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Dallas startup ecosystem
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Dealroom’s profile covers the Dallas metro and lists a population of 7.6 million; this is a metro-level figure, not a population figure for Dallas city. (Claim 17762)
The Dallas Regional Chamber’s 2025 guide describes activity in AI, biotech, fintech, and advanced manufacturing across DFW. It also situates a Dallas collaboration cluster around Pegasus Park and UT Southwestern, linking health and life sciences with venture capital. (Claims 17767, 17768)
StartupBlink’s 2026 index places the Dallas-Fort Worth metro twelfth in North America and twenty-eighth globally, and reports a score of 40.629 and annual ecosystem growth of 14.4%. These are metro-level measures reported by the index. (Claims 17765, 17766)
Dallas Innovates reported that Dallas-based hotel technology company OpenKey was acquired by Canary Technologies. The report says OpenKey was founded in 2014 and built mobile access technology for hospitality venues. (Claims 17770, 17771)
Startup ecosystem standing
Where Dallas ranks
| Ranking | Edition | Position | Since last edition | Trust | What it measures |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Global Cities Index | 2026 | #17 | No prior edition | B | Performance, Growth, Talent, Competitiveness, Business Climate |
 Global Startup Ecosystem Index (cities) | 2025 | #27 | No prior edition | B | Ecosystem, Activity, Finance, Business Climate |
 Global Startup Ecosystem Report (GSER) | GSER 2026 | #27 | Up 11 | C | Ecosystem, Performance, Finance, Talent, Innovation |
 Global Innovation Index: Innovation Cluster Ranking (formerly Science and Technology Clusters) | 2026 | #63 | Down 2 | B | Innovation, Research, Activity |
405 organizations with a profile
Who's based in Dallas
Investors 371
Investor
InvestorInvesting in the future of technology and healthcare.
InvestorBespoke liquidity solutions and growth capital for sports and entertainment.
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Accelerators 14
AcceleratorHealth Wildcatters is a healthcare startup accelerator based in Dallas, Texas, focused on supporting early-stage healthcare entrepreneurs through…
AcceleratorInnovative seed accelerator for tech startups.
AcceleratorCross-border venture accelerator and strategic advisory firm.
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Incubators 12
IncubatorEmpowering artists through resources and community.
IncubatorA greenhouse for small performing arts groups.
IncubatorBringing ambitious ideas to life.
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Venture studios 8
Venture studioCreating impact-driven ventures through technology.
Venture studioBuilding and scaling innovative brands.
Venture studioStrategic excellence meets innovative solutions.
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What the sources say about Dallas
The reported Cydelphi seed syndicate was led by Glasswing Ventures with three participating investors.
Source: Dallas Cybersecurity Startup Cydelphi Emerges from Stealth with $3M Seed FundingCydelphi builds AI-native digital forensics and incident response software.
Source: Dallas Cybersecurity Startup Cydelphi Emerges from Stealth with $3M Seed FundingOpenKey, founded in 2014, built mobile access technology for hospitality venues.
Source: Dallas-Based OpenKey Acquired by San Francisco's Canary TechnologiesDallas Innovates reported the acquisition of Dallas-based hotel technology company OpenKey by Canary Technologies.
Source: Dallas-Based OpenKey Acquired by San Francisco's Canary TechnologiesThe guide situates a Dallas collaboration cluster around Pegasus Park and UT Southwestern, linking health and life sciences with venture capital.
Source: The Innovation EcosystemThe 2025 regional guide describes activity in AI, biotech, fintech, and advanced manufacturing across DFW.
Source: The Innovation Ecosystem
Questions about Dallas
How does Dallas rank as a startup ecosystem?
Dallas is #27 of 1,473 in StartupBlink Index (cities) (2025). It appears in 4 published rankings; the table above lists each one.
How many startup investors are based in Dallas?
371 investors based in Dallas have a profile here, including P10, Inc., PFL Capital and Arctos. The real number is higher.
Are there accelerators or incubators in Dallas?
Yes. Dallas has 14 accelerators, 12 incubators and 8 venture studios on record, including Health Wildcatters, The Cedars Union and Novel Ventures.
Geographic proximity
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