Raed Ventures is a Riyadh-based venture capital firm established in 2015, specializing in seed and early-stage investments in startups across Saudi Arabia and the broader MENA region. The firm focuses on various sectors, including media, retail, software, commercial services, and healthcare. Raed Ventures aims to support entrepreneurial teams that are transforming market landscapes by providing them access to the Saudi and GCC markets. The firm fosters collaboration with its sister companies to enhance startups' operational capabilities, leveraging its extensive market knowledge and network to aid in the execution of their business plans.
BloomPath is an AI-powered career and productivity coach designed to empower employees and align their growth with business success. Think of it as "the Apple Watch for work performance" due to its seamless integration into daily workflows and ability to turn achievements into actionable insights. Our product captures employee achievements from tools like GitHub, JIRA, Slack, Notion, email, and calendar apps, and translates this data into three core areas: - Planning: Helps employees set and track goals by leveraging past achievements and aligning them with company objectives. - Reflections: Provides insights on past performance, allowing employees to reflect, understand progress, and make informed decisions. - Growth: Aligns personal objectives with business goals, fostering career development while enhancing company success.
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!
SILQ
Funding Round in 2025
SILQ is a platform dedicated to bridging economies and empowering businesses to trade, grow, and navigate new frontiers. By enabling seamless commerce, logistics, and finance, SILQ unlocks opportunities in emerging economies, fueling ambitions and redefining global trade. The name SILQ is a modern tribute to the legendary Silk Road—reimagined for the digital age. The distinctive “Q” comes from Souq, the Arabic word for marketplace, symbolizing our commitment to fast, accessible, authentic, and reliable commerce. SILQ aspires to transform local products and manufacturers into global brands by connecting them with entrepreneurs in emerging markets across the Gulf, South Asia, and beyond.
ClearGrid
Seed Round in 2025
ClearGrid, creating software and AI to streamline recovery and collaborate with the existing vendors.
ClearGrid
Pre Seed Round in 2025
ClearGrid, creating software and AI to streamline recovery and collaborate with the existing vendors.
Grinta
Seed Round in 2025
Grinta is a pharmaceutical supply chain company focused on modernizing the distribution of medical products across Africa. By operating a managed marketplace, Grinta integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to enhance the interactions between manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and independent pharmacies. This approach aims to create a data-driven and efficient supply chain that provides pharmacies with a user-friendly experience. Grinta's platform enables access to a comprehensive range of traceable and trackable pharmaceutical and medical products from various vendors, ultimately empowering local pharmacies to better serve their communities.
Aya
Seed Round in 2025
Aya is a modest fashion e-commerce platform that strives to unite the fragmented modest fashion industry into a single discovery platform.
Taager
Series B in 2025
Taager is a social e-commerce platform enabling online merchants with end-to-end logistics.
Rize
Series A in 2025
Rize is a PropTech platform transforming rental payments for both residential and commercial properties. With its “Rent Now, Pay Later” service, Rize allows tenants to split their annual rent into manageable installments, which benefits both renters, who can better manage their rental budgets, and landlords, who can reach a larger consumer base and receive their yearly rental payment in advance. By enhancing affordability and flexibility, Rize inherently boosts occupancy rates across the rental market.
Halo AI
Seed Round in 2025
Halo AI provides autonomous influencer marketing solutions.
Wafeq
Series A in 2024
Wafeq is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that offers a comprehensive suite of financial management tools for business owners and accountants. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also managing inventory and payroll. Additionally, Wafeq facilitates the generation of financial reports and automates the filing of VAT returns, streamlining the accounting process. Its features support collaboration among team members and allow for bulk data entry, making it an efficient solution for managing financial records and ensuring effective business operations.
Simplified Financial Solutions Company
Seed Round in 2024
Simplified Financial Solutions Company offers startups and SMEs financial management solutions including the ability to issue virtual and physical corporate cards, manage spending and automate expense reporting.
Buildnow
Debt Financing in 2024
BuildNow is a fintech platform that serves the construction and manufacturing sectors by offering a "Build Now Pay Later" solution. It provides short-term financing specifically for raw materials, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to access the resources they need to grow. The platform streamlines the financing process, delivering credit approval within three days and enabling payment processing in just one day. Clients can benefit from flexible credit terms of up to six months, which helps optimize their cash flow and supports their business expansion.
Buildnow
Seed Round in 2024
BuildNow is a fintech platform that serves the construction and manufacturing sectors by offering a "Build Now Pay Later" solution. It provides short-term financing specifically for raw materials, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to access the resources they need to grow. The platform streamlines the financing process, delivering credit approval within three days and enabling payment processing in just one day. Clients can benefit from flexible credit terms of up to six months, which helps optimize their cash flow and supports their business expansion.
