Q1 2026$80M raised2 deals0 new startups84 open roles

Dubai Startup Funding News & Ecosystem Intelligence

BREAKING·19 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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FUNDING

Funding News15 hours ago

Property Finder Closes $525 Million Financing Round

Real estate platform Property Finder has completed a $525 million financing round. This significant capital raise reflects robust investor interest in the proptech sector.

SPOTLIGHT

GUIDE

The Impact of Blockchain and Crypto on the Dubai Startup Scene

Dubai has emerged as the world's most regulated-yet-welcoming crypto hub, with VARA providing clarity that most jurisdictions lack. By early 2026, over 500 virtual asset companies are licensed in the UAE, tokenized real estate has surpassed $50 million in issuance, and institutional adoption is accelerating through ADGM and DIFC frameworks.

ECOSYSTEM

Ecosystem3 days ago

UAE Launches Dh1 Billion International Space Cooperation Program

The UAE initiated a Dh1 billion International Space Cooperation Programme to foster research, collaboration, and talent development in the space sector. This program signifies a strategic push to strengthen the UAE's position in the global space industry.

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