KAUST TAQADAM
AcceleratorThuwal ยท Pre-SeedโSeed
Investment thesis
TAQADAM is a Saudi-based, highly competitive accelerator founded in 2016 by KAUST in partnership with SAB. From over 800 annual applications, up to 60 startups enter a pre-accelerator bootcamp, after which the strongest teams continue into a six-month hybrid program and receive $40,000 in funding. The program offers mentorship, targeted support, co-working space, service subsidies, and access to a network of public/private sector players and investors. Ten startups may secure follow-on funding of $100,000 at the annual showcase. It backs early-stage startups across all industries and supports both Saudi and international founders who plan to expand into Saudi Arabia.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 7, 2026.
What they invest in
from 1 of 2 portfolio companiesDeveloper Tools ร1SaaS ร1
HQs:Australiaร1
Portfolio companies ยท 2 tracked
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Developer ToolsSaaSMelbourne, AU
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does KAUST TAQADAM invest at?
- KAUST TAQADAM invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed stages.
- What is KAUST TAQADAM's typical check size?
- KAUST TAQADAM typically writes checks of $40K โ $140K.
- What sectors does KAUST TAQADAM focus on?
- KAUST TAQADAM focuses on AgTech, Climate Tech, Cybersecurity, Deep Tech, Energy, Fintech, FoodTech, Gaming, Healthtech, Logistics & Supply Chain, Mobility & Transportation, Retail Tech, Sector Agnostic, Travel & Hospitality.
- Where is KAUST TAQADAM located?
- KAUST TAQADAM is headquartered in Thuwal, SA.
Media ยท Podcasts & interviews
from their channelTAQADAM Showcase 2025
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TAQADAM Startups Showcase 2024๐
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KAUST Technology Transfer support innovators through IP
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๐ดTAQADAM Startup Showcase 2023 โ $1 Million on the line
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The transformation Process ููู ุฃุฏูุฑ ุนู ููุฉ ุงูุชุญููุ
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Story Telling & Mentorship ููู ุฃูุงูู ุงูุฏุนู ูู ู ุณูุฑุชู ููุชุญููุ
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