Global early stage venture capital firm Antler has announced a seven figure pre seed investment in Gainz, a fintech startup headquartered in the United Arab Emirates, aiming to reshape debt based crowdfunding across the MENA region.
Gainz is building a digital platform that connects small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) in need of working capital with both retail and institutional investors.
Gainz Lands Pre-Seed Millions to Power SME Lending
By simplifying access to debt financing, the platform enables businesses to secure funding more efficiently, while offering investors the opportunity to diversify with fixed income alternatives.
With its intuitive and transparent user experience, Gainz empowers entrepreneurs to publish funding campaigns easily, and allows investors to explore vetted opportunities with just a few clicks.
The company’s mission is to democratize access to capital and foster financial inclusion for SMEs that are often underserved by traditional banks.
This investment is a strategic move by Antler, which has a presence in over 30 cities globally and is known for supporting visionary founders from the earliest stages of their journey.
In addition to funding, Antler provides hands-on mentorship and access to a global network of investors, operators, and domain experts.
“We are excited to partner with Gainz as they work to modernize SME financing in the MENA region,” said an Antler spokesperson.
“Their platform addresses a critical gap in the market, and we believe their approach has the potential to significantly boost access to capital for growing businesses.”
Gainz plans to use the new capital to strengthen its platform’s capabilities, expand its market reach, and accelerate its mission of becoming a leading player in alternative SME financing across the region.
