Dubai Internet City has contributed AED 100 billion to Dubai’s GDP over the past 15 years, according to a newly released impact assessment study conducted in collaboration with Accenture. The report highlights the role of the region’s leading tech hub in shaping the digital economy, facilitating over 125,000 technology jobs, and supporting global AI pioneers.
A Key Driver of Dubai’s Digital Economy
Since its launch in 1999, Dubai Internet City has played a pivotal role in advancing the UAE’s knowledge economy, aligning with initiatives such as the Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’. Today, the district contributes 65% of Dubai’s technology sector GDP and continues to foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and global partnerships.
Ammar Al Malik
Executive Vice President of Commercial at TECOM Group and Managing Director of Dubai Internet City
Ammar Al Malik emphasized the district’s commitment to tech-driven economic growth:
“Dubai Internet City has enabled both the regional digital economy and disruptive innovation for more than 25 years. Our ecosystem supports AI companies, global talent, and entrepreneurs, helping to accelerate sustainable prosperity in line with the vision of Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’.”
Key Findings of the Impact Assessment Report
- More than 125,000 jobs created across the digital economy.
- AED 1.6 billion invested in training and talent development.
- Over 4,000 companies operating in the district, including multinational giants, Fortune 500 firms, and startups.
- More than 31,000 professionals working in Dubai Internet City.
- AED 8 billion in funding raised by startups and entrepreneurs, with success stories including Careem and Souq.
- Nineteen R&D centers established by global tech leaders such as IBM, 3M, Ericsson, and Cisco.
A Hub for Global Innovation and AI Leadership
Dubai Internet City has fostered a pro-innovation environment by bringing together technology professionals from over 150 countries. With seamless access to more than 200 government and corporate smart services through TECOM Group’s axs portal, businesses in the district benefit from operational efficiency and ease of doing business.
The study highlights the district’s commitment to inclusivity, with women comprising over 25% of the workforce. Additionally, since 2021, the number of women-led startups in in5 Tech, TECOM Group’s tech incubator, has doubled.
The City has hosted over 800 industry events since 2021, strengthening its position as a global knowledge-sharing hub. The district’s community includes leading technology firms such as Oracle, SAP, Dell, Amazon, Google, Tencent, Huawei, Mastercard, and Visa.
A Pillar of Dubai’s Economic Future
As part of TECOM Group’s 10 sector-focused business districts, Dubai Internet City continues to drive technological advancement alongside Dubai Media City, Dubai Knowledge Park, Dubai Design District (d3), and others.
With two and a half decades of success, Dubai Internet City remains at the forefront of digital innovation, ensuring Dubai’s position as a leading global tech hub.
