Global Ventures

Global Ventures is an international venture capital firm, investing in founders and ideas across emerging markets. The Global Ventures team is a diverse, collaborative, talented, and curious group of professionals who, combined, have years of experience and expertise building and scaling companies.

Mohamed Alaadin

Senior Associate

Sacha Haider

Principal

Mona Khan

Associate

Basil Moftah

General Partner

Said Murad

Operating Partner

Noor Sweid

Founder and Managing Partner

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Rabbit mart

Seed Round in 2025
At Rabbit, we plan to change how the world shops. Retail has witnessed one revolution before with the introduction of E-Commerce that changed how customers order stuff and the second revolution is here! We are proud to be among the pioneers, a handful of global entrepreneurs that are leading and shaping the retail's second revolution We are funded by amazing VCs that are helping us build the next big thing You feel it is vague? that's intended as we are still building in stealth. but trust us, it is COOL!

Locad

Series B in 2024
Locad is a logistics provider that supports e-commerce brands in the Asia-Pacific region by offering a cloud-based supply chain solution. Its technology platform enables seamless inventory synchronization across various online sales channels and facilitates end-to-end order fulfillment through a network of warehouses and carriers in countries such as Singapore, the Philippines, Thailand, Hong Kong, and Australia. By leveraging a geographically distributed warehousing infrastructure, Locad allows brands to store products closer to their customers, resulting in quicker delivery times and reduced shipping costs. The platform provides easy integration with sales channels and offers on-demand capacity, making it adaptable to the varied needs of clients. With hundreds of brands utilizing its services, Locad aims to enhance shipping efficiency, lower expenses, and support significant business growth.

Zinc Money

Seed Round in 2024
Zinc Money provides fast and secure international money transfers, specializing in helping students and individuals send money from India. With the convenience of UPI integration, users can now transfer funds abroad effortlessly. Zinc Money offers quick and affordable money transfer solutions for education, travel, and everyday expenses with transparent fees and strong security. Whether you need to send money internationally or manage global transactions, Zinc simplifies the process, making it an ideal choice for users transferring money from India.

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.

Allub Home

Series A in 2024
At Allub Home, we believe finding your dream property should be an exciting and seamless experience, whether you’re a developer, an agent, or a homebuyer. We’re a dynamic real estate marketplace designed to bridge the gap between developers, agencies, agents, and consumers, creating a unified platform where the search for property is simple, transparent, and efficient. For developers and agencies, Allub Home provides a powerful tool to showcase new projects and existing properties to a broad audience. We offer advanced features to help you present your listings in the best light, connecting you with potential buyers in a competitive market. For real estate agents, our platform serves as a comprehensive marketplace, helping you expand your reach and engage with more clients. With our intuitive interface, you can easily manage listings, connect with leads, and close deals faster. For homebuyers and renters, Allub Home makes the search for your perfect property easier than ever. With detailed listings, virtual tours, and real-time availability updates, you can explore a wide variety of homes, from new developments to resale properties, all from the comfort of your device. At Allub Home, we’re committed to simplifying the real estate journey for everyone involved. Whether you’re looking to sell, buy, or rent, our platform is here to make the process smarter, faster, and more convenient. Welcome to Allub Home — your trusted partner in the world of real estate.

Maalexi

Seed Round in 2024
Maalexi is a risk management platform designed to support small agri-businesses engaged in cross-border trade. It provides a proactive ecosystem that helps local exporters, processors, and producers enhance their sales and achieve more predictable profit margins in international markets. By addressing key trade risks—such as counter-party, legal, quality and quantity, documentation, delivery, and payment—Maalexi ensures that these transactions are secure and bankable. The platform leverages proprietary risk data capturing tools, advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning applications, and blockchain-based technologies to offer embedded risk and trade finance solutions. With a focus on automation, Maalexi minimizes transactional costs, enabling users to securely conduct even the smallest trades with thorough due diligence and complete visibility. The company's mission is to strengthen global food security by democratizing cross-border trade for small food and agri-businesses.

Hakbah

Series A in 2023
Hakbah Fintech is a prominent startup based in Saudi Arabia that specializes in financial savings through a unique social savings model. The company aims to transform how individuals save and access funds by offering a digital platform that facilitates both business-to-consumer and business-to-business-to-consumer solutions. Its application allows users to create or join savings groups, enabling them to save collaboratively with others. Users can participate in various time-based savings plans and customize their saving options. Payments for installments can be made using debit cards, and users have the flexibility to withdraw funds to their bank accounts when it is their turn to receive the pooled savings. Hakbah's mission is to simplify the savings process and make it accessible to everyone, empowering individuals to take control of their financial habits in a hassle-free manner.

