we plan to establish around the world to provide builders with the resources and support they need to succeed.”

Feras Al Sadek, co-founder and MD of Ghaf Group, expressed his enthusiasm for the launch of the first official SuiHub in Dubai, stating, “What began as a simple advisory has grown into a global initiative that will power technology advancement here for years to come.”

Kristof Lukovich, CEO of SuiHub, highlighted the mission of SuiHub to empower regional blockchain startup founders by providing the necessary resources and support to drive growth and strengthen the regional ecosystem. Lukovich emphasized the importance of collaboration and creating new synergies, stating, “Our venture-building efforts are focused on bringing innovative solutions to market, while our Q4 accelerator program will be nurturing some of the most promising startup founders on a global scale.”

The Expo City site was chosen as the location for SuiHub Dubai due to its recognition as a hub for cutting-edge technology companies. This further strengthens Sui’s presence in the region, following earlier initiatives such as the partnership with the American University of Sharjah to launch the AUS-Sui Blockchain Academy.

Sui’s commitment to building a decentralized, developer-led ecosystem is reaffirmed with the opening of SuiHub Dubai, and more hubs are expected to be announced in the future, providing localized support and resources for blockchain developers on the Sui platform.