Dubai & UAE Startups by Sector
DXBStart tracks 108+ startups across 25 sectors in Dubai and the wider UAE — from fintech and AI to spacetech, agritech, and beyond. Each sector page lists every company we currently track in that vertical, with funding history, stage, status, and related news. Sector classifications are editorial and reflect each company’s primary business activity. The directory is free and updated as new companies are added, last refreshed 2026-05-20.
ALL SECTORS
Fintech
30 cos.Financial technology startups in Dubai and the UAE — digital payments, neobanking, lending, BNPL, and investment platforms.
E-commerce
10 cos.E-commerce startups in Dubai and the UAE — online marketplaces, D2C brands, and digital retail infrastructure.
HealthTech
7 cos.Healthcare technology startups in Dubai and the UAE — telemedicine, digital health records, AI diagnostics, and chronic care platforms.
AI
7 cos.Artificial intelligence startups in Dubai and the UAE — computer vision, NLP, generative AI, and enterprise AI applications.
PropTech
6 cos.Property technology startups transforming Dubai's real estate market — tokenized ownership, digital brokerage, and smart property management.
Logistics
5 cos.Logistics and supply chain startups in Dubai — last-mile delivery, freight tech, and warehouse automation.
Food Tech
4 cos.Food technology startups in Dubai — cloud kitchens, vertical farming, and food delivery platforms.
EdTech
3 cos.Education technology startups in Dubai and the UAE — online learning, scholarship platforms, and workforce upskilling.
CleanTech
3 cos.Clean technology and sustainability startups in Dubai — solar energy, carbon capture, and green building solutions.
HR Tech
3 cos.Human resources technology startups in Dubai — payroll, benefits, recruitment, and workforce management platforms.
Travel Tech
3 cos.Travel technology startups in Dubai — booking platforms, aviation services, and hospitality tech.
AgriTech
3 cos.Agricultural technology startups in Dubai and the UAE — smart farming, controlled environment agriculture, and food supply innovation.
Automotive
3 cos.Automotive technology startups in Dubai — EV infrastructure, autonomous driving, and mobility platforms.
On-Demand Services
3 cos.On-demand service startups in Dubai — ride-hailing, home services, and gig economy platforms.
SaaS
2 cos.Software-as-a-Service startups in Dubai — B2B tools, productivity platforms, and cloud infrastructure.
Cybersecurity
2 cos.Cybersecurity startups in Dubai and the UAE — threat detection, data protection, and security infrastructure.
InsurTech
2 cos.Insurance technology startups in Dubai — digital insurance, claims automation, and embedded insurance products.
LegalTech
2 cos.Legal technology startups in Dubai — contract automation, compliance platforms, and legal marketplace services.
MarTech
2 cos.Marketing technology startups in Dubai — advertising platforms, influencer tools, and digital analytics.
Deep Tech
2 cos.Deep technology startups in Dubai — advanced materials, quantum computing, and frontier science applications.
Gaming
2 cos.Gaming startups in Dubai and the UAE — mobile gaming, esports, and interactive entertainment.
SpaceTech
1 co.Space technology startups in Dubai and the UAE — satellite systems, earth observation, and space-as-a-service.
Aviation
1 co.Aviation technology startups in Dubai and the UAE — flight operations, aviation SaaS, and drone services.
Entertainment
1 co.Entertainment startups in Dubai — streaming, content creation, and digital media platforms.
Technology
1 co.Technology startups in Dubai and the UAE — broad-spectrum tech companies building infrastructure and platforms.
FREQUENTLY ASKED
How many startup sectors does DXBStart track in Dubai and the UAE?
DXBStart tracks 25 startup sectors across Dubai and the UAE, from fintech and AI to spacetech and agritech. 25 of those sectors currently have at least one tracked company, with 108 total startups indexed as of 2026-05-20.
Which startup sectors are largest in Dubai?
As of 2026-05-20, the largest tracked sectors on DXBStart are Fintech (30 companies), E-commerce (10 companies), HealthTech (7 companies), AI (7 companies), PropTech (6 companies). Fintech, e-commerce, and AI consistently lead the Dubai startup ecosystem by company count and funding raised.
How do I find startups in a specific sector?
Each sector has a dedicated directory page at dxbstart.com/sector/[sector-name] with the full list of tracked companies, funding data, and related sectors. Sectors are updated continuously as new companies are added to the DXBStart database.
Are these startup classifications official?
DXBStart's sector taxonomy is an editorial classification based on each company's primary business activity. We map companies to sectors using their stated focus area and public materials. Companies may operate across multiple sectors but are assigned a primary sector for directory navigation.
Can I get a downloadable list of UAE startups by sector?
Sector pages on DXBStart are free to browse and link to. For bulk data access or custom sector reports, contact the DXBStart team. Our quarterly UAE startup ecosystem reports include sector breakdowns by funding, headcount, and stage.