Panthera Capital Investments

Panthera Capital Investments is a venture capital and private equity firm located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and serves as the investment subsidiary of Fujairah Holding. The firm focuses on direct investments in early-stage, high-growth technology startups led by visionary founders in emerging markets, particularly in the MENA region and India. Its venture capital activities emphasize sectors such as fintech, consumer digital, enterprise technology, and sustainable systems, providing seed and growth capital to foster innovation. In addition, Panthera engages in private equity investments in mature businesses within strategic sectors, including metals and mining, shipping, and logistics. The firm also explores opportunities in real estate and infrastructure related to oil and gas, hospitality, education, healthcare, and manufacturing. Panthera aims to attract and facilitate innovation and investment in Fujairah and the broader UAE, collaborating with portfolio companies to leverage its strategic network for mutual growth.

Sonali Goila

General Manager and Head of Investments

4 past transactions

VUZ

Series B in 2022
VUZ is a prominent immersive social application that specializes in delivering XR and Metaverse digital experiences, enhancing the realism of virtual interactions. Launched in 2017, the company operates from offices in Los Angeles, Dubai, and Riyadh. VUZ offers the world's largest premium library of exclusive immersive content, featuring over 20,000 hours of material that spans entertainment, creators, and sports, along with XR, VR, and AR experiences accessible from virtually anywhere. The platform's primary goal is to foster connections among users by providing authentic immersive experiences, effectively eliminating barriers related to travel, time, and access for billions globally. By streaming live events such as sports, talk shows, and music, VUZ enables users to engage with these experiences in a uniquely immersive manner, leveraging advanced technologies for an enriched social interaction.

Jar

Series B in 2022
Jar is an investment tech startup based in Bangalore, Karnataka, co-founded in 2021 by Nishchay AG and Misbah Ashraf. The company offers a platform designed to help users save money by automatically investing spare change from online transactions into digital gold. This innovative approach encourages users to develop a habit of daily savings through investments in digital gold, which can be easily redeemed or withdrawn via UPI at any time. By simplifying the process of saving and investing, Jar aims to make financial growth accessible to a broader audience.

Joi Gifts

Series B in 2022
Joi Gifts is a retail company based in the United Arab Emirates, specializing in an extensive range of gift items through its online platform. Founded in 2015, Joi Gifts offers gifts for various occasions, including Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, corporate events, and romantic gestures. The company's product lineup includes flowers, cakes, gourmet items, gift bundles, balloons, and personalized gifts, with a focus on same-day delivery in major metropolitan areas. Additionally, Joi Gifts provides experience gifts such as access to amusement parks and salons, enhancing the gift-giving experience. The company's mission is to bring joy through thoughtful gift selection, making it easier for individuals to celebrate special moments with their loved ones.

FENIX

Seed Round in 2021
Fenix Technologies Limited is a company focused on developing a technology-driven platform for micro-mobility services, specifically offering shared electric scooters. Founded in 2020 and based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, the company provides a user-friendly application that allows customers to easily locate and rent scooters in their vicinity. The process involves downloading the app, finding an available scooter, scanning a QR code on the handlebar to unlock it, and enjoying the ride. Fenix's platform incorporates Internet of Things technology to create a comprehensive network of scooters, which aims to address last-mile connectivity and alleviate traffic congestion. Additionally, the company offers individual hand sanitizer dispensers and trackers to enhance user experience and safety.
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