New companies in Dubai & the UAE
A running directory of companies, startups and ventures that recently launched in Dubai, Abu Dhabi and the wider Emirates. Updated every two weeks. Last update: October 2026.
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LEXA Translate (Arabian AI Lab)
TechDubai · October 2026Dubai studio Arabian AI Lab launched an agentic AI translation platform built on 15 specialist language agents.
Source: Khaleej TimesMetisJean
TechDubai · October 2026New Dubai startup MetisJean launched Jean, a sovereign AI operating system cutting token usage by 90%.
Source: MENA Startup DigestMazal
TechDubai · October 2026Mazal launched an escrow-protected digital marketplace for trading premium Dubai number plates.
Source: Bizpreneur Middle EastTaiga (TakaHisa Group)
F&BDubai · October 2026TakaHisa Group opened Taiga, a 19-seat teppanyaki restaurant serving premium wagyu on Bluewaters Island.
Source: Khaleej TimesMcGettigan's Bla Bla JBR
F&BDubai · October 2026Vision Hospitality opened McGettigan's Bla Bla, a new beachfront pub and entertainment venue at JBR.
Source: Caterer Middle EastORAYA Developer
Real EstateRas Al Khaimah · October 2026New developer ORAYA entered the UAE market announcing its first residential project on Marjan Beach.
Source: GlobeNewswireMama Crumble (Ripe Market residency)
F&BDubai · October 2026Dessert brand Mama Crumble opened an eight-month residency and Dubai-wide delivery at Ripe Market.
Source: The IntegratorZT Global
FintechDubai · September 2026New DIFC-based investment advisory firm secures DFSA licence for private-market transactions.
Source: Fintech Business Asiabaraka
FintechUAE · September 2026Investment app launches trading on DFM and ADX for UAE investors funded in dirhams.
Source: MENA NewswireZamanat Fund
FintechDubai · September 2026Launched a tokenised private credit fund of up to $100 million targeting the GCC SME financing gap.
Source: Finance DroidKeep Converting
TechDubai · September 2026AI startup raised $2 million pre-seed to personalise e-commerce product pages for shoppers.
Source: TechparleyLe Guilan
F&BDubai · September 2026New contemporary Persian all-day restaurant opens in Downtown Dubai overlooking South Ridge Park.
Source: WOW EmiratesBayroot Deli
F&BDubai · September 2026New 56-seat Lebanese deli restaurant opened on Sheikh Zayed Road at Aspin Commercial Tower.
Source: nom:meHikiniku to Come
F&BDubai · September 2026Tokyo's cult wagyu hamburg restaurant opened its first GCC location at CMPLX in Al Quoz.
Source: WOW EmiratesGymkhana Dubai
F&BDubai · September 2026London's celebrated Indian restaurant Gymkhana opened its new DIFC location in Dubai.
Source: Conde Nast Traveller Middle EastCiel Dubai Marina
OtherDubai · September 2026World's tallest hotel officially opened in Dubai Marina with a record-high infinity pool.
Source: The First GroupSix Senses The Palm
OtherDubai · September 2026Wellness resort brand debuts in the UAE with a 61-suite beachfront hotel on Palm Jumeirah.
Source: TTNQanooni
TechDubai · September 2026UAE legal-tech startup closed a $2 million pre-seed round led by Village Global to build legal AI.
Source: SA EntrepreneursSav
FintechUAE · September 2026Consumer fintech raised a $3.5 million pre-Series A round led by Phoenix Venture Partners.
Source: Wamda971 Today
MediaUAE · September 2026New multilingual media platform launched delivering UAE news in five languages.
Source: Zawyadubaivisa.app
TechDubai · September 2026Rate Extra Tourism launched a portal letting travellers apply for UAE tourist visas with pre-payment document checks.
Source: VisaHQ NewsHey Raha
TechDubai · September 2026Hey Raha FZ-LLC launched an app that converts UAE school emails into a daily family plan via WhatsApp.
Source: EIN PresswireVerified AI
TechDubai · September 2026A new corporate AI enablement firm launched a programme rebuilding workflows to free staff hours.
