BloomPath
Pre Seed Round in 2025
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.
ClearGrid
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.
qeen.ai
Seed Round in 2025
qeen.ai is a GenAI native platform that enables autonomous AI to e-commerce firms of all sizes.
Wafeq is a software company that specializes in providing a SaaS-based finance platform designed to assist businesses in managing their accounting and invoicing needs. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also facilitating inventory management, payroll processing, and the generation of financial reports. Additionally, Wafeq simplifies compliance by automatically generating VAT returns. The solution caters to both business owners and accountants, allowing for efficient collaboration and effective data entry, ultimately streamlining financial record management and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Jusoor Labs
Seed Round in 2024
Jusoor Labs is an education technology startup that specializes in creating interactive simulations and virtual labs for students and educational institutions. The company offers a platform that enables virtual experiments across various interdisciplinary topics, catering to schools and universities that may lack the resources or budget to conduct physical experiments. By providing safety tools and access to expensive devices and equipment in a virtual format, Jusoor Labs aims to enhance the learning experience, making complex concepts more accessible and engaging for learners.
Penny Software
Seed Round in 2024
Penny Software, established in 2020 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializes in developing and providing Penny, a comprehensive cloud-based procure-to-pay system. This platform streamlines the full procurement cycle, from request to approval, enabling users to manage RFQs, compare quotations, send purchase orders, and facilitate payments. Key features include an action-driven dashboard, budget tracking, timeline management, product comparison, customizable reporting, and role-based privileges. Designed for mid-sized enterprises, Penny Software aims to consolidate spending needs into a single intelligent system, simplifying the procurement process.
Salus provides online counseling services for mental health conditions. Their services include mental health programs, therapies, science-backed self-help resources, and consultations for mental health.
TAP matches high potentials from Palestine and Jordan with global startups to make a mutual positive impact. For more: https://www.tapcareers.io/about/our-story
BitOasis
Venture Round in 2023
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. The company provides a digital asset wallet and exchange that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies. It focuses on cash-based emerging markets, offering a multi-signature wallet and exchange service that enhances asset protection and security for users. BitOasis aims to create a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients in the region. By ensuring a safe environment for transactions, BitOasis seeks to simplify access to crypto assets for investors.
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 is a software company that specializes in providing a SaaS-based finance platform designed to assist businesses in managing their accounting and invoicing needs. The platform enables users to send customized invoices, quotes, and purchase orders, while also facilitating inventory management, payroll processing, and the generation of financial reports. Additionally, Wafeq simplifies compliance by automatically generating VAT returns. The solution caters to both business owners and accountants, allowing for efficient collaboration and effective data entry, ultimately streamlining financial record management and enhancing overall operational efficiency.
Heltia
Pre Seed Round in 2022
Salus provides online counseling services for mental health conditions. Their services include mental health programs, therapies, science-backed self-help resources, and consultations for mental health.
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.
GoMyCode is an educational platform that focuses on equipping students with essential digital skills through a blend of online and offline learning experiences. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tunis, Tunisia, the company has expanded its presence to Algeria, France, and Morocco. GoMyCode offers a range of training programs in areas such as artificial intelligence, web development, deep learning, DevOps, UX design, and digital marketing. By utilizing data-driven assessments and matching techniques, the platform not only enhances learners' skills but also connects them with global tech opportunities. Its innovative approach aims to empower individuals by providing them with the knowledge and competencies needed for the future workforce.
Believe Pte Ltd. is a global conglomerate based in Singapore that specializes in the manufacturing of personal care and beauty products. The company focuses on delivering market-ready solutions by closely listening to customer needs and designing products that align with various cultural and lifestyle preferences. Believe is committed to creating personal care essentials, including no-alcohol body sprays, that are hygienically produced and free from harmful chemicals, parabens, and animal-derived ingredients. By combining cutting-edge technology, scientifically validated methods, and traditional knowledge, Believe aims to exceed global standards in the personal care industry while prioritizing consumer health and well-being.
Shift EV is an electric mobility technology startup focused on advancing the adoption of electric vehicles in commercial fleets. The company specializes in the development of electric vehicle batteries and employs proprietary electro-fitting technology to convert conventional vehicles into electric-run models. Shift EV aims to support fleet owners, operators, and financiers by providing critical insights into electric vehicle performance, including operational cost savings, electricity consumption, emissions reduction, available battery range, and mileage. By facilitating the transition to electric-driven fleets, Shift EV contributes to environmental sustainability and the conservation of natural resources, particularly in emerging markets.
Skillbee
Seed Round in 2022
Skillbee is a job platform specifically designed for migrant workers, focusing on the blue-collar sector. It connects skill-verified blue-collar workers with employers in overseas markets such as the UAE, Kuwait, and Singapore. The platform facilitates the process of finding reliable and well-paying job opportunities for these workers while also assisting companies in hiring and managing international talent effectively. Through its services, Skillbee aims to bridge the gap between skilled workers seeking better employment prospects and employers looking for qualified personnel to meet their labor needs.
