ClearGrid
Pre Seed Round in 2025
ClearGrid is a technology company that develops AI-powered software to modernize debt collection practices. It offers a platform that facilitates personalized, empathetic communication with borrowers, helping them manage repayments more effectively. Simultaneously, the platform provides real-time analytics to lenders, enabling them to enhance their recovery rates. ClearGrid collaborates with existing vendors in the industry to integrate its solutions, streamlining the recovery process.
Taager is a social e-commerce platform that enables online merchants with end-to-end logistics and financing. The platform uses technology, artificial intelligence, and data science to help small and medium online sellers start and scale their businesses, including expanding into higher-margin product segments. By integrating logistics, technology, and financing, Taager supports merchants in growing operations and reaching broader markets.
BRKZ is a construction technology company that empowers contractors by offering a one-stop solution for purchasing building materials. It provides features such as registration, quotation management, and material procurement to streamline the construction process.
Mala
Pre Seed Round in 2024
Mala provides a buy now, pay later (BNPL) solution specifically designed for B2B transactions in the MENA region. The platform enables businesses to manage their cash flow more effectively while making purchases.
Ejari is a real estate technology company that simplifies the rental process for both tenants and landlords. It offers a 'rent now, pay later' service, allowing tenants to secure a property upfront and then pay for it in monthly installments. Ejari handles all necessary paperwork and provides support throughout the process.
FlapKap
Seed Round in 2024
FlapKap is a company that offers a revenue-based financing solution tailored for e-commerce and SaaS businesses. It focuses on enabling these companies, particularly in consumer-facing sectors such as retail and restaurants, to enhance their inventory and digital advertising capabilities through quick access to funding. The platform evaluates businesses using a comprehensive approach, analyzing data from various sources including e-commerce sites, advertising metrics, online reviews, payment gateways, point of sale systems, bank accounts, and enterprise resource planning platforms. Additionally, FlapKap employs AI to provide insights that optimize advertising spending, allowing businesses to manage their expenditures effectively while benefiting from flexible repayment terms.
Keyper is a digital real estate investment management solution platform that offers automation of daily tasks, monitoring of real estate portfolios, and access to data-driven insights for investors and property owners.
BRKZ is a construction technology company that empowers contractors by offering a one-stop solution for purchasing building materials. It provides features such as registration, quotation management, and material procurement to streamline the construction process.
MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2018, that connects food and grocery retailers with suppliers in underserved areas. The company focuses on re-engineering the informal grocery and food market by utilizing innovative technologies and supply chain solutions tailored to the specific needs of retailers. MaxAB's mobile platform facilitates an e-marketplace and provides logistics services for efficient distribution of goods. By streamlining procurement and grocery delivery processes, MaxAB aims to empower retailers with access to a diverse range of products, premium service, and operational support, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage their businesses effectively.
Pine Street Labs
Seed Round in 2022
Pine Street Labs develops enterprise wallet software aimed at expanding and democratizing the use of public blockchains. The company's platform simplifies the complexities of supporting various blockchain networks, allowing enterprises to concentrate on their core business operations. Pine Street Labs offers walletOS, which enhances custody infrastructure and facilitates the management of custody operations in-house. The software is designed to accommodate new blockchain initiatives while providing functionalities such as sending, receiving, staking, and executing smart contract calls. By creating a composable developer experience with modular integrations and a well-defined API, Pine Street Labs enables businesses to execute transactions seamlessly and efficiently in mission-critical environments.
Kemet Trading
Seed Round in 2022
Kemet Trading specializes in providing institutional-grade infrastructure for digital asset derivatives trading. Its platform optimizes access to liquidity, facilitates advanced trade execution, offers real-time risk management, and ensures robust security, enabling investors to trade digital asset options, futures, and perpetuals.
Dukkantek
Seed Round in 2022
Dukkantek provides digital transformation services to improve business processes. It offers online solutions to assist with managing and marketing strategies of companies. Dukkantek is based in Dubai, UAE.
Supy is a B2B software solution designed to simplify transactions between restaurants and their suppliers. Its platform enables efficient communication with all suppliers, streamlines order placement, provides real-time insights for informed purchasing decisions, and helps reduce waste and save time and costs.
