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IDDA and Mastercard set framework for cybersecurity startup support

A new memorandum covers startup acceleration, mentorship, investor access and cybersecurity skills development.

7 May 2026

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IDDA and Mastercard signed a memorandum of understanding focused on cybersecurity cooperation and innovation support.

The framework describes future work on startup selection and acceleration, mentorship, access to expert and investor networks, market-entry support and cybersecurity skills. It also covers regional leadership and cross-country cooperation programs.

The announcement describes planned cooperation. It should not be read as confirmation that funding or acceleration has already been provided to specific startups.

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