STUCK?, the Saudi-based AI-powered language intelligence platform, has just raised a high six-figure pre-seed round to take its Arabic-first content tech to the next level. The round was led by the UK-based Mena Tech Fund (MTF)—marking their first investment in Saudi Arabia—with participation from KAUST Innovation Fund and prominent Saudi angel investors.
Among the angel investors were industry changemakers like Maha Taibah (founder of RUMMAN) and Basma Bushnak (CEO of Emkan Education, now part of PwC). The deal was also syndicated through Oqal, further signaling strong regional investor confidence.
This fresh round builds on STUCK?’s earlier support from 500 Global (Sanabil) and its 2024 win at the Taqadam Accelerator Program, proving that this AI-powered platform is on a serious upward trajectory.
Blending AI with Human Brilliance
STUCK? isn’t your average translation service—it’s a language intelligence platform that blends AI speed with human insight to deliver content that’s not just accurate, but culturally on-point.
Users can choose from three content journeys:
- âś… Fully AI-powered for speed
- âś… Fully human for precision
- âś… A hybrid model that gives the best of both worlds
This flexibility is crucial for MENA-based businesses where context, dialect, and tone matter just as much as grammar.
Over the past year, STUCK? has already landed major clients and even worked with a Saudi Giga Project, making it the go-to partner for content that speaks to people—literally and culturally.
From Bag Dreams to Big Tech
The story behind STUCK? is just as bold as the platform itself. Instead of buying a luxury designer bag, founder Asmaa Naga invested in building her vision—launching a platform that’s now reshaping Arabic content tech.
Armed with a Master’s in Applied Linguistics from Oxford University and a decade of experience, Naga knew the region didn’t need another generic translation app. It needed a solution built for Arabic, by experts, combining linguistic depth with smart AI.
What’s Next for STUCK?
With this funding, STUCK? is laser-focused on scaling:
- âś… Fine-tuning its Arabic AI models, offering businesses the chance to build custom language tools
- ✅ Adding new languages—starting with Chinese—for global market expansion
- âś… Developing on-premise AI solutions for enterprise-level privacy and integration
Leading with Women in Tech
STUCK? is also flipping the script on what tech leadership looks like in the region. The company is 93% women-led, with an international team building solutions rooted in local relevance.
The powerhouse team includes:
- âś… Asmaa Naga, Founder & CEO
- âś… Tasneem Islam, Chief Commercial Officer
- âś… Hossam Ahmed, Chief Technology Officer
Together, they’re building more than just a tech company—they’re creating a movement in MENA’s AI and content space.