Zeal
Seed Round in 2024
Zeal operates a digital loyalty platform designed to enhance customer engagement for brands through a streamlined rewards program. The application consolidates traditional paper loyalty cards, allowing users to collect rewards from various independent retailers in Egypt and the UK. Customers can discover nearby merchants participating in the program and earn rewards with each qualifying purchase. The platform not only helps merchants retain customers but also facilitates cross-selling between different businesses, while providing valuable data analytics. By enabling personalized reward offerings and simplifying payment processes, Zeal supports both consumers and partner businesses in fostering loyalty and driving sales.
Slurrp Farm
Series C in 2024
Slurrp Farm is a food brand established in 2016 by Meghana Narayan and Shauravi Malik, focused on providing millet-based packaged food products for children. The founders identified a significant demand among parents for high-quality, nutritious food options after searching for healthy alternatives for their own children. Slurrp Farm aims to bridge this gap by offering a variety of products, including snacks, breakfast items, cereals, and natural sweeteners, all made from nutrient-rich ingredients such as ragi, jowar, bajra, foxtail millet, and amaranth. The brand's mission is to encourage healthier eating habits in children while ensuring that the products remain tasty and enjoyable.
Noon Academy
Series B in 2023
Noon Academy operates an online learning platform that focuses on enhancing educational experiences for students in the Middle East. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with offices in Cairo, Egypt, and Bengaluru, India, the platform has successfully taught 12 million students. It offers a blend of free educational content and tutoring services, allowing students to study collaboratively in groups, compete with peers, and request on-demand tutoring. The platform is designed to prepare students for various examinations, including general aptitude and achievement tests. Additionally, Noon Academy supports teachers by enabling them to build followings and earn income based on their performance and student feedback. By integrating elements of peer-to-peer learning and advanced technology, Noon Academy aims to provide equitable access to high-quality education for every student.
qlub
Seed Round in 2023
Qlub offers a fast and secure payment solution designed specifically for the restaurant industry. Its platform enables restaurant, pub, and cafe owners to display their menus and accept payments in seconds. Customers can pay their bills quickly by scanning a QR code, allowing for a seamless transaction that takes about 10 seconds, all without the need to install an app or register. This efficiency enhances the dining experience for customers while improving workflow for staff, ultimately creating a more enjoyable atmosphere for all.
palm.hr
Seed Round in 2023
palm.hr is a revolutionary customer-focused company. They maintain sane working hours while still conducting business. They believe that great software should be available and affordable to everyone, not just large corporations and enterprises. They aim to solve administration and enable HR efficiency by providing frameworks, tools, and technology.
Wafeq
Seed Round in 2023
Wafeq is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that offers a comprehensive suite of financial management tools for business owners and accountants. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also managing inventory and payroll. Additionally, Wafeq facilitates the generation of financial reports and automates the filing of VAT returns, streamlining the accounting process. Its features support collaboration among team members and allow for bulk data entry, making it an efficient solution for managing financial records and ensuring effective business operations.
Grinta
Seed Round in 2022
Grinta is a pharmaceutical supply chain company focused on modernizing the distribution of medical products across Africa. By operating a managed marketplace, Grinta integrates artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to enhance the interactions between manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and independent pharmacies. This approach aims to create a data-driven and efficient supply chain that provides pharmacies with a user-friendly experience. Grinta's platform enables access to a comprehensive range of traceable and trackable pharmaceutical and medical products from various vendors, ultimately empowering local pharmacies to better serve their communities.
Sylndr
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Sylndr is an automotive e-commerce marketplace that focuses on enhancing the used-car market by providing a reliable and transparent platform for buying and selling vehicles. The company aims to establish trust among customers, positioning itself as the preferred choice for individuals looking to engage in transactions involving high-quality used cars. Sylndr offers a diverse selection of vehicles along with various financing options, making it easier for customers to navigate the purchasing process. Through its innovative approach, Sylndr seeks to simplify the experience of buying and selling used cars, ultimately fostering greater confidence in the market.
Buildnow
Pre Seed Round in 2022
BuildNow is a fintech platform that serves the construction and manufacturing sectors by offering a "Build Now Pay Later" solution. It provides short-term financing specifically for raw materials, allowing small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to access the resources they need to grow. The platform streamlines the financing process, delivering credit approval within three days and enabling payment processing in just one day. Clients can benefit from flexible credit terms of up to six months, which helps optimize their cash flow and supports their business expansion.
