Organization · Venture Capital
21 Ventures
21 Ventures, also known as 21VC, is an early-stage venture capital fund that invests in technology companies in MENA and Southeast Asia, focusing on AI, FinTech, and Industrials.
Overview
What 21 Ventures does
What 21 Ventures is
21 Ventures, also known as 21VC, is an early-stage venture capital fund that invests in technology companies in MENA and Southeast Asia, focusing on AI, FinTech, and Industrials.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
The current public profile supports funder capabilities. Each capability below is shown separately so organization identity and role-specific information do not get conflated.
Operational profile
Organization status and context
Organization status describes the entity itself. Funding and program availability appear within the relevant capability profile.
- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Venture Capital
- Structured capabilities
- Funder
- Last reviewed
- March 27, 2026
Official channels
Find 21 Ventures elsewhere
Open the official website or a supported primary organization account.
Capability profile
21 Ventures as a funder
Investment thesis
21 Ventures believes that MENA and Southeast Asia are at a historic economic inflection point driven by digital-native populations and supportive political environments, making them ideal for investment in AI, FinTech, and Industrials.
Focus narrative
21 Ventures invests primarily in the Pre-Seed and Seed stages, providing capital ranging from $500,000 to $1.5 million. The firm targets sectors such as FinTech, AI, and Industrials, with a specific focus on the MENA (Middle East and North Africa) region and Southeast Asia. Their investment strategy is centered around the belief that these emerging markets are poised for substantial economic transformation.
Value beyond capital
21 Ventures adds value to its portfolio companies through a concentrated investment model, providing hands-on support from day one. The team leverages their extensive experience in venture capital and industry expertise to help structure growth and navigate the challenges of scaling in emerging markets.
Terms and economics
- Typical check
- $500,000–$1,500,000
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Pre-seed · Seed
- Regions
- MENASoutheast Asia
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Yes
Portfolio and track record
Portfolio context
Notable portfolio company includes Receiptable, a fintech empowering retailers and financial institutions in the MENA region, with a recent investment made in January 2026.
Common questions
What to know about 21 Ventures
Upseed classifies 21 Ventures under the Venture Capital organization type. Its current public profile includes funder capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
Know what this page is based on
Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
March 27, 2026
Known limits
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