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Argaam OnPoint

Argaam
Saudi Arabia
Foreign Direct Investment
Women In Saudi Arabia
Startups
Soft Landing / Blossom Accelerator
D360
Fintech
Digital Banking
Startup Ecosystem In Saudi Arabia
Local Ownership / Ownership Rules
Impact46
Private Equity
Regulation
Initial Public Offerings
Entrepreneurship Investment License
Venture Capital

On Point by Argaam brings global investors inside Saudi Arabia’s transformation through unfiltered conversations with CEOs, founders, and policymakers driving the region’s future.

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SC Moatti, Founder and Managing Partner of Mighty Capital, joins Somi Arian to discuss why Saudi Arabia is emerging as one of the world’s most compelling technology investment destinations, the rise of AI, and what global founders and investors need ... more

Brian Ward, CEO of Savvy Games Group, joins Somi Arian to discuss Saudi Arabia’s ambition to become a global gaming powerhouse. From building a world-class gaming ecosystem and attracting international investment to esports, game development, and the... more

Hussein Attar, CEO of Tech Invest Com, joins Somi Arian to discuss the evolution of Saudi Arabia’s venture capital ecosystem, what makes the Kingdom one of the world’s most exciting markets for entrepreneurs, and how investors evaluate the next gener... more

In this episode, we are joined by Emon Shakoor, an entrepreneur, investor, and one of the leading figures in Saudi Arabia’s startup ecosystem.

Over the past decade, Emon has worked closely with founders, investors, and institutions, helping build th... more

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Recent Guests

Hussein Attar
CEO of Tech Invest Com
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Episode: Why Saudi Startups Are Winning | Hussein Attar
Eze Szafir
CEO of D360, the first digital bank to launch commercially in Saudi Arabia
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Episode: Banking for the Digital Generation | Eze Szafir
Dorothy Kelso
Managing Director at SuperReturn
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Episode: Why SuperReturn Chose Saudi Arabia | Dorothy Kelso
Ali Al Mansour
CEO of SAB Invest
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Episode: Investing in Saudi Arabia’s Next Chapter | Ali Al Mansour
Abdulaziz Alomran
Founder and CEO of Impact46
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Episode: Beyond the IPO in Saudi Arabia | Abdulaziz Alomran
Emon Shakoor
CEO of Blossom Accelerator
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Episode: Can Saudi Build Global Startups | EMON SHAKOOR

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Somi Arian
Host of On Point, interviewing guests and guiding the conversation

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Beyond the IPO in Saudi Arabia | Abdulaziz Alomran
Q: What's next for Fund 3 and where are you focusing your bets?
Fund 3 is about 60 million Riyals, with emphasis on fewer, larger bets in SaaS, cyber security, and AI-enabled platforms, plus continued investments in fintech and marketplace models, and an increased focus on AI-native local solutions like Moj and Lucidia.
Beyond the IPO in Saudi Arabia | Abdulaziz Alomran
Q: How much of the current portfolio is pure technology vs infrastructure, and how do you think about that spectrum?
We see technology as a backbone for enabling ecosystems, with investments spanning infrastructure-like platforms (e.g., telecom/fintech infrastructure) to consumer-facing tech, and we're increasingly focusing on software, cyber security, and AI-enabled services in Fund 3.
Why SuperReturn Chose Saudi Arabia | Dorothy Kelso
Q: What has fundamentally changed in private markets over the last 10-15 years?
The industry shifted from a fund-centric model to a platform-based approach with multiple funds across strategies, greater specialization, globalization, and more mature liquidity options for LPs.
Can Saudi Build Global Startups | EMON SHAKOOR
Q: Emon, talk to me about opportunities in Saudi and gaps founders should address?
Founders should localize offerings, build local leadership, and plan for substantial time in Saudi to develop relationships; hiring locally with clear ownership and autonomy is crucial, and navigating licenses, regulatory steps, and local platforms is essential to scale and win government or corporate opportunities.
Can Saudi Build Global Startups | EMON SHAKOOR
Q: Can you tell me what has changed in the startup ecosystem?
The ecosystem moved away from quick wins to deliberate, well-prepared engagement; firms must come with trust, track record, and time to build meaningful relationships, while government and corporate entities now act as sophisticated buyers that expect integrated partnerships rather than one-off sales.

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The show features candid conversations with finance, technology, and policy leaders who are shaping Saudi Arabia's ambitious transformation. Episodes center on fintech adoption, digital banking, private markets, venture capital, and the regulatory environment, with practical insights on market structure, fundraising, and cross-border collaboration. A recurring thread is how Saudi Arabia is diversifying beyond oil through capital markets evolution, startup accelerators, and large-scale technology initiatives, often touching on leadership, talent, and the pace of regulatory change. It's particularly notable for connecting global investors with local market dynamics, offering concrete examples, KPIs, and real-world implications for founders an... more

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4. Ali Al Mansour
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