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Gulf Islamic Investments Secures $100 Million in Growth Capital
Gulf Islamic Investments (GII), a UAE-based alternative investment firm, has raised $100 million in new growth capital. This funding aims to expand private equity (PE) opportunities in Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region. Contributors include the Al Nahdi family...
UAE based OCTA Raises $2.25M to Simplify SME Payment
OCTA, a UAE-based fintech startup, raised $2.25 million in its pre-seed funding round. The round was co-led by Quona Capital and Sadu Capital, with participation from Sukna Ventures, Plus VC, 500 Global, and notable angel investors like Pawel Iwanow and Dom Monhardt....
4Partners Secures $3.6M to Expand Dropshipping Services in UAE
Dubai-based dropshipping platform 4Partners has raised $3.6 million to expand its services across the UAE. This funding will drive the company’s regional growth and enhance its e-commerce solutions. As demand for dropshipping increases, 4Partners aims to simplify...
Choosing the Right Funding Options: Crowdfunding VC Funding
In the world of startups, securing funding is one of the first and most crucial steps toward turning an idea into a successful business. Two of the most popular funding options available to entrepreneurs today are crowdfunding and venture capital (VC) funding. While...
What is Venture Capital (VC) and How Does it Work?
Venture capital (VC) is a type of private equity financing provided by investors to early-stage companies with strong growth potential. Unlike traditional loans, (VC) is typically invested in exchange for equity in the company. As a result, it is a high-risk,...
Best Countries in the MENA Region to Launch a Startup in 2024
The MENA region is becoming a hotbed for startup innovation, supported by government reforms, rapidly advancing digital infrastructure, and increased access to venture capital. In 2024, several countries in the Middle East and North Africa are emerging as prime...
Al Menu Secures 38M SAR to Transform Saudi Restaurant Industry
Al Menu, a Saudi company specializing in restaurant operational solutions, raised 38 million Saudi Riyals (USD 10.3 million) in a recent funding round led by Al Majdiah Investment. The company will use this funding to expand and cement its position in Saudi Arabia's...
Quantum Adtech Startup Secures Funding in $7M Pre-Series-A
Saudi Arabia-based adtech platform Quantum has secured funding as part of its $7 million Pre-Series-A round. HearstLab, the investment arm of Hearst Corporation, led the round. This investment marks HearstLab’s first venture in the Middle East, highlighting the...
Podeo Secures $5.4M in Series A Funding for Podcast Distribution
UAE-based podcast platform Podeo has raised $5.4 million in a Series A round. The funding was led by Oraseya Capital, with additional investors such as Ibtikar Fund, Cedar Mundi Ventures, Samarium, iSME, and Razor Capital. Founded in 2020 by Stefano Fallaha, Anthony...