Wamda Capital

Wamda Capital is a prominent venture capital firm based in Dubai, founded in 2010, with an additional office in Jordan. It focuses on investing in high-growth, technology-driven startups across the MENA region, targeting both seed and growth-stage companies. The firm is sector-agnostic but has particular interests in financial services, consumer goods, software, the Internet of Things, and artificial intelligence. Wamda Capital aims to support exceptional entrepreneurs by guiding portfolio companies through successive financing rounds until exit. Additionally, Wamda operates as a knowledge platform, offering integrated programs that include media, community development, research, and advisory services to enhance the regional startup ecosystem.

Fadi Ghandour

Managing Partner, Executive Chairman and Founder

Daniel dos Reis

Investment Director

Varun Sharma

Investment Associate

Past deals in Gulf Cooperation Council

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.

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.

Insider

Series D in 2022
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in enhancing their marketing strategies across various stages, including acquisition, activation, retention, and revenue generation. Utilizing real-time predictive segmentation powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Insider enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across digital channels, such as the web, mobile apps, and advertising platforms. The platform is designed for ease of implementation and use, eliminating the need for complex integrations and minimizing reliance on IT teams. By combining personalization with data-driven decision-making, Insider helps clients optimize their marketing spend and improve customer engagement while reducing waste. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, Insider operates additional offices in multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates. The company has received recognition for its innovative approach, being listed among the 100 Hottest Startups by WIRED Magazine and earning accolades such as Red Herring Top 100 Europe.

Penny Software

Seed Round in 2022
Penny Software, founded in 2020 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializes in developing a cloud-based procure-to-pay system known as Penny. This platform streamlines the entire procurement process, enabling organizations to digitize and manage their procurement cycle from request to approval. Key features of Penny include an action-driven dashboard, budget tracking, customizable reporting, a product comparison tool, and a structured timeline. The system is designed to simplify procurement activities, allowing users to manage requests for quotations, compare vendor offers, issue purchase orders, and process payments efficiently. Penny Software caters primarily to mid-sized enterprises, offering a modular and customizable solution that supports both private and public marketplaces, as well as procurement shared services.

RemotePass

Seed Round in 2021
Developer of an employer-of-record platform designed to help companies hire, onboard, and pay remote workers. The company's platform can automate invoicing after each payment, multiple currencies that allow receiving money over multiple currencies, early pay that gets automatically deducted from the next pay, and customer support, enabling businesses with full compliance to hire, onboard, and pay their global team.

BitOasis

Series B in 2021
BitOasis Technologies FZE is a fintech company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2015. The company operates an online platform that enables users to buy and sell bitcoins across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia. BitOasis aims to provide a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients. Its platform includes a bitcoin exchange, wallet services, and various integrations designed to facilitate seamless digital transactions. By focusing on emerging markets, BitOasis seeks to onboard consumers and businesses into an efficient, borderless payment system using blockchain technology.

Ziina

Seed Round in 2021
Ziina FZ-LLC, founded in 2019 and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializes in payment-processing services through its innovative mobile application. As the UAE's first peer-to-peer payment app, Ziina allows users to transfer money easily by linking their bank accounts and utilizing just a phone number for transactions. The platform emphasizes security and accuracy, employing bank-grade security measures and end-to-end encryption to ensure safe money management. By providing these financial services, Ziina empowers users to take control of their finances efficiently.

NOW Money

Venture Round in 2021
NOW Money is a financial technology company that focuses on providing mobile banking solutions to the unbanked population in the Middle East, particularly targeting low-income migrant workers. The company offers a user-friendly application that enables users to access banking services, including accounts and low-cost remittance options. By leveraging mobile technology, NOW Money aims to enhance financial inclusion for individuals who are often excluded from traditional banking systems. This service not only facilitates international money transfers and currency conversion at reduced costs but also helps users achieve significant savings on remittances. Through its innovative approach, NOW Money strives to empower its users with full access to essential financial services.

Hala

Series A in 2021
Developer of digital mobile payment platform intended to easily and securely send and receive payments to individuals and companies. The company's platform offers payment infrastructure, point of sale solutions, digital wallets, and bank cards, enabling clients with digital tools to accept payments, control cash, and monitor sales analytics.

