Silicon Valley promises a level playing field for all. But for many Muslim startups, the reality is one of digital roadblocks, biased algorithms, and a frustrating battle against inexplicable censorship.
In the bustling world of tech startups, innovation is pitched as the great equaliser. A powerful idea, coupled with sharp execution, should be enough to succeed. Yet, for a growing number of Muslim entrepreneurs, this meritocratic ideal is being shattered by the very platforms they rely on to grow. They face a digital glass ceiling, where ad accounts are instantly suspended, content is shadow-banned, and their ventures are stifled before they even have a chance to connect with their audience.
This was the shocking reality for the founders of Yaqeen, a new venture building an ecosystem of AI-powered tools to help young Muslims navigate their faith in the modern world. Their mission is to provide clarity and confidence through technology, targeting a digitally native user base of young M