Nas.io
Funding Round in 2022
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NorthLadder
Convertible Note in 2022
NorthLadder is an innovative online platform that specializes in the sale of pre-owned electronic devices and luxury assets. It provides a transparent and efficient marketplace where users can sell items such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, and smartwatches. The platform addresses common challenges associated with selling pre-owned devices, including pricing, buyer negotiations, and payment delays. NorthLadder offers a seamless experience by allowing customers to receive instant cash for their devices through various convenient drop-off locations or direct pick-up services. Additionally, the company ensures data security by offering advice on data erasure or providing internationally approved software for a nominal fee. By facilitating the resale of electronics, NorthLadder contributes to a circular economy, promoting sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint associated with electronic waste. Through its commitment to customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility, NorthLadder aims to serve millions globally.
Tribal Capital Markets
Initial Coin Offering in 2022
Tribal Capital Markets, LLC is a full-service broker-dealer firm based in New York City and affiliated with the Morongo Band of Mission Indians. As a Certified Minority Business Enterprise, TCM offers a wide range of financial services, including mortgage-backed securities trading, municipal debt, and investment banking. The firm specializes in debt capital markets, equity and fixed-income trading, and provides clearing services. TCM serves a diverse clientele that includes banks, corporations, asset managers, pension plans, municipalities, and hedge funds, addressing their liquidity and execution needs in today's market environment. The firm is a wholly owned subsidiary of Tribal Capital Partners, LLC and is staffed by experienced professionals dedicated to delivering tailored investment solutions.
Wisewell
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Wisewell is a company dedicated to sustainable clean water solutions. It develops innovative technologies to purify tap water using reverse osmosis and UV filtration, removing contaminants such as microplastics and forever chemicals. Their installation-free machine also adds minerals to the filtered water.
Invact Metaversity
Seed Round in 2022
Invact high-quality, virtually immersive learning experiences for everyone, delivered at the best price to them wherever they are.
Thndr is a financial services company established in 2020 by Seif Amr in Cairo, Egypt. It operates an app-based investment platform designed to facilitate commission-free trading for investors. The platform offers a range of features, including no account minimums, real-time market data, and easy account setup and funding processes. Users can also access the latest financial news and educational tools, empowering them to make informed investment decisions. Thndr aims to simplify the investing process and enhance financial literacy among its users.
Hubpay is a regulated provider of cross-border money services that aims to expand financial inclusion in emerging markets. It uses data science to create accessible, practical, and affordable everyday financial solutions delivered responsibly to people across income levels. The company offers an online platform for overseas transfers with foreign exchange, multi-currency accounts, collections, and payment systems for suppliers, partners, and employees, enabling instant money transfers and streamlined international settlements. By focusing on compliant and reliable delivery, Hubpay helps businesses operate more efficiently and concentrate on growth while broadening access to cross-border payments.
Tribal is a technology-driven financial services provider, specializing in offering small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets access to modern payment methods and financing solutions. The company's platform enables SMBs to utilize multi-currency physical and virtual business credit cards, local and international wire transfers, short-term financing, and a comprehensive spend management tool, all integrated into a single, user-friendly interface. Tribal has secured funding from prominent investors such as SoftBank Latin America Fund, QED Investors, and Coinbase Ventures, and has been recognized by Visa as part of their FinTech Fast Track program.
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 flexible payment options at checkout, encouraging better cash flow management by enabling them to make three, four, or five payments on a weekly, biweekly, or monthly basis without incurring interest or hidden fees. By doing so, Sympl helps customers save money and manage their expenses more effectively while maintaining their lifestyle.
RemotePass
Seed Round in 2021
RemotePass streamlines global employment for companies by offering a platform to onboard, manage, pay, and retain remote contractors or employees across 150 countries. It generates legally compliant contracts, collects necessary documents, facilitates e-signing, and provides HR management tools such as multi-currency expense tracking, time off management, and equipment management. The platform also enables mass payroll processing in over 90 currencies.
Abwaab Technologies
Series A in 2021
Abwaab Technologies operates an online learning platform for secondary school students, offering short, concept-based video lessons, visualized learning journeys, continuous assessment, and performance analytics across subjects such as math, physics, chemistry, and biology. The platform supports self-paced study, access to expert tutors, and ongoing progress tracking, enabling students to learn anytime and anywhere. Founded in 2019 and based in Amman, Jordan, Abwaab focuses on making the learning experience engaging through technology and curated content.