Source: Khaleej TimesGolden Sands Estate
Real EstateDubai · September 2026A new AI-powered PropTech platform launched in Dubai combining AI models and real estate data infrastructure.
Source: Observer DubaiComera Finance
FintechAbu Dhabi · September 2026Comera Finance, part of Royal Group, began operations offering term loans and lending for UAE businesses and consumers.
Source: Khaleej TimesBonci (Culinary Loft Restaurant LLC)
F&BDubai · September 2026Rome's Gabriele Bonci opened his first Dubai pizza al taglio restaurant at Chef's Society, City Centre Mirdif.
Source: Dubai HorizonsMIMO Café
F&BDubai · September 2026A new Portuguese café, MIMO, opened at Mövenpick Hotel JLT serving pastel de nata and Delta coffee.
Source: Time Out DubaiAnne Klein UAE
RetailDubai · September 2026American fashion label Anne Klein opened its first UAE store at Silicon Central in Dubai Silicon Oasis.
Source: Dubai.newsVictoria's Secret The Beach JBR
RetailDubai · September 2026Victoria's Secret opened a new store at The Beach, JBR, its latest UAE waterfront retail location.
Source: Dubai.newsManna DIFC
F&BDubai · September 2026Smash-burger brand Manna opened its second Dubai location in DIFC alongside its Riyadh debut.
Source: Caterer Middle EastTathmeer Integrated Agri-Tech Innovation Centre
OtherSharjah · September 2026Tathmeer Agri Tech launched MENA's first integrated agri-tech innovation centre with SPARK in Sharjah.
Source: ZawyaCosmo Developments
Real EstateAbu Dhabi · September 2026A new joint-venture developer, Cosmo Developments, launched an AED6 billion mixed-use project on Yas Canal.
Source: Reportage GroupJETT (Musafir Holdings)
TechDubai · September 2026Musafir Holdings launched JETT, a standalone travel-tech business featuring an AI-integrated visa platform.
Source: ZawyaMiramira UAE
RetailAbu Dhabi · September 2026Spanish jewellery brand Miramira entered the UAE, opening its first store at Dalma Mall, Abu Dhabi.
Source: Gulf News Businessd'Alba Piedmont (noon)
RetailDubai · September 2026Korean skincare brand d'Alba Piedmont launched on noon in the UAE, expanding regional e-commerce presence.
Source: Business Today MEhalfhour
RetailDubai · September 2026Dubai founders launched halfhour, a fine jewellery brand focused on modern, stackable everyday pieces.
Source: The Lux JourneyGWC Group UAE subsidiaries
LogisticsDubai · September 2026GWC Group expanded its UAE platform, establishing two new subsidiaries serving trading and energy sectors.
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)Pierre Hermé Paris Marina Mall
F&BAbu Dhabi · September 2026French pâtissier Pierre Hermé opened his first UAE flagship all-day dining destination at Marina Mall.
Source: FACT MagazinesHoneypot Furniture UAE
RetailDubai · September 2026UK furniture retailer Honeypot opened its first Dubai showroom in Al Quoz for custom furniture.
Source: Khaleej TimesCyrano Maison Sociale Dubai
F&BDubai · September 2026Beirut's Cyrano Maison Sociale opened its first Dubai location at City Walk via Butlers & Co.
Source: Curly TalesBirkenstock Mall of the Emirates (localized store)
RetailDubai · September 2026Birkenstock and Apparel Group opened a newly designed, UAE-localized store concept at Mall of the Emirates.
Source: RetailBossKLEBER GROUP UAE
OtherDubai · September 2026International consulting and marketing agency KLEBER GROUP officially launched operations in the UAE.
Source: PR MENALi Auto UAE (Al Fahim Motors)
RetailAbu Dhabi · September 2026Al Fahim Motors launched Chinese EV brand Li Auto in the UAE with the Li L9 Livis SUV.
