In a city embraced by the shadow of untold stories, a significant transformation is taking place. Despite the challenges and setbacks faced due to years of conflict, a promising tech scene emerges in Mosul, defying the echoes of the barriers that once existed. Led by initiatives like the Shaalan Marwan Tech Hub, Mosul’s tech scene […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Ancient artefacts and sites of heritage are prone to calamities, both natural and manmade. Recently, the world has witnessed some unexpected incidents which have damaged sites such as the fire to the 200 year old National Museum of Brazil and the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Notre Dame Cathedral in France. Restoration is often slow […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
The Iraq Hackathon brought together tech entrepreneurs across Iraq in an online event that took place from the 6th to the 8th of November. After 450 applications, 65 business ideas were chosen and evaluated for their validity in the Iraqi market. After a weekend of mentorship and building a prototype and pitch deck, 10 teams […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
After fleeing Mosul in 2015, Yousif Alneamy embarked on an expedition to Europe in search for better opportunities. A life under the Islamic State (ISIS) could not be the only way. Yousif eventually ended up in the Netherlands, but not after countless difficulties including the perilous boat journey to Greece. His eventual return to Mosul […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
As part of the Iraq Technology and Entrepreneurship Alliance, I had the opportunity to lead the country’s (and possibly the Middle East’s) largest hackathon: the Iraq Innovation Hackathon. Five cities. 48 hours. 300+ attendees. Tackling local and nationwide challenges with on-the-ground solutions. For most participants, it was their first ever hackathon and a huge learning curve […]Read More اقرأ المزيد
Check out the Iraqi tech solutions leading the country’s digital revolution.Read More اقرأ المزيد