Immensa

Series B in 2023
Immensa is a company focused on transforming the spare parts supply chain for the energy industry through digital inventory services. It specializes in additive manufacturing, employing three-dimensional printing strategies and rapid prototyping to create on-demand spare parts. By collaborating with leading original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and energy companies, Immensa facilitates the transition to digital warehousing, allowing clients to manage their inventories more effectively and efficiently. The company also identifies and qualifies new materials for parts and engages in reverse engineering, enabling a more economically viable approach to spare parts management in the global oil and energy sectors.

dru

Seed Round in 2023
dru is the Middle East and Africa's (MEA) first patient-centric, digitally-enabled lifestyle and diabetes management platform. dru aids the prevention and management of Diabetes, Pre-diabetes, and Obesity- serving millions in Egypt and across MEA and harnessing cutting-edge technology and an extensive network of providers. By using dru's app, users can keep track and continuously monitor their blood sugar and blood pressure levels. dru users also have a full and organized record of their medications, lab and radiology results by logging them all in dru’s digital logbook intended for all types of medical records. One of the very unique features of dru is that it can connect its users to a wide array of monitoring devices, including continuous glucose monitoring. The insight dru users have access to as a result of dru’s features enables them to attain full 360 degree visibility over their health and state of wellbeing. dru’s round-the-clock medical support team are also available through the in-app's chat feature to answer all user queries and to connect users with a wide network of providers that are specialized in their cases. dru is now available for users, patients and patient caregivers to download on the Apple Store and on Google Play. dru was launched in 2023 by Almouneer, the leading digital transformation platform revolutionizing healthcare for patients and doctors across MEA.

Almouneer

Seed Round in 2023
Healthcare, Diabetes, Practice Management, Technology

Clearblow

Seed Round in 2023
Clearblow is a health technology company.

Democrance

Venture Round in 2023
Democrance is an insurance technology company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing software that facilitates the distribution, servicing, and administration of insurance policies across the Middle East and Northern Africa. The company focuses on providing insurance solutions to underinsured and uninsured populations in emerging markets, offering a range of products from micro-insurance to traditional policies. Democrance's platform enables low-income families to access life and health insurance programs conveniently through mobile devices, while also providing essential industry expertise, project management, customer management, and claim management services.

Helium Health

Series B in 2023
Helium Health focuses on transforming healthcare in Africa by providing a comprehensive suite of software tools for hospitals and clinics. The company develops an electronic health record platform that simplifies patient record management and hospital operations. Its services include digitizing medical records, managing appointments and prescriptions, and facilitating medical billing through a user-friendly interface accessible from any device. Additionally, Helium Health offers customizable forms, trend monitoring, alert triggers, and report generation, enabling healthcare providers to enhance their practice efficiency and improve patient care. By leveraging technology, Helium Health aims to establish the largest healthcare data exchange in Africa, contributing to a modern and affordable healthcare system.

Hakbah

Seed Round in 2023
Hakbah Fintech is a prominent startup based in Saudi Arabia that specializes in financial savings through a unique social savings model. The company aims to transform how individuals save and access funds by offering a digital platform that facilitates both business-to-consumer and business-to-business-to-consumer solutions. Its application allows users to create or join savings groups, enabling them to save collaboratively with others. Users can participate in various time-based savings plans and customize their saving options. Payments for installments can be made using debit cards, and users have the flexibility to withdraw funds to their bank accounts when it is their turn to receive the pooled savings. Hakbah's mission is to simplify the savings process and make it accessible to everyone, empowering individuals to take control of their financial habits in a hassle-free manner.

Yodawy

Series B in 2023
Yodawy Inc. is an online pharmacy and insurtech startup based in Giza, Egypt, founded in 2018. The company offers a mobile app that allows customers to browse and order pharmaceuticals and personal care products, with delivery facilitated through a network of over 500 pharmacies across the country. Yodawy's platform features an artificial intelligence-powered approval engine that streamlines the medicine ordering process, automatically applying insurance and copayment benefits from four major insurance carriers, with plans to onboard additional providers. Additionally, Yodawy provides a digital prescription app and a pharmacy portal, enhancing the overall experience for patients seeking convenient access to medications and healthcare products.

Classera

Series A in 2022
Classera is an education management system and ed-tech platform established in 2011 by Mohammad Alashmawi and Mohammad Almadani in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in providing learning management systems tailored for K-12 students. Its platform includes a range of features such as a student information system, student attendance tracking, social learning capabilities, a grade book, and a transcript management system. These tools are designed to enable users to effectively manage their educational records and facilitate personalized learning experiences. Classera aims to support the development of students by offering a comprehensive set of resources that cater to their educational needs.

Zid زد

Series B in 2022
Zid is an e-commerce in a box - solution that any retailer can use to start their eRetail. Zid helps them to build their own eStores (with their own name and identity) and integrates them with the supply chain players to enable them to manage and with ease. The company aims to enable the retail sector to enter the world of electronic retail in an easy and professional. Zid was founded in 2017 and based in Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia.

ELEVATUS

Series A in 2022
Hire at enterprise scale without enterprise complexity. Since 2019, Elevatus has been rigorously implementing the latest in AI technology and modern science to design award-winning recruiting solutions that are revolutionizing the future of HR. Through these solutions, hundreds of companies from all over the world have been able to hire and assess over 1 million candidates to date. Elevatus helps enterprises, industry giants, startups, and brands from all around the globe centralize their core HR processes under one unified umbrella – to create a faster and more cost-efficient hiring experience. Today, Elevatus is a multi-award-winning software company headquartered in Saudi Arabia; with a growing client base, first-class awards, and legions of talented people in our team.

