AppliedAI Secures Strategic Funding from Mubadala and Arbor to Scale Global AI Operations

AppliedAI, the Abu Dhabi-based artificial intelligence startup building workflow solutions for regulated industries, successfully completed a Pre-Series B funding round. The investment was led by Mubadala Investment Company and Arbor Ventures to support the global scale-up of its enterprise platform, Opus. This platform is designed for mission-critical operations where operational trust and measurable productivity are mandatory requirements.

The company focuses on highly regulated sectors such as healthcare, insurance, banking, and government. Its flagship AI-native workflow platform, Opus, enables large organizations to redesign and automate complex processes while maintaining full human oversight. The system integrates agentic AI with auditability and security, allowing enterprises to achieve significant productivity gains without losing control over their data or compliance.

With over 350 employees and active deployments in the United States, Europe, and the Middle East, AppliedAI is a leading exporter of enterprise AI technology. Most of its initial pilots have now transitioned into production settings where accuracy and compliance are essential. This move addresses a global gap between model capability and the institutional readiness required for high-stakes environments.

The partnership with Mubadala and Arbor Ventures reinforces the company's role as a private-sector AI national champion in Abu Dhabi. According to CEO Arya Bolurfrushan, the investment will accelerate the global expansion of Opus while building an enduring AI company. This effort complements national AI capabilities and extends the role of the region as a hub for innovation.

This backing from a sovereign investor and a global venture capital firm validates the commercial maturity of the company. It positions the startup to capitalize on the increasing demand for reliable, secure, and industry-focused AI solutions. As organizations shift from manual operations to AI-native workflows, the company provides the necessary infrastructure for a digital transformation at scale.