King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
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Overview
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) is a graduate research university that operates as an investor through its venture capital arm, KAUST Innovation Ventures. The firm focuses on early-stage, deep-tech startups in sectors including health, energy, food, water, and AI. KAUST provides seed to early-stage funding and supports companies by providing access to its research ecosystem.
Investments
| Company | Date | Stage | Lead |
|---|---|---|---|
| Terraxy | Jun 2026 | Seed | Co-investor |
| Verofax | Aug 2024 | VC Round | Lead |
| WideBot AI | Mar 2022 | Grant | Co-investor |
| MisMar | Mar 2022 | Accelerator | Co-investor |
| Omniful | Mar 2022 | Grant | Co-investor |
Sector & Stage Mix
Industry, funding stage, and valuation band breakdowns.