FlexxPay

Seed Round in 2021
FlexxPay operates an online platform that enables employers to provide their employees with instant access to earned salaries and commissions before the regular payday. By allowing employees to access a portion of their already-earned wages as needed, FlexxPay aims to alleviate financial stress and address unavoidable expenses that may arise during a pay cycle. This cloud-based salary tracking solution offers an alternative to traditional payroll systems, giving businesses the flexibility to support their employees' financial well-being while enhancing overall workplace satisfaction.

Ziina

Seed Round in 2021
Ziina FZ-LLC, founded in 2019 and based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, specializes in payment-processing services through its innovative mobile application. As the UAE's first peer-to-peer payment app, Ziina allows users to transfer money easily by linking their bank accounts and utilizing just a phone number for transactions. The platform emphasizes security and accuracy, employing bank-grade security measures and end-to-end encryption to ensure safe money management. By providing these financial services, Ziina empowers users to take control of their finances efficiently.

Penny Software

Seed Round in 2020
Penny Software, founded in 2020 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializes in developing a cloud-based procure-to-pay system known as Penny. This platform streamlines the entire procurement process, enabling organizations to digitize and manage their procurement cycle from request to approval. Key features of Penny include an action-driven dashboard, budget tracking, customizable reporting, a product comparison tool, and a structured timeline. The system is designed to simplify procurement activities, allowing users to manage requests for quotations, compare vendor offers, issue purchase orders, and process payments efficiently. Penny Software caters primarily to mid-sized enterprises, offering a modular and customizable solution that supports both private and public marketplaces, as well as procurement shared services.

Eyewa

Series B in 2020
Eyewa is the first dedicated online eyewear store for the Middle East. We have thousands of different eyeglasses, sunglasses, color contact lenses and prescription contact lenses for you to choose from. On Eyewa, you’ll find quintessentially cool brands like Ray-Ban and Emporio Armani, heritage brands like Burberry and Persol, high-fashion brands like Fendi, Dolce & Gabbanaand Prada sporty brands like Nike and Lacoste and everything in between. Discover their brands portfolio with thousands of styles here.

Insider

Series C in 2020
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in enhancing their marketing strategies across various stages, including acquisition, activation, retention, and revenue generation. Utilizing real-time predictive segmentation powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Insider enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across digital channels, such as the web, mobile apps, and advertising platforms. The platform is designed for ease of implementation and use, eliminating the need for complex integrations and minimizing reliance on IT teams. By combining personalization with data-driven decision-making, Insider helps clients optimize their marketing spend and improve customer engagement while reducing waste. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, Insider operates additional offices in multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates. The company has received recognition for its innovative approach, being listed among the 100 Hottest Startups by WIRED Magazine and earning accolades such as Red Herring Top 100 Europe.

Ureed

Seed Round in 2020
Ureed is a Dubai-based company that operates an artificial intelligence-driven online platform specializing in content creation, copyrighting, and translation services. Founded in 2016, Ureed connects employers with vetted freelancers, facilitating a range of offerings including general and technical writing, copywriting, and various forms of translation such as legal and medical. The platform enhances user experience through advanced technologies like AI and machine learning, streamlining workflows for both employers and freelancers. Ureed aims to simplify the hiring process by providing a seamless interface for communication, project management, and payment, ensuring that clients can focus on their projects without getting bogged down by logistics.

Nana

Series B in 2020
Nana is an online grocery platform that provides doorstep deliveries of groceries and other home essentials. The company's platform offers a wide assortment of groceries, fruits, and vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers that enables consumers to purchase products online and get them delivered to their homes. Nana was established in 2016 and is headquartered in Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia.

Aanaab

Seed Round in 2020
Aanaab offers online courses in Arabic for teachers and educators to help them improve their skills in different areas including self-development, educational strategies, education techniques, and educational tools and techniques.