Remedial Health

Seed Round in 2022
Remedial Health operates as a wholesale distributor of medicine, catering to the vast network of approximately one million pharmacies and hospitals across Africa. The company addresses the prevalent inefficiencies in the healthcare supply chain, where providers often depend on open-air markets to acquire pharmaceuticals, leading to risks of counterfeit products. By offering a pharmacy operations and procurement management platform, Remedial Health enhances business-to-business access to medications. This platform incorporates technology that simplifies the ordering process and facilitates direct access to retail medicines from manufacturers or distributors, thereby improving workflow management and ensuring a more reliable supply of genuine medications for healthcare providers.

Nexford University

Series A in 2022
Nexford University is an online higher education institution founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C. It offers degree programs and courses designed to meet the demands of various industries, including technology, business, and healthcare. The university focuses on providing quality, affordable education that aligns with the needs of global employers, utilizing a curriculum informed by the skills most sought after in the job market. Nexford caters to students in multiple countries, such as the United States, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Egypt, and emphasizes flexible learning options to accommodate diverse learners. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the institution enhances its educational offerings to prepare students for success in a global workplace.

Subsbase

Seed Round in 2022
SubsBase is a cloud-based platform that specializes in subscription and billing management for businesses operating on a recurring revenue model. It offers a comprehensive suite of operational, analytics, and billing tools designed to simplify the management of subscriber lifecycles. By automating tasks related to payment processing, subscription management, and invoicing, SubsBase enables businesses to tailor their offerings, including plans and pricing, to meet specific customer needs. This user-friendly platform enhances operational efficiency, allowing companies to focus on their core products and services while effectively managing their subscriber base.

Cartona

Series A in 2022
Cartona is a B2B e-commerce marketplace that connects buyers and sellers across the supply chain. It directly connects retailers with suppliers, wholesalers, and producing companies. The platform enables retailers to browse, compare, and order their merchandise, saving time, money, and effort in their daily operations.

Supy

Seed Round in 2022
Supy is a business-to-business software provider that specializes in enhancing transaction efficiency between restaurants and their suppliers. The company's order processing system enables restaurants to effectively manage their purchasing activities by facilitating communication with all suppliers. Supy's platform allows users to place orders seamlessly and provides real-time insights to assist in informed purchasing decisions. This functionality helps restaurants minimize waste and optimize both time and costs associated with their procurement processes.

Neol

Seed Round in 2022
Neol is the new (and easy) way of learning and building together in a decentralized future. At Neol, we convene creative individuals, innovators, and change pioneers on web 3 to learn, work and shape futures together. To do this, we are building a decentralized and tokenized cohort-based learning and innovation services platform, powered by a curated global creative community.

Proximie

Series C in 2022
Proximie Inc. is a health technology company based in Bedford, Massachusetts, that specializes in a telehealth platform designed for virtual surgical assistance. Founded in 2016 by Nadine Hachach-Haram, Proximie's platform enables surgeons to remotely observe and guide complex surgical procedures using augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. This technology allows expert surgeons to connect with their peers globally, sharing knowledge and skills in real-time, regardless of their physical location. The platform is adaptable, compatible with various devices and software used in operating rooms, and can function effectively even in low bandwidth environments. Proximie aims to enhance surgical practices by democratizing access to expert guidance and fostering collaboration among medical professionals.

Klasha

Seed Round in 2022
Klasha is a global technology company established in 2021 by Jess Anuna, focused on facilitating seamless financial transactions to and from emerging markets. The company offers a platform and APIs that enable businesses to collect and send payments, as well as hold various currencies, including exotic and hard currencies. Klasha's infrastructure supports enterprise-level clients in managing their cross-border payments efficiently. By allowing international merchants to accept payments from Africa using local payment methods, Klasha enhances the ease of online transactions for customers, enabling them to transact conveniently from their homes. With the capability to handle over 120 currencies, Klasha aims to save merchants both time and money in their payment processes.

Hive

Seed Round in 2022
Hive is a distributed cloud storage and computing platform that weaves idle storage and computing capacities from the community to provide a 77% greener and more trust-worthy alternative to traditional centralized data centers. It was founded by serial entrepreneur French engineer David Gurle.

Paymob

Series B in 2022
Paymob is a digital payments enabler based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2015. The company focuses on building payment infrastructure technologies that enhance financial inclusion in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. By providing integrated payment services, Paymob helps businesses of all sizes transition from cash to electronic payments, thereby unlocking new opportunities and efficiencies. Its software aims to minimize the risks associated with fraud and theft while speeding up money circulation. By empowering underserved communities with access to a variety of electronic payment and money transfer options, Paymob plays a crucial role in bridging the financial inclusion gap in the region.

