Pre-seed investors in the UAE
Firms that write pre-seed cheques and are based in the UAE or invest there. Firms based in the UAE come first. Each cites its own website as the source for what is listed, with the date it was last confirmed.
An early-stage investment firm that backs European founders building for global markets and connects them with US and international networks.
An angel network that supports startups through individual investments, due diligence, mentoring, business development, and growth facilitation.
Antler was founded on the belief that people innovating is the key to building a better future. We partner with exceptional founders across six continents to launch and scale startups…
Since 2012, BECO Capital has invested in founders building technology companies across the Gulf and the broader Middle East, managing over $820 million across five funds from pre-seed…
We are building a unique Venture Builder + Operational VC ecosystem that connects in-house ideas and entrepreneurs with other changemakers that want to re-imagine new ideas and…
We are the Champions Of The Underdog. We are a small, diverse, close-knit group that is curious, passionate and driven to make stuff happen.
FasterCapital is an online incubator and venture builder based in Dubai that provides technical development, business development, direct investment, and fundraising matching services.
Ghaf Capital Partners is a Dubai-based Web3 and blockchain venture capital and private capital firm that acts as a strategic partner and growth accelerator for its portfolio companies.
At Illuminati Digital Capital, we take a hands-on approach to investing, working closely with our portfolio companies to provide strategic guidance and operational support.
Intelak is a technology and innovation hub, based in Dubai, that supports early and late-stage start-ups with the education, mentorship, tools and resources needed to address business…
A venture capital firm with over 12 years of investing in technology companies across various sectors.
Mirana is an investment firm that backs founders and fund managers building New Financial Infrastructure at the intersection of finance, blockchain, and artificial intelligence…
A holistic Venture Platform that combines operational, institutional, and financial capital through venture building, venture capital funds across MENA and Africa, and corporate…
A radical investment platform reshaping the relationship between founders and capital.
Phoenician VC is a team of seasoned investors and entrepreneurs providing investment, support, insight, and guidance to innovative ventures across the MENA region.
We fund and support initiatives that focus on building the social and economic empowerment, productivity and responsibility of Emiratis. We support creative individuals, innovative…
Founded in 2016, SRTI Park is a UAE-based innovation and technology park, freezone, and research hub established to connect academia, industry, and government.
The Catalyst is the go-to for clean-tech innovation in Abu Dhabi, offering not only funding, but also mentorship, incubation, and a launchpad for startups tackling environmental and…
The Greenhouse is Chalhoub Group's space for innovation and bold entrepreneurship, nurturing entrepreneurs through its startup studio, incubator, and accelerator programs.
Wamda Capital is an investment firm that partners with entrepreneurs to build enduring, transformational businesses.
Founded in 2020 by brothers Ammar and Mohammed (Mo) Amdani, Adapt Ventures operates as a boutique early-stage venture firm and venture studio. The firm is known for its highly…
Draper Associates is a Silicon Valley venture capital firm founded in 1985 by Tim Draper. The firm has more than 40 years of experience backing transformative technology companies…
Founder Institute is a pre-seed startup accelerator that offers structured accelerator programs to help entrepreneurs launch and grow technology startups. It provides a core program…
Nascent invests in early-stage teams with a focus on missionary founders who are building category-defining companies and protocols It was founded in 2020.
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