Mozn
Series A in 2022
Mozn is a leading provider of customized artificial intelligence solutions in the region, specializing in the development of Arabic natural language processing (NLP) data products on a global scale. The company has created an enterprise AI platform that enables businesses to develop advanced AI applications aimed at enhancing decision-making processes. This platform utilizes advanced text intelligence and AI algorithms to assist financial institutions in screening and monitoring customers, thereby offering essential tools to protect against anti-money laundering (AML) and fraud risks. Through its innovative offerings, Mozn empowers enterprises to safeguard their operations while leveraging AI technology for improved efficiency and security.
Quant Data & Analytics
Series A in 2022
Quant Data & Analytics is a consultancy based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializing in data science services. Founded in 2015, the company offers a comprehensive range of solutions, including data analytics, business intelligence, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and data quality management. Its services encompass data visualization, predictive analytics, and analytics training, aimed at helping businesses and governments leverage data effectively. Additionally, Quant develops a data analytics platform that integrates project management, data aggregation, and metadata management, enabling clients to address operational and strategic challenges. Through its offerings, Quant Data & Analytics strives to empower organizations to optimize operations and enhance decision-making capabilities.
qlub
Seed Round in 2022
Qlub offers a fast and secure payment solution designed specifically for the restaurant industry. Its platform enables restaurant, pub, and cafe owners to display their menus and accept payments in seconds. Customers can pay their bills quickly by scanning a QR code, allowing for a seamless transaction that takes about 10 seconds, all without the need to install an app or register. This efficiency enhances the dining experience for customers while improving workflow for staff, ultimately creating a more enjoyable atmosphere for all.
Lean Technologies
Series A in 2022
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.
DAWUL
Seed Round in 2022
Dawul is an online community-based social trading platform that facilitates the sharing of financial portfolio information among investors. It is designed to assist beginner investors by providing automated tools for executing trades and following the investment strategies of professional traders. The platform enables users to access and analyze data related to various investment funds, enhancing their ability to make informed decisions about their own portfolios. By fostering a collaborative investment environment, Dawul aims to empower users to improve their trading strategies and overall financial literacy.
Hala
Venture Round in 2022
Hala is a provider of a digital mobile payment platform that facilitates secure and convenient payment transactions for both individuals and businesses. The company specializes in offering a comprehensive payment infrastructure, which includes point-of-sale (PoS) services that allow merchants to accept credit card payments. Hala's solutions also encompass digital wallets and bank cards, equipping clients with the necessary tools to manage payments, oversee cash flow, and analyze sales data effectively. Through its innovative services, Hala aims to simplify the payment process and enhance financial management for its users.
SimpliFi
Venture Round in 2021
SimpliFi is a company focused on democratizing payments through its Cards as a Service (CaaS) platform, primarily serving clients in the MENA region and Pakistan. The platform streamlines the entire card issuance process, including partner management with banks, payment schemes, processors, and identity verification, along with fulfillment and delivery. By providing a comprehensive technology stack, SimpliFi facilitates card operations and compliance functions, allowing clients to concentrate on their core business activities. This approach positions SimpliFi as a key player in enhancing accessibility and efficiency in the payments landscape.
Sary
Series C in 2021
Sary is a digital B2B marketplace based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that connects small businesses with merchant wholesalers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Launched in 2018, the platform allows small and medium-sized enterprises, including mini-market chains, hotels, restaurants, and convenience shops, to efficiently procure a wide range of products such as milk, tea, coffee, water, soft drinks, juices, oils, and chocolates. Sary's user-friendly mobile and web application enables customers to place orders for wholesale items, ranging from small boxes to large truckloads, with delivery options available as quickly as 24 hours. The company has expanded its services to 12 major cities and has served over 40,000 customers while collaborating with more than 1,700 brands and wholesalers. Sary aims to streamline the supply chain in the wholesale industry, providing businesses with immediate price quotations, product comparisons, and insights to help manage costs effectively.
Opontia
Series A in 2021
Opontia is an e-commerce acquiring company focused on purchasing and growing small businesses across the Middle East and Africa. It specializes in acquiring companies that possess strong home-grown brands and long-term competitive advantages. Opontia aims to simplify the selling process for business owners, ensuring they can receive payment within six weeks of accepting an offer. In addition to facilitating sales, Opontia offers expertise in brand building, product design and launch, logistics, and financing for small and medium enterprises. This comprehensive approach allows Opontia to effectively scale the businesses it acquires while providing a fair and efficient selling experience for owners.