Abhi

Series A in 2022
Abhi is a financial wellness platform based in Pakistan that offers employees the ability to access salary advances based on their accrued wages. Founded in 2021, the platform allows users to withdraw a portion of their earned income directly into their bank accounts, addressing immediate financial needs without hidden fees. In addition to salary advances, Abhi provides services such as invoice factoring and payroll processing, aimed at facilitating timely payments for employees. This solution not only supports individual financial health but also helps employers streamline processes within their HR and finance departments, ultimately improving overall workplace efficiency.

Altibbi

Series B in 2022
Altibbi is a digital health platform that offers tools and information to provide access to health advice 24/7 anywhere through its website and apps.

Lucky

Series A in 2022
Lucky is a financial services company that operates an app designed to enhance the shopping experience through credit products, discounts, and cashback rewards. The app allows users to search for and coordinate their shopping, payments, and savings, providing access to cashback rewards of up to 50% from various merchants. With a mission to transform shopping, payment, and savings in the Middle East and North Africa, Lucky has successfully connected over six million users since its launch. By partnering with both local and global brands, the app enables customers to easily access credit and save on their purchases, both in-person and online.

Udenz

Debt Financing in 2022
Udenz is a dental healthcare engagement platform for dentists and patients.

Sympl

Seed Round in 2021
Sympl is a fintech company that offers a "save now, pay later" service, allowing merchants to sell directly to consumers through short-term, interest-free payment plans. This service provides customers with greater flexibility at checkout, enabling them to manage their cash flow more effectively while maintaining their lifestyle. By allowing customers to make payments in three to five installments—weekly, biweekly, or monthly—Sympl enhances their ability to manage expenses without incurring interest or hidden fees. The platform not only benefits consumers by promoting better financial management but also helps e-retailers increase sales volumes and conversion rates.

Thndr

Seed Round in 2021
Thndr is a financial services company based in Cairo, Egypt, that operates an app-based investment platform designed to facilitate commission-free trading for investors. Established in 2020 by Seif Amr, Thndr offers features such as no account minimums, easy account setup, and streamlined funding processes. The platform provides users with access to real-time market data and the latest financial news, along with educational tools to enhance their investment experience. By eliminating traditional barriers to entry in investing, Thndr aims to empower individuals to make informed financial decisions.

AlgoDriven

Series A in 2021
AlgoDriven is an automotive data platform that helps car dealers, classifieds, banks and insurance companies accurately identify and price used cars. Car dealers use our patented mobile app, EvalExpert to appraise their cars, while enterprise clients access our platform through our APIs

Cartona

Seed Round in 2021
Cartona is a B2B e-commerce marketplace that connects buyers and sellers across the supply chain. It directly connects retailers with suppliers, wholesalers, and producing companies. The platform enables retailers to browse, compare, and order their merchandise, saving time, money, and effort in their daily operations.

Vivoo

Venture Round in 2021
Vivoo is the world’s first at-home health tracker that uses urine tests to provide personalized lifestyle and nutritional advice based on your results. Vivoo tracks Vitamin C, Salinity, Oxidative Stress, Calcium, pH, Hydration and Ketones. You can get your results in just 60 seconds in the comfort of your home. Take the wheel with your health and wellness journey now - we are here for you every step of the way. The company was founded in 2017 and is based in San Francisco, California.

Tabby

Series B in 2021
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers payment solutions for online purchases. It operates a platform that provides customers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with a buy now, pay later option, allowing them to make payments for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or through multiple installments. This service aims to enhance financial flexibility, enabling consumers to manage their spending more effectively while ensuring safe payment transactions. Through its innovative approach, Tabby seeks to reshape the relationship individuals have with their finances, promoting a more accessible shopping experience.

Leo Cancer Care

Series B in 2021
Leo Cancer Care is focused on revolutionizing cancer radiation therapy by offering a treatment system designed to enhance patient experience and outcomes. Founded in Australia, the company leverages global research that highlights the benefits of upright patient positioning during treatment. This innovative approach shifts the traditional paradigm of machine rotation to patient rotation, allowing for a more controlled and efficient therapy process. The system integrates advanced 3D imaging and precise radiation beam management, ensuring that the appropriate amount of energy is delivered to targeted tissues. By streamlining cancer treatment and connecting patients to centralized care centers, Leo Cancer Care aims to reduce both the physical discomfort and costs typically associated with chemotherapy and radiation therapy, ultimately putting patients in control of their treatment journey.

Arrow Labs

Series A in 2021
Arrow Labs is a mobility software manufacturer based in Dubai, specializing in niche applications and mobility solutions for various industries. The company's flagship product, the Arrow Labs MIMS, serves as an advanced mobility platform tailored for the modern workforce. By leveraging machine learning, process automation, and workforce optimization technology, Arrow Labs develops workforce management solutions designed to enhance the management of field resources through smart technology wearables and services. Their modular system caters to sectors such as facility management, hospitality, logistics, security, and transport, enabling clients to improve operational efficiencies, boost productivity, and lower operating costs. Arrow Labs' experience in creating and architecting critical medium and large-scale solutions positions them as a key player in the mobility software market.