Source: Khaleej TimesSahm
FintechDubai · September 2026DFSA-regulated Sahm Financial launched a trading app letting UAE investors trade Saudi and US equities.
Source: DXBStartZAKH Renewable Energy and Engineering Manufacturing
EnergyRas Al Khaimah · September 2026ZAKH launched the UAE's first private full-cycle solar panel and BIPV manufacturing facility in RAKEZ.
Source: Gulf TodayArab Global Crypto Exchange (AGCX)
FintechAbu Dhabi · September 2026CMA-licensed Arab Global Crypto Exchange opened for trading, offering AED deposits and zero platform fees.
Source: GlobeNewswire via Markets InsiderAuntee
TechDubai · September 2026UAE-launched matchmaking app Auntee replaces swipe dating with AI voice interviews and curated introductions.
Source: Lana TimeAlRon
RetailAbu Dhabi · September 2026Al Ain sisters launched AlRon, an Emirati building-block toy brand recreating national symbols and aircraft.
Source: SceneNowStellaria
TechUAE · August 2026Geospatial AI startup, formerly Farmin, raised a $6.8 million seed round valuing it at $114.4 million.
Source: WamdadataHabibi
Real EstateDubai · August 2026Dubai startup launched an AI platform covering property prices, transactions and rental yields.
Source: AI PropTech NewsEpic Markets
FintechDubai · August 2026Multi-asset brokerage platform developer raised $10 million pre-seed funding led by Karatage.
Source: FinSMEsIPNation
MediaUAE · August 2026Arabic music and entertainment IP platform launched with investment from Influence Media Partners.
Source: MENA Startup DigestZand USDC infrastructure
FintechDubai · August 2026AI and blockchain-powered digital bank Zand expanded its stablecoin infrastructure to support USDC.
Source: ZandMZN Markets
RetailAbu Dhabi · August 2026Khalifa Fund launched MZN Markets, a retail ecosystem helping Emirati startups test and showcase products.
Source: Abu Dhabi Media OfficeAlif Holding
TechAbu Dhabi · August 2026Robo.ai and Eleven International Holdings formed Alif Holding, an industrial AI and robotics joint venture.
Source: IIGA NewsChristie's International Real Estate Abu Dhabi
Real EstateAbu Dhabi · August 2026Christie's International Real Estate launched a new Abu Dhabi agency amid record residential sales growth.
Source: PR NewswireMMD Mineral Sizing Middle East FZCO
OtherDubai · August 2026MMD Group opened a new regional office in Jumeirah Lake Towers to support Middle East mining customers.
Source: MMDVan Rees Global FZCO
OtherDubai · August 2026Tea trading group Van Rees opened a new Dubai office to strengthen its global coordination network.
Source: Van ReesSUMEAWORLD
LogisticsDubai · August 2026Sourcing group SUMEA opened a 12,000 sqm global trade and distribution hub in Jafza.
Source: The IntegratormyHQ Dubai
OtherDubai · August 2026Indian workspace platform myHQ expanded to Dubai, launching a guided business-setup service for founders.
Source: myHQ DigestUber-Baidu Apollo Go robotaxi service
TechDubai · August 2026Uber and Baidu launched a driverless Apollo Go robotaxi service on Dubai public roads via the Uber app.
Source: DisruptsDeep Finance Capital
FintechDubai · July 2026Launched as DIFC's first AI-native asset manager, regulated by the DFSA, spun out of Rasameel.
Source: Wamda1001
TechDubai · July 2026Sovereign AI company raised $30 million Series A led by Lux Capital for critical infrastructure.
Source: The AI InsiderDiabMart
HealthcareDubai · July 2026New digital platform combines diabetes care products with smart health technology and lifestyle support.
Source: ZawyaDOVAQ Real Estate
Real EstateDubai · July 2026AI-first real estate brokerage unveiled a data-driven property investment platform for the UAE.
Source: Khaleej TimesREVYN
RetailDubai · July 2026Launched the country's first zero-commission peer-to-peer resale marketplace for secondhand products.