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.
FreshSource
Seed Round in 2022
FreshSource is transforming the agriculture value chain with its technology-driven business-to-business platform that connects farms directly to businesses. By utilizing generational expertise, the platform effectively sources, handles, stores, and delivers horticultural products, ensuring efficient distribution. This approach not only enhances the supply chain but also addresses food security issues by reducing food loss. FreshSource's innovative model aims to streamline the delivery of fresh agricultural produce to clients, ultimately improving access to quality food.
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in optimizing their strategies across the entire marketing funnel, from acquisition to retention and revenue generation. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, the company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to provide real-time predictive segmentation. This enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across various channels, including web, mobile, and advertising platforms. Insider's unified data layer simplifies implementation and usage, reducing reliance on complex IT integrations. The platform is designed to minimize marketing waste by enhancing cross-channel customer experiences and optimizing return on ad spend. With a focus on delivering insights that enhance personalization efforts, Insider serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, finance, automotive, and travel, and has established a global presence with offices in multiple countries.
Truck It In
Seed Round in 2022
Truck It In is a logistics technology company dedicated to simplifying road freight operations for over 3.3 million businesses in Pakistan. The platform connects shippers with truckers, offering access to a reliable fleet of trucks at competitive prices. By facilitating instant load availability and ensuring back-haul load assurance, Truck It In enhances the efficiency of logistics operations. The company's innovative approach automates the delivery tracking process, aiming to unlock significant resource potential within the logistics industry.
Penny Software
Seed Round in 2022
Penny Software, established in 2020 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializes in developing and providing Penny, a comprehensive cloud-based procure-to-pay system. This platform streamlines the full procurement cycle, from request to approval, enabling users to manage RFQs, compare quotations, send purchase orders, and facilitate payments. Key features include an action-driven dashboard, budget tracking, timeline management, product comparison, customizable reporting, and role-based privileges. Designed for mid-sized enterprises, Penny Software aims to consolidate spending needs into a single intelligent system, simplifying the procurement process.
FabricAID
Seed Round in 2022
FabricAID collects, sorts, and redistributes second-hand clothes at micro prices to marginalized communities reducing fabric waste.
Taptap Send
Series B in 2021
Taptap Send is a mobile application that facilitates instant money transfers for immigrants sending funds back to Africa at low costs. Launched in the summer of 2018, the platform has successfully processed hundreds of millions of dollars and serves hundreds of thousands of customers. It operates in seven European countries and enables payments to various countries, including Ivory Coast, Senegal, Mali, Ghana, Guinea, Cameroon, Bangladesh, Kenya, Madagascar, Zambia, Vietnam, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, with plans for further expansion. Taptap Send simplifies the remittance process by allowing users to transfer money directly to mobile money wallets using just a debit card, eliminating the need for physical deposits and saving time for its clients.
Englease
Seed Round in 2021
Englease is an online educational platform focused on delivering live, accredited English language classes in the MENA region. It offers flexible one-on-one sessions designed to help users enhance their English fluency and prepare for proficiency tests such as IELTS and TOEFL. The platform enables users to track their progress and assess their learning needs, providing a structured approach to language acquisition. With its emphasis on personalized instruction, Englease aims to facilitate effective learning outcomes for students seeking to improve their English speaking skills.
RemotePass
Seed Round in 2021
RemotePass is a provider of an employer-of-record platform designed to assist companies in hiring, onboarding, and managing remote employees and contractors across 150 countries. The platform enables organizations to create legally compliant contracts and collect necessary documentation while facilitating e-signatures. It includes a suite of HR management tools, encompassing multi-currency expense management, time-off tracking, and equipment management. RemotePass streamlines payroll processing, allowing companies to pay their global teams in over 90 currencies efficiently. In addition, the RemotePass Super App offers financial services and benefits such as instant zero-fee payments through the RemotePass card, in-app health insurance plans, and various employee perks. Overall, RemotePass aims to provide a comprehensive and compliant solution for businesses looking to manage their remote workforce effectively.
Tarfin is a digital agricultural platform that aims to enhance the financial accessibility of farmers and retailers in Europe. Utilizing advanced technology and data science, the company offers a fintech lending solution that provides competitive credit terms for agricultural inputs. Its platform employs big data analytics and machine learning to compare prices of essential farm products, including fertilizers, seeds, medicines, equipment, and feed. By showcasing low-cost alternatives and various payment schemes, Tarfin empowers farmers to acquire necessary inputs at more affordable prices, thereby supporting their operational efficiency and financial sustainability.
Verity
Pre Seed Round in 2021
Verity is an interactive money management and financial learning software for families and their children.