CoinMENA
Seed Round in 2021
CoinMENA operates a Sharia-compliant platform for trading crypto-assets. Users can securely buy, sell, store, and receive digital assets. It offers competitive fees, high liquidity, and educational resources.
Taager is a social e-commerce platform that enables online merchants with end-to-end logistics and financing. The platform uses technology, artificial intelligence, and data science to help small and medium online sellers start and scale their businesses, including expanding into higher-margin product segments. By integrating logistics, technology, and financing, Taager supports merchants in growing operations and reaching broader markets.
MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2018, that connects food and grocery retailers with suppliers in underserved areas. The company focuses on re-engineering the informal grocery and food market by utilizing innovative technologies and supply chain solutions tailored to the specific needs of retailers. MaxAB's mobile platform facilitates an e-marketplace and provides logistics services for efficient distribution of goods. By streamlining procurement and grocery delivery processes, MaxAB aims to empower retailers with access to a diverse range of products, premium service, and operational support, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage their businesses effectively.
Fresha is an online booking and management platform tailored for beauty, wellness, and fitness businesses. It provides a marketplace where clients can discover, book, and pay for appointments at local establishments. The platform streamlines appointment scheduling, client management, and payment processing, allowing beauty and wellness professionals to efficiently manage their operations. In addition to handling online bookings, Fresha automates marketing, staffing, product inventory, and accounting tasks, enabling partner businesses to maximize their revenue potential. Through its user-friendly mobile applications, Fresha offers a convenient solution for both clients and service providers in the beauty and wellness sector.
Tribal is a technology-driven financial services provider, specializing in offering small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets access to modern payment methods and financing solutions. The company's platform enables SMBs to utilize multi-currency physical and virtual business credit cards, local and international wire transfers, short-term financing, and a comprehensive spend management tool, all integrated into a single, user-friendly interface. Tribal has secured funding from prominent investors such as SoftBank Latin America Fund, QED Investors, and Coinbase Ventures, and has been recognized by Visa as part of their FinTech Fast Track program.
Proximie is a health technology company that enables surgeons worldwide to collaborate remotely using augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Its platform allows surgeons to visually guide complex surgeries, democratizing access to advanced surgical knowledge.
Tribal
Debt Financing in 2021
Tribal is a technology-driven financial services provider, specializing in offering small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets access to modern payment methods and financing solutions. The company's platform enables SMBs to utilize multi-currency physical and virtual business credit cards, local and international wire transfers, short-term financing, and a comprehensive spend management tool, all integrated into a single, user-friendly interface. Tribal has secured funding from prominent investors such as SoftBank Latin America Fund, QED Investors, and Coinbase Ventures, and has been recognized by Visa as part of their FinTech Fast Track program.
Abwaab Technologies
Seed Round in 2021
Abwaab Technologies operates an online learning platform for secondary school students, offering short, concept-based video lessons, visualized learning journeys, continuous assessment, and performance analytics across subjects such as math, physics, chemistry, and biology. The platform supports self-paced study, access to expert tutors, and ongoing progress tracking, enabling students to learn anytime and anywhere. Founded in 2019 and based in Amman, Jordan, Abwaab focuses on making the learning experience engaging through technology and curated content.
NowPay is a fintech company that develops and operates a platform to improve the financial wellness of corporate employees. The platform enables salary access and early wage payments, allowing employees to receive a portion of their earned wages at any time during the month, with repayment over multiple months via a mobile app. It also includes personal finance management tools for budgeting, saving, spending and borrowing, and provides salary balances and the maximum eligible loan amount. The company partners with employers to deliver these services, aiming to enhance employee happiness, productivity and loyalty. NowPay is based in Cairo, Egypt.
NorthLadder
Series A in 2021
NorthLadder is an innovative online platform that specializes in the sale of pre-owned electronic devices and luxury assets. It provides a transparent and efficient marketplace where users can sell items such as smartphones, laptops, tablets, and smartwatches. The platform addresses common challenges associated with selling pre-owned devices, including pricing, buyer negotiations, and payment delays. NorthLadder offers a seamless experience by allowing customers to receive instant cash for their devices through various convenient drop-off locations or direct pick-up services. Additionally, the company ensures data security by offering advice on data erasure or providing internationally approved software for a nominal fee. By facilitating the resale of electronics, NorthLadder contributes to a circular economy, promoting sustainability and reducing the carbon footprint associated with electronic waste. Through its commitment to customer satisfaction and environmental responsibility, NorthLadder aims to serve millions globally.