Lamaa
Seed Round in 2021
Lamaa is a financial technology company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that focuses on providing solutions for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The company specializes in invoice financing services and offers software and online tools designed to manage banking and tax processes. By facilitating supply chain finance without the need for promissory notes, Lamaa enhances the financial inclusion of SMEs, allowing them to optimize working capital management for suppliers. This approach supports corporations in maximizing their treasury returns while streamlining their financial operations.
Rabbit mart
Pre Seed Round in 2021
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!
Untap
Seed Round in 2021
Untap is a submission management system that assists organizations in planning, launching, and managing online prize-based competitions and calls for applications. Its platform simplifies the entire submission process, facilitating the engagement of applicants and judges, evaluating entries, and generating detailed analyses. Untap's software includes features such as a landing page builder, form builder, and extensive application and evaluation workflows with semi-automated screening. This all-in-one innovation and talent discovery platform caters to companies, grant providers, universities, and accelerators, enabling them to effectively discover talent and innovative ideas through open innovation challenges, creative contests, hackathons, grants, and other initiatives.
Zarya App
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Zarya enables small sellers to source different products, including apparel for women and children, through its platform and sell them in their network.
palm.hr
Seed Round in 2021
palm.hr is a revolutionary customer-focused company. They maintain sane working hours while still conducting business. They believe that great software should be available and affordable to everyone, not just large corporations and enterprises. They aim to solve administration and enable HR efficiency by providing frameworks, tools, and technology.
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.
SimpliFi
Seed Round in 2021
SimpliFi is a company focused on democratizing payments through its Cards as a Service (CaaS) platform, primarily serving clients in the MENA region and Pakistan. The platform streamlines the entire card issuance process, including partner management with banks, payment schemes, processors, and identity verification, along with fulfillment and delivery. By providing a comprehensive technology stack, SimpliFi facilitates card operations and compliance functions, allowing clients to concentrate on their core business activities. This approach positions SimpliFi as a key player in enhancing accessibility and efficiency in the payments landscape.
Taager
Seed Round in 2021
Taager is a social e-commerce platform enabling online merchants with end-to-end logistics.
Trella
Venture Round in 2021
Trella is a Cairo-based company founded in 2018 that provides an online platform connecting shippers to carriers in the shipping and transportation sector. The platform enhances the efficiency of drivers and offers opportunities for increased earnings and better load utilization. Trella aims to lower shipping costs through a transparent pricing structure, ensuring shippers have access to reliable carriers. It provides real-time shipment tracking and critical insights into transportation trends and performance, fostering improved decision-making for shippers. By bridging the gap between shippers and carriers, Trella enhances the overall efficiency of the logistics process.
Tweeq
Seed Round in 2021
Tweeq is a financial technology company that specializes in providing tailored payment and banking solutions. It operates a financial management platform aimed at personal finance, offering features such as spending tracking, instant money transfers, and enriched transaction data. This platform enables users to effectively manage their finances, gain insights into their spending habits, and work towards achieving their financial goals.
Opontia
Seed Round in 2021
Opontia is an e-commerce acquiring company focused on purchasing and growing small businesses across the Middle East and Africa. It specializes in acquiring companies that possess strong home-grown brands and long-term competitive advantages. Opontia aims to simplify the selling process for business owners, ensuring they can receive payment within six weeks of accepting an offer. In addition to facilitating sales, Opontia offers expertise in brand building, product design and launch, logistics, and financing for small and medium enterprises. This comprehensive approach allows Opontia to effectively scale the businesses it acquires while providing a fair and efficient selling experience for owners.
Opontia
Debt Financing in 2021
Opontia is an e-commerce acquiring company focused on purchasing and growing small businesses across the Middle East and Africa. It specializes in acquiring companies that possess strong home-grown brands and long-term competitive advantages. Opontia aims to simplify the selling process for business owners, ensuring they can receive payment within six weeks of accepting an offer. In addition to facilitating sales, Opontia offers expertise in brand building, product design and launch, logistics, and financing for small and medium enterprises. This comprehensive approach allows Opontia to effectively scale the businesses it acquires while providing a fair and efficient selling experience for owners.
