Program

KAUST Innovation Ventures

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KAUST Innovation Ventures invests in deep-tech startups across health, energy, food, water, and AI that are operating in or expanding to Saudi Arabia. It provides pre-seed to early Series A investments alongside mentorship, ecosystem access, and co-investment opportunities.

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Key facts

Organiser
King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST)
Deadline
Rolling
Amount
$2,000,000 · Investment
Open to
Saudi Arabia, Anywhere
Stages
Pre-seed, Seed, Series A
Sectors
AI and machine learning, Climate and energy, Deeptech and hardware, Food and agriculture, Healthtech

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See your fit: whether you qualify, the official application form, and Autopilot to fill it in for you. Equity, fees, format and location open with it.

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Key questions about KAUST Innovation Ventures

Who can apply to KAUST Innovation Ventures?

KAUST Innovation Ventures is aimed at startups at these stages: Pre-seed, Seed, and Series A. Founders from anywhere can apply. Only startups in these sectors qualify: AI and machine learning, Climate and energy, Deeptech and hardware, Food and agriculture, and Healthtech.

When is the KAUST Innovation Ventures deadline?

KAUST Innovation Ventures takes applications on a rolling basis, so there is no fixed deadline.

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Verified on November 3, 2026 against the official page.