Anavid Secures Over $500,000 in Funding, Solidifying its Position as a Pioneer in African Tech
The Franco-Tunisian startup Anavid has confirmed its status as a pioneer in African tech by closing a funding round of over $500,000 from Madica by Flourish Ventures, GO BIG Partners, and Dido Capital. This operation marks a turning point in its international development and illustrates the growing interest of investors in artificial intelligence solutions applied to retail.
Combining Security and Operational Optimization
With its technology, Anavid combines in-store security and operational optimization. The startup's systems allow for real-time detection of shoplifting, while also providing customer journey analysis. These tools give retailers a precise vision of activity in their stores and enable them to make faster and more effective decisions.
A Key Milestone for Anavid
According to Ahmed Chaari, CEO of Anavid, this recognition is crucial: "Today, Anavid is positioned among the top 3 global startups in Computer Vision capable of leveraging existing cameras to offer ready-to-use artificial intelligence solutions." He specifies that this funding will enable the startup to strengthen its international expansion, which has already deployed its solutions in Tunisia with Monoprix, MG, and ZEN, and is now expanding to France, Belgium, and the United States.
Research and Development at the Forefront
The Anavid team, composed of engineers and researchers based in Tunisia and France, is focused on research and development to maintain its technological lead. The startup also plans to organize an international hackathon in November around AI and computer vision, inviting startups, researchers, and students to explore new applications in retail, tourism, and banking.
An Ambitious Vision
For Ahmed Chaari, this stage marks the confirmation of an ambitious vision: "We want to show that a Tunisian startup can rival global leaders and offer AI that is immediately useful for our clients."
A Major Player in African Deeptech
Thanks to this funding and its strategy of continuous innovation, Anavid is positioning itself as a major player in African deeptech, confirming the ability of Tunisian startups to make a place for themselves in the global market for artificial intelligence applied to retail.
