UAE Investors Increase AI and Software Holdings During Market Dip
Investors in the United Arab Emirates increased their exposure to artificial intelligence and technology stocks during the recent market downturn, signaling confidence in long-term digital growth despite regional tensions. Data from eToro showed that UAE users boosted holdings in software and AI infrastructure companies during the first quarter, choosing to buy the dip rather than reduce overall risk.
Analyst Josh Gilbert said investors became more selective in their strategies, focusing on long-term opportunities rather than shifting to a broad risk-off approach. Several major companies recorded strong increases in investor holdings, including ServiceNow, Super Micro Computer, Adobe and Oracle, highlighting continued demand for AI-related infrastructure despite market pressure.
Crypto Exposure Remains Strong as Gulf Tech Strategy Faces Conflict Risks
Crypto linked investments also remained resilient, with Strategy Inc. ranking as the eighth-most-held stock among UAE investors, indicating ongoing exposure to digital asset markets. Regional tensions involving Iran created volatility and raised concerns about risks to data centers, logistics networks and cross-border technology projects.
An April 13 report from Deutsche Bank stated that demand for artificial intelligence, cybersecurity and sovereign digital infrastructure in the Gulf is more likely to strengthen than weaken. With sovereign wealth funds controlling about $5 trillion globally in 2025 and Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority continuing to expand regulatory guidance, the region remains positioned to advance its ambitions as a global hub for AI and crypto innovation.
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