Connecting Gulf Capital with Bay Area Innovation
Saudi-based Wyld VC is making bold moves in the global tech scene with the launch of a $50 million AI-focused fund. Backed by the Lawrence E. Golub Family Office, the fund aims to support early-stage AI startups across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and San Francisco Bay Area.
The vision? To connect Gulf investment power with Silicon Valley’s tech brilliance, fueling the next generation of artificial intelligence breakthroughs.
Why AI? Why Now?
In the words of Tala Hasan Al Jabri, Founder of Wyld VC:
“We are at a generational inflection point where the Bay Area’s technical breakthroughs need allies and partners who can help them accelerate their growth. The GCC is uniquely positioned to provide both. The Middle East sees AI as the next oil.”
The fund’s launch time is quite strategic, with plans to begin investing after U.S. President Trump’s visit to the Middle East, which includes stops in Saudi Arabia and the UAE. AI is expected to be a key topic on the agenda as both nations race to become regional AI hubs.
Where will Wyld VC invest?
Wyld VC’s $50M fund will focus on early-stage startups working in artificial intelligence, with a dual presence in:
- MENA (Middle East & North Africa)
- San Francisco Bay Area (USA)
Their goal is to foster deep collaboration between the two regions, enabling:
- ✅ Capital flow from the Gulf to high-impact U.S. startups
- ✅ Access to top-tier AI talent and R&D for MENA innovators
- ✅ Joint ventures and tech transfers across borders
Wyld VC is currently headquartered in Saudi Arabia and plans to open new offices in both Silicon Valley and the UAE, reflecting its global ambition.
Strategic Timing & Vision
The fund’s launch aligns with both Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 and the UAE’s national AI strategy, which aim to:
- Build state-of-the-art data centers
- Attract international tech investment
- Use AI to diversify their oil-dependent economies
By linking the technical expertise of the Bay Area with the capital and infrastructure of the Gulf, Wyld VC wants to become a leading catalyst in the global AI race.
Why this game-changer fund by Wyld is so special?
This isn’t just another VC fund. It represents a bold regional strategy to own a piece of the global AI revolution. For startups in Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and beyond, this could mean:
- ✅ Access to world-class mentors and networks
- ✅ Cross-border investment opportunities
- ✅ A chance to scale faster — and smarter