Dubai’s in5 incubator has raised over AED 9 billion in start-up funding, reflecting strong growth and innovation under the D33 economic vision.
DUBAI: Start-ups nurtured by Dubai’s leading incubator, in5, have collectively raised more than AED 9 billion in funding, marking a major achievement in the emirate’s entrepreneurship landscape. The announcement was made during the 10th anniversary edition of Expand North Star 2025, held at Dubai Harbour from 12 to 15 October.
The funding milestone represents a 14% increase since October 2024 and showcases the strong momentum within in5’s ecosystem. Operated by TECOM Group PJSC, in5 has been a cornerstone of Dubai’s innovation strategy since its launch in 2013, supporting over 1,100 start-ups across sectors including technology, media, design, and science.
Majed Al Suwaidi, Senior Vice President at TECOM Group, highlighted in5’s role in shaping a vibrant innovation economy aligned with Dubai’s Economic Agenda D33. “Each success story within our ecosystem contributes to shaping a brighter global future from Dubai,” he said.
in5 provides sector-specific infrastructure and advisory support, with in5 Tech located at Dubai Internet City, in5 Media at Dubai Production City, in5 Design at d3, and in5 Science at Dubai Science Park. During H1 2025, in5 hosted 94 community events offering mentorship, networking, and training opportunities for start-ups.
Recent funding highlights include AED 22 million raised by Halo AI, AED 5.5 million by Wittify AI for Arabic conversational AI, and AED 1.8 million by Armoir for its premium luggage platform. in5’s Investor Hub connects founders directly with angel investors and VCs, further fuelling start-up growth.
With its presence at Expand North Star 2025 and a legacy of two decades in enabling business innovation, in5 remains a critical player in advancing Dubai’s entrepreneurial future.