Drive Ninja

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Simply New Cars provides complete information on every new car in the UAE, relieving the anxiety and hassle of having to visit a physical dealership. We provide detailed info on every model with comparison, pricing, availability, and purchase tools. We believe in a world where buying a car online should be as easy as any other digital purchase. Our data-driven approach gives us an unparalleled level of market insight and the advantage of boasting the highest-converting leads in the market with 21% of enquiries converting into a new car purchase.

FunDok

Pre Seed Round in 2020
Fundok is a cloud based guest experience management platform that targets the fast growing market of short term rentals. Fundok platform enriches travelers experience by providing them with relevant and localized information about their destination as well as access to a suite of services such as food delivery, grocery, bookings and reservations, as well as essential information on their apartment and area. FunDok platform enables short term rental operators to enhance their guest's experience by building loyalty, diversifying their revenue and differentiating from competitors.

FlexxPay

Seed Round in 2019
FlexxPay operates an online platform that enables employers to provide their employees with instant access to earned salaries and commissions before the regular payday. By allowing employees to access a portion of their already-earned wages as needed, FlexxPay aims to alleviate financial stress and address unavoidable expenses that may arise during a pay cycle. This cloud-based salary tracking solution offers an alternative to traditional payroll systems, giving businesses the flexibility to support their employees' financial well-being while enhancing overall workplace satisfaction.

Crowd Analyzer

Series A in 2019
The 1st fully automated social web monitoring platform that support Arabic language with it's different dialects as well as supporting English. The innovation comes from the ability to automatically understands Arabic text in terms of relevance, dialect and sentiment.

Tabby

Seed Round in 2019
Tabby Inc. is a financial services company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers payment solutions for online and in-store purchases. The company provides consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with a buy now, pay later option, allowing them to choose between making a deferred single payment or paying in multiple installments. Tabby's proprietary decision engine facilitates instant checkouts, enabling customers to make purchases without incurring additional costs. This approach allows consumers to utilize flexible credit while ensuring secure payment methods.

Ziwo

Series A in 2019
ASWAT FZ LLC designs and develops contact center solutions for sales, marketing, customer support, and developers. The company provides, Ziwo, cloud center software which offers API based CRM integration and virtual phone numbers in every country. Its platform's features include a virtual call center, call queueing, call transfer, toll free numbers, customizable dashboard, customizable service-level agreements mobile application, call whispering, auto dialer, priority queue, and customer support. ASWAT FZ LLC was founded in 2010 and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

NOW Money

Series A in 2019
NOW Money is a financial technology company that focuses on providing mobile banking solutions to the unbanked population in the Middle East, particularly targeting low-income migrant workers. The company offers a user-friendly application that enables users to access banking services, including accounts and low-cost remittance options. By leveraging mobile technology, NOW Money aims to enhance financial inclusion for individuals who are often excluded from traditional banking systems. This service not only facilitates international money transfers and currency conversion at reduced costs but also helps users achieve significant savings on remittances. Through its innovative approach, NOW Money strives to empower its users with full access to essential financial services.

Floranow

Series A in 2019
Floranow.com operates as an online floral market. The company offers cut flowers from selected growers in Holland, Kenya and Thailand to flower shops, hotels and event organizers across the GCC and Jordan. Floranow.com was founded in 2016 and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

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

Eyewa

Series A in 2019
Eyewa is the first dedicated online eyewear store for the Middle East. We have thousands of different eyeglasses, sunglasses, color contact lenses and prescription contact lenses for you to choose from. On Eyewa, you’ll find quintessentially cool brands like Ray-Ban and Emporio Armani, heritage brands like Burberry and Persol, high-fashion brands like Fendi, Dolce & Gabbanaand Prada sporty brands like Nike and Lacoste and everything in between. Discover their brands portfolio with thousands of styles here.

Eyewa

Series A in 2019
Eyewa is the first dedicated online eyewear store for the Middle East. We have thousands of different eyeglasses, sunglasses, color contact lenses and prescription contact lenses for you to choose from. On Eyewa, you’ll find quintessentially cool brands like Ray-Ban and Emporio Armani, heritage brands like Burberry and Persol, high-fashion brands like Fendi, Dolce & Gabbanaand Prada sporty brands like Nike and Lacoste and everything in between. Discover their brands portfolio with thousands of styles here.

