About Proud Lion Studios | Dubai's AI, Web3 & App Development Studio

About Proud Lion Studios | Dubai's AI, Web3 & App Development Studio

About Proud Lion Studios | Dubai's AI, Web3 & App Development Studio

Custom software development company in Dubai — building AI, blockchain platforms, mobile apps & games for startups and enterprises worldwide.

Custom software development in Dubai, building AI , blockchain platforms, mobile apps & games for startups worldwide.

Our Story

Proud Lion Studios is a Dubai-based software development company specializing in AI agent development, Web3 blockchain solutions, mobile app development (iOS & Android), game development, and SaaS platforms. Founded in the UAE, we started as a group of developers launching a successful NFT project on Ethereum — raising significant funding and proving our ability to build, ship, and scale real products. That early success pushed us to expand our technical expertise across blockchain development, AI systems, and full-stack engineering. We then won multiple grants and hackathons from the Aptos Foundation, establishing ourselves as one of the leading Web3 development studios in the UAE. Today, Proud Lion Studios is a full-service tech studio delivering end-to-end digital solutions for startups and enterprises across the UAE, Middle East, and globally. From custom mobile apps and AI automation tools to blockchain DApps and multiplayer games — we partner with businesses to launch faster, scale smarter, and build products that drive measurable results.

How We Work

At Proud Lion Studios, we combine product strategy, UI/UX design, and full-stack development to deliver complete digital solutions.

Our process includes:

  • Product planning and validation

  • UI/UX design and prototyping

  • Mobile and web app development

  • Blockchain and Web3 integration

  • AI system development

  • Launch, scaling, and optimization

As a trusted software development company in Dubai, we work closely with every client to ensure each product is built for performance, scalability, and long-term success. Whether you need a custom mobile app, an AI automation system, a blockchain DApp, or a Web3 game — we have the team and expertise to deliver it from the UAE.

Our Mission

Our mission is to be the leading technology partner for startups and businesses in the UAE and beyond — delivering world-class AI agent development, blockchain solutions, mobile app development, and game development that drive real innovation and sustainable growth.

Our Team

Our Team

Proud Lion Studios brings together a team of 15+ specialists with over 30 years of combined experience in software development, blockchain technology, AI engineering, and game development — all based in Dubai, UAE. Our team includes experts in iOS & Android mobile app development, front-end and back-end systems, Aptos and Ethereum smart contract development, Unity game development, UI/UX design, and advanced 2D/3D graphics and animation. Every project is powered by a collaborative cross-functional team that blends engineering, design, and product strategy — ensuring everything we build is scalable, polished, and ready to grow.

Amal Perera - CEO

Amal Perera - CEO

Former Project lead for Warner Bros Matrix NFT, with 15+ years in blockchain and gaming

Former Project lead for Warner Bros Matrix NFT, with 15+ years in blockchain and gaming

Sheharyar Khan - CTO

Sheharyar Khan - CTO

15 years of experience in Full-stack development, Blockchain architect and DeFi protocols

Theo Van-Leest - BP

Strategic Business Partner with proven track record in Operations for Web2/Web3 solutions.

Kateryna Hryshyna - MS

Marketing Specialist driving growth through data, creativity, strategy, generating quality leads.

Theo Van-Leest - BP

Strategic Business Partner with proven track record in Web2/Web3 solutions.

Strategic Business Partner with proven track record in Operations for Web2/Web3 solutions.

Kateryna Hryshyna - MS

Marketing Specialist that drives growth through data, creativity, strategy.

Marketing Specialist driving growth through data, creativity, strategy, generating quality leads.