Dubai-based digital investment platform Stryde has acquired Qora71, an angel investor network supported by Abu Dhabi’s Hub71. The network will now operate under the name Stryde71, a new vertical aimed at broadening access to global venture capital opportunities for both retail and qualified investors.
Stryde is regulated by the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) and focuses on opening up private market investments through a digital-first platform. With the acquisition of Qora71, Stryde is extending its reach into the angel investment space by integrating Qora71’s syndication model into its broader offering.
Qora71 was launched under Hub71’s Angel Investor Support Programme and quickly grew into a strong community of over 130 active angel investors. In less than six months, the syndicate deployed more than $2 million across 50 early-stage startups. The platform offered structured co-investment opportunities, connecting strategic angels with promising founders across the region.
The newly branded Stryde71 will build on that foundation to offer seamless access to vetted startup deals, including tools for deal discovery, due diligence, and investment execution. It aims to make venture investing more transparent and accessible to a wider audience.
Youssef Salem, the founder of Qora71, has joined Stryde as a Partner and will lead efforts to scale the angel syndicate model in new markets. “Qora71 was born out of a desire to give exceptional founders access to meaningful capital, connectivity, and market access,” said Salem. “Now with Stryde, we can scale that impact exponentially.”
Stryde71 becomes the second major vertical under the Stryde brand, following Stryde Sports. The company is also developing additional sector-specific investment arms to further open up private markets.
With this acquisition, Stryde continues to strengthen its position in the UAE’s growing startup ecosystem, supporting its vision to democratize access to venture capital and make private investing simpler and more scalable.