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. The company provides a digital asset wallet and exchange that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies. It focuses on cash-based emerging markets, offering a multi-signature wallet and exchange service that enhances asset protection and security for users. BitOasis aims to create a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients in the region. By ensuring a safe environment for transactions, BitOasis seeks to simplify access to crypto assets for investors.
Halan
Venture Round in 2021
Halan is an Egyptian technology company established in 2017, operating a mobile application that caters to various consumer needs through a single platform. The app offers ride-hailing services for two and three-wheeler vehicles, on-demand logistics solutions, food delivery, and goods transportation via motorbikes or cargo tricycles. Halan also facilitates e-payments and microfinance services for its users. It has partnered with prominent fast-food chains in Egypt to provide last-mile delivery services using smart-tech integrated systems. The company aims to enhance convenience and safety for customers while offering incremental business opportunities for drivers, supporting both large organizations and small businesses in their distribution needs.
MNT-Halan
Private Equity Round in 2021
MNT-Halan is a microfinance lending and payments company focused on serving the unbanked population and promoting electronic payment solutions. The company offers a diverse range of financial services, including small and micro business lending, consumer finance, and digital payment options such as mobile wallets and cards. By combining proprietary digital channels with physical networks, MNT-Halan aims to facilitate the digitalization of banking services for both commercial and retail clients. Through its innovative solutions, MNT-Halan seeks to replace cash transactions with more accessible and efficient electronic alternatives.
GrocerApp
Series A in 2021
GrocerApp is an online supermarket that specializes in delivering a wide range of products, including groceries, vegetables, beauty and wellness items, household care products, baby and pet care supplies, and meats and seafood, directly to customers' doorsteps. The platform operates on a pure-play model, maintaining its own inventory and logistics. When users place an order through the app, the items are picked and packed at GrocerApp's fulfillment centers, and delivered by a network of freelance drivers. This efficient system allows GrocerApp to provide a hassle-free shopping experience, catering to the personal and household needs of its customers within hours.
Ziina is a financial service company that specializes in peer-to-peer payment solutions through its mobile application. The platform is designed to facilitate secure transactions, utilizing bank-grade security measures and end-to-end encryption to ensure the safety of users' financial information. By allowing individuals to send and receive funds using just a phone number, Ziina empowers users to manage their finances efficiently and take control of their monetary transactions.
LambdaTest
Series B in 2021
LambdaTest is a technology company that specializes in software testing and automation solutions for web applications. It offers a cloud-based platform designed for cross-browser testing, allowing users to assess their websites across various browsers and operating systems. The platform features both real-time and automated testing capabilities, which are particularly beneficial for industries such as software development, quality assurance, and e-commerce. By leveraging artificial intelligence, LambdaTest's unified enterprise test execution cloud platform enhances the efficiency of test execution, thereby reducing the time to market for businesses. The infrastructure supports end-to-end Selenium automation, facilitating precise debugging of browser compatibility issues on both desktop and mobile devices. This comprehensive approach enables developers and testers to manage issues collaboratively, ensuring quality releases and fostering accelerated digital transformation.
NOW Money
Venture Round in 2021
NOW Money is a fintech company that leverages mobile banking technology to offer financial services to the unbanked population in the Middle East. By providing accounts and remittance solutions, NOW Money aims to include individuals who are currently excluded from the financial system. The company focuses on low-income migrant workers in the Gulf region, offering them access to essential financial tools, including international money transfers and currency conversion services, at a reduced cost. This approach not only facilitates financial inclusion but also helps users save significantly on remittance expenses.
Hala is a developer of a digital mobile payment platform designed to facilitate secure and convenient payment transactions for both individuals and businesses. The company provides a comprehensive payment infrastructure that includes point-of-sale solutions, digital wallets, and bank cards, enabling merchants to accept credit card payments seamlessly. Hala's platform equips clients with essential digital tools to manage their payment processes effectively, control cash flow, and analyze sales data, enhancing overall operational efficiency.
FlexxPay
Seed Round in 2021
FlexxPay is a company that provides an online platform designed for employers to allow their employees to access earned salaries and commissions instantly before the regular payday. This service helps employees manage unavoidable expenses that arise between pay cycles, reducing financial stress. The platform enables businesses to offer their employees a portion of their already-earned but yet-to-be-paid salary on demand, providing an alternative to the traditional pay cycle.
Ziina is a financial service company that specializes in peer-to-peer payment solutions through its mobile application. The platform is designed to facilitate secure transactions, utilizing bank-grade security measures and end-to-end encryption to ensure the safety of users' financial information. By allowing individuals to send and receive funds using just a phone number, Ziina empowers users to manage their finances efficiently and take control of their monetary transactions.
Capsule Social
Pre Seed Round in 2021
A decentralized social media network for unbiased and open discourse, resistant to takedowns and censorship.
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.
