The Gulf Capital SME Awards saw 300+ entries submitted from 152 organisations across the GCC Sixteen unique small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) were celebrated for their contribution to today’s challenging regional economy at the 9 th edition of the Gulf Capital SME Awards held on 9 December. A further seven businesses received the highly commended status across categories including Startup Business of the Year, Emirati Business of the Year and Digital Business of the Year. Striving to celebrate the very best businesses and entrepreneurs from the region, the 2020 Gulf Capital SME awards saw over 300 applications across 17 unique categories. The winner of MasterCard Technology Startup of the Year, BankOnUs, allows UAE residents to compare insurance policies, credit cards, loans, and bank accounts all in one place. The independent panel of judges applauded the startup’s ability to manage consumer pain points by customising information through a bespoke mobile application.