Waqi (واقي)
Automated vulnerability scanner and SOC-in-a-box for MENA startups.
08 / 07 / 2026
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Waqi provides continuous automated penetration testing and compliance automation designed specifically for fast-growing startups in MENA and GCC. With one click, Waqi scans cloud infrastructures (AWS, GCP, Azure), web apps, and APIs for security loopholes and guides developers through remediation to achieve instant ISO-27001 and PCI-DSS compliance.
Industry
Technology
Cybersecurity
Cloud Computing / DevOps
Type
Software
Revenue Model
Subscription
Stage
Validation
Market Focus
B2B
Service Area
GCC
Current TractionEarly Users
Growth RateFast
Total Users120
Daily Active Users85
Monthly Revenue$15,000
Growth Rate %24%
Retention Rate %92%
Conversion Rate %22%
Funding StageSeed
Funding Ask$500k
Equity Stake15%
Use of Funds
50% automated scanner engine development & AI triage, 30% sales & marketing across Saudi Arabia & UAE, 20% security compliance certifications.
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...Problem
Traditional cybersecurity consulting is too expensive and slow for agile startups, leaving them vulnerable to data breaches and unable to close enterprise deals without compliance certifications.
Solution
An automated SaaS security platform that continuously monitors code repositories and cloud infrastructure, acting as a 24/7 virtual CISO.
Value Proposition
Cuts compliance readiness time from 6 months to 3 weeks at 20% of the cost of traditional security firms.