Subsbase
Pre Seed Round in 2020
SubsBase is a cloud-based subscription and billing platform designed to assist subscription-based businesses in managing their operations, analytics, and billing processes. The platform offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface that streamlines payment, subscription, and invoice management. By providing customizable solutions for recurring revenue and subscription offerings, SubsBase allows businesses to tailor their plans, pricing, and billing cycles to meet specific requirements. The automation features of the platform enhance efficiency by reducing the overhead associated with subscriber lifecycle management, enabling companies to focus on their core products and services while saving time and resources.
GoMyCode is an educational platform that focuses on equipping students with essential digital skills through a blend of online and offline learning experiences. Founded in 2017 and headquartered in Tunis, Tunisia, the company has expanded its presence to Algeria, France, and Morocco. GoMyCode offers a range of training programs in areas such as artificial intelligence, web development, deep learning, DevOps, UX design, and digital marketing. By utilizing data-driven assessments and matching techniques, the platform not only enhances learners' skills but also connects them with global tech opportunities. Its innovative approach aims to empower individuals by providing them with the knowledge and competencies needed for the future workforce.
Penny Software
Seed Round in 2020
Penny Software, established in 2020 and headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, specializes in developing and providing Penny, a comprehensive cloud-based procure-to-pay system. This platform streamlines the full procurement cycle, from request to approval, enabling users to manage RFQs, compare quotations, send purchase orders, and facilitate payments. Key features include an action-driven dashboard, budget tracking, timeline management, product comparison, customizable reporting, and role-based privileges. Designed for mid-sized enterprises, Penny Software aims to consolidate spending needs into a single intelligent system, simplifying the procurement process.
Tarfin is a digital agricultural platform that aims to enhance the financial accessibility of farmers and retailers in Europe. Utilizing advanced technology and data science, the company offers a fintech lending solution that provides competitive credit terms for agricultural inputs. Its platform employs big data analytics and machine learning to compare prices of essential farm products, including fertilizers, seeds, medicines, equipment, and feed. By showcasing low-cost alternatives and various payment schemes, Tarfin empowers farmers to acquire necessary inputs at more affordable prices, thereby supporting their operational efficiency and financial sustainability.
Eyewa is an online optical store that aims to simplify the eyewear shopping experience for consumers. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sunglasses, prescription glasses, blue-light reading glasses, and contact lenses. By focusing on convenience and affordability, Eyewa strives to provide customers with a fashion-forward selection of eyewear that meets their individual needs.
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in optimizing their strategies across the entire marketing funnel, from acquisition to retention and revenue generation. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, the company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to provide real-time predictive segmentation. This enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across various channels, including web, mobile, and advertising platforms. Insider's unified data layer simplifies implementation and usage, reducing reliance on complex IT integrations. The platform is designed to minimize marketing waste by enhancing cross-channel customer experiences and optimizing return on ad spend. With a focus on delivering insights that enhance personalization efforts, Insider serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, finance, automotive, and travel, and has established a global presence with offices in multiple countries.
Marti
Venture Round in 2020
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.
Ureed.com
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.
Holo
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Holo is the Middle East’s first digital property buying platform, transforming the homebuying process with an integrated, end-to-end digital solution. With advanced algorithms, Holo matches customers with the optimal mortgage product tailored to their financial needs and connects them with over 2,500 real estate agents via The Hub. With a user-friendly, 24/7 interface, users can seamlessly apply, upload documents, and track progress on any connected device. Recognized in the 2020 Wamda X cohort, Holo is revolutionizing home financing in the UAE—achieving monthly loan GMV exceeding AED 1 billion.
Nana is an online grocery platform based in Saudi Arabia that specializes in providing doorstep deliveries of a diverse range of products. The platform offers an extensive selection of groceries, fruits, vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase items online. By focusing on home delivery, Nana aims to simplify the shopping experience for its users, making it easier for them to access essential goods from the comfort of their homes.
Aanaab is an online education platform focused on enhancing the skills and competencies of teachers and educators in the Arab world. The company provides a range of online courses aimed at self-development, educational strategies, and effective teaching techniques. Through its platform, Aanaab offers a variety of resources, including reading materials, lectures, and one-on-one sessions with professionals, allowing educators to develop both personal and professional skills. This approach not only supports individual growth but also aims to expand the impact of educators by enriching their knowledge and teaching practices, ultimately benefiting a wider community of learners.
Drive Ninja
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Drive Ninja, formerly known as Simply New Cars, is a car buying and leasing comparison platform based in the UAE. The company aims to streamline the car purchasing process for consumers by providing a comprehensive portal where users can discover, research, compare, and validate new and nearly new vehicles. This platform allows potential buyers to find their ideal cars based on specific features and build competitive deals, ultimately saving time and money that would otherwise be spent visiting multiple showrooms. Additionally, Drive Ninja connects regional dealerships with high-quality leads from active buyers, facilitating faster sales conversions. The company is committed to expanding its offerings to enhance the overall driving experience in the UAE.
