Finbar Secures Pre-Seed Funding to Scale AI Financial Research Platform
12 June 2025, United Kingdom . Finbar, the AI financial research platform, announced that it has raised an undisclosed amount in a pre-seed funding from several funds and angels including Nama Ventures, Y Combinator, the Oxford Seed Fund, Founders Capital, Unpopular Ventures, and others. The investment will support plans to rapidly scale the capabilities of […]
Navigating the Kingdom’s Ascent: Key Insights from the Saudi Arabia Venture Capital Landscape
Saudi Arabia’s venture investment ecosystem is not just growing; it’s undergoing a Rapid Evolution, transforming into a dynamic hub for innovation and entrepreneurial growth. Fueled by a clear vision for economic diversification and the emergence of a vibrant startup culture, the Kingdom is attracting increasing attention from regional and global investors alike. A recent analysis […]
Nama Ventures Secures CMA Approval to Launch Investment Management Operations in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — May 4, 2025 — Nama Ventures Capital Co., one of the first foreign venture capital firms to become fully regulated under Saudi Capital Markets law, has received formal approval from the Capital Market Authority (CMA) to commence its investment management operations in the Kingdom. The milestone marks a significant strategic step […]
Saudi Arabia Tops Emerging Markets in Venture Capital, Overtaking Singapore
Riyadh – Saudi Arabia has become the leading emerging market for venture capital, surpassing Singapore in Q1 2025 with $391 million in funding, a significant 53% year-over-year increase. This growth positions the Kingdom as the top performer in MENA, Africa, Pakistan, Turkey, and Southeast Asia. Dominating MENA VC Saudi Arabia dominated MENA, capturing 58% of […]
U.S. Venture Capital in 2024: Signs of Stabilization Amidst Strategic Shifts
The venture capital landscape in the United States navigated a complex economic environment in 2024, revealing signs of stabilization alongside significant shifts in investment focus and fundraising dynamics. A total of $215.4 billion was invested across 14,320 deals, marking a substantial 30% increase in deal volume compared to 2023. This resurgence in activity occurred despite […]
“The Rise of Vertical AI in Accounting” Findings
Main Pointers of the article “The Rise of Vertical AI in Accounting” The video linked in the article details the following challenges confronting the accounting industry: Significant CPA retirement (75% expected in next decade). Declining number of people entering the field. Increasing demand for accounting professionals. Growing complexity of accounting work (especially taxes). Massive market […]
PIESHIP Secures SAR 7.875 Million in Seed Funding Led by Nama Ventures
Riyadh, February 12, 2025 – PIESHIP, a company specializing in smart logistics and last-mile delivery solutions, has announced the successful closure of its seed funding round, raising SAR 7.875 million. The round was led by Nama Ventures, with participation from prominent investment funds including SEEDRA Ventures and angel investors. This investment will support PIESHIP‘s expansion […]
Rize Closes Series A Investment Round of SAR 132 Million Led by Raed Ventures
Rize, a leading real estate technology company in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, announced the closure of a Series A investment round worth SAR 132 million (USD 35 million), which includes a mix of equity and debt. The round was led by Raed Ventures, with participation from Seedra Ventures through its second fund as well […]
Saudi Arabia’s Venture Capital Scene Booms in 2024, Attracting Global Investors
Saudi Arabia’s venture capital (VC) market experienced remarkable growth in 2024, fueled by strong government support, an influx of international investors, and a thriving startup ecosystem. This surge aligns with the Kingdom’s Vision 2030, which prioritizes economic diversification and positions startups and VC investments as key drivers of transformation. Government Initiatives and Vision 2030 Drive […]
Nama Ventures Tops Forbes Middle East’s Inaugural List of Top Venture Capitalists
Forbes Middle East has released its first-ever ranking of the Top Venture Capitalists for 2024, and Nama Ventures has emerged as a leader in the region’s vibrant startup ecosystem. This prestigious list recognizes the most active and influential venture capital (VC) firms driving innovation, growth, and success in the Middle East. These trailblazers aren’t simply […]
