DisruptAD

DisruptAD is the dedicated venture capital platform of ADQ, one of Abu Dhabi's largest sovereign-backed holding companies. It operates as a subsidiary or division within the ADQ group, investing from ADQ's balance sheet rather than raising external third-party funds. This structure allows DisruptAD to deploy permanent, patient capital with a mandate that bridges financial returns and Abu Dhabi's economic diversification goals.

DisruptAD pursues a hybrid approach. It makes direct investments in venture-stage companies globally and also participates in fund commitments to external venture capital managers. The platform covers the full venture lifecycle from seed to late-stage, often co-investing alongside established VC firms.

DisruptAD is a technology-focused, sector-agnostic venture investor targeting companies from seed to growth stage. Its geographic mandate is global, with interest in North America, Europe, and other innovation centers. A core part of the strategy is identifying companies that can expand into the MENA market, with Abu Dhabi serving as a regional hub.

The Jasoor Fund is a $180 million initiative launched by ADQ in partnership with the UAE Ministry of Economy in October 2023, focused on supporting high-growth technology companies and small-to-medium enterprises within the UAE and the broader region. DisruptAD is the logical execution platform within ADQ for venture- and SME-linked mandates, suggesting a close operational relationship, though the specific delegation of authority has not been publicly detailed by the firm.

DisruptAD's parent, ADQ, holds a vast portfolio of operating assets across critical sectors in Abu Dhabi, including energy, healthcare, transport, and agriculture. DisruptAD can leverage this ecosystem to help portfolio companies secure commercial contracts, navigate regulatory pathways, and access infrastructure or distribution partnerships in the UAE that are typically inaccessible through standard venture capital funds.