Saudi Arabia-based AI startup TabSense has raised US$5 million in its first external funding round led by Jasoor Ventures to scale its proprietary agentic AI point-of-sale (PoS) platform designed for restaurants and cafés. The funding aims to accelerate product development, expand market presence, and strengthen the company’s AI capabilities, according to Wamda.
Founded in 2024 by Mohammad Jaber, Mohammad Khleifat, Mohamad Ababatain, and Shadi Daboor, TabSense is developing what it describes as the first AI-Agentic PoS platform. Unlike traditional PoS systems that merely process transactions, TabSense leverages autonomous AI agents to handle workflow automation, inventory optimization, and menu performance analysis, allowing businesses to operate more efficiently with real-time decision support.
The startup plans to use the investment to expand across Saudi Arabia and into regional markets, hiring additional engineering talent and launching new integrations within the hospitality sector. According to Sharikat Mubasher, TabSense’s platform acts as a “digital employee” capable of understanding operational patterns and proactively suggesting actions, positioning it as a next-generation enterprise tool for restaurant chains and franchise operators.
Jasoor Ventures, which focuses on early-stage technology investments across MENA, said its backing reflects confidence in TabSense’s approach to embedding AI into core business operations rather than layering it as an add-on. The firm has been increasingly active in Saudi Arabia’s emerging deep-tech ecosystem, aligning with the country’s broader digital transformation goals under Vision 2030.
The funding comes as the region’s restaurant technology and retail software sectors experience renewed investor interest. AI-driven automation and data analytics are becoming critical for improving margins and scaling franchise operations. Startups like TabSense are capturing this shift by designing systems tailored to local market needs while maintaining global scalability.
The deal also highlights Saudi Arabia’s growing status as a hub for vertical AI applications, where sector-specific software — particularly in food services and retail — is beginning to attract substantial venture capital inflows. As regulatory reforms and digital adoption accelerate, the country’s ecosystem continues to evolve beyond fintech and logistics into more complex enterprise AI solutions.
Jasoor Ventures backs $5 million round for Saudi-based TabSense to disrupt hospitality operations