Data.Dubai

3.4 Million

Population of Dubai

4.1%

Information and communication technology (ICT) sector contribution to GDP

84.0%

Customer Happiness index for the Government of Dubai for the Year 2020

1st

UAE Rank in the Arab region in Online Service Index (OSI) of the UN E-Government Survey in 2020

What is Data.Dubai?

Data.Dubai portal brings together official statistics, open and shared datasets, and advanced analytics tools within an integrated environment designed to support data-driven decision-making. It enables seamless data browsing, extraction, and exchange within clear governance frameworks, enhances collaboration, and supports the city’s vision for a smarter, AI-ready future.

By consolidating data assets across entities within a unified institutional framework, Data.Dubai contributes to economic growth, accelerates digital transformation, and strengthens Dubai’s position as a global leader in the data economy. The portal empowers government entities, businesses, researchers, and the wider community with accurate and up-to-date information, fostering innovation and supporting sustainable socio-economic development.

Through this integrated approach, Data.Dubai advances the Emirate’s vision of building an AI-enabled ecosystem that is ready to meet future challenges and opportunities.

Data.Dubai is managed by the Dubai Data and Statistics Establishment (DDSE) under the supervision of Digital Dubai. DDSE is responsible for harnessing the power of data to support Dubai’s digital economy.

Key Features of Data.Dubai

Data.Dubai is designed to serve as a primary driver of innovation and informed decision-making through the following components:

Official Statistical Reference: The central source for approved statistics and key indicators that shape Dubai’s future.

Open Data Portal: A cornerstone of the data economy, providing downloadable datasets, for public use to support research, innovation, and economic growth.

Data Exchange: An advanced technical environment that manages data flow and facilitates secure data sharing between government and private entities within governance frameworks that ensure privacy and security.

Advanced Analytics and Foresight Tools: Comprehensive business intelligence tools, including APIs, survey and questionnaire tools, interactive dashboards, real-time data, and advanced visualization technologies that transform raw data into strategic insights.

Resource Library: A knowledge hub offering specialized educational content to develop data and statistical skills for professionals and youth alike, including simplified educational videos, statistical guides, legal references, and specialized publications that strengthen data literacy.

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