Solidrange Raises $2.4 Million Seed Round to Accelerate AI-Powered GRC Across Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia’s fast-growing AI and cybersecurity ecosystem has added another milestone. Riyadh-based Solidrange has secured $2.4 million in Seed funding, positioning itself to scale AI-driven governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) solutions across the Kingdom and the wider GCC region.

The round was led by Sharaka Capital, with participation from Sadu Capital, SEEDRA Ventures, and Tali Ventures, the investment arm of stc. The capital will support regional expansion, product development, and deeper integration of artificial intelligence across Solidrange’s platforms.

AI-Driven Cybersecurity for a Changing Threat Landscape

Founded in 2023 and headquartered in Riyadh, Solidrange focuses on AI-powered GRC awareness. The company already serves more than 50 enterprise customers, including government entities and publicly listed firms.

At a time when cyber threats increasingly exploit human vulnerabilities rather than purely technical gaps, Solidrange’s approach blends automation with behavioral risk management. Its flagship platforms include:

• EasyCompliance – a comprehensive GRC automation system that streamlines governance workflows, strengthens internal audits, and enhances transparency across departments.
• Awareness10 – an AI-powered cybersecurity awareness platform combining interactive training with phishing simulations to measure employee readiness and mitigate human-driven risk.

Under the leadership of CEO and Co-Founder Jamal M. Labani, the company is positioning itself as a Saudi-built platform aligned with international standards and domestic regulatory frameworks.

Vision 2030 and the Rise of AI in the Middle East

Solidrange’s momentum reflects a broader transformation underway in the Middle East. Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 initiative has placed digital transformation and cybersecurity at the heart of economic diversification. Government-backed programs are accelerating cloud adoption, AI research, and regulatory modernization, creating strong tailwinds for domestic startups.

Across the GCC, enterprises face mounting pressure to comply with evolving cybersecurity mandates while maintaining operational agility. This is driving demand for platforms that combine compliance automation with real-time risk intelligence—areas where AI-native companies are increasingly competitive.

Saudi Arabia is rapidly positioning itself as a regional AI hub. From sovereign-backed AI initiatives to large-scale digital infrastructure investments, the Kingdom is nurturing homegrown technology champions rather than relying solely on imported systems. Investors are responding by backing founders who understand regional regulatory complexity, local enterprise requirements, and evolving threat landscapes.

Regional Cybersecurity Momentum

Cyber resilience has become a central priority across the GCC as governments and enterprises accelerate digital transformation initiatives. Rapid cloud adoption, smart city projects, fintech expansion, and AI deployment have expanded the region’s digital attack surface, prompting tighter regulatory frameworks and stronger oversight expectations. As a result, organizations are placing greater emphasis on integrated governance, risk, and compliance systems that provide real-time visibility, streamline audits, and reduce operational friction.

Saudi Arabia, in particular, has emerged as a focal point for AI-driven cybersecurity development. National digital transformation programs and evolving compliance mandates are encouraging the growth of locally developed platforms tailored to domestic regulatory environments. Rather than relying exclusively on imported enterprise software, the market is increasingly supporting regional technology providers that understand local frameworks, language requirements, and sector-specific risks. This reflects a broader industry shift: the Middle East is not only expanding its cybersecurity spending—it is strengthening its own innovation capacity in AI-powered risk management.