Sargon Bet Nintura is an Assyrian-American technology professional, cybersecurity industry veteran, researcher, and founder of Life of Assyrian, an independent digital news and research publication.
He is not a professional journalist. His professional background is primarily in the technology and cybersecurity industries, while his work with Life of Assyrian reflects his personal interests in history, research, culture, heritage, and contemporary affairs.
Early life
Bet Nintura was born in Kirkuk, Iraq. He grew up in the region’s diverse cultural and linguistic environment, developing an interest in Mesopotamian history, languages, heritage, and the communities of Iraq.
In 1975, he moved from Iraq to the United States and eventually established his life in the Detroit, Michigan, area.
Professional career
Bet Nintura has extensive experience in the technology sector, including professional experience in the cybersecurity industry. His areas of professional experience include information security, cybersecurity practices, digital systems, online security, privacy, and the protection of information.
His technology background has also contributed to his understanding of digital publishing, website administration, online platforms, information management, and digital security.
Life of Assyrian
In 2023, Bet Nintura founded Life of Assyrian as an independent digital publication dedicated to Assyrian affairs, history, culture, heritage, Middle Eastern affairs, and global topics.
As founder and owner, he oversees the publication’s editorial direction, digital operations, research initiatives, and development. Although he is not a journalist by profession, he participates in the publication’s research, writing, and development of educational and informational content.
Life of Assyrian incorporates historical sources, academic research, archival materials, contemporary sources, and other documentation in its coverage.
Research and cultural interests
Bet Nintura’s interests include Assyrian history and continuity, Mesopotamian history, Aramaic language and culture, Iraqi history, Middle Eastern affairs, historical documentation, cultural preservation, and diaspora studies.
His work through Life of Assyrian is intended to make historical and contemporary information accessible to a broader audience while encouraging readers to examine primary sources, academic research, and other documented evidence.
Languages
Bet Nintura speaks Aramaic, Kurdish, Turkish, Spanish, Arabic, Hebrew, and English.
Areas of professional experience and interest
- Cybersecurity and information security
- Technology and digital systems
- Digital privacy and online security
- Digital publishing
- Historical research
- Assyrian history and continuity
- Mesopotamian history and heritage
- Aramaic language and culture
- Iraqi history and contemporary affairs
- Middle Eastern affairs
- Cultural preservation
- Diaspora studies
Personal life
Bet Nintura is based in Detroit, Michigan He has lived in the United States since relocating from Iraq in 1975.