Dubai Chamber Supports 1,690 Digital Startups

Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy says it supported 1,690 digital startups in Dubai during 2025, a 39.7% year-on-year increase. AI-focused firms made up about 15%, fintech 12% and mobility/SaaS/e-commerce 20%, while 75% of firms were global; the chamber also launched Dubai Founders HQ in October 2025 and expanded programs, accelerators and international roadshows.