Source: Arab FoundersMadar Media
MediaSharjah · July 2026New commercial and creative media arm of Sharjah Media City launched to develop creative content.
Source: Abu Dhabi NewsDhabi
FintechAbu Dhabi · June 2026New global digital banking venture launched at ADGM with a human-first design philosophy.
Source: ADGMNumi
FintechDubai · June 2026Emerged from stealth as the GCC's first AI-native personal finance management platform for consumers.
Source: WamdaCNTXT AI
TechUAE · June 2026Closed a $60 million Series A co-led by AI71 and BlueFive Capital to scale sovereign AI infrastructure.
Source: fwdstartCopper ME
FintechAbu Dhabi · June 2026Received in-principle approval from ADGM's FSRA for virtual asset custody and investment services.
Source: ADGMAqaree
Real EstateUAE · June 2026New UAE proptech platform launched to enhance property discovery and market transparency.
Source: Khaleej TimesCargoX
LogisticsUAE · June 2026Autonomous driverless delivery logistics startup raised $250 million led by BlueFive Capital.
Source: WamdaLuved
RetailDubai · June 2026New pre-loved marketplace launched by founder Shaima Sibtain as a circular-economy startup.
Source: Images RetailMEThe Hoxton Dubai
OtherDubai · June 2026Ennismore's Hoxton brand makes its Middle East debut with a Dubai Media City hotel and wellness club.
Source: EnnismoreKEZAD SME Hub
OtherAbu Dhabi · June 2026KEZAD Group announced an AED 112 million SME hub to launch and expand businesses in Abu Dhabi.
Source: AD Ports Group19Network
MediaUAE · June 2026Introduced an AI-powered newsroom covering business, real estate and technology news in the UAE.
Source: EIN PresswirePrepaire Labs
HealthcareAbu Dhabi · May 2026Healthtech company unveiled an AI-powered biological digital twin platform for predictive healthcare.
Source: Arab FoundersADDA
Real EstateUAE · May 2026Proptech firm launched rental management software for build-to-rent property operators.
Source: MENA Startup DigestRSA Cross-Border
LogisticsDubai · May 2026Spun off from RSA Global, the cross-border e-commerce logistics startup raised $1.5 million seed funding.
Source: MENA Startup DigestPeekabox
RetailUAE · May 2026App links consumers to end-of-day surplus food from over 1,000 UAE outlets at discounted prices.
Source: The NationalAl Selmiyyah Defence Industrial Free Zone
OtherAbu Dhabi · May 2026New Abu Dhabi defence-focused industrial free zone launched to accelerate local manufacturing.
Source: MENA Startup DigestBurjX
FintechAbu Dhabi · April 2026UAE-born digital asset brokerage expands multi-chain stablecoin infrastructure under ADGM regulation.
Source: Le LezardDrive EV
EnergyDubai · April 2026Launched the UAE's first AI-powered buyer intelligence platform to simplify electric vehicle purchases.
Source: Jazira NowProp-AI
Real EstateDubai · March 2026Proptech startup rolled out the Dubai Deal Index, a data platform tracking real estate transactions.
Source: MENA Startup DigestMovitOn
LogisticsDubai · March 2026Decentralised Web3 logistics platform closed a $2 million community pre-sale funding round.
Source: MENA Startup DigestPaquik
LogisticsDubai · February 2026Dubai crowdshipping startup Paquik raises $85K pre-seed to expand cross-border delivery platform.
Source: Arab FoundersDDSC stablecoin
FintechUAE · February 2026IHC, Sirius and FAB received approval to launch a UAE dirham-backed stablecoin called DDSC.
Source: The NationalUniversal (USDU)
FintechAbu Dhabi · January 2026Launched the UAE's first central bank-registered USD-backed stablecoin under payment token regulation.
Source: UniversalBarq
EnergyAbu Dhabi · January 2026Abu Dhabi Department of Energy and TAQA launched an ultra-fast EV charging network.
Source: Abu Dhabi Department of EnergyA47
MediaUAE · January 2026Secured $2 million pre-seed funding to launch an AI-native news platform built on verification agents.
