Iqbal Abdullah

Iqbal Abdullah

CEO of LaLoka Labs

Iqbal Abdullah is a technologist and entrepreneur based in Tokyo, building developer-friendly tools since 1997.

As founder of LaLoka Labs, he created Kafkai, an AI-powered competitive analytics platform, Kafkai AI, a content platform about AI and KaiMail. Iqbal previously bootstrapped Xoxzo, a telephony SaaS acquired in 2021 after 14 years of remote operation.

A Python Software Foundation Fellow and co-founder of PyCon JP, Iqbal holds seven patents spanning data systems, authentication, and AI. His work focuses on practical AI implementation for SMBs, content strategy, and building technical communities across Asia.

Philosophy: 運と縁と勘で生きています — "Living by luck, connections, and intuition."

Connect: GitHub | [LinkedIn | Blog

Articles by Iqbal Abdullah

KaiMail Now Has an HTTP API for Sending Email

KaiMail's new HTTP Sending API lets you send email from your custom domain over HTTPS. Same pipeline as SMTP port 587, but without needing an SMTP library. Works from serverless functions, blocked networks, and anywhere JSON over HTTPS is easier.

Strengthening Our Inbound Email Defenses

We’ve upgraded our inbound email defense to stop bad actors before they ever reach your inbox. By focusing on SMTP-level checks, we ensure robust spam protection without ever reading your private messages. Experience a cleaner, safer inbox.

You Can Now Send Emails From Your Custom Domain with KaiMail

Sending a Custom Domain Email shouldn't be a struggle. KaiMail now supports full SMTP sending, allowing you to reply to clients professionally without clunky workarounds. Stop using your personal address for business and simplify your setup.