​VAP Group has announced the official launch of VAP Ventures, its new dedicated investment vehicle designed to directly support early-stage technology founders across the MENA region and globally. Unveiled at the Global AI Show, Global Games Show, and Global Blockchain Show in Riyadh, the initiative marks a strategic shift for the organization from hosting ecosystem platforms to deploying direct capital. ​The investment arm has set a target to back 100 startups by 2030, focusing heavily on core emerging verticals including artificial intelligence, Web3 infrastructure, decentralized networks, and digital gaming. Unlike traditional venture models that offer isolated funding, VAP Ventures is deploying a blended support framework. Selected startups will receive direct capital injections paired with immediate integration into VAP Group's broader media network, operational marketing capabilities, and global event infrastructure to accelerate go-to-market execution and regional scale. ​#M...