Abu Dhabi’s 2PointZero Group acquires stake in US wearable health-tech firm Whoop, expanding Gulf investment in digital health and performance monitoring.
A subsidiary of 2PointZero Group, the Abu Dhabi–based investment company backed by International Holding Company (IHC), has acquired an undisclosed stake in US health-technology company Whoop. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Founded in 2012, Whoop develops wearable health technology designed to provide continuous physiological monitoring and personalised performance insights. The company operates a subscription-based model that combines a wearable device with a digital coaching platform, enabling users to track metrics such as heart rate variability, sleep patterns, respiratory rate, and recovery levels.
Whoop’s platform is widely used by professional athletes, military personnel, and health-focused consumers seeking to optimise performance and overall wellbeing. The company has previously raised more than $400 million in funding from investors, including SoftBank Vision Fund, Institutional Venture Partners (IVP), and GP Bullhound.
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The investment expands 2PointZero’s exposure to the global health-technology sector and digital wellness market. The Abu Dhabi group was formed following the consolidation of several entities, including Multiply Group and Ghitha Holding, creating a diversified platform with interests spanning energy, mining, and financial services.
Founded in 2003 and headquartered in Abu Dhabi, 2PointZero positions itself as a transformational investment platform focused on scalable global assets. The company is also investing in emerging sectors tied to artificial intelligence, digital innovation, and the global energy transition.
The stake in Whoop signals growing interest from Gulf investors in health-technology companies that combine wearable devices, data analytics, and subscription services to address rising global demand for preventive healthcare and performance optimisation.
Why 2PointZero Investment Matters to MENA
The investment highlights growing Gulf interest in global health-technology platforms as regional investors diversify into digital health, AI-driven wellness, and wearable technology. For MENA markets, partnerships with companies like Whoop could accelerate the adoption of preventive health solutions, sports performance analytics, and data-driven healthcare services. The move also reflects Abu Dhabi’s broader strategy of investing in high-growth technology sectors while positioning itself as a global hub for innovation and advanced health technologies.
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