Source: ArageekSerh Group
EnergyAbu Dhabi · December 2025Sheikh Hamdan bin Zayed launches Serh Group with an AED 2 billion agreement tied to ADNOC.
Source: ZawyaMr. Cricket UAE Media Group
MediaUAE · December 2025Danube Group launches Mr. Cricket UAE Media Group, the UAE's first cricket-focused digital media platform.
Source: Arab NewsTezukuri
F&BDubai · November 2025Tezukuri opens as Downtown Dubai's new temaki and listening bar from Kinoya's founder.
Source: Conde Nast Traveller Middle EastGllit
Real EstateDubai · November 2025Dubai proptech Gllit rolls out AI-powered suite enabling agent-free real estate transactions.
Source: MENA Startup DigestMartha Stewart Dubai stores
RetailDubai · November 2025Martha Stewart opens her first stand-alone branded retail stores worldwide in Dubai.
Source: WWDThe Bear House
RetailDubai · November 2025The Bear House opens its first international store in Dubai's Al Ghurair Centre with Omnis Group.
Source: Khaleej TimesSKIMS Middle East
RetailDubai · November 2025SKIMS opens its first permanent Middle East store at Mall of the Emirates.
Source: ZawyaAKI Logistics
LogisticsUAE · November 2025Al Khayyat Investments launches AKI Logistics, a new third-party logistics business unit.
Source: Gulf BusinessX-Technology
HealthcareDubai · November 2025UAE's X-Technology launches an AI-powered VR platform supporting cognitive and emotional health.
Source: ZawyaGlobeMedz
HealthcareDubai · November 2025GlobeMedz officially launches in Dubai offering integrated global healthcare solutions.
Source: EIN PresswireUPFRONT
FintechDubai · October 2025Dubai fintech UPFRONT raises $10M pre-seed to tackle SMB cash flow inefficiencies.
Source: The CatalystWoohoo
F&BDubai · October 2025Woohoo opens as Dubai's first-of-its-kind AI restaurant concept.
Source: What's OnMEI
F&BDubai · October 2025MEI opens at Jumeirah Mina Al Salam offering Chinese-Japanese dining with Burj Al Arab views.
Source: tbreakTartine et Chocolat Dubai
RetailDubai · October 2025Majid Al Futtaim opens Middle East's first Tartine et Chocolat boutique at Dubai Mall.
Source: Gulf NewsDaidu.ai
TechDubai · September 2025Dubai entrepreneur launches Daidu.ai to make AI adoption accessible for businesses and individuals.
Source: Gulf NewsSolus City
TechDubai · September 2025Dubai platform launches as UAE's first digital mall for verified business service providers.
Source: Khaleej TimesLuxury For You
RetailDubai · September 2025Dubai-born members-only e-tailer platform launches connecting shoppers to global designer brands.
Source: ZawyaUnlimits
TechDubai · September 2025Dubai design agency owner launches AI app for personal development goal-setting.
Source: Gulf NewsSharkup
TechDubai · September 2025Sharkup launches UAE's first fully digital business setup platform for entrepreneurs.
Source: Global Fintech SeriesTokinvest
FintechUAE · September 2025UAE tokenisation marketplace Tokinvest raises $3.2M pre-seed and secures VARA multi-asset licence.
Source: WamdaYUBI
F&BDubai · September 2025Chef Reif Othman opens YUBI, the UAE's first licensed homegrown handroll bar.
Source: What's OnQCD Money Market Fund
FintechDubai · September 2025QNB Group, Standard Chartered and DMZ Finance launch DIFC's first tokenised money market fund.
Source: Khaleej TimesLeucine Rich Bio Middle East
HealthcareDubai · September 2025Leucine Rich Bio launches Middle East unit in Dubai to tap the microbiome wellness market.
Source: TechGraphForevo
EnergyDubai · September 2025Forevo debuts in the UAE with an electric mobility and energy systems platform launch in Dubai.
Source: Construction Business News MEDPC Connect
MediaDubai · September 2025Dubai Press Club and Podeo launch the DPC Connect podcast platform during Dubai PodFest.
