By John Lee. Erbil-based start-up Midient has reportedly received a "pre-seed round" investment of $115,000 from regional accelerator Flat6Labs for its loyalty program product Kurdivia. According to Iraqi Innovators, the company was co-founded by Ahmed Jamal, Mohammed Shahoyi, and Omer Sabah. It was also picked for a $10,000 pilot investment by Canadian venture fund Loyal
From Five One Invest. Re-published with permission by Iraq Business News. ECOSYSTEM OVERVIEW The Iraqi startup ecosystem started with a bang this year. In Q1 of 2022, we witnessed an unprecedented $10.5M investment round (Baly) and $5M (TipTop). The excitement revolved not only around investment value but also around the investor profile. Specifically, Baly's round
In an effort to build an international community of supporters and allies for Iraq's startup sector, Iraqi Innovators held its first in-person event in London on 25th November 2022. The day began with a presentation by co-founders Amara Bandukada and Zahra Shah explaining the work of Iraqi Innovators and providing an overview of the Iraqi
By John Lee. Baghdad-based ed-tech platform Eduba has reportedly launched its ''Super App'' - the first EdTech super app in Iraq and MENA that offers multiple services. According to a report from Iraqi Innovators, the app has four components in their all-in-one learning management system, which includes interactive learning content, ride hailing, and payments. It
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In February, Barack and Michelle Obama announced they were putting their names behind a podcast to amplify Muslim voices via their company Higher Ground Productions.
Tell Them, I Am began streaming last Monday on Spotify, just in time for Ramadan. Hosted by Pakistani-American Misha Euceph, the first episode featured Muhammad Mvstermind Austin, a rising rapper and producer from Missouri, who will be among 22 guests this season.
Other guests slated to appear include Turkish NBA player Enes Kanter, former model Halima Aden, Malala Yousafzai and Indian tabla player Zakir Hussain.
While the first season of
Tell Them, I Am was released in 2019, the second season is poised to give the show a louder voice, thanks to the Obamas’ backing.