Startups UAE is a directory and discovery platform for the United Arab Emirates’ startup ecosystem, connecting founders, investors, talent, partners, and journalists across the MENA region. Its database features more than 986 startups, along with founder profiles, funding information, and insights into the country’s innovation landscape. Visitors can browse ventures by industry, funding stage, and Emirate, with coverage spanning Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, and Fujairah. Categories include e-commerce, fintech, real estate, AI and deep tech, health technology, sustainability, travel technology, and logistics.

The platform helps founders submit a free startup listing, which is reviewed by the team, then showcased in directory, category, and city pages. Profiles are designed to support discovery and include search-optimized information; founders can also track views and investor saves. Investors can filter companies, follow funding rounds, and contact founders directly. Startups UAE also publishes articles and ecosystem updates covering venture capital, startup formation, and regional trends.