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July 6, 2024
What kind of startups are you looking for?
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July 6, 2024
What are other benefits that we can get from participating in the programme?

Other benefits of participating in the programme include:

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July 6, 2024
I have a great idea, but I haven't built an MVP. Can I still apply?

If you just have an idea, you're too early for the Accelerator. A Minimum Viable Product (MVP) is worth a thousand powerpoint slides -- build one!

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July 6, 2024
How can we get funded after FIKRA ends?

As a selected startup, the programme provides the seed funding to get you going, but you may well need more funding to really make it. Near the end of programme, a Demo Day will be organised where angel investors and venture capitalists will check out your technology and listen to your pitch. The programme is […]

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July 6, 2024
What criteria do you use to select your companies? AKA: "The Goldilocks Zone"

The "Goldilocks Zone" for the Accelerator is that you are pre Series A, and: Only when your startup's product is mature, and you have a core team; then can you focus on growing your customer base and land world-class investors.

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July 6, 2024
What is the cost of the programme should my company be selected?

The programme is fully funded by the Securities Commissions hence it is free to attend for selected startups.

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July 6, 2024
Will the programme be held virtually?

Yes. We are virtual-first. We’ll reintegrate the best features of our in-person format for specific events in the programme and don’t worry, we’ll let you know beforehand when holding physical sessions. 

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July 6, 2024
Do you accept a single founder or do you only accept teams?

While we don't filter applications just because they have a single founder, it does make things more difficult for the selection process. The question we ask is, and for your sake as well: do you have all the skills your company needs to succeed? We look for great, balanced teams who have a full range […]

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July 6, 2024
Do you have specific verticals that you focus on?

We are vertical agnostic. We look for tech startup founders who can execute, and in big markets. The sectors that we focus on include:

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July 6, 2024
What kind of companies do you accept into the company?

We accept all types of startups, working in all verticals, using any type of business model. Do keep in mind, however, that our focus is on tech startups rather than small businesses.

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FIKRA ACE is the enhanced, three-year initiative following the launch of SC’s inaugural Islamic fintech accelerator programme – FIKRA, in May 2021. For more information on FIKRA ACE, visit https://www.sc.com.my/fikra-ace
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