Democrance

Venture Round in 2021
Democrance is an insurance technology company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2015. It specializes in developing software that facilitates the distribution, servicing, and administration of insurance policies across the Middle East and Northern Africa. The company focuses on providing insurance solutions to underinsured and uninsured populations in emerging markets, offering a range of products from micro-insurance to traditional policies. Democrance's platform enables low-income families to access life and health insurance programs conveniently through mobile devices, while also providing essential industry expertise, project management, customer management, and claim management services.

TeamApt

Series B in 2021
TeamApt is a financial technology company that develops digital banking and payment platform for financial transactions. It offers an end-to-end omnichannel digital banking service called Moneytor Digital Banking, enabling banks to offer retail, merchant, and corporate banking services through digital channels, Aptpay for automation of digital banking business operations, settlements, reconciliations, and tracks digital transformation processes with web and mobile interfaces. TeamApt was founded in 2015 and is headquartered in Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria.

Minly

Seed Round in 2021
Minly Ltd is an online platform that connects celebrities with their fans by offering personalized experiences, such as video shoutouts, direct messages, and voice notes. Founded in 2020 and based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Minly allows fans to book unique interactions with their favorite actors, musicians, athletes, and influencers. This service enables fans to celebrate special occasions, including birthdays and anniversaries, with personalized messages from celebrities. Additionally, Minly engages in social responsibility by partnering with local non-profit organizations that focus on feeding and community development initiatives in the region. The platform serves users in the Middle East and globally through its website and mobile applications.

Nexford University

Seed Round in 2021
Nexford University is an online higher education institution founded in 2017 and based in Washington, D.C. It offers degree programs and courses designed to meet the demands of various industries, including technology, business, and healthcare. The university focuses on providing quality, affordable education that aligns with the needs of global employers, utilizing a curriculum informed by the skills most sought after in the job market. Nexford caters to students in multiple countries, such as the United States, the Philippines, Nigeria, and Egypt, and emphasizes flexible learning options to accommodate diverse learners. By leveraging artificial intelligence, the institution enhances its educational offerings to prepare students for success in a global workplace.

Red Sea Farms

Series A in 2021
Red Sea Farms, based in Thuwal, Saudi Arabia, specializes in sustainable agriculture solutions tailored for arid environments. The company focuses on developing innovative technologies that enable greenhouse and hydroponic farms to cultivate high-quality produce while minimizing water and energy consumption. This approach not only enhances food production efficiency but also promotes sustainability and cost savings for farmers. In addition to its proprietary technologies, Red Sea Farms offers consultancy services, providing expert technical advice on the design and project management of saltwater-based and desert agricultural systems. Through its diverse range of products and services, the company aims to address the challenges of agriculture in water-scarce regions.

Mamo

Series A in 2021
Mamo is a fintech startup based in Dubai, UAE, specializing in payment and financial solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It is the first fintech company licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority to provide money services, enabling it to offer a diverse range of financial services. Mamo's flagship product, Mamo Business, serves as an alternative to traditional business banking, functioning as a financial operating system tailored to the needs of SMEs. The platform incorporates essential components such as payments, spend management, and analytics, facilitating efficient financial operations. Mamo's application allows businesses to accept payments in multiple currencies, issue virtual cards, manage expenses, and integrate with e-commerce platforms. Its customer base includes a variety of sectors, including B2B service providers, tourism, healthcare, wellness, and retail, helping to streamline financial processes and enhance analysis of spending habits.

Proximie

Series B in 2021
Proximie Inc. is a health technology company based in Bedford, Massachusetts, that specializes in a telehealth platform designed for virtual surgical assistance. Founded in 2016 by Nadine Hachach-Haram, Proximie's platform enables surgeons to remotely observe and guide complex surgical procedures using augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. This technology allows expert surgeons to connect with their peers globally, sharing knowledge and skills in real-time, regardless of their physical location. The platform is adaptable, compatible with various devices and software used in operating rooms, and can function effectively even in low bandwidth environments. Proximie aims to enhance surgical practices by democratizing access to expert guidance and fostering collaboration among medical professionals.

Aingel

Series A in 2021
Aingel is an analytics platform that leverages artificial intelligence to identify promising startups and connect them with suitable venture capitalists. The platform features an interactive dashboard and a VC match report that assesses both startups and investors based on over one hundred criteria, including historical data, to facilitate informed investment decisions. By streamlining the fundraising process, Aingel helps founders connect with investors who have a genuine interest in their business ideas and sectors. The platform is utilized by top data-driven venture capital firms, banks, and fintech companies through its APIs, enhancing their capabilities in startup discovery and analysis. Founded in 2016, Aingel is based in San Jose, California.

Aingel

Debt Financing in 2021
Aingel is an analytics platform that leverages artificial intelligence to identify promising startups and connect them with suitable venture capitalists. The platform features an interactive dashboard and a VC match report that assesses both startups and investors based on over one hundred criteria, including historical data, to facilitate informed investment decisions. By streamlining the fundraising process, Aingel helps founders connect with investors who have a genuine interest in their business ideas and sectors. The platform is utilized by top data-driven venture capital firms, banks, and fintech companies through its APIs, enhancing their capabilities in startup discovery and analysis. Founded in 2016, Aingel is based in San Jose, California.