Marti Technologies offers tech-enabled urban transportation services to riders. The company operates e-mopeds, e-bikes, and e-scooters serviced by proprietary software systems and IOT infrastructure. Marti offers environmentally sustainable transportation services to its riders in an economically sustainable manner for the company. Marti’s services are currently delivered via fully electric vehicles, which are also shared, thereby contributing to environmental sustainability.
ChatFood
Seed Round in 2021
ChatFood is a commission-free ordering platform designed to empower restaurants by allowing them to manage their online business independently. The platform facilitates food ordering through various channels, including Instagram, WhatsApp, social media, and websites. It provides a digital menu that enables customers to place orders directly from restaurants, which enhances customer engagement and delivery efficiency. Additionally, ChatFood incorporates built-in online payment solutions, third-party logistics integration, and marketing tools, helping restaurants streamline their operations and improve their overall service delivery.
NowPay is a fintech company that develops and operates a platform to improve the financial wellness of corporate employees. The platform enables salary access and early wage payments, allowing employees to receive a portion of their earned wages at any time during the month, with repayment over multiple months via a mobile app. It also includes personal finance management tools for budgeting, saving, spending and borrowing, and provides salary balances and the maximum eligible loan amount. The company partners with employers to deliver these services, aiming to enhance employee happiness, productivity and loyalty. NowPay is based in Cairo, Egypt.
Fetchr is a logistics and shipping services provider that focuses on enabling local merchants and global brands to establish and expand profitable eCommerce operations. The company addresses the challenges posed by the lack of physical addresses in emerging markets by utilizing an innovative app that employs GPS technology to accurately pinpoint delivery locations. This technology facilitates both domestic and international shipments, allowing Fetchr to streamline the courier process through automation and predictive machine learning, enhancing overall efficiency. By offering a user-friendly solution, Fetchr simplifies the shipping experience, making it easier for clients to dispatch goods globally.
Wahed
Venture Round in 2020
Wahed is a financial technology and services company that offers an ethics-driven, Shariah-compliant investment platform. The business provides a digital, user-friendly platform with a range of investment products, including managed portfolios, venture investments, and real estate opportunities, all designed to meet Islamic principles. Through automated systems and optimization algorithms, Wahed enables individuals seeking ethical and compliant investment options outside traditional banks. The company emphasizes transparency, accessibility, and alignment with users' religious and ethical preferences.
Swvl
Venture Round in 2020
Founded in 2017, Swvl is a mobility company that offers an app for booking fixed-rate rides on shared buses and vans during peak commute hours. It operates in Egypt, Kenya, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, serving both individual commuters and corporate clients.
Vezeeta is a digital healthcare platform based in Heliopolis, Egypt, established in 2011. It facilitates connections between patients and healthcare providers across the Middle East and Africa, specifically in countries such as Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Lebanon. The platform allows patients to search for, compare, and book appointments with doctors, leveraging over 200,000 verified reviews to enhance decision-making. In addition to patient-facing services, Vezeeta offers innovative software solutions for healthcare providers, including clinic management tools that streamline operations and improve patient experiences. The platform also supports features such as live scheduling, automated medication reminders, and options for in-clinic, virtual, or at-home consultations, thereby empowering millions of patients to access and manage their healthcare efficiently.
Dapi Ltd is a fintech company that specializes in developing an open banking application programming interface (API) designed to facilitate seamless payment transactions between consumer bank accounts and businesses. Established in 2019 and based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, Dapi provides a suite of APIs that enable real-time access to customer bank accounts, payment initiation, and financial data retrieval. This functionality allows developers to create a variety of financial applications, including digital wallets and budget trackers, while also enabling fintech companies to offer services based on bank statement data. Operating in seven countries, including the United States, Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Pakistan, South Africa, and Kuwait, Dapi has experienced significant demand for its services, achieving notable growth in annual recurring revenue.
Tribal is a technology-driven financial services provider, specializing in offering small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets access to modern payment methods and financing solutions. The company's platform enables SMBs to utilize multi-currency physical and virtual business credit cards, local and international wire transfers, short-term financing, and a comprehensive spend management tool, all integrated into a single, user-friendly interface. Tribal has secured funding from prominent investors such as SoftBank Latin America Fund, QED Investors, and Coinbase Ventures, and has been recognized by Visa as part of their FinTech Fast Track program.
