What Happened

Hub71 startups in Abu Dhabi have raised $2.7 billion since 2019, with $599 million secured in 2025 alone. The ecosystem now includes 390 startups, generating $1.5 billion in cumulative revenue.

Who Is Affected

This impacts startups, investors, and corporate partners within Hub71’s ecosystem, particularly those in sectors like AI, ClimateTech, Digital Assets, and Life Sciences.

Market Impact

• Abu Dhabi’s startup ecosystem is diversifying the emirate’s economy.
• Hub71’s international partnerships are expanding market access for startups.
• Sector-focused initiatives like Hub71+ Life Sciences are driving innovation.

What to Watch

Monitor Hub71’s Immersion Programme and its growing international partnerships, which are attracting startups from markets like Hong Kong, Japan, and the US.