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 focuses on developing and localizing mobile games specifically for Arabic-speaking smartphone users. The company partners with international studios and developers to adapt and culturally relevantize various game genres, including racing, RPG-MMO, strategy, puzzle, and trivia. With a strong emphasis on user acquisition, distribution, and monetization, Tamatem has successfully published over 40 games, achieving more than 50 million downloads. The company employs a team of 26 people dedicated to optimizing and managing mobile game success in the MENA market.
SubsBase is a cloud-based subscription and billing platform designed to assist subscription-based businesses in managing their operations, analytics, and billing processes. The platform offers an intuitive and user-friendly interface that streamlines payment, subscription, and invoice management. By providing customizable solutions for recurring revenue and subscription offerings, SubsBase allows businesses to tailor their plans, pricing, and billing cycles to meet specific requirements. The automation features of the platform enhance efficiency by reducing the overhead associated with subscriber lifecycle management, enabling companies to focus on their core products and services while saving time and resources.
Looplay
Pre Seed Round in 2020
Looplay is a company that offers sports video recording services through a specialized video streaming application. Their platform captures footage from cameras installed at sports facilities, allowing players, coaches, and parents to access recordings of matches and training sessions. Looplay provides features such as highlight clips, live viewing options, video tagging, and the ability to share clips on social media. Additionally, the company analyzes games and training videos, enhancing the experience for users and supporting their development in sports.
FunDok
Pre Seed Round in 2020
FunDok is a cloud-based guest experience management platform focused on the growing short-term rental market. The platform enhances travelers' experiences by providing relevant and localized information about their destinations, along with access to various services such as food delivery, grocery booking, and reservations. Additionally, FunDok offers digital apartment guides and essential information about the accommodations and surrounding areas. By leveraging these features, short-term rental operators can improve guest satisfaction, foster loyalty, diversify their revenue streams, and stand out from competitors.
Volt Lines
Series A in 2019
Volt Lines is a transportation service provider based in Istanbul, Turkey, that offers subscription-based micro-transit solutions. Founded in 2017, the company operates an online platform and a mobile application that enables users to book seats on smartly routed mini-buses for their daily commutes. Volt Lines specifically caters to corporate clients, providing an alternative to public transportation and ride-hailing services. By focusing on shorter journeys and optimizing routes, the company enhances efficiency for employees, passengers, and drivers alike. Its innovative approach aims to alleviate the challenges of commuting in urban environments while delivering a reliable transportation option for businesses.
liwwa, Inc. is a peer lending platform based in Amman, Jordan, established in 2013. The company connects small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) seeking capital with individual and institutional investors looking to diversify their investment portfolios. Through its platform, liwwa enables borrowers to apply for small business loans, facilitating access to necessary funds while allowing investors to earn regular monthly returns. The company conducts in-house evaluations of borrowers' creditworthiness and employs a lease-to-own model that provides interest-free returns for investors. By focusing on the MENA region, liwwa aims to enhance capital access for small businesses and create investment opportunities for individuals and institutions.
FlexxPay
Seed Round in 2019
FlexxPay is a company that provides an online platform designed for employers to allow their employees to access earned salaries and commissions instantly before the regular payday. This service helps employees manage unavoidable expenses that arise between pay cycles, reducing financial stress. The platform enables businesses to offer their employees a portion of their already-earned but yet-to-be-paid salary on demand, providing an alternative to the traditional pay cycle.
Crowd Analyzer
Series A in 2019
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.
Tabby Inc. is a financial technology company based in the United Arab Emirates that offers innovative payment solutions for online and offline shopping. The company specializes in a buy now, pay later service, providing consumers in the UAE and Saudi Arabia with flexible payment options. Customers can choose to pay for their purchases either in a single deferred payment or in multiple installments, allowing them to manage their spending and enhance their shopping experience. Through its platform, Tabby aims to reshape the relationship between consumers and money, promoting financial freedom and responsible spending.
Twiga Foods
Venture Round in 2019
Twiga Foods Ltd. is a mobile-based supply platform that caters to retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls across Africa. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company facilitates a cashless, business-to-business supply chain that connects small and medium-sized vendors with essential agricultural products. Twiga Foods enables vendors to order a variety of supplies, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes, through its innovative platform, streamlining the distribution process in urban markets. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also supports local businesses by improving access to quality produce.
Ziwo is a developer of a cloud contact center platform tailored for emerging markets. The company offers a B2B SaaS solution that enhances business telephony and customer service operations. Its platform is designed to provide efficient and reliable call center capabilities, utilizing cloud-based software and API functions. This flexibility allows clients to optimize the performance of their customer service and sales teams while maintaining control over their contact center operations through a unified interface. Ziwo's extensive integrations further enhance its adaptability, making it a valuable tool for businesses seeking to improve their communication and service delivery.