Paymob

Series A in 2021
Paymob is a digital payments enabler based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2015. The company focuses on building payment infrastructure technologies that enhance financial inclusion in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. By providing integrated payment services, Paymob helps businesses of all sizes transition from cash to electronic payments, thereby unlocking new opportunities and efficiencies. Its software aims to minimize the risks associated with fraud and theft while speeding up money circulation. By empowering underserved communities with access to a variety of electronic payment and money transfer options, Paymob plays a crucial role in bridging the financial inclusion gap in the region.

Zid زد

Series A in 2021
Zid is an e-commerce in a box - solution that any retailer can use to start their eRetail. Zid helps them to build their own eStores (with their own name and identity) and integrates them with the supply chain players to enable them to manage and with ease. The company aims to enable the retail sector to enter the world of electronic retail in an easy and professional. Zid was founded in 2017 and based in Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia.

Nowpay

Seed Round in 2021
NowPay, Inc. is a fintech company based in Cairo, Egypt, that aims to enhance the financial wellness of corporate employees. Established in 2018, it offers an online platform that enables employees to manage personal finances, including budgeting, spending, and borrowing. Through its mobile application, users can access detailed information about their salaries, account balances, and potential loan amounts. NowPay collaborates with employers to provide employees with the option to receive advance salary payments at any time during the month, allowing for repayment over multiple months without additional liabilities. This service not only aids employees in times of financial need but also helps corporations improve employee satisfaction, productivity, and loyalty.

Tarabut

Seed Round in 2021
Tarabut Gateway is the first and largest regulated Open Banking platform in the MENA region, facilitating connections between banks and FinTechs through a universal application programming interface (API). By enabling seamless data flow, Tarabut Gateway promotes collaboration and innovation within the financial sector, resulting in improved products and services for consumers. The platform supports the development and distribution of personalized financial solutions, contributing to a more integrated and agile financial services ecosystem in the region.

Elsa

Series B in 2021
ELSA is an advanced language learning platform focused on enhancing English pronunciation through artificial intelligence and speech recognition technology. It offers a comprehensive suite of features, including an AI Tutor that provides a realistic conversational experience and real-time feedback. Users benefit from personalized learning paths, speaking lessons, and preparation for tests and interviews. The platform's innovative Speech Analyzer allows learners to record their speech and receive detailed performance assessments, along with tailored tutorial plans to improve their skills. By addressing phoneme-level pronunciation errors, ELSA empowers users to speak English fluently and confidently.

BENX Digital Asset Exchange

Series A in 2021
Benx.io offers an OTC crypto brokerage platform where users can buy and sell BTC, ETH and USDT, as well as other digital assets. Our team provides a white glove service to all clients.

Buseet

Convertible Note in 2021
Buseet Corporation is a shared mobility startup based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2016. The company operates an online bus platform that simplifies the process of booking bus rides for daily commuters. Users can select their pickup and drop-off points, utilize saved locations for convenience, and pay via credit card. Buseet's platform offers the option to find nearby stations and provides personalized recommendations to help users optimize their travel plans. The service features air-conditioned buses with fixed routes and times, ensuring a comfortable commuting experience. Additionally, Buseet offers customer support to assist users in planning their daily commutes efficiently.

Tabby

Series A in 2020
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers payment solutions for online purchases. It operates a platform that provides customers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with a buy now, pay later option, allowing them to make payments for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or through multiple installments. This service aims to enhance financial flexibility, enabling consumers to manage their spending more effectively while ensuring safe payment transactions. Through its innovative approach, Tabby seeks to reshape the relationship individuals have with their finances, promoting a more accessible shopping experience.

Thndr

Funding Round in 2020
Thndr is a financial services company based in Cairo, Egypt, that operates an app-based investment platform designed to facilitate commission-free trading for investors. Established in 2020 by Seif Amr, Thndr offers features such as no account minimums, easy account setup, and streamlined funding processes. The platform provides users with access to real-time market data and the latest financial news, along with educational tools to enhance their investment experience. By eliminating traditional barriers to entry in investing, Thndr aims to empower individuals to make informed financial decisions.

Giblib

Funding Round in 2020
Giblib is a California-based company founded in 2015, headquartered in Los Angeles. It operates an online video community platform that serves as a resource for medical education, specifically targeting surgical procedures across various specialties. The platform allows surgeons to share curated medical lectures and surgical videos, providing valuable insights into surgical techniques and practices. By indexing every surgical procedure, Giblib enables medical students and practitioners to access high-quality educational content from experienced professionals, enhancing their understanding of medicine and surgery.

Udenz

Convertible Note in 2020
Udenz is a dental healthcare engagement platform for dentists and patients.