Nana

Series A in 2019
Nana is an online grocery platform that provides doorstep deliveries of groceries and other home essentials. The company's platform offers a wide assortment of groceries, fruits, and vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers that enables consumers to purchase products online and get them delivered to their homes. Nana was established in 2016 and is headquartered in Riyadh, Ar Riyad, Saudi Arabia.

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

yallacompare

Series C in 2019
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.

Golden Scent

Series B in 2019
Golden Scent is an e-commerce platform based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, specializing in branded perfumes, cosmetics, skincare, and hair products. Founded in 2014, the platform serves as an online beauty destination where customers can access a wide variety of luxury fragrances and beauty items from a single source. Notably, Golden Scent features an application that allows users to virtually try on products before making a purchase, enhancing the shopping experience and ensuring customer satisfaction. The company focuses on providing genuine beauty products, making it a reliable choice for consumers seeking quality in their beauty purchases.

Mumzworld

Series B in 2018
Mumzworld.com is a leading online shopping platform in the Middle East, specializing in products for mothers, babies, and children. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Dubai, the company serves over two million mothers across the MENA region, offering an extensive catalog of more than 200,000 products from over 2,000 global and regional brands. Its product range includes diapers, feeding essentials, toys, clothing, safety items, nursery equipment, and books. Mumzworld.com has earned a reputation for providing a convenient shopping experience by offering exclusive products and distribution rights, as well as partnering with major brands like P&G and Danone. The platform caters to customers in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, and beyond, shipping to over 20 countries. By focusing on the needs of mothers, Mumzworld.com aims to be an essential resource and shopping destination for families in the region.

Crowd Analyzer

Seed Round in 2018
The 1st fully automated social web monitoring platform that support Arabic language with it's different dialects as well as supporting English. The innovation comes from the ability to automatically understands Arabic text in terms of relevance, dialect and sentiment.

The Luxury Closet

Series C in 2018
The Luxury Closet is an online marketplace specializing in the buying, selling, and consignment of luxury items, primarily pre-owned, at discounted prices. This platform is notable for its commitment to maintaining brand integrity and ensuring the authenticity of every item. As the first of its kind in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, The Luxury Closet has rapidly established a significant market presence and scalability, achieving impressive growth in a short timeframe. By providing customers with access to authentic designer goods at more affordable rates, The Luxury Closet caters to luxury consumers seeking value without compromising on quality.

Insider

Series B in 2018
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in enhancing their marketing strategies across various stages, including acquisition, activation, retention, and revenue generation. Utilizing real-time predictive segmentation powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Insider enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across digital channels, such as the web, mobile apps, and advertising platforms. The platform is designed for ease of implementation and use, eliminating the need for complex integrations and minimizing reliance on IT teams. By combining personalization with data-driven decision-making, Insider helps clients optimize their marketing spend and improve customer engagement while reducing waste. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, Insider operates additional offices in multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates. The company has received recognition for its innovative approach, being listed among the 100 Hottest Startups by WIRED Magazine and earning accolades such as Red Herring Top 100 Europe.

BitOasis

Venture Round in 2018
BitOasis Technologies FZE is a fintech company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2015. The company operates an online platform that enables users to buy and sell bitcoins across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia. BitOasis aims to provide a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients. Its platform includes a bitcoin exchange, wallet services, and various integrations designed to facilitate seamless digital transactions. By focusing on emerging markets, BitOasis seeks to onboard consumers and businesses into an efficient, borderless payment system using blockchain technology.

OfficeRock

Venture Round in 2017
OfficeRock is an online e-commerce platform dedicated to serving small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company provides a comprehensive range of business supply solutions, including office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry essentials, cleaning products, and uniforms. Through its user-friendly online catalog, OfficeRock facilitates e-procurement, allowing clients to efficiently order and receive their needed stationery items directly at their doorstep. This focus on convenience and accessibility positions OfficeRock as a key resource for businesses looking to streamline their procurement processes.