Clara is a developer of a legal operating platform aimed at streamlining the establishment and management of legal structures for startups. The platform automates various repetitive legal tasks, such as drafting agreements and educating founders on essential legal topics. It also assists in creating cap tables and due diligence summaries, while providing data rooms that visually represent a startup's complete legal framework. By consolidating these functions into a single platform, Clara enables clients to execute agreements, manage stakeholders, and make informed decisions more efficiently, allowing founders to focus their limited resources on their teams, products, and customers.
NOW Money
Series A in 2019
NOW Money is a fintech company that leverages mobile banking technology to offer financial services to the unbanked population in the Middle East. By providing accounts and remittance solutions, NOW Money aims to include individuals who are currently excluded from the financial system. The company focuses on low-income migrant workers in the Gulf region, offering them access to essential financial tools, including international money transfers and currency conversion services, at a reduced cost. This approach not only facilitates financial inclusion but also helps users save significantly on remittance expenses.
Floranow is a B2B online floral marketplace that connects global flower growers with buyers, including flower shops and importers primarily in the Middle East. By utilizing innovative technology, Floranow streamlines the supply chain, ensuring that flower growers can sell their products efficiently while providing buyers with access to fresh flowers. The platform facilitates the management and distribution of flowers through a cool chain system, enhancing the overall experience for both sellers and purchasers in the floral industry.
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 is an online optical store that aims to simplify the eyewear shopping experience for consumers. The company offers a diverse range of products, including sunglasses, prescription glasses, blue-light reading glasses, and contact lenses. By focusing on convenience and affordability, Eyewa strives to provide customers with a fashion-forward selection of eyewear that meets their individual needs.
Jamalon, Inc. is the largest online bookstore in the Middle East, founded in 2010 and based in Amman, Jordan. The company specializes in providing a vast selection of over 9.3 million titles in both Arabic and English, sourced from approximately 30,000 publishers. It offers books across various genres, catering to diverse reader preferences. Jamalon enhances the customer experience by providing home delivery services and customized payment options tailored to the Middle Eastern market, thus facilitating access to literature for a wide audience.
Nana is an online grocery platform based in Saudi Arabia that specializes in providing doorstep deliveries of a diverse range of products. The platform offers an extensive selection of groceries, fruits, vegetables, cosmetics, electronics, bakery items, and flowers, allowing consumers to conveniently purchase items online. By focusing on home delivery, Nana aims to simplify the shopping experience for its users, making it easier for them to access essential goods from the comfort of their homes.
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
Modanisa
Private Equity Round in 2019
Modanisa is an online fashion retailer specializing in women's Islamic clothing, dresses, and accessories. The platform caters to women of all ages, offering a diverse range of modest apparel, including designer abayas and jilbabs from well-known brands. Modanisa also provides the latest hijab styles and fashion tips tailored for Muslim women, promoting contemporary fashion within conservative dress codes. With a global shipping and delivery service, the company allows customers worldwide to access its extensive collection, enabling them to stay fashionable while adhering to their cultural values.
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 company aims to be a comprehensive online beauty destination, allowing customers to explore and purchase a wide variety of luxury fragrances and beauty items from a single source. One of the platform's standout features is its application, which enables users to virtually try on products before making a purchase, enhancing the shopping experience. Through its commitment to genuine products and customer satisfaction, Golden Scent has established itself as a key player in the online beauty market.
Twiga Foods
Series B in 2018
Twiga Foods Ltd. is a mobile-based supply platform that caters to retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls across Africa. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company facilitates a cashless, business-to-business supply chain that connects small and medium-sized vendors with essential agricultural products. Twiga Foods enables vendors to order a variety of supplies, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes, through its innovative platform, streamlining the distribution process in urban markets. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also supports local businesses by improving access to quality produce.
Tarfin is a digital agricultural platform that aims to enhance the financial accessibility of farmers and retailers in Europe. Utilizing advanced technology and data science, the company offers a fintech lending solution that provides competitive credit terms for agricultural inputs. Its platform employs big data analytics and machine learning to compare prices of essential farm products, including fertilizers, seeds, medicines, equipment, and feed. By showcasing low-cost alternatives and various payment schemes, Tarfin empowers farmers to acquire necessary inputs at more affordable prices, thereby supporting their operational efficiency and financial sustainability.
Mumzworld
Series B in 2018
Mumzworld.com is the largest e-commerce platform in the Middle East focused on products for mothers, babies, and children. Serving over 2 million mothers across the MENA region, the company offers a vast selection of more than 200,000 products from over 2,000 local and global brands, making it a comprehensive resource for families. Mumzworld.com has established itself as a leader in online retail for childcare products, providing an easy-to-navigate platform that allows users to search, compare, and purchase a wide range of items, including gear for newborns and educational toys. The company has gained recognition as the "Amazon for moms," and has partnered with major FMCG brands, securing exclusive distribution rights for many products. With a commitment to enhancing the shopping experience for mothers, Mumzworld.com has shipped over 60 tons of products to more than 20 countries, continually striving to be an essential online resource for families in the region.
