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96% of UAE Companies Set to Invest Heavily in Cloud Technology

 

A recent survey in the field shows that 96% of the firms in the UAE will spend big on the cloud technology in the coming year, this showing that a lot of firms are moving quickly toward digital-first business plans. At the same time, 89% of firms said they made real profits from their use of artificial brain power in the last two years.

The data comes from a global survey of over 2,400 technology leaders, including participants from 70 UAE-based firms with annual revenues exceeding $250 million.

Key Takeaways of Cloud Technology

Cloud Adoption Surging
Cloud technologies—especially “everything as a service” (XaaS)—have become a core focus, with nearly all UAE executives confirming plans to migrate workloads and expand cloud-based services in the near future.

AI Powers Business Growth
About 73% of UAE respondents said AI was “essential” to their business growth, and over 2/3 plan to use or grow AI-enabled tools for their analytics, automation, and customer experience.

Cybersecurity Becomes Essential
With more threat of ransomware and data thefts, 63% of businesses say they will increase their cybersecurity spend. Making cyber defenses stronger is now a top strategic goal for all industries.

Barriers to Navigate
While the complex rules of rules and the fear of over-spending still exist (71% and 74%), the number of companies who think this will slow them down is very small (14%).

Sector-Specific Advances

• Financial Services: The use of blockchain for safe transactions and stopping fraud is becoming a very common use of this new tech.
• Healthcare: Telemedicine and AI-powered diagnostics are transforming care delivery.
• Smart Cities: Cities like Dubai and Abu Dhabi are advancing 5G infrastructure to support smart mobility and sustainability goals.

The Talent Gap and AI’s Role
Shortage of Skilled Professionals: Over half (56%) of respondents reported difficulty hiring top-tier tech talent. Companies are addressing this by investing in workforce training and partnering with educational institutions.

AI Filling the Gaps: Around 70% believe AI technologies are effectively compensating for talent shortages by streamlining tasks and enhancing productivity.

UAE’s Digital Future Is Bright:

These findings highlight the UAE’s strong commitment to innovation-led growth. With cloud, AI, and cybersecurity emerging as the foundational pillars of enterprise success, companies across the region are aggressively preparing for a smarter, more agile future.

As digital transformation accelerates, the need for dependable cloud providers and cybersecurity partners continues to rise. Businesses that embrace these technologies early are poised to gain a competitive edge in both regional and global markets.

The UAE is not only adapting to the digital age—it’s leading it.