Dubai: The global epicenter for startups with a 40% higher chance of success

Dubai is established as one of the most promising destinations for startups and entrepreneurs from all over the world. According to the vice-president of the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, Saeed Al Gergawi, start-ups that choose to establish themselves in the emirate have 40% more likely to succeed compared to other global ecosystems.

An Ecosystem Designed for Growth

This figure reflects more than a statistic: it shows the effectiveness of a optimized business environment, driven by public policies that promote innovation and technological investment.
During his speech at Expand North Star 2025, one of the largest entrepreneurship events in the world, Al Gergawi highlighted the role of programs such as Business in Dubai and tools such as Startup Guide, which offer advice, guidance and resources to early-stage founders.

“Our mission is to provide an obstacle-free environment for entrepreneurs,” said Al Gergawi, underlining the emirate's commitment to the development of technological businesses.

Advanced infrastructure and institutional support

Dubai has achieved a unique balance between advanced infrastructure, favorable regulatory environment and institutional support.
La Dubai Chamber of Commerce, for example, has segmented its operations into three semi-independent branches —Commerce, Industry and Digital Economy—, allowing for a more specialized approach to meet the needs of each sector.

This structure has helped attract talent, capital and innovation from all corners of the world, consolidating the city as one of the main launch platforms for startups in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.

Expand North Star: The Global Meeting Point

The event Expand North Star 2025, held in Dubai, brought together more than 2,000 startups from 180 countries and 1,200 investors who, together, manage more than 1.1 trillion dollars.
These types of forums not only encourage investment and collaboration, but they also offer visibility to entrepreneurs seeking to scale their ideas internationally.

Thanks to such initiatives, Dubai is becoming a global innovation center, where talent, technology and financial opportunities converge.

Expanding digital economy

Currently, the Dubai's digital economy represents 11.5% of its GDP, a figure that the emirate intends to raise to 20% for 2033, in line with the Economic Agenda D33.
Sectors such as FinTech, SaaS, Artificial Intelligence and Digital Mobility are leading this transformation, boosting the country's competitiveness in international markets.

In addition, the city offers startups an environment free of personal income taxes, access to technological free zones and flexible residence visas, making it easier to attract global talent and establish operations in an agile manner.

A Promising Future for Innovation

With a clear vision and an active policy of attracting talent, Dubai is positioned as the new global epicenter for startups.
Beyond offering a favorable environment, the city has built a vibrant community, where collaboration, technology and investment combine to turn ideas into projects with a global impact.

In the words of Al Gergawi,”Dubai doesn't just drive startups; it drives the future of innovation”.

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