Virtual data room (VDR) provider Ansarada has announced its further expansion into the Middle East, a move it says is designed to support the region’s economic transformation with AI-powered dealmaking tools. It also shared market analysis from the company showing a rise in M&A activity in the United Arab Emirates.
According to Ansarada’s Q2 2025 market data, the UAE recorded 24 deals during the quarter, with a total transaction value of $1.9billion. The report identified the energy and natural resources, financial services, and technology sectors as being particularly active.
Ansarada has been operating in the region and working with a range of clients, including corporations, government agencies, and sovereign funds. A key part of its infrastructure is local data storage, which the company has maintained in the UAE since 2018.
AI-powered tools for dealmakers
Ansarada’s platform uses AI to provide predictive insights that help dealmakers identify risks and opportunities during transactions. The company reports that its platform monitors behavioural patterns and demonstrates 97 per cent predictive accuracy.
Justin Smith, managing director at Ansarada, commented on the expansion: “UAE is entering one of the most ambitious economic transformations in history and dealmakers need technology that can match that scale. 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.”
Arie Maree, head of growth for the Middle East & Africa at Ansarada, also 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.”
Localised infrastructure and compliance
A significant aspect of Ansarada’s offering in the region is its local data storage capability. As the only top-tier VDR provider offering data at rest in the Middle East since 2018, Ansarada aims to provide clients with confidence that they are complying with regional data legislation.
“Ansarada has localised document storage in UAE, giving customers flexibility and peace of mind, without compromising on security,” said Smith.
The company’s expansion is timed to coincide with Dubai’s growing role as a global AI hub and a gateway to the wider Gulf region. Ansarada stated that its platform is designed to assist dealmakers in navigating complex regulations and simplifying cross-border transactions, thereby supporting the transformative deals that are shaping the UAE’s economic future.
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