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UAE ranks first globally in GEM 2025-2026 entrepreneurship report
The United Arab Emirates maintained its global lead in entrepreneurship for the fifth consecutive year, ranking first in the Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (GEM) 2025-2026 report. The report says the UAE remains the best environment worldwide for starting and operating new businesses, outperforming many advanced economies.
India says its startup ecosystem has become the world’s third largest
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said India now has the third-largest startup ecosystem globally, with more than 2.3 lakh recognized startups. He highlighted the rise of entrepreneurship in tier-2 and tier-3 cities and the growing participation of women and young founders.
UAE’s entrepreneurship leadership reinforces the Gulf’s startup momentum
The UAE’s continued No. 1 ranking in GEM underscores the country’s pro-business reforms, access to capital, and supportive regulatory environment. Its sustained performance is likely to keep attracting founders and investors looking for a stable launchpad in the region.
India’s startup growth is being driven beyond metro cities
Modi emphasized that India’s startup boom is no longer limited to major urban centers, with strong momentum now visible in smaller cities. That broader geographic spread suggests a deeper pipeline of entrepreneurs and a more distributed innovation base.
Women and youth are playing a larger role in India’s startup wave
The Economic Times report notes that India’s entrepreneurial expansion is increasingly inclusive, with active participation from women and younger founders. This trend may help diversify startup sectors and broaden access to opportunity across the country.
Global entrepreneurship rankings highlight policy as a competitive advantage
The GEM report’s result for the UAE shows how government policy can materially improve startup conditions. Supportive frameworks, business formation ease, and investor confidence are emerging as key differentiators in global startup competition.
Startup ecosystems are increasingly judged on scale and quality
India’s recognition as the world’s third-largest startup ecosystem reflects not just the number of startups, but also ecosystem depth. Large startup counts, national support programs, and growth outside major hubs are becoming central indicators of entrepreneurial strength.
Tech ecosystem mapping remains central to startup visibility
Dealroom describes itself as a source of record on startups, innovation, high-growth companies, venture capital, and tech ecosystems globally. As founders and investors seek clearer benchmarks, ecosystem data platforms continue to shape how startup markets are tracked and compared.
Regional startup support organizations continue expanding local business infrastructure
Ann Arbor SPARK highlights ongoing economic development services and resources for companies, reflecting how local ecosystem builders support entrepreneurship. These organizations help startups access networks, events, and practical assistance as they scale.
AI, data, and specialized startup categories remain active in funding pipelines
Y Combinator’s current startup directory shows continued activity in categories such as Big Data. The steady flow of accelerator-backed companies suggests investor interest remains strong in infrastructure and data-oriented startup segments.