Aqarmap is a real estate marketplace founded in 2011 and headquartered in Al Qahirah, Egypt. The company specializes in providing an online platform that facilitates the buying, selling, and searching of residential properties, including apartments and houses. Aqarmap offers a range of services, including property valuation, price guides, and compound guides, which equip clients with essential information to make informed financial decisions regarding real estate transactions. By streamlining the property management process, Aqarmap aims to enhance the overall experience for users in the real estate market.
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.
The Luxury Closet
Series C in 2018
The Luxury Closet is a pioneering online marketplace in the GCC region dedicated to the buying, selling, and consignment of luxury items, with a focus on pre-owned products. By ensuring the authenticity and integrity of each item, the platform allows customers to purchase designer goods at discounted prices. With its significant market reach and impressive scalability, The Luxury Closet has experienced rapid growth, achieving double-digit monthly increases in sales since its inception. The platform serves as a trusted venue for individuals seeking to access authentic luxury items while promoting a sustainable approach to fashion consumption.
Insider is a growth management platform that assists digital marketers in optimizing their strategies across the entire marketing funnel, from acquisition to retention and revenue generation. Founded in 2012 and headquartered in Singapore, the company utilizes advanced artificial intelligence and machine learning technologies to provide real-time predictive segmentation. This enables marketers to create personalized customer journeys across various channels, including web, mobile, and advertising platforms. Insider's unified data layer simplifies implementation and usage, reducing reliance on complex IT integrations. The platform is designed to minimize marketing waste by enhancing cross-channel customer experiences and optimizing return on ad spend. With a focus on delivering insights that enhance personalization efforts, Insider serves a diverse range of industries, including retail, finance, automotive, and travel, and has established a global presence with offices in multiple countries.
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 focuses on developing and localizing mobile games specifically for Arabic-speaking smartphone users. The company partners with international studios and developers to adapt and culturally relevantize various game genres, including racing, RPG-MMO, strategy, puzzle, and trivia. With a strong emphasis on user acquisition, distribution, and monetization, Tamatem has successfully published over 40 games, achieving more than 50 million downloads. The company employs a team of 26 people dedicated to optimizing and managing mobile game success in the MENA market.
Nestrom
Seed Round in 2018
Nestrom Inc. is an agricultural technology company based in Amman, Jordan, founded in 2016. It specializes in developing farm management systems that enhance the efficiency and automation of agricultural operations through advanced technologies. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including Farm Management Software, which enables farm managers to optimize operations by recording and monitoring activities at the field level. Additionally, Nestrom provides a Workforce Management System that tracks field workers' movements and activities using affordable Android devices, as well as Precision & Automation Systems for environmental monitoring. Furthermore, Nestrom operates an integrated field service management platform that supports various sectors, such as food manufacturing, construction, and energy management, focusing on streamlining quality control and operational efficiency through modules for audits, inspections, and maintenance management.
BitOasis
Venture Round in 2018
BitOasis is a cryptocurrency trading platform established in 2015 by co-founders Ola Doudin and Daniel Robenek. The company provides a digital asset wallet and exchange that facilitates the buying, selling, and trading of cryptocurrencies. It focuses on cash-based emerging markets, offering a multi-signature wallet and exchange service that enhances asset protection and security for users. BitOasis aims to create a secure and regulated infrastructure for cryptocurrency trading, catering to both retail and institutional clients in the region. By ensuring a safe environment for transactions, BitOasis seeks to simplify access to crypto assets for investors.
OfficeRock
Venture Round in 2017
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.
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 company aims to be a comprehensive online beauty destination, allowing customers to explore and purchase a wide variety of luxury fragrances and beauty items from a single source. One of the platform's standout features is its application, which enables users to virtually try on products before making a purchase, enhancing the shopping experience. Through its commitment to genuine products and customer satisfaction, Golden Scent has established itself as a key player in the online beauty market.
Floranow
Seed Round in 2017
Floranow is a B2B online floral marketplace that connects global flower growers with buyers, including flower shops and importers primarily in the Middle East. By utilizing innovative technology, Floranow streamlines the supply chain, ensuring that flower growers can sell their products efficiently while providing buyers with access to fresh flowers. The platform facilitates the management and distribution of flowers through a cool chain system, enhancing the overall experience for both sellers and purchasers in the floral industry.
News Deeply
Seed Round in 2017
News Deeply, Inc. is a media and technology company established in 2012 and based in New York, New York. It specializes in developing online platforms and user-centric projects that enhance public engagement and facilitate informed discussions on complex global issues. The company offers a news and media platform that combines news coverage, live events, information design, and social participation, catering to audiences interested in critical topics. Additionally, News Deeply creates educational content for U.S. teachers and collaborates with think tanks, institutions, and private sector partners to ideate and implement custom projects. Among its notable initiatives is Syria Deeply, an independent digital media project focused on storytelling related to global crises.