Sary
Series B in 2021
Sary is a digital B2B marketplace based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that connects small businesses with merchant wholesalers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Launched in 2018, the platform allows small and medium-sized enterprises, including mini-market chains, hotels, restaurants, and convenience shops, to efficiently procure a wide range of products such as milk, tea, coffee, water, soft drinks, juices, oils, and chocolates. Sary's user-friendly mobile and web application enables customers to place orders for wholesale items, ranging from small boxes to large truckloads, with delivery options available as quickly as 24 hours. The company has expanded its services to 12 major cities and has served over 40,000 customers while collaborating with more than 1,700 brands and wholesalers. Sary aims to streamline the supply chain in the wholesale industry, providing businesses with immediate price quotations, product comparisons, and insights to help manage costs effectively.
Wafeq
Seed Round in 2021
Wafeq is a software-as-a-service (SaaS) platform that offers a comprehensive suite of financial management tools for business owners and accountants. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also managing inventory and payroll. Additionally, Wafeq facilitates the generation of financial reports and automates the filing of VAT returns, streamlining the accounting process. Its features support collaboration among team members and allow for bulk data entry, making it an efficient solution for managing financial records and ensuring effective business operations.
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.
Salla
Series A in 2020
Salla is a Saudi-based e-commerce platform that enables users to create their own online stores in Arabic, allowing them to sell products and services directly to customers. Users can personalize their stores by choosing from various design templates and establishing a branded domain name. The platform offers comprehensive inventory management and marketing tools, along with features such as automatic invoicing, customer database management, and promotional capabilities like discounts and offers. Additionally, Salla provides detailed reports that help store owners analyze performance metrics and optimize their operations. This functionality allows e-commerce merchants to manage their businesses efficiently without incurring fees or commissions.
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.
Tabby
Seed Round 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.
Sary
Series A in 2020
Sary is a digital B2B marketplace based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, that connects small businesses with merchant wholesalers of fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG). Launched in 2018, the platform allows small and medium-sized enterprises, including mini-market chains, hotels, restaurants, and convenience shops, to efficiently procure a wide range of products such as milk, tea, coffee, water, soft drinks, juices, oils, and chocolates. Sary's user-friendly mobile and web application enables customers to place orders for wholesale items, ranging from small boxes to large truckloads, with delivery options available as quickly as 24 hours. The company has expanded its services to 12 major cities and has served over 40,000 customers while collaborating with more than 1,700 brands and wholesalers. Sary aims to streamline the supply chain in the wholesale industry, providing businesses with immediate price quotations, product comparisons, and insights to help manage costs effectively.
Dhad
Venture Round in 2019
Dhad is a publishing company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializing in the production and distribution of audiobooks in standard Arabic for both adults and children. Founded in 2014, the company offers a diverse range of fiction and non-fiction titles accessible through its mobile app and website, making it convenient for users to listen to content on various devices. Dhad's platform also includes translations of books from different languages into Arabic, covering categories such as literature, poetry, science, and Islamic fiction. By providing an extensive selection of audiobooks, Dhad aims to enhance the accessibility of literature for Arabic-speaking audiences.
Noon Academy
Series A in 2019
Noon Academy operates an online learning platform that focuses on enhancing educational experiences for students in the Middle East. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, with offices in Cairo, Egypt, and Bengaluru, India, the platform has successfully taught 12 million students. It offers a blend of free educational content and tutoring services, allowing students to study collaboratively in groups, compete with peers, and request on-demand tutoring. The platform is designed to prepare students for various examinations, including general aptitude and achievement tests. Additionally, Noon Academy supports teachers by enabling them to build followings and earn income based on their performance and student feedback. By integrating elements of peer-to-peer learning and advanced technology, Noon Academy aims to provide equitable access to high-quality education for every student.
Foodics
Series A in 2019
Foodics is a company that specializes in cloud-based restaurant management systems, primarily utilizing iPads for its operations. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, Foodics provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed for the restaurant industry, including point-of-sale transactions, inventory management, employee scheduling, and customer loyalty programs. Its solutions also feature management dashboards and kitchen displays, along with various add-on iOS applications. Serving thousands of clients across the Middle East, Foodics aims to enhance revenue and customer relationships for restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and fast-food chains. The platform supports operations in both English and Arabic, catering to a diverse clientele. With a focus on user-friendly technology, Foodics has facilitated over a billion orders, emphasizing its commitment to simplifying restaurant management.
MRSOOL
Series A in 2019
MRSOOL is an on-demand delivery platform based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2015. The company enables users to order products from any store within its operational cities, facilitating the transportation of goods directly to consumers' doorsteps. MRSOOL has experienced significant growth, processing over 1 billion Riyals and serving more than 10 million users by early 2019. It pioneered a unique customer-to-customer network in the region, allowing users to describe their delivery needs through a chat-based interface. This innovative model empowers couriers to bid for delivery jobs, creating a scalable and self-regulating system that enhances user experience and operational efficiency.
