Omantel Innovation Labs has announced the selection of eight pioneering startups for the sixth cohort of its flagship Omantel Accelerator program. Following a competitive selection process that included rigorous boot camps and expert interviews from hundreds of applicants, the new cohort represents a significant step in the organization’s commitment to advancing Oman’s technology and entrepreneurship ecosystem. The selected ventures are focused on key growth sectors, including artificial intelligence, fintech, deep tech, and smart solutions.
A Diverse Cohort Driving Innovation
The eight startups chosen for Cohort 6 bring a range of disruptive solutions to the market, showcasing the breadth of technological advancement in the region. Each venture addresses a unique challenge with a scalable model:
- AiN Technologies: A platform empowering individuals to manage their financial health while enabling companies to connect with relevant consumers.
- AlefMicro: A deep tech startup revolutionizing semiconductor design with AI-driven automation to accelerate chip development cycles.
- Bubbl: A social media platform fostering real-time connection through live messages, which has already achieved over 400,000 installs and 120,000 daily users.
- Buzz: An AI-powered travel fintech solution targeting the $52 billion APAC–MENA Muslim travel corridor with Shariah-compliant embedded finance.
- DeepAstra: A unified interface for enterprise teams to research, summarize, and prototype AI solutions while maintaining compliance and independence from public AI systems.
- JetBird: The world’s first eRecovery platform for airports and airlines, designed to automate the removal of disabled aircraft and reduce operational costs.
- Maaly: A fintech app providing individuals with tools for expense tracking and financial goal-setting, while offering businesses actionable insights into consumer behavior.
- PoultrySync: An agritech platform that uses machine learning to unify the poultry value chain, transforming farm data into predictive analytics to reduce waste and improve profitability.
Strategic Support For Scalable Growth
Participants in the Omantel Accelerator program will receive tailored mentorship, strategic guidance, and direct access to Omantel’s extensive innovation ecosystem. This support structure is designed to accelerate their growth, refine their market strategies, and scale their impact both within Oman and internationally.
Commenting on the new cohort, HH Sayyida Ghada Al-Said, Senior Manager of Omantel Innovation Labs, stated, “We are thrilled to welcome this dynamic new cohort of startups to the Omantel Accelerator. Each company brings a bold vision and an innovative solution to our portfolio that aligns with our commitment to driving technology-driven progress. We look forward to working closely with these founders, supporting their growth and helping them scale their impact in Oman and beyond.”
Strengthening Oman’s Digital Future
As a launchpad for technological breakthroughs, Omantel Innovation Labs continues to be a central catalyst for Oman’s digital transformation. By cultivating a vibrant ecosystem through expert mentorship and strategic partnerships, the Labs empower startups to achieve regional and global scale. Furthermore, the initiative is actively enriching the local startup landscape and building a robust pipeline of investments for the joint fund it manages on behalf of Omantel and the Future Fund Oman.
About Omantel Innovation Labs
Omantel Innovation Labs is an initiative by Omantel dedicated to fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across the Sultanate of Oman. It serves as a launchpad for technology startups by providing them with mentorship, strategic partnerships, and access to cutting-edge resources. The Labs are committed to cultivating a vibrant ecosystem where innovation thrives, empowering startups to scale regionally and globally while contributing to Oman’s digital future.
Source: Zawya
