Abu Dhabi AI Sector Rises 61% in One Year
Between June 2023 and June 2024, Abu Dhabi’s AI sector expanded by 61%, reaching 673 companies, with 150 new firms registered between January and June 2025.
Abu Dhabi’s artificial intelligence sector recorded a 61% rise in activity between June 2023 and June 2024, bringing the total number of companies to 673, according to data from the Abu Dhabi Chamber. Between January and June 2025 alone, 150 new AI firms emerged.
This increase has made Abu Dhabi the fastest expanding AI hub in the Middle East and North Africa, with its share of the world’s 90,904 AI companies showing a notable increase. Over 58% of AI firms focus on innovation, research or consultancy, supported by a network of institutions, universities and tech councils.
The rise is supported by infrastructure and talent investments, along with the development of research bodies that back applied uses in multiple sectors. As stated in their 2025-2028 roadmap, the Abu Dhabi Chamber hopes to link the emirate's expanding AI community with global markets and promote entrepreneurship.
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