Twiga Foods
Series A in 2017
Twiga Foods Ltd. is a mobile-based supply platform that caters to retail outlets, kiosks, and market stalls across Africa. Founded in 2013 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, the company facilitates a cashless, business-to-business supply chain that connects small and medium-sized vendors with essential agricultural products. Twiga Foods enables vendors to order a variety of supplies, including bananas, pineapples, and tomatoes, through its innovative platform, streamlining the distribution process in urban markets. This approach not only enhances efficiency but also supports local businesses by improving access to quality produce.
Twiga Fruits
Series A in 2017
Twiga Fruits is committed to working with farmers to grow delicious fruit for people to enjoy. Their philosophy is that consumers appreciate knowing that the high quality fruits on their table come from a supply chain that fairly treats farmers and it’s their job to provide that bridge. Twiga Fruits is a progressive leader in Kenya’s fruit industry. With a conviction that domestic fruit sales and foreign exports should serve as a backbone of Kenya’s economy, Twiga Fruits is built around a team of reformers with over 80 collective years of agronomic and supply chain experience. In Kenya’s growing urban dwellings, Twiga Fruits is lowering prices by building distribution networks that beat the costly informal networks of layers of middlemen and brokers. When they say “Better Produce, Better Prices,” they mean it. There is no reason Kenyan fruit should cost as much in Nairobi as Dubai. For export markets, Twiga Fruits is raising standards through being the market leader in digitized traceability of products. Twiga Fruits treats all their farmers for what they are: professionals. As a company policy, Twiga Fruits differentiates itself by refusing to work with third-party “brokers”: traders who dominate the Kenyan fruit trade, profiting on farmers’ limited access to markets by buying at exploitatively prices, paying weeks later, and selling on to the local markets and exporters. Twiga Fruits instead buys directly from the farmer, and they believe a farmer deserves to get paid immediately for any produce he sells. They make sure their farmers receive the technical support to increase production levels, meet global quality standards, and seek credit to expand their operations. It’s not only the right thing to do: it’s good for the farmer, for us, for Kenya, and for consumers.
OfficeRock
Seed Round in 2017
Online e-commerce store specifically built to service small and medium businesses in the United Arab Emirates. The company aims to offer end to end business supply solutions from office supplies, paper, toners, technology, pantry, cleaning and uniforms.
Seez is a data-driven retail platform focused on automotive buying and selling services. It operates a mobile app that provides car shoppers with a smart search engine for online car listings, enhancing the efficiency of the car shopping experience. The platform utilizes proprietary, AI-powered tools to streamline the process, making it faster and more user-friendly. By combining digital tools with the convenience of physical interactions, Seez facilitates peer-to-peer automotive transactions, allowing users to easily discover, buy, and sell cars in a seamless manner.
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.
Modanisa
Venture Round in 2017
Modanisa is an online fashion retailer specializing in women's Islamic clothing, dresses, and accessories. The platform caters to women of all ages, offering a diverse range of modest apparel, including designer abayas and jilbabs from well-known brands. Modanisa also provides the latest hijab styles and fashion tips tailored for Muslim women, promoting contemporary fashion within conservative dress codes. With a global shipping and delivery service, the company allows customers worldwide to access its extensive collection, enabling them to stay fashionable while adhering to their cultural values.
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 is a car booking platform that connects passengers with local drivers, facilitating convenient and efficient transportation. The platform allows users to request rides in a matter of minutes, providing transparency by displaying the cost upfront. Payments are seamlessly processed through the passenger's chosen credit card, ensuring a hassle-free experience. By creating a marketplace of community drivers, Careem offers affordable transportation solutions, catering to the diverse needs of its users.
Modanisa
Debt Financing in 2016
Modanisa is an online fashion retailer specializing in women's Islamic clothing, dresses, and accessories. The platform caters to women of all ages, offering a diverse range of modest apparel, including designer abayas and jilbabs from well-known brands. Modanisa also provides the latest hijab styles and fashion tips tailored for Muslim women, promoting contemporary fashion within conservative dress codes. With a global shipping and delivery service, the company allows customers worldwide to access its extensive collection, enabling them to stay fashionable while adhering to their cultural values.
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 a pioneering online marketplace in the GCC region dedicated to the buying, selling, and consignment of luxury items, with a focus on pre-owned products. By ensuring the authenticity and integrity of each item, the platform allows customers to purchase designer goods at discounted prices. With its significant market reach and impressive scalability, The Luxury Closet has experienced rapid growth, achieving double-digit monthly increases in sales since its inception. The platform serves as a trusted venue for individuals seeking to access authentic luxury items while promoting a sustainable approach to fashion consumption.