Startup Wrap: Gaming, healthcare and fintech firms raise funding and expand operations in lively market
Summary
This roundup covers several software startups across MENA and beyond that announced funding rounds, product launches, and regional expansion plans. DESAISIV launched an AI-powered fair market pricing engine for corporate health insurance pricing and analytics. Epic Markets raised $10 million to build a multi-asset brokerage platform, while SkipCash secured strategic investment to expand its payment infrastructure and GCC presence. The article also highlights DoctorBook, ChatFeatured, and Fincart, which each raised capital to grow their platforms, improve technology, and scale operations.
Funding
Amount
$10.0M
Total raised
Date
August 1, 2026
Announcement date
Investors
Simplex, Garage Capital, Merak Capital, Jada Fund of Funds
Lead investors
Company
epicmarkets.com
Funded company
AskAI Classifications
Sectors
Media and Entertainment
General Media and Entertainment
Logistics and Supply Chain
Functions
Developer and IT Infrastructure
Development Platforms
Infrastructure Management
