Editor's Note (May 2026): Since this article was published, Interactive Cares CEO Rare Al Samir has been detained at Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport while attempting to leave the country, following allegations of embezzlement and money laundering filed by investors and former employees. Investors allege the company operated as a fraudulent scheme, with claims of unpaid returns reportedly exceeding Tk 10 crore. ExitStack's original coverage below reflects information available at the time of publication. For developments, see The Daily Star's reporting.

Dhaka-based ed-tech startup, Interactive Cares, secured US$100K in Accelerating Asia's 9th Cohort. As the sole Bangladeshi participant, the startup focuses on enhancing employability for local unemployed youth. The program also offers potential follow-on funding of up to US$250K.

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Other selected companies in this cohort include:

• Auptimate: Simplifies setup and operation of SPVs (Special Purpose Vehicles).
• Brick and Mortar (Aletheia-ai): Integrates AI with CCTV infrastructure for real-time actionable intelligence.
• Mintpay: A shopping aggregator with flexible payment options, cashback rewards, and voucher discounts.
• Noapp: An AI-driven platform empowering businesses to market products using the official WhatsApp API.
• ORKO: Provides software for electric vehicle manufacturers, fleet operators, and charging station operators.
• PEEL Lab: A B2B GreenTech manufacturer of plant-based leather from leftover pineapple leaves.
• UXArmy: Enables organizations to understand customer needs and create delightful experiences through automated user research and AI.

Having previously raised US$350K in a pre-seed round, Interactive Cares has further solidified its position in Bangladesh's evolving ed-tech landscape with this new investment from Accelerating Asia.

Rare Al Samir, CEO, and co-founder of Interactive Cares has expressed excitement about joining the program. He highlighted the exclusive three-month training, mentorship, and extensive investor network as valuable assets for cohort startups. With this recent investment and an unwavering commitment to providing innovative learning solutions, Interactive Cares is well-poised to play a pivotal role in Bangladesh's unfolding online ed-tech revolution.|

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