MilkStraw AI, a United Arab Emirates–based AI-powered cloud optimization startup, has raised $2 million in Seed funding.
Investors
The round was led by VentureSouq, with participation from Ibtikar Fund and M Capital.
VentureSouq (VSQ) is a Dubai-based venture capital firm managing over $250 million in assets. Established in 2013, the firm follows a thesis-driven investment approach, primarily targeting early-stage FinTech and ClimateTech companies across the MENA region and global markets.
MilkStraw AI Use of Funds
The company will use the funds to accelerate product development and scale operations across MENA and additional international markets. The funding will support product expansion and operational scaling, with upcoming features including The Feed, Right Sizing and an AI-driven conversational interface for managing cloud infrastructure.
About MilkStraw AI
Founded in the U.S. in 2023 by Jawad Shreim, MilkStraw AI develops software that automates and optimizes cloud infrastructure costs for businesses. Its AI-powered cloud optimization platform is designed to simplify cloud cost management for startups. It analyzes AWS usage, identifying savings opportunities and implementing optimizations automatically. Headquartered in the UAE, the company serves over 100 startups, including customers such as Thndr, Maqsam, Ziina, Beyond Limits, and Zero.
Funding Details
Company: MilkStraw AI, Inc.
Raised: $2.0M
Round: Seed
Funding Date: January 2026
Lead Investor: VentureSouq
Additional Investors: Ibtikar Fund, M Capital
Company Website: https://www.milkstraw.ai/
Software Category: Cloud optimization / AI infrastructure SaaS
Source: https://www.wamda.com/2026/01/venturesouq-leads-2-million-seed-investment-milkstraw-ai