Backed by Aramco, Wa’ed Ventures is a $500 million venture capital fund with the aim to accelerate the development of an integrated startup ecosystem by investing in local tech-based startups and incentivizing global entrepreneurs to localize their tech innovations in the Kingdom.
Riyadh Valley Co. was established in 2010 by Royal Decree No. 116 dated 13/4/1431 AH, to be the investment arm of King Saud University in the fields of Knowledge economy and the university strategic projects and Riyadh Valley Company aims to contribute effectively in the development of the knowledge economy, through a partnership between educational and research institutions and the investment community on a commercial basis by investing in joint projects that refine the experiences and practical application of university students and professors.
As the first venture capital firm in the GCC, BECO Capital has the longest track record in Gulf with two unicorn exits and a portfolio of the region's most iconic success stories. With $500M in AUM across four funds, BECO Capital is the largest non-government early-stage venture firm in the Gulf.
BECO Capital gets its name from the rocket launch event Booster Engine Cut Off, which occurs when the vessel has achieved sufficient altitude to exit the earth’s atmosphere. Our mission is to drive true innovation and progress in the region whilst being the most impactful investor, partner, and friend to the most talented founders the Gulf has to offer.
Vision Ventures is a sector-agnostic VC firm “By Entrepreneurs, for Entrepreneurs”. We invest in early-stage tech startups in MENA since 2016 offering hands-on experience to assist founders in their journey and empower them to accelerate their companies’ growth and realize their dreams.
Merak Capital is an investment firm focused on technology opportunities across multiple stages and industries Merak is built on deep technology research and understanding, staying at the forefront of digital trends, and finding investment opportunities that are aligned with adoption cycles from different sectors, locally, regionally, and globally. The firm aims to partner with the builders of tomorrow in leading technological transformations, unlocking new markets and opportunities for growth, where innovation, fueled by the entrepreneurial spirit, shapes our future.
Nomu is focused on investing in ventures with demonstrated product-market fit, typically at Seed and Series A stage. Geographically, we focus on MENA and outstanding ventures globally.
Wamda Capital is a leading Venture Capital Firm in Dubai, UAE established in 2014, focused on deploying early stage capital in the Middle East and North Africa's leading entrepreneur-led technology companies.
The Riyad Taqnia Fund (RTF) is a venture capital fund between two entities: Riyad Capital, the investment arm of Riyad Bank; and TAQNIA, which will act as Technical Advisor to Riyad Capital. The involvement of both entities allows portfolio companies to benefit from each investor’s strengths and unique characteristics. RTF Focuses on: ICT, Energy and Sustainability, Advanced Materials
Malaz Capital: we are an asset management firm operating under the regulations of the Capital Market Authority (CMA) in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. While Saudi Arabia offers investors a wealth of opportunities, it can also be challenging to identify, assess, and most importantly negotiate and close attractive investment transactions.
Malaz Capital obtained its CMA license (number 09136-36) in September 2010 and is authorized to carry out Asset Management, Dealing as Principle and Custody Services in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