Paymob

Venture Round in 2020
Paymob is a digital payments enabler based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2015. The company focuses on building payment infrastructure technologies that enhance financial inclusion in the Middle East and Africa (MEA) region. By providing integrated payment services, Paymob helps businesses of all sizes transition from cash to electronic payments, thereby unlocking new opportunities and efficiencies. Its software aims to minimize the risks associated with fraud and theft while speeding up money circulation. By empowering underserved communities with access to a variety of electronic payment and money transfer options, Paymob plays a crucial role in bridging the financial inclusion gap in the region.

Altibbi

Funding Round in 2020
Altibbi is a digital health platform that offers tools and information to provide access to health advice 24/7 anywhere through its website and apps.

Lean Technologies

Seed Round in 2020
Lean Technologies Limited, founded in 2019 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, is a FinTech startup that specializes in providing an application programming interface (API) platform for financial data applications. The company's API suite simplifies access to consumer financial data, allowing businesses to navigate the complexities of financial infrastructure with ease. By enabling seamless access to customers' financial information and facilitating instant bank transfers, Lean Technologies aims to enhance the accessibility, transparency, and utility of financial data and payments. This approach fosters a more inclusive and interconnected financial landscape, ultimately benefiting both consumers and businesses.

Ogram

Seed Round in 2020
Ogram is a Dubai-based company that offers an on-demand staffing platform designed to address the manpower needs of various industries, including food and beverage, hospitality, retail, e-commerce, and logistics. By acting as a freelance marketplace, Ogram connects temporary workers with businesses seeking immediate staffing solutions. The platform streamlines the process of staff placement, scheduling, and coordination, allowing clients to efficiently manage their staffing requirements. Ogram addresses common staffing challenges, such as limited access to reliable personnel, lengthy onboarding processes, and the need for immediate staff availability, thereby enhancing operational efficiency for its clients.

Helium Health

Series A in 2020
Helium Health focuses on transforming healthcare in Africa by providing a comprehensive suite of software tools for hospitals and clinics. The company develops an electronic health record platform that simplifies patient record management and hospital operations. Its services include digitizing medical records, managing appointments and prescriptions, and facilitating medical billing through a user-friendly interface accessible from any device. Additionally, Helium Health offers customizable forms, trend monitoring, alert triggers, and report generation, enabling healthcare providers to enhance their practice efficiency and improve patient care. By leveraging technology, Helium Health aims to establish the largest healthcare data exchange in Africa, contributing to a modern and affordable healthcare system.

Mamo

Seed Round in 2020
Mamo is a fintech startup based in Dubai, UAE, specializing in payment and financial solutions for small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs). It is the first fintech company licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority to provide money services, enabling it to offer a diverse range of financial services. Mamo's flagship product, Mamo Business, serves as an alternative to traditional business banking, functioning as a financial operating system tailored to the needs of SMEs. The platform incorporates essential components such as payments, spend management, and analytics, facilitating efficient financial operations. Mamo's application allows businesses to accept payments in multiple currencies, issue virtual cards, manage expenses, and integrate with e-commerce platforms. Its customer base includes a variety of sectors, including B2B service providers, tourism, healthcare, wellness, and retail, helping to streamline financial processes and enhance analysis of spending habits.

elmenus

Series B in 2020
Elmenus is a food discovery platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2011. The company operates a digital application that allows users to explore nearby restaurants and discover popular dishes, enhanced by community-generated content including photos, reviews, and ratings. Catering to over one million monthly users, Elmenus combines a social and visual experience to facilitate food discovery and ordering. It has expanded its presence with offices in several Egyptian cities, including Alexandria and Sharm El Sheikh. The platform's focus on personalized recommendations helps users find and enjoy the food they love, making it a significant player in Egypt's food tech landscape.

spiderSilk

Seed Round in 2020
spiderSilk Security is a cybersecurity firm based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2019. The company specializes in simulating advanced cyberattacks to help organizations strengthen their security defenses. By combining proprietary machine-driven technology with the expertise of ethical hackers, spiderSilk enhances its capability to identify security vulnerabilities in applications across both public and internal infrastructures. Their methodologies enable impactful simulations that have potential implications for millions of individuals. In addition to its simulation services, spiderSilk offers advisory services that provide organizations with critical insights into security weaknesses and recommend best practices for improvement. The firm continuously monitors assets and attack surfaces to ensure comprehensive protection against emerging threats.

Aingel

Seed Round in 2019
Aingel is an analytics platform that leverages artificial intelligence to identify promising startups and connect them with suitable venture capitalists. The platform features an interactive dashboard and a VC match report that assesses both startups and investors based on over one hundred criteria, including historical data, to facilitate informed investment decisions. By streamlining the fundraising process, Aingel helps founders connect with investors who have a genuine interest in their business ideas and sectors. The platform is utilized by top data-driven venture capital firms, banks, and fintech companies through its APIs, enhancing their capabilities in startup discovery and analysis. Founded in 2016, Aingel is based in San Jose, California.

