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 […]
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Iraqi Innovators Launches First Event in London
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 […]
Eduba Launches Educational "Super App"
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 […]
Video: Insider Perspective on Women Entrepreneurs in Iraq
From Five One Labs. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. As part of its Speaker Series titled "Insider Perspective on Women Entrepreneurs in Iraq", 51 Labs has hosted a webinar with: Khadija Abdul-Nabi from Ya Khadijah Zahra Shah from Iraqi Innovators […]
Iraqi e-Commerce Store gets New Funding
Orisdi, a leading e-commerce store in Iraq, has successfully raised a six-figure bridge round. Iraqi Innovators reports that the round was led by Innovest Middle East VC and a group of angel investors including Amar Shubar, Partner at Management Partners Consulting, and Omar Al-Handal, Managing director of Al Handal International Group. Orsidi was founded in […]
The Makerspaces Responding To Coronavirus in Iraq
By Fatimah Oleiwi, for Iraqi Innovators. Any opinions expressed here are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of Iraq Business News. People face many situations in life. Some are positive and bring us joy, whilst others carry challenges that make us realise things we did not before. Some situations can […]