The #IStandWithAhmed meme originated in September 2015 after 14-year-old Ahmed Mohamed was arrested at his Texas high school for bringing in a homemade digital clock that teachers mistook for a bomb. A photo of Ahmed in handcuffs wearing a NASA t-shirt went viral, sparking a massive wave of support under the hashtag #IStandWithAhmed. The movement saw contributions from tech leaders, celebrities, and even President Barack Obama. In the meme world, it is used to highlight racial profiling, the stifling of creativity in schools, and the irony of punishing innovation. It remains a significant cultural touchstone for discussions on prejudice and the importance of encouraging young inventors.