The Istanbul University Mafia
6 people studied at Istanbul University and went on to found or lead other companies.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the Istanbul University mafia?
- The Istanbul University mafia is the network of 6 people who studied at Istanbul University and went on to found or lead other companies, including refine, Cognitiwe, LIVAD Technologies, Validfor, Rakam.
- Who is in the Istanbul University mafia?
- Notable members include Omer Aplak (refine), Attila Algan (Cognitiwe), Akın Sert (LIVAD Technologies), Omer Cimen (Validfor), Nurkan Kirkan (Rakam), Mete Bayrak (Cognitiwe).
- What companies did Istanbul University alumni found?
- Companies founded by Istanbul University alumni include refine, Cognitiwe, LIVAD Technologies, Validfor, Rakam.