Golden Scent
Series B in 2019
Golden Scent is an online destination for genuine fragrances and beauty products.
Swvl
Series B in 2018
Swvl, LLC is a mobility company that offers an application enabling users to book fixed-route bus and van trips at affordable rates. Launched in 2017 and headquartered in Dubai, the app allows customers to reserve rides on underutilized buses during peak commuting hours without surge pricing. Swvl operates in several countries, including Egypt, Kenya, and Pakistan, providing a reliable alternative to traditional public transportation and ridesharing services. The company's primary focus is on creating a cost-effective, safe, and environmentally friendly mass transit solution, allowing commuters to travel between designated pick-up points within cities using its technology-driven platform.
Unifonic
Series A in 2018
Unifonic Inc. is a cloud-based communication solutions provider founded in 2006 and headquartered in San Francisco, California. The company specializes in developing an omnichannel customer engagement platform that facilitates seamless interactions between organizations and their customers. Unifonic offers a suite of services including SMS, voice, phone number verification, and real-time roaming detection, enabling businesses to optimize their communication strategies without the burden of maintaining expensive infrastructure. The company serves a diverse clientele in the MENA region, including notable names such as Haier, Aramex, Easy Taxi, Careem, Medgulf, and Arabia Insurance. By delivering an affordable and multilingual communication solution, Unifonic empowers organizations to enhance customer experiences and streamline engagements across various touchpoints.
TruKKer
Seed Round in 2018
TruKKer is a technology-enabled truck aggregator founded in 2016 and based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The company operates a logistics and fleet management platform that simplifies road freight and logistics operations by connecting shippers with available trucks in real-time. This integration of supply and demand enhances asset utilization, reduces transportation costs, and provides reliable cross-border services. TruKKer's cloud-based freight solutions offer comprehensive coverage and a full-service portfolio for shippers, carriers, and businesses, leveraging real-time data analytics to ensure transparency and efficiency. The company’s rapid growth has opened up opportunities for data monetization and consolidated procurement, further solidifying its position in the logistics market.
Aqarmap
Series A in 2018
Aqarmap is a real estate marketplace based in Al Qahirah, Egypt, established in 2011. The company offers an online platform that facilitates the buying, selling, and searching of residential properties, including apartments and houses. Aqarmap provides essential services such as property valuation, price guides, and listings, which help clients make informed financial decisions regarding real estate transactions. Its user-friendly platform aims to simplify the real estate management process for both buyers and sellers.
Crowd Analyzer
Seed Round in 2018
The 1st media and digital crowd monitoring, analytics and activation by which brands and agencies can understand people's opinions on social, analyze their content, ask them questions, and incentive them to do digital actions.
Salla
Seed Round in 2018
Salla is a Saudi-based e-commerce platform that enables users to create their own online stores in Arabic, allowing them to sell products and services directly to customers. Users can personalize their stores by choosing from various design templates and establishing a branded domain name. The platform offers comprehensive inventory management and marketing tools, along with features such as automatic invoicing, customer database management, and promotional capabilities like discounts and offers. Additionally, Salla provides detailed reports that help store owners analyze performance metrics and optimize their operations. This functionality allows e-commerce merchants to manage their businesses efficiently without incurring fees or commissions.
Swvl
Series A in 2018
Swvl, LLC is a mobility company that offers an application enabling users to book fixed-route bus and van trips at affordable rates. Launched in 2017 and headquartered in Dubai, the app allows customers to reserve rides on underutilized buses during peak commuting hours without surge pricing. Swvl operates in several countries, including Egypt, Kenya, and Pakistan, providing a reliable alternative to traditional public transportation and ridesharing services. The company's primary focus is on creating a cost-effective, safe, and environmentally friendly mass transit solution, allowing commuters to travel between designated pick-up points within cities using its technology-driven platform.
Syarah
Series A in 2018
Syarah Ltd. operates an online marketplace for buying and selling both new and used cars, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2015, the company aims to streamline the vehicle purchasing process for individuals and businesses by providing a user-friendly platform where customers can easily browse various car listings, access daily updates on prices and specifications, and directly contact sellers without intermediaries. In addition to facilitating car sales, Syarah offers financing solutions, allowing customers to purchase vehicles in installments through partnerships with banks and financing companies in the region. The company's commitment is to deliver quality services that meet and exceed customer expectations.