Kitopi is a cloud kitchen platform that enables restaurants to operate delivery-only locations with minimal capital expenditure. Founded in 2018, it manages over 60 kitchens across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Bulkwhiz is the first hassle-free online bulk grocery shopping in the UAE, powered by the next generation artificial intelligence. It is the first local startup in its sector to develop its own proprietary AI-enabled technology that offers a personalized, simple online shopping experience for households and small businesses. Through its homegrown tech solution, Bulkwhiz delivers value and is designed to save time, money and effort for the busy working moms and dads, city dwellers and small businesses. Its one-click order offers door-to-door delivery service of branded bulk, shelf stable, household staples and office products. Carefully curating leading regional and international brands, Bulkwhiz allows shoppers to create a one-time smart and flexible shopping list that makes the arduous shopping of bulk products simple and easy.
MaxAB is a B2B e-commerce platform based in Cairo, Egypt, founded in 2018, that connects food and grocery retailers with suppliers in underserved areas. The company focuses on re-engineering the informal grocery and food market by utilizing innovative technologies and supply chain solutions tailored to the specific needs of retailers. MaxAB's mobile platform facilitates an e-marketplace and provides logistics services for efficient distribution of goods. By streamlining procurement and grocery delivery processes, MaxAB aims to empower retailers with access to a diverse range of products, premium service, and operational support, ultimately enhancing their ability to manage their businesses effectively.
Tribal is a technology-driven financial services provider, specializing in offering small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets access to modern payment methods and financing solutions. The company's platform enables SMBs to utilize multi-currency physical and virtual business credit cards, local and international wire transfers, short-term financing, and a comprehensive spend management tool, all integrated into a single, user-friendly interface. Tribal has secured funding from prominent investors such as SoftBank Latin America Fund, QED Investors, and Coinbase Ventures, and has been recognized by Visa as part of their FinTech Fast Track program.
Founded in 2017, Swvl is a mobility company that offers an app for booking fixed-rate rides on shared buses and vans during peak commute hours. It operates in Egypt, Kenya, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, serving both individual commuters and corporate clients.
Floranow is an online B2B marketplace specializing in flowers and plants. It connects growers with buyers globally through innovative technology.
Fresha is an online booking and management platform tailored for beauty, wellness, and fitness businesses. It provides a marketplace where clients can discover, book, and pay for appointments at local establishments. The platform streamlines appointment scheduling, client management, and payment processing, allowing beauty and wellness professionals to efficiently manage their operations. In addition to handling online bookings, Fresha automates marketing, staffing, product inventory, and accounting tasks, enabling partner businesses to maximize their revenue potential. Through its user-friendly mobile applications, Fresha offers a convenient solution for both clients and service providers in the beauty and wellness sector.
Proximie is a health technology company that enables surgeons worldwide to collaborate remotely using augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and machine learning. Its platform allows surgeons to visually guide complex surgeries, democratizing access to advanced surgical knowledge.
Kitopi is a cloud kitchen platform that enables restaurants to operate delivery-only locations with minimal capital expenditure. Founded in 2018, it manages over 60 kitchens across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Founded in 2017, Swvl is a mobility company that offers an app for booking fixed-rate rides on shared buses and vans during peak commute hours. It operates in Egypt, Kenya, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, serving both individual commuters and corporate clients.
Wahed is a financial technology and services company that offers an ethics-driven, Shariah-compliant investment platform. The business provides a digital, user-friendly platform with a range of investment products, including managed portfolios, venture investments, and real estate opportunities, all designed to meet Islamic principles. Through automated systems and optimization algorithms, Wahed enables individuals seeking ethical and compliant investment options outside traditional banks. The company emphasizes transparency, accessibility, and alignment with users' religious and ethical preferences.
Vezeeta is a digital healthcare platform based in Heliopolis, Egypt, established in 2011. It facilitates connections between patients and healthcare providers across the Middle East and Africa, specifically in countries such as Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Lebanon. The platform allows patients to search for, compare, and book appointments with doctors, leveraging over 200,000 verified reviews to enhance decision-making. In addition to patient-facing services, Vezeeta offers innovative software solutions for healthcare providers, including clinic management tools that streamline operations and improve patient experiences. The platform also supports features such as live scheduling, automated medication reminders, and options for in-clinic, virtual, or at-home consultations, thereby empowering millions of patients to access and manage their healthcare efficiently.
