Rasmal Ventures, Emirates NBD make key investment in TeamSec
Qatar's Rasmal Ventures, one of Doha's leading venture capital firms, and UAE-based Deniz Ventures have jointly invested in TeamSec, the world's first AI-powered securitization platform,transforming the structured finance industry through its innovative Securitization-as-a-Service platform.
Deniz Ventures is the venture capital fund of DenizBank, established under the Emirates NBD Innovation Fund - the Corporate Venture Capital arm of Emirates NBD Group.
With a total investment raise of $7.6 million, TeamSec aims to accelerate its growth operations, focusing on rapid expansion in the Middle East and North Africa region.
Additionally, TeamSec also aims to diversify its product and service portfolio and enhance current service offerings.
Focused on accelerating the digital transformation of the financial sector, TeamSec is driving the creation of a more efficient and transparent financial ecosystem by digitizing securitization processes.
Through its AI and data analytics-based solutions, TeamSec seeks to create critical value for investors and financial institutions.
Rasmal Ventures' Co-Managing Partner, Alexander Wiedmer said: "TeamSec's bold vision to revolutionize the securitization industry across the Middle East and beyond resonates strongly with us. Their mission-driven, execution-focused team exemplifies the kind of ambition and innovation we are excited to support."
"Our investment, alongside Deniz Ventures, reflects our commitment to advance fintech solutions that redefine traditional financial processes. By backing teams like TeamSec, with deep expertise in their field, we aim to accelerate digital transformation and fortify the regional financial ecosystem," he added.
On the investment, Ahmed Al Qassim, Group Head of Wholesale Banking at Emirates NBD said: "We recognize the immense potential securitization holds in supporting regional growth. Our recent strategic investment in TeamSec, a fintech innovator specializing in Securitization-as-a-Service, underscores our commitment to shaping this market and enabling its growth."
"We are the first investor in TeamSec, supporting the founder and team in their growth journey at an early stage," he stated.
Neohub CEO Gürhan Çam said TeamSec's technological infrastructure will lay the groundwork for stronger collaborations among financial institutions in the future and contribute significantly to the financial ecosystem.
"Digital transformation in the fintech sector is no longer a luxury but a necessity. As DenizBank and Neohub, we aim to address the technological gaps in the field of securitization by collaborating with startups through our investment in TeamSec. We recognize that TeamSec's innovations in securitization have the potential to set new industry standards."
Emphasizing the role Emirates NBD unit played in the deal, Neeraj Makin, Group Head of Strategy, Analytics, and Venture Capital at Emirates NBD, said: "Emirates NBD's Innovation Fund drives strategic investments in cutting-edge fintech startups like TeamSec, enabling us to deliver tailored solutions that align with our vision of being the most innovative bank for our customers."
"As the industry evolves, the fund ensures we stay ahead of disruptive trends while enhancing the digital experience for our clients," he added.
Esad Erkam Köroğlu, Founder and CEO of TeamSec, highlighted that this strategic investment from Deniz Ventures combined with the VC mindset and experience of the Rasmal Ventures' team, is a key enabler in achieving the company's vision.
"The investment we received from ENBD and Rasmal Ventures demonstrates the trust placed in TeamSec's vision and technological prowess by these renowned institutions," stated Köroğlu.
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