Tamatem
Series A in 2018
Tamatem Inc. is a mobile gaming studio and publishing company based in Amman, Jordan, with an additional office in Mountain View, California. Founded in 2013, Tamatem specializes in developing and localizing mobile games for Arabic-speaking smartphone users. The company collaborates with international studios to adapt games, ensuring they resonate culturally and linguistically with the Arabic audience. Tamatem's portfolio includes various genres, such as racing, RPG-MMO, strategy, puzzle, and trivia games. With a focus on user acquisition, distribution, and monetization, Tamatem has successfully published 40 games that have garnered over 50 million downloads. The company is recognized for its expertise in making games relevant to the regional market, enhancing their potential for success.
525K Global Solutions Inc.
Funding Round in 2018
Since it was founded, 525K has been pushing the frontiers of supply chain orchestration to accelerate business growth globally. 525K enables operators of logistics, of all sizes and processes, to optimize their operations within a minute using its cutting-edge technology – because there are only 525K minutes in a year. 525K has been empowering a growing network of industry leaders with its transformative technology and was entrusted with the design and management of Supply chain Optimization platform and networks enabling the optimal movement and delivery of billions of dollars’ worth of goods and services every year across several industries. In fact, 525K is the number of minutes in a year; we aspire to enable the delivery of any product where possible in 1 minute! 525K is creating products at the core of supply chain including transportation optimization platforms, warehousing and fulfillment optimization, delivery and distribution optimizations.
Dhad
Seed Round in 2018
Dhad is a publishing company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializing in the production and distribution of audiobooks in standard Arabic for both adults and children. Founded in 2014, the company offers a diverse range of fiction and non-fiction titles accessible through its mobile app and website, making it convenient for users to listen to content on various devices. Dhad's platform also includes translations of books from different languages into Arabic, covering categories such as literature, poetry, science, and Islamic fiction. By providing an extensive selection of audiobooks, Dhad aims to enhance the accessibility of literature for Arabic-speaking audiences.
Golden Scent
Series A in 2017
Golden Scent is an online destination for genuine fragrances and beauty products.
TruKKer
Seed Round in 2017
TruKKer is a technology-enabled truck aggregator founded in 2016 and based in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The company operates a logistics and fleet management platform that simplifies road freight and logistics operations by connecting shippers with available trucks in real-time. This integration of supply and demand enhances asset utilization, reduces transportation costs, and provides reliable cross-border services. TruKKer's cloud-based freight solutions offer comprehensive coverage and a full-service portfolio for shippers, carriers, and businesses, leveraging real-time data analytics to ensure transparency and efficiency. The company’s rapid growth has opened up opportunities for data monetization and consolidated procurement, further solidifying its position in the logistics market.
Malaeb
Seed Round in 2017
Malaeb is community app for football players that allows you to join matches and book fields.
Foodics
Series A in 2017
Foodics is a company that specializes in cloud-based restaurant management systems, primarily utilizing iPads for its operations. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, Foodics provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed for the restaurant industry, including point-of-sale transactions, inventory management, employee scheduling, and customer loyalty programs. Its solutions also feature management dashboards and kitchen displays, along with various add-on iOS applications. Serving thousands of clients across the Middle East, Foodics aims to enhance revenue and customer relationships for restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and fast-food chains. The platform supports operations in both English and Arabic, catering to a diverse clientele. With a focus on user-friendly technology, Foodics has facilitated over a billion orders, emphasizing its commitment to simplifying restaurant management.
Alwans
Series A in 2017
ALWANS is a famous Saudi company with diverse interests and capabilities. They invest in startup ideas and technological ventures, with an emphasis on e-commerce, online marketing, mobile apps, and mobile gaming. The firm's successful collaborations with technological and business leaders, as well as regional private enterprises, continue.
SocialDice
Seed Round in 2017
SocialDice Inc. develops and operates a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) recruitment platform that simplifies the hiring process for employers. Founded in 2013 and based in Dubai with a branch in Ramallah, the company offers a solution that allows employers to advertise job openings across multiple job sites, including LinkedIn and Monster, with just a few clicks. SocialDice's software employs artificial intelligence and semantic algorithms to analyze candidates' skills and experiences, providing insights into their qualifications and career history. This comprehensive platform enables users to manage the entire recruitment process in one place, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and collaborating with hiring teams. Additionally, it helps employers create professional job descriptions, centralize communications, and track key performance indicators to enhance their hiring strategies.
Fetchr
Series B in 2017
Fetchr helps local merchants and global brands build, launch and grow profitable eCommerce businesses with an easy to use proprietary shipping and logistics solution. With our app and a simple tap, we can locate your exact location allowing us to deliver packages to your phone faster and more efficiently. Fetchr solves the problem of no physical addresses in emerging markets.
