The IDDA Incubation Program is a 4-month journey that supports early-stage fintech startups in Azerbaijan and beyond. Selected teams — both from the IDDA Hackathon and direct applicants — gain mentorship, training, and access to Tenity’s global network, helping them turn prototypes into scalable businesses and preparing them for Demo Day.
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The IDDA Incubation Program is a 4-month initiative designed to support early-stage fintech startups. The program helps entrepreneurs refine their ideas, build scalable products, and connect with mentors, investors, and corporates through Tenity’s global ecosystem.
Both promising teams from the IDDA Hackathon 2025 and startups applying directly can apply. The program welcomes early-stage fintech startups, entrepreneurs, and innovators passionate about shaping the future of finance.
Yes, the program is specifically designed for fintech and fintech-related solutions. However, startups working on technologies that can be applied in finance (e.g., AI, cybersecurity, sustainability solutions) are also encouraged to apply.
Startups with an MVP or prototype are preferred, but exceptional idea-stage teams with strong commitment and expertise will also be considered.
No, IDDA does not take equity from startups during the incubation program.
No, participation in the program is completely free of charge.
The incubation program runs for 4 months, from October 2025 to February 2026. During this period, online participation is required for Selection Day, and physical attendance is required for events such as Kick-off, Alumni Day, Investor Day, and Demo Day. Additionally, there is an 80% attendance requirement for online training sessions.
The program will be based in Baku, Azerbaijan, with hybrid participation options for online sessions.
Startups will receive tailored 1:1 mentorship, technical guidance, business development support, and pitch preparation workshops from both local and international experts.
Yes. Startups will gain exposure to Tenity’s global investor network and have the opportunity to showcase their solutions at Demo Day, where investors and corporates will be present.
No. Startups from outside Azerbaijan are welcome, provided they can attend the key program sessions (hybrid options available).
For additional questions, please contact Ilayda Bahadıroğlu, Program Manager at Tenity Istanbul, at ilayda.bahadiroglu@tenity.com.
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