MYKI is a security startup focused on managing and securing passwords and sensitive information for individuals and teams. The company offers an offline password manager and authenticator that combines the benefits of cloud connectivity with enhanced security by storing passwords, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) secrets, payment cards, secure notes, and government IDs offline. Users can pair the MYKI app with browser extensions available on multiple platforms, allowing for seamless synchronization of data in a peer-to-peer encrypted manner. This enables the secure autofill of passwords and 2FA tokens on both mobile devices and computers. MYKI also provides features for managing access and group settings, making it suitable for individuals, enterprises, and IT resellers looking to protect their digital identities and proprietary information.
Kitopi is a cloud kitchen platform that enables restaurants to operate delivery-only locations with minimal capital expenditure. Founded in 2018, it manages over 60 kitchens across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, and Bahrain.
Founded in 2017, Swvl is a mobility company that offers an app for booking fixed-rate rides on shared buses and vans during peak commute hours. It operates in Egypt, Kenya, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, and the United Arab Emirates, serving both individual commuters and corporate clients.
Tribal is a technology-driven financial services provider, specializing in offering small and medium-sized businesses in emerging markets access to modern payment methods and financing solutions. The company's platform enables SMBs to utilize multi-currency physical and virtual business credit cards, local and international wire transfers, short-term financing, and a comprehensive spend management tool, all integrated into a single, user-friendly interface. Tribal has secured funding from prominent investors such as SoftBank Latin America Fund, QED Investors, and Coinbase Ventures, and has been recognized by Visa as part of their FinTech Fast Track program.
Founded in 2015, Syarah operates an online marketplace for buying and selling new and used cars. Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the company streamlines car purchases by connecting buyers directly with sellers, offering daily updated listings and facilitating financing options through various banks.
Bayzat is a technology software-as-a-service company that provides insurance, payroll, and human resources software solutions for businesses. Its platform automates and enhances insurance administration and HR tasks by offering an online insurance marketplace that lets organizations compare and purchase health policies in the United Arab Emirates, along with car insurance services. The company also offers Bayzat Benefits to help users view benefits and exclusions, networks, and nearby providers, and provides payroll automation and HR management tools such as employee records and time-off tracking. Bayzat operates in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia and serves thousands of clients, supporting over 80,000 employees. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Dubai, it focuses on streamlining policy placement, transparent comparison, and integrated payroll and HR workflows to improve employee experience and cost efficiency.
Wahed is a financial technology and services company that offers an ethics-driven, Shariah-compliant investment platform. The business provides a digital, user-friendly platform with a range of investment products, including managed portfolios, venture investments, and real estate opportunities, all designed to meet Islamic principles. Through automated systems and optimization algorithms, Wahed enables individuals seeking ethical and compliant investment options outside traditional banks. The company emphasizes transparency, accessibility, and alignment with users' religious and ethical preferences.
Ajar is a Middle East-based property management platform that streamlines operations for landlords and offers rewards for tenants paying rent online. It facilitates secure rent collection, efficient property management, performance tracking for landlords, and rewarding online payments for tenants.
Fresha
Venture Round in 2017
Fresha is an online booking and management platform tailored for beauty, wellness, and fitness businesses. It provides a marketplace where clients can discover, book, and pay for appointments at local establishments. The platform streamlines appointment scheduling, client management, and payment processing, allowing beauty and wellness professionals to efficiently manage their operations. In addition to handling online bookings, Fresha automates marketing, staffing, product inventory, and accounting tasks, enabling partner businesses to maximize their revenue potential. Through its user-friendly mobile applications, Fresha offers a convenient solution for both clients and service providers in the beauty and wellness sector.
Fetchr is a logistics and shipping services provider that focuses on enabling local merchants and global brands to establish and expand profitable eCommerce operations. The company addresses the challenges posed by the lack of physical addresses in emerging markets by utilizing an innovative app that employs GPS technology to accurately pinpoint delivery locations. This technology facilitates both domestic and international shipments, allowing Fetchr to streamline the courier process through automation and predictive machine learning, enhancing overall efficiency. By offering a user-friendly solution, Fetchr simplifies the shipping experience, making it easier for clients to dispatch goods globally.
