Dubai: Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, a key entity under Dubai Chambers, has announced its successful support for 308 digital startups in the emirate during the first half of 2025. This marks a year-over-year growth of 39 percent compared to the 221 companies assisted in the same period last year.
According to Emirates News Agency, Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, and Chairman of Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, emphasized the commitment to cultivating a thriving digital business environment. This environment is designed to provide a solid foundation for talents and digital companies, facilitating their expansion from Dubai to global markets. Efforts are ongoing to enhance Dubai's appeal as a global hub for digital companies, entrepreneurs, and investors by improving digital infrastructure and creating a supportive ecosystem for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Saeed Al Gergawi, Vice President of Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, noted the organisation of 10 events in the first half of the year to foster partnerships and bolster the digital economy sectors. Additionally, 15 international roadshows were held to showcase Dubai's advanced digital business ecosystem and promote the upcoming edition of Expand North Star, a major event for startups and investors.
Expand North Star, set for October 2025, is organized by Dubai World Trade Centre and hosted by Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy. It aims to bring together leading startups, innovators, and investors to explore growth opportunities in Dubai and influence the future of the digital economy. The roadshows highlighted Dubai's competitive advantages and the chamber's comprehensive support for digital startups looking to expand in the emirate. They also featured pitch competitions, with winners earning a chance to participate in Expand North Star 2025 and qualify for the Supernova Challenge, the region's largest startup pitch competition.