Melltoo
Seed Round in 2017
Melltoo is a mobile marketplace designed for the buying and selling of secondhand goods, available on both iPhones and Android devices as well as through a mobile-responsive web app. The platform facilitates transactions for a wide range of items, including electronics, fashion, home appliances, and children's products. By connecting local buyers with sellers, Melltoo promotes the trading of used items while offering a money-back guarantee on every transaction, ensuring a secure and reliable experience for users.
Crowd Analyzer
Seed Round in 2016
The 1st media and digital crowd monitoring, analytics and activation by which brands and agencies can understand people's opinions on social, analyze their content, ask them questions, and incentive them to do digital actions.
Bayzat
Series A in 2016
Bayzat LLC operates an online platform in the United Arab Emirates that allows users to compare and purchase health insurance policies. Established in 2013 and headquartered in Dubai, the company also provides a suite of services including Bayzat Benefits, which enables users to track their insurance policies, view benefits and exclusions, and access information about covered networks and nearby hospitals. In addition to health insurance, Bayzat offers car insurance services and human resource software solutions that help businesses manage employee records, track time off, and administer health benefits. By streamlining the insurance and payroll processes, Bayzat aims to enhance the overall employee experience for over 80,000 individuals, particularly focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises.
Foodics
Seed Round in 2016
Foodics is a company that specializes in cloud-based restaurant management systems, primarily utilizing iPads for its operations. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in AlKhobar, Saudi Arabia, Foodics provides a comprehensive suite of tools designed for the restaurant industry, including point-of-sale transactions, inventory management, employee scheduling, and customer loyalty programs. Its solutions also feature management dashboards and kitchen displays, along with various add-on iOS applications. Serving thousands of clients across the Middle East, Foodics aims to enhance revenue and customer relationships for restaurants, food trucks, cafes, and fast-food chains. The platform supports operations in both English and Arabic, catering to a diverse clientele. With a focus on user-friendly technology, Foodics has facilitated over a billion orders, emphasizing its commitment to simplifying restaurant management.
Syarah
Seed Round in 2016
Syarah Ltd. operates an online marketplace for buying and selling both new and used cars, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Founded in 2015, the company aims to streamline the vehicle purchasing process for individuals and businesses by providing a user-friendly platform where customers can easily browse various car listings, access daily updates on prices and specifications, and directly contact sellers without intermediaries. In addition to facilitating car sales, Syarah offers financing solutions, allowing customers to purchase vehicles in installments through partnerships with banks and financing companies in the region. The company's commitment is to deliver quality services that meet and exceed customer expectations.
Eventtus
Venture Round in 2016
Eventtus is an event engagement platform that simplifies the event management process for organizers and enhances the experience for attendees. Organizers can quickly input event details, create dedicated web pages, sell tickets, and develop customized mobile apps that feature event agendas, speaker bios, and live announcements. The platform fosters attendee interaction by allowing users to engage with sessions, participate in real-time polls, and network with other participants. Through its comprehensive tools, Eventtus enables organizers to monitor audience engagement, facilitate Q&As, and gather feedback via quick surveys, thereby improving event planning and outcomes. For attendees, the app serves as a central hub for all event-related information, enhancing connectivity and interaction throughout the event.
Morni
Seed Round in 2016
Morni, founded in 2014 and based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, operates an interactive platform that offers roadside assistance services through a mobile application. The company caters to both individuals and corporations across Saudi Arabia and the Gulf Countries. Its application connects users with a variety of services, including towing, battery repair or replacement, vehicle unlocking in emergencies, tire issue resolution, and fuel delivery. By providing these essential services, Morni aims to enhance the driving experience and eliminate common inconveniences faced by motorists.
SocialDice
Seed Round in 2015
SocialDice Inc. develops and operates a Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) recruitment platform that simplifies the hiring process for employers. Founded in 2013 and based in Dubai with a branch in Ramallah, the company offers a solution that allows employers to advertise job openings across multiple job sites, including LinkedIn and Monster, with just a few clicks. SocialDice's software employs artificial intelligence and semantic algorithms to analyze candidates' skills and experiences, providing insights into their qualifications and career history. This comprehensive platform enables users to manage the entire recruitment process in one place, from sourcing and screening to interviewing and collaborating with hiring teams. Additionally, it helps employers create professional job descriptions, centralize communications, and track key performance indicators to enhance their hiring strategies.
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