MYKI is a security startup focused on managing and securing passwords and sensitive information for individuals and teams. The company offers an offline password manager and authenticator that combines the benefits of cloud connectivity with enhanced security by storing passwords, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) secrets, payment cards, secure notes, and government IDs offline. Users can pair the MYKI app with browser extensions available on multiple platforms, allowing for seamless synchronization of data in a peer-to-peer encrypted manner. This enables the secure autofill of passwords and 2FA tokens on both mobile devices and computers. MYKI also provides features for managing access and group settings, making it suitable for individuals, enterprises, and IT resellers looking to protect their digital identities and proprietary information.
Vezeeta is a digital healthcare platform based in Heliopolis, Egypt, established in 2011. It facilitates connections between patients and healthcare providers across the Middle East and Africa, specifically in countries such as Egypt, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, and Lebanon. The platform allows patients to search for, compare, and book appointments with doctors, leveraging over 200,000 verified reviews to enhance decision-making. In addition to patient-facing services, Vezeeta offers innovative software solutions for healthcare providers, including clinic management tools that streamline operations and improve patient experiences. The platform also supports features such as live scheduling, automated medication reminders, and options for in-clinic, virtual, or at-home consultations, thereby empowering millions of patients to access and manage their healthcare efficiently.
Careem operates a car booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers via a marketplace of community drivers. The platform lets users request a ride in minutes, see the fare, and pay with a credit card, providing access to convenient and affordable transportation.
Bayzat is a technology software-as-a-service company that provides insurance, payroll, and human resources software solutions for businesses. Its platform automates and enhances insurance administration and HR tasks by offering an online insurance marketplace that lets organizations compare and purchase health policies in the United Arab Emirates, along with car insurance services. The company also offers Bayzat Benefits to help users view benefits and exclusions, networks, and nearby providers, and provides payroll automation and HR management tools such as employee records and time-off tracking. Bayzat operates in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia and serves thousands of clients, supporting over 80,000 employees. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Dubai, it focuses on streamlining policy placement, transparent comparison, and integrated payroll and HR workflows to improve employee experience and cost efficiency.
Founded in 2015, Syarah operates an online marketplace for buying and selling new and used cars. Based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, the company streamlines car purchases by connecting buyers directly with sellers, offering daily updated listings and facilitating financing options through various banks.
Ajar is a Middle East-based property management platform that streamlines operations for landlords and offers rewards for tenants paying rent online. It facilitates secure rent collection, efficient property management, performance tracking for landlords, and rewarding online payments for tenants.
Wrappup
Seed Round in 2016
Wrappup uses AI to auto-summarize your meetings, declaring war on pens everywhere!
The platform uses a combination Speech Analysis, NLP, and Deep Learning models to identify important moments in discussion. Just invite lucy@wrappup.ai to your next call, and she’ll listen for keywords like “follow-up” or “next steps” to generate all the action items for you. Users can train the system with their own set of keyword triggers and vocabulary, making Lucy smarter and smarter as she grows!
MYKI is a security startup focused on managing and securing passwords and sensitive information for individuals and teams. The company offers an offline password manager and authenticator that combines the benefits of cloud connectivity with enhanced security by storing passwords, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) secrets, payment cards, secure notes, and government IDs offline. Users can pair the MYKI app with browser extensions available on multiple platforms, allowing for seamless synchronization of data in a peer-to-peer encrypted manner. This enables the secure autofill of passwords and 2FA tokens on both mobile devices and computers. MYKI also provides features for managing access and group settings, making it suitable for individuals, enterprises, and IT resellers looking to protect their digital identities and proprietary information.
MYKI is a security startup focused on managing and securing passwords and sensitive information for individuals and teams. The company offers an offline password manager and authenticator that combines the benefits of cloud connectivity with enhanced security by storing passwords, Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) secrets, payment cards, secure notes, and government IDs offline. Users can pair the MYKI app with browser extensions available on multiple platforms, allowing for seamless synchronization of data in a peer-to-peer encrypted manner. This enables the secure autofill of passwords and 2FA tokens on both mobile devices and computers. MYKI also provides features for managing access and group settings, making it suitable for individuals, enterprises, and IT resellers looking to protect their digital identities and proprietary information.
