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InstaDeep

AI research and deployment - acquired by BioNTech for $682M

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InstaDeep is a Tunisian-founded AI research and deployment company building decision-making AI systems for enterprises. Acquired by BioNTech in 2023 for $682M - one of Africa's largest ever tech acquisitions. Built AlphaFold applications and autonomous logistics systems.

Facts about InstaDeep

Company type
AI
Funding stage
Acquired
Founded
2014
Founders
Karim Beguir, Zohra Slim
Headquarters
Tunis, Tunisia / London, UK
Markets
🇹🇳Tunisia
Total disclosed funding
$100M+ (acquired 2023)
Valuation
Acquired by BioNTech for $682M (2023)

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