Kitopi

Series B in 2019
Kitopi is a Kitchen as a Service (KaaS) platform that facilitates the establishment of delivery-only restaurant locations by offering managed kitchen infrastructure and software solutions. Founded in 2018 by Mohamad Ballout, Saman Darkan, Bader Ataya, and Andy Arenas, Kitopi operates a network of over 60 cloud kitchens across the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain. The company enables restaurateurs to minimize capital expenditure and streamline operations by providing essential services such as management, call assistance, delivery management, trained staff, and specialized technology. Although Kitopi expanded into the United States in 2019, it exited the market following the onset of the pandemic.

Floranow

Series A in 2019
Floranow operates an online marketplace designed to connect flower and plant growers with buyers, primarily targeting the Middle East. The platform facilitates transactions between flower farms and flower shops or importers, streamlining the process for both suppliers and customers. By utilizing innovative technology, Floranow optimizes the supply chain for fresh flowers, ensuring that growers can sell their products easily while buyers receive high-quality flowers. The company focuses on maintaining a cool chain for the management and supply of flowers, enhancing freshness and quality throughout the distribution process.

MUNCH:ON

Series A in 2019
MUNCH:ON is a food tech startup that has cracked the subscription space in the UAE & KSA, focusing on offering meals from the best restaurants at a significant discount and with free delivery. The company has invested heavily in its scheduling, bundling and order prediction software which has enabled it to achieve massive cost savings for its restaurant partners that they then pass on to their users, often offering up to a 55% discount vs. restaurants' regular price. Whether it's employees ordering from their company's curated menu or users ordering for their families at home, the platform takes the usual hassle and cost out of food delivery in a financially (and environmentally) sustainable manner for all stakeholders

Proximie

Series A in 2019
Proximie Inc. is a health technology company based in Bedford, Massachusetts, that specializes in a telehealth platform designed for virtual surgical assistance. Founded in 2016 by Nadine Hachach-Haram, Proximie's platform enables surgeons to remotely observe and guide complex surgical procedures using augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. This technology allows expert surgeons to connect with their peers globally, sharing knowledge and skills in real-time, regardless of their physical location. The platform is adaptable, compatible with various devices and software used in operating rooms, and can function effectively even in low bandwidth environments. Proximie aims to enhance surgical practices by democratizing access to expert guidance and fostering collaboration among medical professionals.

Buseet

Funding Round in 2019
Buseet Corporation is a shared mobility startup based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2016. The company operates an online bus platform that simplifies the process of booking bus rides for daily commuters. Users can select their pickup and drop-off points, utilize saved locations for convenience, and pay via credit card. Buseet's platform offers the option to find nearby stations and provides personalized recommendations to help users optimize their travel plans. The service features air-conditioned buses with fixed routes and times, ensuring a comfortable commuting experience. Additionally, Buseet offers customer support to assist users in planning their daily commutes efficiently.

HolidayMe

Series C in 2018
HolidayMe is an online travel portal founded in 2013 and operates under the registered trademark of Traveazy DMCC, with its headquarters in Dubai, UAE. The company provides a comprehensive travel booking platform that offers a range of services, including holiday planning, hotel bookings, customized travel packages, and booking vouchers. With a presence in multiple countries, including India, Saudi Arabia, and Egypt, HolidayMe caters to both B2B and B2C markets, featuring products such as Umrah and leisure packages. The platform is designed to streamline the travel experience, allowing customers to easily select and book their desired holiday destinations through various payment methods. HolidayMe has received multiple accolades and recognition within the travel and startup community, highlighting its commitment to delivering exceptional service and innovative solutions in a competitive market.

Commit Device Protection (CDP)

Series A in 2018
Mobile warranty and insurance for the MEA region

Mumzworld

Series B in 2018
Mumzworld.com is the leading e-commerce platform in the Middle East focused on products for mothers, babies, and children, serving over 2 million customers across the MENA region and shipping to more than 20 countries. The platform features an extensive catalog of over 200,000 items from more than 2,000 global and regional brands, making it a comprehensive resource for mothers seeking unique and essential products. Users can conveniently search, compare, and purchase a wide range of childcare items, educational toys, and maternity products, supported by detailed information and reviews to aid decision-making. Recognized as a pioneer in the e-commerce landscape for mothers, Mumzworld.com has partnered with major FMCG brands and secured exclusive distribution rights for numerous products, enhancing its offerings and solidifying its reputation as a vital online resource for families.

Arrow Labs

Series A in 2018
Arrow Labs is a mobility software manufacturer based in Dubai, specializing in niche applications and mobility solutions for various industries. The company's flagship product, the Arrow Labs MIMS, serves as an advanced mobility platform tailored for the modern workforce. By leveraging machine learning, process automation, and workforce optimization technology, Arrow Labs develops workforce management solutions designed to enhance the management of field resources through smart technology wearables and services. Their modular system caters to sectors such as facility management, hospitality, logistics, security, and transport, enabling clients to improve operational efficiencies, boost productivity, and lower operating costs. Arrow Labs' experience in creating and architecting critical medium and large-scale solutions positions them as a key player in the mobility software market.

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