Careem operates a car booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers via a marketplace of community drivers. The platform lets users request a ride in minutes, see the fare, and pay with a credit card, providing access to convenient and affordable transportation.
JadoPado Ltd. is an online marketplace based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, that facilitates the buying and selling of new, used, and refurbished products across a diverse range of categories, including electronics, fashion, home improvement, and more. Founded in 2010, the platform allows sellers to create their own virtual stores, manage their products and orders, and interact directly with buyers. JadoPado ensures a secure shopping experience by handling payments on behalf of sellers, who receive their payouts after buyers confirm receipt of their purchases. As of May 2017, JadoPado operates as a subsidiary of Alabbar Enterprises.
Bayzat is a technology software-as-a-service company that provides insurance, payroll, and human resources software solutions for businesses. Its platform automates and enhances insurance administration and HR tasks by offering an online insurance marketplace that lets organizations compare and purchase health policies in the United Arab Emirates, along with car insurance services. The company also offers Bayzat Benefits to help users view benefits and exclusions, networks, and nearby providers, and provides payroll automation and HR management tools such as employee records and time-off tracking. Bayzat operates in the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia and serves thousands of clients, supporting over 80,000 employees. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Dubai, it focuses on streamlining policy placement, transparent comparison, and integrated payroll and HR workflows to improve employee experience and cost efficiency.
Careem operates a car booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers via a marketplace of community drivers. The platform lets users request a ride in minutes, see the fare, and pay with a credit card, providing access to convenient and affordable transportation.
TravelerVIP
Seed Round in 2013
TravelerVIP.com is a travel website that specializes in offering discounts on selected hotels and holiday experiences. Founded in 2012 and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, it provides online booking services for a diverse range of accommodations, including beach resorts, city escapes, and luxury hotels in major cities such as Dubai, Abu Dhabi, London, Paris, New York, Bangkok, and Beijing. Initially known for its private sales, TravelerVIP has evolved to feature a curated selection of over 1,000 hand-picked hotels, each offering unique perks. The platform combines convenience with a personalized touch, transforming standard hotel reservations into a VIP experience for travelers.
Laimoon.com
Venture Round in 2013
Laimoon supports career-minded people with information on jobs,courses and career insights. Currently focussing on the UAE and the wider GCC region.
RoundMenu
Seed Round in 2012
RoundMenu Ltd. is an online restaurant discovery platform based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2012. The company operates in three countries: the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Singapore. RoundMenu enables users to book restaurants online and browse through various dining options by cuisine, location, or theme. It enhances the dining experience by integrating social media data from platforms such as Instagram, Facebook, and TripAdvisor to provide restaurant rankings and recommendations based on customer reviews. Additionally, the platform offers features like maps and average pricing, making it easier for diners to find and select restaurants that suit their preferences. As of February 2018, RoundMenu operates as a subsidiary of Careem Networks FZ LLC.
DUPLAYS
Seed Round in 2012
Duplays is an online community based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, that connects individuals through a shared passion for sports. Founded in 2007, the company organizes various sport and social activities across eight cities, boasting a membership of over 60,000 individuals. Duplays facilitates participation in over 20 recreational sports, including football, basketball, netball, and rugby, through leagues, tournaments, and high-profile events. The organization aims to promote healthier and more social communities by providing opportunities for engagement and team building without the need for traditional gym memberships. Additionally, Duplays offers a venue booking platform that enables users to easily find and reserve sports facilities in their area.
JadoPado
Venture Round in 2012
JadoPado Ltd. is an online marketplace based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, that facilitates the buying and selling of new, used, and refurbished products across a diverse range of categories, including electronics, fashion, home improvement, and more. Founded in 2010, the platform allows sellers to create their own virtual stores, manage their products and orders, and interact directly with buyers. JadoPado ensures a secure shopping experience by handling payments on behalf of sellers, who receive their payouts after buyers confirm receipt of their purchases. As of May 2017, JadoPado operates as a subsidiary of Alabbar Enterprises.
Thndr is a financial services company established in 2020 by Seif Amr in Cairo, Egypt. It operates an app-based investment platform designed to facilitate commission-free trading for investors. The platform offers a range of features, including no account minimums, real-time market data, and easy account setup and funding processes. Users can also access the latest financial news and educational tools, empowering them to make informed investment decisions. Thndr aims to simplify the investing process and enhance financial literacy among its users.