UAE-based venture builder Disrupt.com has announced a $100 million investment to build and back AI-driven startups globally. Founded by Pakistani entrepreneurs, Aaqib Gadit, Uzair Gadit, and Umair Gadit, the firm is doubling down on AI, cybersecurity, Web 3.0, automotive technology, and retail innovation, with a focus on early-stage ventures.
A Bold Move Amid Funding Slowdowns
While venture capital funding has slowed in 2024, Disrupt.com is taking a contrarian approach—expanding its investment footprint instead of retreating. The firm has already deployed $40 million, backing four growth-stage companies, seven early-stage startups, and securing a $350 million exit.
Unlike traditional VCs, Disrupt.com follows a “CoBuild” model, acting as a fractional co-founder by offering engineering, go-to-market, and operational expertise to help startups scale.
“Now is the time to double down on investment and expertise to shape the next wave of disruptive startups,” said Aaqib Gadit, Founding Partner of Disrupt.com. “With AI transforming industries and Web 3.0 still in its infancy, the opportunity to build the future is immense.”
The Five Key Investment Areas for Disrupt.com
Disrupt.com’s $100 million commitment will focus on the following areas of the global technology arena:
- Artificial Intelligence – The core theme across all investments
- Cybersecurity – Protecting digital ecosystems
- Web 3.0 – Decentralized technology and blockchain solutions
- Automotive Tech – Innovations in mobility and smart transportation
- Retail Innovation – AI-powered commerce and supply chain advancements
The firm prioritizes pre-seed to Series A startups with strong organic growth potential and clear paths to profitability.
Disrupt.com has Proven Success in Scaling Startups
Disrupt.com’s current portfolio highlights its effectiveness, featuring:
- ZigChain – A Web3.0 platform with 500,000+ users and hundreds of millions in managed assets.
- PureSquare – A cybersecurity startup focused on digital protection.
- Squatwolf – A UAE-based fitness apparel brand scaling globally.
- Agentnoon – An AI-powered organizational transformation tool.
- Ahya – A climate-tech startup driving large-scale action.
“Some investors write checks. Disrupt.com builds with you,” said Bartolome R. Bordallo, Co-Founder & CEO of ZigChain. “They helped us scale from early adopters to managing millions in assets.”
Shaping the Future of AI and Tech Innovation
With venture capital investment in MENA declining 29% in 2024, Disrupt.com’s aggressive investment strategy stands out as a major boost to the region’s tech ecosystem into MENA and Pakistan.
By focusing on AI-driven, scalable startups, the firm is positioning itself as a catalyst for the next generation of disruptive innovation.