Golden Scent

Series A in 2017
Golden Scent is an e-commerce platform based in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, specializing in branded perfumes, cosmetics, skincare, and hair products. Founded in 2014, the platform serves as an online beauty destination where customers can access a wide variety of luxury fragrances and beauty items from a single source. Notably, Golden Scent features an application that allows users to virtually try on products before making a purchase, enhancing the shopping experience and ensuring customer satisfaction. The company focuses on providing genuine beauty products, making it a reliable choice for consumers seeking quality in their beauty purchases.

Floranow

Seed Round in 2017
Floranow.com operates as an online floral market. The company offers cut flowers from selected growers in Holland, Kenya and Thailand to flower shops, hotels and event organizers across the GCC and Jordan. Floranow.com was founded in 2016 and is based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

OfficeRock

Seed Round in 2017
OfficeRock is an online e-commerce platform dedicated to serving small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company provides a comprehensive range of business supply solutions, including office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry essentials, cleaning products, and uniforms. Through its user-friendly online catalog, OfficeRock facilitates e-procurement, allowing clients to efficiently order and receive their needed stationery items directly at their doorstep. This focus on convenience and accessibility positions OfficeRock as a key resource for businesses looking to streamline their procurement processes.

Seez

Seed Round in 2017
Seez is an automotive platform that facilitates the buying and selling of cars through its mobile application. Founded in 2015 and headquartered in Beirut, Lebanon, with an office in Dubai, the company provides a smart search engine for online car listings, along with AI-powered tools and services designed to streamline the car shopping process. The Seez app is available in several markets, including the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, South Africa, and Pakistan, offering users a seamless experience that combines digital convenience with physical accessibility. Through its innovative marketplace, Seez connects automobile buyers and sellers, making the vehicle transaction process faster and more efficient.

yallacompare

Series B in 2017
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.

STEP Group

Series A in 2017
STEP Group is a leading digital and new media company in the Middle East with a house of modern news and entertainment brands.

Careem

Series D in 2016
Careem is an online booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers, providing a marketplace where users can request rides within minutes. Founded on June 15, 2012, by Abdulla Elyas, Magnus Olsson, and Mudassir Sheika, the company is headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Careem's platform allows passengers to view ride costs upfront and facilitates payment through their chosen credit card, making transportation both accessible and convenient. The service aims to offer affordable transportation options to its users by leveraging a community-driven network of drivers.

MUNCH:ON

Seed Round in 2016
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

The Luxury Closet

Series B in 2016
The Luxury Closet is an online marketplace specializing in the buying, selling, and consignment of luxury items, primarily pre-owned, at discounted prices. This platform is notable for its commitment to maintaining brand integrity and ensuring the authenticity of every item. As the first of its kind in the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region, The Luxury Closet has rapidly established a significant market presence and scalability, achieving impressive growth in a short timeframe. By providing customers with access to authentic designer goods at more affordable rates, The Luxury Closet caters to luxury consumers seeking value without compromising on quality.

yallacompare

Venture Round in 2016
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.

Insider

Series A in 2016
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in enhancing their marketing strategies across various stages, including acquisition, activation, retention, and revenue generation. Utilizing real-time predictive segmentation powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning, Insider enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across digital channels, such as the web, mobile apps, and advertising platforms. The platform is designed for ease of implementation and use, eliminating the need for complex integrations and minimizing reliance on IT teams. By combining personalization with data-driven decision-making, Insider helps clients optimize their marketing spend and improve customer engagement while reducing waste. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, Insider operates additional offices in multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, Japan, and the United Arab Emirates. The company has received recognition for its innovative approach, being listed among the 100 Hottest Startups by WIRED Magazine and earning accolades such as Red Herring Top 100 Europe.

Geeks

Seed Round in 2016
Technology is taking over and we’re becoming more and more dependent on it. It has become the core of every business in every industry and it’s dominating consumer products and households with phones, laptops, tablets and smart home technologies. Geeks is an on-demand business that connects the right Geek with businesses and consumers based on time, location and skill set. This allows the customer to get the most efficient service possible.

boxit.co

Seed Round in 2016
Boxit Technology FZ-LLC operates an online platform that connects individuals seeking additional storage for their personal belongings with logistics companies that have available space. Founded in 2015 and based in Dubai, the platform allows users to manage their items through an online visual catalog, where they can select boxes, schedule pickups, and arrange for delivery of their stored items. Boxit offers a convenient and flexible storage solution, ensuring that possessions are stored securely and can be easily transported as needed. The service includes options for packing and pickup directly from users' homes, making the storage process efficient and user-friendly.

