A deep dive into the funding landscape, hot sectors and emerging founders shaping the UAE startup ecosystem this year.
The UAE startup ecosystem has matured significantly over the past decade. From Dubai to Abu Dhabi, the region is now home to multiple unicorns, hundreds of millions in venture capital deployed annually, and a deepening pool of repeat founders.
In this article, we explore the key sectors driving growth — fintech, AI, logistics — and what investors are watching in 2026.
Fintech leads the way
Fintech continues to dominate funding, with BNPL, open banking and wealth platforms securing the largest rounds...
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