Teammates.ai, formerly known as Uktob.ai, has officially rebranded following a successful funding round. Prominent investors like Hustle Fund, Access Bridge Ventures, Oraseya Capital, and others backed the rounds. This transformation marks a significant milestone for the UAE-based AI company, as it sets its sights on revolutionizing enterprise operations with its innovative AI colleagues.
Uktob.ai to Teammates.ai rebranding comes with a Vision
Founded in 2023 by Emad Ayyad and Kareem Ayyad, Teammates.ai offers businesses AI-powered colleagues designed to handle tasks such as customer support, email management, and more across 50 languages. The rebranding reflects a strategic pivot toward providing enterprise-grade AI solutions, with an expanding lineup of specialized AI agents, or “Teammates.”
Meet the AI Teammates
The platform introduced its first AI colleague, Raya, in 2024. Raya specializes in customer service, offering capabilities like voice calls, inbox management, and seamless integration with enterprise software.
Building on this momentum, Teammates.ai is now launching its second AI colleague, focusing on Inside Sales. These AI teammates boast exceptional language skills, including fluency in Arabic dialects, a groundbreaking feature for the MENA region.
Kareem Ayyad, Founder and CEO, highlighted the platform’s mission:
“Rebranding to Teammates.ai marks a defining moment in our journey to transform how businesses leverage AI. Raya and the Sales Teammate are the first steps toward building an AI Workforce designed to amplify productivity, cut costs, and allow human teams to tackle high-impact challenges.”
Recognition and Achievements
Before rebranding, Teammates.ai had already made waves in the GCC, partnering with five leading governmental entities. Key achievements include hosting the world’s largest Prompt Engineering Championship in collaboration with the Dubai Future Foundation, the Artificial Intelligence Office, and the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs.
The company’s earlier AI assistant, Faheem, attracted over 400,000 users within months of launch, cementing its reputation for delivering scalable AI solutions. These accomplishments earned it a spot on the Future100 list by the UAE Ministry of Economy.
Investor Confidence in a Growing Vision
The recent funding round underscores investor confidence in Teammates.ai’s vision. Elizabeth Yin, General Partner at Hustle Fund, praised the company’s innovation:
“2025 is the year of AI agents, and Teammates is making work easier and more efficient. We’re thrilled to support their launch!”
Shaping the Future of Work
Teammates.ai is poised to redefine the modern workplace by offering AI-driven solutions tailored to the needs of enterprises. With a commitment to empowering businesses and human teams, the company is paving the way for smarter, more efficient workflows across industries.