Source: Dubai Media OfficeXawiya Studios
MediaDubai · September 2025Dubai launches Xawiya Studios, the first generative-AI content creation studio and community in MENA.
Source: Gulf NewsKeeta
F&BDubai · September 2025Meituan-backed food delivery service Keeta launches in Dubai with debut discount promotions.
Source: HORECA Middle East & AfricaHolo
FintechUAE · August 2025Holo closes $22M funding round to scale UAE and Saudi homeownership fintech platform.
Source: Business WireAlaan
FintechDubai · August 2025AI-powered fintech Alaan raises $48M in one of MENA's largest Series A rounds.
Source: TechCrunchADIB Islamic Trade Opportunities Fund
FintechAbu Dhabi · August 2025ADIB Capital launches Islamic Trade Opportunities Fund targeting low-duration diversified trade markets.
Source: ADIBNXN
LogisticsDubai · August 20257X launches NXN, a digital-physical logistics and postal platform unveiled at Universal Postal Congress.
Source: Logistics Middle EastWaslah Post
LogisticsDubai · August 20257X launches Waslah Post, described as the world's first digital marketplace aggregator, in Dubai.
Source: ZawyaRoomy Finder
Real EstateDubai · August 2025Roomy Finder app launches in Dubai to simplify the shared accommodation rental market.
Source: Finance360Deed
Real EstateDubai · July 2025DFSA-regulated proptech Deed launches fractional Dubai real estate investment starting from AED 500.
Source: MENA Startup DigestWealthbrix Capital Partners
FintechDubai · June 2025Wealthbrix Capital Partners launches independent wealth management firm from DIFC.
Source: INTLBMPricelessMed
HealthcareDubai · June 2025PricelessMed launches in Dubai and Sharjah offering healthcare savings through variety and value.
Source: Gulf NewsAzizi Energy
EnergyDubai · June 2025Dubai-based Azizi Group launches Azizi Energy arm to develop power projects in emerging markets.
Source: Khaleej TimesGainz
FintechUAE · May 2025UAE fintech Gainz closes seven-figure pre-seed round to expand SME lending solutions.
Source: WamdaMubadala Bio
HealthcareAbu Dhabi · May 2025Mubadala launches national champion Mubadala Bio to build life sciences manufacturing capacity.
Source: MubadalaEnercap
EnergyAbu Dhabi · May 2025Enercap, an Apex Investment subsidiary, launches UAE-made advanced batteries eyeing European markets.
Source: Emirates News Agency (WAM)Meedaf
FintechAbu Dhabi · April 2025ADCB unveils Meedaf, a new entity aimed at revolutionizing GCC finance.
Source: ADCBSpeakUp
TechDubai · April 2025SpeakUp launches in Dubai, an app connecting speakers and event organisers without agencies.
Source: eWEErythingRoyal Rapchee
MediaDubai · March 2025Royal Rapchee OTT streaming platform launches in Dubai with a Dh50 million investment.
Source: Khaleej TimesGetProp
Real EstateUAE · February 2025AI-powered real estate marketplace GetProp launches in the UAE with verified listings.
Source: Khaleej TimesSai Dubai
Real EstateDubai · February 2025Seqoon launches Sai Dubai, the UAE's first AI real estate assistant for buyers and brokers.
Source: GlobeNewswireMediaClub.app
MediaDubai · February 2025MediaClub.app launches an all-in-one media platform for Middle East content creators in Dubai.
Source: AP NewsAIR (AI Realtor)
Real EstateDubai · January 2025AIR launches as a UAE-born fully AI-driven real estate brokerage platform.
Source: ZawyaEXERGY
EnergyAbu Dhabi · January 2025UAE launches EXERGY, an international energy investment venture announced at Abu Dhabi Sustainability Week.
Source: The Middle East ObserverSureSpace
TechDubai · January 2025SureSpace social networking app launches in Dubai aiming to counter the doomscrolling epidemic.
Source: Zawya