Tanami, a private markets investment platform based in Bahrain, has closed a new funding round with participation from tali ventures, the corporate venture capital arm of stc group, Qatar Development Bank, and UK-based 1818 Ventures. The round also included a group of strategic investors from across the region. The new capital will support Tanami's expansion into regional markets, including a planned entry into Qatar in the coming period.
Strategic Backing and Regional Ambitions
The participation of tali ventures, Qatar Development Bank, and UK-based 1818 Ventures signals strong institutional confidence in Tanami's digital wealth management model. This backing reflects a broader effort to support high-growth technology companies that can scale across the Middle East and beyond. Tanami expects the fresh funding to accelerate its regional footprint and meet rising demand for accessible private market opportunities.
Regulatory Milestones and Platform Capabilities
Tanami began its operations in Bahrain under the supervision of the Central Bank of Bahrain and recently expanded into Saudi Arabia after obtaining approval from the Capital Market Authority. The digital platform gives qualified investors access to private equity, private credit, real estate, and infrastructure opportunities managed by established global firms. Users can discover opportunities, deploy capital, and monitor their investments through a fully digital experience, helping broaden regional participation.
Executive Perspectives
Dr. Nawaf Almaskati, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Tanami Saudi Arabia, said the funding round strongly validates the company's direction and the scale of the opportunity ahead. He noted that regional investors have long been underserved in accessing private markets and that the growth to date demonstrates significant unmet demand. Faisal Aljalahma, Co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of Tanami Bahrain, added that the support endorses both the vision and the progress made in building a new regional gateway.
Company Background and Investor Profiles
Tanami was founded in 2023 by Dr. Nawaf Almaskati and Faisal Aljalahma with a focus on connecting regional investors to institutional-grade private market opportunities. tali ventures serves as the corporate venture capital arm of stc group and invests in high-growth companies across various stages. Qatar Development Bank, established in 1997, supports private sector growth and diversification aligned with Qatar National Vision 2030.
Meeting Regional Demand for Private Markets
Tanami's expansion comes as demand for private market opportunities continues to grow among investors across the Middle East. The platform addresses this trend by providing access to investments that have historically been available mainly to large institutions. Its operational growth in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia demonstrates strong appetite for a streamlined digital entry point to private assets.
Digital Wealth Management Focus
Tanami combines private market access with digital tools that allow investors to manage their portfolios and track performance online. The company partners with global asset management firms to source opportunities across private equity, private credit, real estate, and infrastructure. This approach supports the broader regional shift toward technology-enabled investment services and more diversified investor portfolios.
The funding round positions Tanami to broaden access to private market investing across the Middle East and to strengthen its digital wealth management offering. By entering Qatar and building on regulatory approvals in Bahrain and Saudi Arabia, the company aims to serve a growing base of qualified investors. The participation of established regional and international investors underscores confidence in Tanami's ability to reshape how private market opportunities are accessed in the region.