Justin Smith, managing director at Ansarada/Image: Supplied
Ansarada, a global firm dealing in virtual data room (VDR) technology, has announced its further expansion into the Middle East, bringing AI-powered dealmaking solutions designed to support the region’s ongoing economic transformation.
According to Ansarada’s Q2 2025 market analysis, the UAE recorded 24 deals worth a total of $1.9bn during the quarter. Activity was strongest in energy and natural resources, financial services, and technology—sectors that highlight Dubai’s emergence as a global AI hub and its role in driving record levels of cross-border investment.
The company has built a solid footprint in the region, working with corporates, advisors, government agencies and sovereign funds, including a major energy company. Since 2018, Ansarada has maintained local data storage in the UAE, positioning it to provide faster, tailored support for dealmakers navigating high-stakes transactions.
“UAE is entering one of the most ambitious economic transformations in history and dealmakers need technology that can match that scale,” said Justin Smith, managing director at Ansarada. “By continuing to expand our footprint here, we’re not only offering faster, more localised support, we’re giving companies and advisors the tools to move with certainty, unlock international capital and help facilitate the region’s growth agenda. Our role is to provide the infrastructure for confident decision-making in a market that’s rewriting the future of investment.”
Arie Maree, head of growth, Middle East & Africa, added: “Our AI-powered platform simplifies due diligence and helps advisors and companies make smarter, faster calls on complex deals. As Dubai solidifies its position as a global hub for innovation and cross-border transactions, we’re proud to provide the technology infrastructure that empowers growth and supports the UAE’s economic vision.”
Ansarada’s VDRs are designed not just for secure storage, but to deliver predictive insights that allow dealmakers to identify risks and opportunities early. With 97 per cent predictive accuracy and 24/7 monitoring of behavioural patterns, the platform offers clients a competitive advantage.
“Ansarada has localised document storage in UAE, giving customers flexibility and peace of mind, without compromising on security. It means you have complete confidence that you’re complying with regional legislation, with the power of our global team behind you,” said Smith.
As the only top-tier VDR provider offering data-at-rest in the Middle East since 2018, Ansarada combines enterprise-grade security with regional infrastructure, tailored features and pricing for local clients.
With Dubai cementing its status as both a global AI hub and gateway to the wider Gulf, Ansarada’s AI-powered platform arrives at a pivotal moment—helping dealmakers simplify cross-border transactions, manage regulatory complexity, and secure transformative deals shaping the UAE’s future economy.
