Dubai, United Arab Emirates: innovation profile

Dubai is number 146 in the 311 Innovation Cities Index, with an innovation score of 38. It is home to 6 R&D labs, 2 startups, 13 investors and 2 of the world's largest companies in the 311 Institute directories.

Part of the 311 Innovation Cities Index (311institute.com). Last updated 7 October 2026.

Largest companies

• VEON Ltd. (#1386)
• Kyivstar Group Ltd. (#2863)

Startups

• ALTA Blockchain Labs
• Bybit

Investors

• Alcazar Energy Management Services L.l.c-FZ
• Audeo Advisors
• BECO Capital
• Global Ventures
• Investment Corporation of Dubai
• Niya Partners
• P2 Ventures
• R136 Ventures Uae
• Razor Aptos
• Razor GP 2
• Samena Capital Investments
• Strattners
• Vy Capital

R&D labs

Central Veterinary Research Laboratory, Dubai Future Foundation, Emirates NBD, Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research, UAE government, UAE government.