The Web Summit Qatar 2025, held at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center (DECC), was a landmark event in the global technology and investment ecosystem. It gathered 25,000+ attendees, 1,520+ startups, and 600+ investors from across MENA, Europe, Africa, and beyond to discuss AI, entrepreneurship, and the future of global investment (aljazeera.com).
For COREangels, Web Summit Qatar served as an opportunity to strengthen global investment ties, enabling angel investors from different parts of the world to collaborate and access new markets. A prime example of this cross-border connectivity was the presence of Aamer Mumtaz, an investor at COREangels Atlantic, who joined the COREangels MEA team to engage with startups, investors, and government representatives exploring investment in high-growth regions like MENA, Africa, Europe, and Latin America.
COREangels: A Truly Global Investment Community
At its core, COREangels is redefining early-stage investing by removing geographical barriers. Its model allows investors from Europe, Latin America, and North America to tap into emerging markets like the Middle East and Africa through the COREangels MEA fund. Likewise, investors from the MENA region can access European and Latin American startup ecosystems through partnerships with funds like COREangels Atlantic and COREangels Lisbon.
How Investors Benefit from This Cross-Border Model:
- Access to Emerging Markets: Investors can participate in fast-growing tech ecosystems beyond their home region, unlocking high-potential opportunities.
- Diversification: Investing across continents helps mitigate risks tied to local market downturns or economic shifts.
- Co-Investment Opportunities: COREangels fosters collaborative funding, where investors from different regions can co-invest in promising startups.
- Market Expansion for Startups: Startups in Brazil, Portugal, or Spain can scale into the Middle East and Africa with the support of the COREangels community, and vice versa.
This interconnected network was on full display at Web Summit Qatar, where COREangels facilitated introductions, partnerships, and investment discussions across multiple regions.
Aamer Mumtaz: A Bridge Between Investment Ecosystems
One of the key figures representing COREangels at Web Summit Qatar was Aamer Mumtaz, an investor at COREangels Atlantic.
Who is Aamer Mumtaz?
Aamer is an entrepreneur, investor, and advisor with a career spanning the United States, the European Union, and the Middle East. As the co-founder and CEO of ID-Antigens, a San Francisco-based biotech startup pioneering vaccine and therapeutic discovery, he understands the challenges of scaling innovative companies globally.
Why Was Aamer’s Presence at Web Summit Qatar Important?
His experience in supporting international startups made him a perfect fit for COREangels' cross-border investment mission at Web Summit Qatar. By engaging with investors and entrepreneurs from MENA, Africa, and Europe, he helped strengthen connections that will drive more investment into promising early-stage companies.
Web Summit Qatar: A Global Platform for Change
Web Summit Qatar was more than just an investment event—it was a reflection of how the world is shifting toward a new economic and technological landscape.
As Aamer shared in his reflections, the event showcased not only the talent and innovation in the MENA region but also the human side of investment and entrepreneurship. He met:
- Startups working on solutions for pressing societal and environmental challenges.
- Investors looking beyond Silicon Valley to fund high-growth ventures in MENA, Africa, and Europe.
- Government representatives investing in startup ecosystems and tech infrastructure.
This aligns perfectly with the COREangels mission:
Investing in entrepreneurs who are building a better future, no matter where they are.
The COREangels MEA Fund: Unlocking MENA and Africa for Global Investors
The COREangels MEA Fund, launched in partnership with PTS Holdings' ORO Partners, is a major driver of cross-border investment in Middle Eastern and African startups.
Why is this Fund Important?
- Brings investors from Europe, Latin America, and North America into MENA and Africa’s fast-growing startup ecosystem.
- Facilitates co-investments between MENA-based angels and international investors.
- Supports early-stage startups in high-growth sectors, including AI, biotech, and fintech.
For European and Latin American investors, this fund is a gateway into the Middle East and Africa, allowing them to expand their portfolios into new markets with massive growth potential.
Web Summit Qatar: A Testament to a New World Order in Investing
Aamer’s reflections on the new world order of investment and entrepreneurship point to a crucial shift:
- Silicon Valley is no longer the only game in town—talent, innovation, and capital are now flowing more freely between MENA, Africa, Europe, and Latin America.
- Public and private sector collaboration is fueling new startup ecosystems, with governments actively investing in infrastructure, talent development, and early-stage funding.
- Cross-border investment is now essential—successful startups and investors will be those who embrace a global mindset rather than staying confined to their home markets.
At COREangels, we don’t just see this shift happening—we are actively shaping it.
What’s Next? Join COREangels and Be Part of This Global Investment Movement
The participation of Aamer Mumtaz and the COREangels MEA team at Web Summit Qatar is just one example of how COREangels is revolutionizing angel investing through global connectivity.
- Are you an investor looking to expand your reach into new high-growth markets?
- Are you a startup founder seeking funding and mentorship beyond your home country?
- Are you interested in co-investing with a network of experienced angels across Europe, Latin America, MENA, and Africa?
Join COREangels today and unlock cross-border investment opportunities that will define the future of early-stage investments. Explore COREangels' investment opportunities here.
Until next year, Web Summit Qatar—see you in 2026!
