Dubai Future District Fund

Dubai Future District Fund is a venture capital firm established in 2021 and located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The firm specializes in investing in new economy companies, particularly within the technology sector, to support the growth and diversification of Dubai's economy. Its primary objective is to enhance startup and venture capital investment, thereby fostering business activity in Dubai and the surrounding region. By focusing on innovative industries, the fund aims to contribute to job creation and the development of essential skills for future generations. Additionally, the Dubai Future District Fund plays a vital role in accelerating initiatives that build ecosystem capacity, further positioning Dubai as a hub for emerging technologies and business opportunities.

Nader AlBastaki

Managing Director

Tiffany Bain

Principal, Portfolio Development

Sharif El-Badawi

CEO

Amer Fatayer

Investment Director

Karim Konsowa

Investment Associate

Dana Labin

Principal

AbdulBasit Qayed

Principal

Sushant Shenoy

Principal

Mahmoud Ward

Principal, Ecosystem Development

Past deals in Middle East

Iyris

Series A in 2024
Iyris Advanced Desert Greenhouses specializes in agriculture glazing, focusing on enhancing crop production in the challenging climates of the Middle East. The company collaborates with leading glass manufacturers to offer ultra-clear glazing equipped with advanced anti-reflective and light diffusive coatings. Additionally, Iyris develops agroclimatic technologies that integrate climate control, plant science, and intelligent control systems. This approach aims to create sustainable food production in water-scarce regions, effectively reducing both the carbon and water footprints of local farming. By designing innovative agricultural technologies tailored for harsh environments, Iyris enables farmers to grow food with fewer resources, ultimately lowering costs and improving crop yields.

Holo

Funding Round in 2024
Holo is the Middle East’s first digital property buying platform, transforming the homebuying process with an integrated, end-to-end digital solution. With advanced algorithms, Holo matches customers with the optimal mortgage product tailored to their financial needs and connects them with over 2,500 real estate agents via The Hub. With a user-friendly, 24/7 interface, users can seamlessly apply, upload documents, and track progress on any connected device. Recognized in the 2020 Wamda X cohort, Holo is revolutionizing home financing in the UAE—achieving monthly loan GMV exceeding AED 1 billion.

MoneyHash

Seed Round in 2024
MoneyHash provides access to payment and fintech services across the Middle East & Africa with one simple integration.

Holo

Seed Round in 2023
Holo is the Middle East’s first digital property buying platform, transforming the homebuying process with an integrated, end-to-end digital solution. With advanced algorithms, Holo matches customers with the optimal mortgage product tailored to their financial needs and connects them with over 2,500 real estate agents via The Hub. With a user-friendly, 24/7 interface, users can seamlessly apply, upload documents, and track progress on any connected device. Recognized in the 2020 Wamda X cohort, Holo is revolutionizing home financing in the UAE—achieving monthly loan GMV exceeding AED 1 billion.
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