BitOasis

Seed Round in 2016
BitOasis Technologies FZE is a fintech company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2015. The company operates an online platform that enables users to buy and sell bitcoins across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia. BitOasis aims to provide a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients. Its platform includes a bitcoin exchange, wallet services, and various integrations designed to facilitate seamless digital transactions. By focusing on emerging markets, BitOasis seeks to onboard consumers and businesses into an efficient, borderless payment system using blockchain technology.

BitOasis

Seed Round in 2016
BitOasis Technologies FZE is a fintech company based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, founded in 2015. The company operates an online platform that enables users to buy and sell bitcoins across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Saudi Arabia. BitOasis aims to provide a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients. Its platform includes a bitcoin exchange, wallet services, and various integrations designed to facilitate seamless digital transactions. By focusing on emerging markets, BitOasis seeks to onboard consumers and businesses into an efficient, borderless payment system using blockchain technology.

OfficeRock

Seed Round in 2016
OfficeRock is an online e-commerce platform dedicated to serving small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company provides a comprehensive range of business supply solutions, including office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry essentials, cleaning products, and uniforms. Through its user-friendly online catalog, OfficeRock facilitates e-procurement, allowing clients to efficiently order and receive their needed stationery items directly at their doorstep. This focus on convenience and accessibility positions OfficeRock as a key resource for businesses looking to streamline their procurement processes.

OfficeRock

Seed Round in 2016
OfficeRock is an online e-commerce platform dedicated to serving small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company provides a comprehensive range of business supply solutions, including office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry essentials, cleaning products, and uniforms. Through its user-friendly online catalog, OfficeRock facilitates e-procurement, allowing clients to efficiently order and receive their needed stationery items directly at their doorstep. This focus on convenience and accessibility positions OfficeRock as a key resource for businesses looking to streamline their procurement processes.

Mumzworld

Series A in 2016
Mumzworld.com is a leading online shopping platform in the Middle East, specializing in products for mothers, babies, and children. Founded in 2011 and headquartered in Dubai, the company serves over two million mothers across the MENA region, offering an extensive catalog of more than 200,000 products from over 2,000 global and regional brands. Its product range includes diapers, feeding essentials, toys, clothing, safety items, nursery equipment, and books. Mumzworld.com has earned a reputation for providing a convenient shopping experience by offering exclusive products and distribution rights, as well as partnering with major brands like P&G and Danone. The platform caters to customers in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, and beyond, shipping to over 20 countries. By focusing on the needs of mothers, Mumzworld.com aims to be an essential resource and shopping destination for families in the region.

Careem

Series C in 2015
Careem operates a car booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers. The company's platform provides a marketplace of community drivers where passengers can request a ride in minutes, see the cost, and have it charged to their credit card of choice, giving passengers access to affordable and advantageous transportation.

ArabiaWeather

Series A in 2015
ArabiaWeather is a company that provides comprehensive weather information through a web-based portal, offering hourly-updated forecasts and alerts specifically for the United Arab Emirates. Its services include detailed weather forecasting, real-time condition updates, and broadcasting weather shows. ArabiaWeather caters to various sectors that are significantly impacted by weather, such as media, airlines, oil and gas, agriculture, insurance, and retail. By delivering timely and accurate weather data, the company enables businesses and farmers to make informed decisions and effectively plan for weather-related challenges.

yallacompare

Series A in 2015
Yallacompare is the finance comparison site in the middle east with operations across 9 countries in the mena region. Since 2011 they have helped users compare banking products saving each one thousands of dollars every year. Since banking and insurance go hand in hand, they told their team to go out and build a platform that could save their users even more money. Their insurance tech is state of the art and built right here in the uae by their team of ninja geeks. Thanks to the efforts of their ninja geeks, you can now easily compare the price of your home insurance from the leading insurers with just a few clicks. Best of all, you can buy online and get your policy issued instantly.
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