Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy revs up startup growth in first half

• Rolls out 10 local events and 15 international roadshows in early 2025 designed to forge new partnerships and accelerate sector growth.

The first half of 2025 saw remarkable achievements for the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, which has become an engine for entrepreneurial growth in the emirate.

The progressive body, operating under Dubai Chambers, announced it had assisted 308 promising digital startups to establish and develop their businesses in Dubai—marking a 39 per cent increase from the 221 companies supported over the same period last year.

Omar bin Sultan Al Olama, Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications, as well as Chairman of the Dubai Chamber of Digital Economy, reflected on this milestone: “Our priority is to create a seamless digital business landscape where visionaries, talents, and new ventures find every tool necessary for success.

By reinforcing Dubai’s digital infrastructure, evolving the legislative framework, and cultivating a truly innovative ecosystem, we are unlocking global potential right from the heart of the emirate.”

Digital opportunities

Looking deeper into the activities fueling this momentum, Saeed Al Gergawi, Vice President of the Chamber, recounted a dynamic calendar: “To empower tech businesses, we rolled out 10 events in early 2025 designed to forge new partnerships and accelerate sector growth.

“Furthermore, we hit the road with 15 international roadshows, spotlighting Dubai’s flourishing digital opportunities and driving anticipation for Expand North Star—set to be the world’s premier gathering for startups and investors.”

Expand North Star, hosted by the Chamber and organised by Dubai World Trade Centre in October 2025, is poised to attract trailblazers across the global digital economy. This massive event draws startups, investors, business leaders, and innovators together, all eager to explore Dubai’s advantages and shape the future of digital commerce.