Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Doubles Oraseya Capital Fund to $272 Million
The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority has doubled the size of its venture capital fund, managed by Oraseya Capital, from AED 500 million to AED 1 billion ($136 million to $272.2 million). The capital boost is designed to expand support for high-growth tech companies and advance the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33.
The increased capital allows Oraseya Capital to broaden its investment mandate to back businesses at every stage, including growth rounds beyond Series B, while maintaining its backing for early-stage startups. The firm has consistently led venture activity in the United Arab Emirates, ranking as the country's most active investor by deal count for three consecutive years through the first half of 2026.
Moving forward, the expanded fund aims to help promising startups grow from Dubai into regional and international markets. Investors will be tracking how the firm deploys its additional capital into scale-ups and future-focused sectors across the Middle East.
Key points
- The Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority expanded Oraseya Capital's fund from AED 500 million to AED 1 billion ($272.2 million).
- The fund will expand its mandate to invest in companies at all growth stages, including funding beyond Series B.
- Oraseya Capital ranked as the top venture investor by deal count in the UAE for three consecutive years through H1 2026.
- The move aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33, to build a global hub for technology and future industries.
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Why did Dubai Integrated Economic Zones double the Oraseya Capital fund?
The fund was doubled to AED 1 billion ($272.2 million) to support high-growth companies beyond Series B and advance the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33.
What investment stages does Oraseya Capital target?
Oraseya Capital supports startups across all growth phases, ranging from early-stage founders to growth rounds past Series B.