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Dubai-Based Fintech Qashio Raises $19.8M for Saudi Market Entry



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Dubai-based fintech firm Qashio has successfully raised $19.8 million in a strategic funding round comprising both equity and debt. This investment marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth journey as it gears up for expansion into the Saudi Arabian market and aims to scale its operations across the broader Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.

A Strategic Funding Boost

The funding round was led by Rocketship.vc, a prominent Silicon Valley-based venture firm, with continued backing from existing investors like ABN Ventures, MITAA, and Oneway VC. Notably, new strategic participants also joined the round, including MoreThan Capital from Luxembourg, unnamed regional banks, and family offices from the MENA region.

Qashio’s Fintech Footprint

Founded in 2021 by Armin Moradi, Qashio provides digital corporate cards and embedded financial services tailored for businesses across various sectors including e-commerce, consulting, government, and legal industries. Its platform helps organizations gain better control and transparency over spending, replacing traditional petty cash and manual reimbursement systems.

Qashio currently operates across 22 markets, including the UAE, Europe, and the UK. Over the past three years, the company has consistently recorded over 800% year-on-year revenue growth, with its latest quarter showing a $1.2 million profit—a strong indicator of financial sustainability and product-market fit.

Saudi Market Entry and Beyond

With fresh capital in hand, Qashio is now focusing on:

  • Expanding its geographic reach, particularly into Saudi Arabia
  • Strengthening regulatory compliance ahead of new market launches
  • Launching a new fintech loyalty program across MENA
  • Enhancing its digital infrastructure and customer experience

Transforming Corporate Spend Management in MENA

Qashio’s rapid growth and commitment to innovation are reshaping the spend management landscape in the region. By integrating digital payments and automation into enterprise workflows, Qashio aims to empower businesses with smarter financial tools and greater efficiency.

This latest funding not only validates investor confidence but also positions Qashio as a key enabler of digital financial transformation in Saudi Arabia and beyond.

About Post Author

Mirza Ashraf Beg @ Dubai

Author is a Fin-tech entrepreneur having excellent track record of over 20 years of banking and financial industry in U.A.E, Saudi Arabia and India. Wide-range of experience in Corporate & Wholesale Banking, Treasury, Investment Banking, Funds, Corporate, Commercial, Credit, Cash, Trade Finance, & Islamic Operations. Outclass expertise in Products & Regulatory Controls, Risk Management, in “Business Modeling” focused on bespoke client products along with technology adoption. Proven in-depth understanding of micro/macro financial market econometrics, Offshore, Cross Border Banking and Legal Barriers. Major Strengths: • Debt & Asset Management • Treasury, Investment & Funds • Credit Management & Product Development • Structured products and Restructuring • Hedging and Derivative Markets • FinTech & Reg Tech Advisory Expert in Regional/Global Regulatory operational management having exemplary accolades in Islamic Banking with high end achievements in structured products. Expertise in Global Intelligence, Value Research, Product Development & Processing, projects related to current global disruptive technological changes & its adaptation through FinTech Landscape – micro/macro. Author is a Fintech Writer, Market Researcher, Speaker & Panelist in various International Banking & Technology Forums: Terrapin, Clear stream/Euroclear, Fleming, BII, Allan Lloyds, Trescon, Alpha-one, PWC, Finastra Universe - Misys-Connect etc.
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