Dubai Startup Funding News & Ecosystem Intelligence

BREAKING·12 days ago

Stitch Raises $25M Series A, Andreessen Horowitz Enters GCC Market

Stitch, an operating system for financial institutions, secured $25 million in Series A funding led by Andreessen Horowitz. This investment marks a16z's first venture into the GCC region.

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Partnership15 hours ago

Qashio Partners with NEXA AI Lab for Finance Automation

Regulation15 hours ago

New WPS Requirements Take Effect June 1 for UAE Businesses

Ecosystem15 hours ago

UAE Government Boosts Startup and SME Support

FUNDING

Funding News15 hours ago

MENA Startups Attract Fresh Capital Across Key Sectors

Several MENA startups, including UAE-based RemotePass, eVoost AI, and Peekabox, have successfully closed funding rounds. This highlights continued investor confidence in the region's digital economy.

SPOTLIGHT

GUIDE

How does Dubai's startup ecosystem compare to other MENA regions

Dubai captured the lion's share of $3.8 billion in UAE venture capital in 2025, representing 74% growth year-over-year and cementing its position as the MENA region's dominant startup hub. But competition from Riyadh's deep-pocketed Vision 2030 programs and Cairo's cost advantages is intensifying.

ECOSYSTEM

Ecosystem3 days ago

UAE Government Enhances Startup and Business Support

The UAE government has launched several initiatives, including equity-free grants up to AED5 million from Sheraa and new tax incentives, to bolster support for startups and SMEs. These measures aim to foster a more resilient and innovation-driven business environment.