The event, which will take place at Novotel London West on 21 June, follows the success of sold-out gatherings in London and San Francisco in 2024
Muslim Tech Fest (MTF) has announced a £30,000 investment prize for the most promising startup at its upcoming event in 2025. The initiative, known as MTF Pitch, aims to provide a significant boost to Muslim-led startups and further establish MTF as a premier platform for innovation within the tech community. This move underscores the festival’s dedication to fostering and promoting Muslim entrepreneurs on a global scale.
The event, which will take place at Novotel London West on 21 June, follows the success of sold-out gatherings in London and San Francisco in 2024. MTF has quickly become a go-to platform for Muslim entrepreneurs, offering a unique space for networking, showcasing cutting-edge startups, and featuring a lineup of influential speakers.
This year’s event promises to be no different, with a roster of notable speakers set to share their insights and experiences. Among them are Zubair Junjunia, founder of ZNotes—a platform with over six million users; Ahmed Khalifa, founder of PurpleByte and a web-accessibility expert; Mai Medhat, an exited founder; Mariam Ahmed, co-founder of Menza, a Y Combinator-backed AI startup; and Arda Awais, an award-winning designer and founder of Identity 2.0. These speakers bring a wealth of knowledge and experience, making MTF 2025 a must-attend event for anyone interested in the intersection of technology and entrepreneurship.
MTF has consistently brought together influential Muslim founders and investors, solidifying its reputation as a leading platform for Muslim entrepreneurs in tech. In 2024, the San Francisco event featured Haroon Mokhtarzada, co-founder of Rocket Money (formerly Truebill), who shared his journey of scaling a $1.3 billion personal finance platform and achieving one of the largest exits by a Muslim founder. Chris Blauvelt, founder of LaunchGood, spoke about the power of community-backed funding, highlighting how the platform has raised over $688 million from 2.1 million donors across 155 countries. Rama Chakaki and Raed Masri of Transform VC, a Silicon Valley-based impact-driven investment firm, led a discussion on Muslim founders shaping the future of ethical investing.
The London event in 2024 was equally impactful, with Ismail Jeilani, co-founder and CEO of LiveLink, sharing his experience in securing $3 million in funding from investors, including Google and Biz Stone. A standout moment was a conversation with Ruhul Amin and Husayn Kassai, co-founders of Onfido, who discussed building their AI-powered identity verification company, which was recently acquired in one of the largest tech exits of the decade in the UK.
Inspired by these success stories, MTF aims to serve as a launchpad for emerging businesses that are shaping the future of tech and entrepreneurship. “Muslim entrepreneurs have the talent, vision, and drive to transform industries, and MTF is here to amplify that,” said Arfah Farooq, Co-Founder of MTF. “With initiatives like MTF Pitch, we are not just talking about change, we are making it happen.”
MTF Pitch offers an uncapped £30,000 investment prize to the most promising startup, providing a significant opportunity for founders to gain the support and recognition they need to scale their businesses. This initiative is a testament to MTF’s commitment to driving investment, collaboration, and success for Muslim entrepreneurs worldwide.
MTF 2025 is more than just an event—it’s a movement. With an audience that includes founders, investors, technologists, and business leaders, MTF is poised to be a powerful platform for the next wave of Muslim innovators. The festival’s focus on fostering a supportive and collaborative environment ensures that Muslim-led startups have the resources and connections they need to thrive in the global tech landscape.
As MTF continues to grow and evolve, it remains a beacon for Muslim entrepreneurs, offering a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and innovate. With the £30,000 investment prize and a lineup of influential speakers, MTF 2025 is set to be a landmark event in the tech community. For those looking to be part of the next wave of tech disruptors, MTF 2025 is an event not to be missed.
