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Digital Roshni Initiative Introduces Outdoor Learning Pods To Expand Access To Digital Education In Islamabad

Ministry of IT and Telecom and Ignite will establish two outdoor Digital Learning Pods in Islamabad to provide free Urdu based digital education for children, women, youth, persons with disabilities and the transgender community under the Digital Roshni initiative.

IBA Karachi Celebrates Invent for the Greater Good Challenge 2025 Winners Driving Youth Innovation in Pakistan

IBA Karachi’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Development honors the winners of the Invent for the Greater Good Challenge 2025, highlighting youth-led innovation supported by coaches, judges, collaborators, and industry partners.

PakDigit x SMIU Conduct Affiliate Program Interviews to Empower Youth in Digital Innovation

PakDigit Solutions, in collaboration with SMIU, held interviews for the PakDigit x SMIU Affiliate Program, engaging passionate youth eager to build digital skills and drive innovation in Pakistan.

Sindh Youth Science & Tech Festival 2025 Set to Inspire Innovation in Karachi

Sindh’s Directorate of Youth Affairs has announced the Sindh Youth Science & Tech Festival 2025, inviting young innovators aged 15–29 to showcase projects in science and technology. Winners will receive prizes up to Rs. 100,000.

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Women-Led Startups From Gilgit-Baltistan & Chitral Advance Through Intensive Entrepreneurship...

Women-led and co-led startups from Gilgit-Baltistan and Chitral complete two intensive 4-day entrepreneurship chapters, gaining skills in design thinking, business modeling, market sizing, marketing, sales, and pitching, with the program now moving into advisory, mentorship, and investment consideration.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in...

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025, hosted by CeDAR at LUMS, brought together innovators, mentors, and investors to develop FutureTech solutions in Blockchain, Web3, Fintech, and AI, fostering Pakistan’s growing startup ecosystem.

HBL and Visa Empower Women Entrepreneurs with $10,000 Grant Under...

HBL and Visa have launched ‘She’s Next Pakistan’, a programme offering a $10,000 grant to support and empower women entrepreneurs, driving inclusive economic growth and financial innovation across Pakistan.

Pakistani Startups Invited to Exhibit at ELEVATE 2025 in Riyadh...

ELEVATE 2025, hosted by SPPC in collaboration with Voice of Startup Pakistan, invites Pakistani startups to exhibit in Riyadh for free, offering global exposure, investor networking, and live pitching opportunities.

Wafi Energy Honors Pakistan’s Emerging Entrepreneurs at the 12th Tameer...

Wafi Energy Pakistan hosts the 12th Tameer Awards 2025, recognizing young entrepreneurs across six innovation categories including clean energy, technology, and women empowerment, highlighting Pakistan’s thriving startup ecosystem.

Bilal Amjad of InstaCare to Speak at Superior University’s Entrepreneurial...

InstaCare Founder and CEO Bilal Amjad joins Superior University’s Entrepreneurial Forum 2025 to discuss how technology, innovation, and entrepreneurship are transforming healthcare in Pakistan.

NUML Business Plan Competition 2025 Opens for Registration, Show Your...

NUML University Islamabad’s Department of Management Sciences has announced its flagship Business Plan Competition 2025, inviting students and alumni to pitch innovative business ideas on November 19–20 at Confucius Hall.

COLABS and Gobi Partners Bring Founders’ Pizza & Pitch to...

COLABS partners with Gobi Partners to host “Founders’ Pizza & Pitch” in Karachi, offering early-stage entrepreneurs and AI builders mentorship, networking, and feedback opportunities in a relaxed, founder-friendly setting.

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Women-Led Businesses Receive Over Rs. 24 Billion in Financing as SBP Expands National Entrepreneurship Outreach

Women-led enterprises in Pakistan secured more than Rs. 24 billion in financing over the past year, with SBP expanding nationwide outreach, mentorship, and entrepreneurship support ahead of Pakistan Women Entrepreneurship Day 2025.

Pakistan Introduces National Women Entrepreneurship Policy to Boost Women-Led SMEs

Pakistan unveils its first National Women Entrepreneurship Policy to expand financing, mentorship, and business opportunities for female entrepreneurs, aiming to increase women-led exports and employment.

Pakistan Introduces National Women Entrepreneurship Policy for Financial Inclusion and Support

Pakistan announces National Women Entrepreneurship Policy to expand financing, mentorship, and support programs, aiming to increase women-led businesses, employment, and exports.

NIC Lahore Welcomes Haseeb Shaikh And Bilal Farooq Khan To Advisory Council

Haseeb Shaikh and Bilal Farooq Khan have joined National Incubation Center Lahore’s Advisory Council, bringing expertise in startup ecosystems and innovation to empower Pakistan’s startups.

SECP Partners with Digital Banks to Enable Instant Corporate Account Opening for Startups

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has partnered with Mobilink Bank, Easypaisa Bank, and Raqmi Islamic Digital Bank to enable same-day corporate account opening for newly registered companies through API-based digital integration.

Ignite Invites AI in GovTech Startups to Transform Governance in Pakistan

Ignite – National Technology Fund, under the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, invites AI-focused startups and companies to join its AI Ideation and Co-Design Workshop aimed at building an AI-enabled government ecosystem in Pakistan.

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Rabeel Warraich Invests in Digital Lockers via Shark Tank...

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Digital Lockers has closed its Shark Tank Pakistan deal with investor Rabeel Warraich, marking a major milestone for the smart locker startup as it prepares to expand into Saudi Arabia.

Accelerate Prosperity Invests in Kai Café, Empowering Women Entrepreneurs...

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Accelerate Prosperity has made a strategic investment in Kai Café, Chitral’s first women-led restaurant serving authentic Chitrali cuisine, to support its expansion, local employment, and women entrepreneurship in the region.

Saraaf Lands Largest Investment in Shark Tank Pakistan History...

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Saraaf has received the biggest-ever investment commitment on Shark Tank Pakistan from Usman Bashir, marking a major milestone for the B2B sourcing startup as it prepares for its global expansion and upcoming IPO.

Pakistan Startup Fund Launching October 8, 2025 at NIC...

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Pakistan Startup Fund, backed by the Ministry of IT and Telecom, will launch on October 8 at NIC Islamabad, offering equity-free funding to support bigger rounds for Pakistan’s growing startup ecosystem.

PKR 1 Million Grant Announced for Best Pitch at...

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Yunus Brothers Group has announced a PKR 1 million grant for the best pitch at NIC Karachi’s Demo Day, presented by Orbit Startups, highlighting support for Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Metric Secures Investment from A-typical Ventures to Bring AI-Powered...

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A-typical Ventures has invested in Metric, an AI-driven financial intelligence platform designed to empower SMEs in emerging markets with tools traditionally reserved for large enterprises.

SECP Launches Angel Fund to Boost Early-Stage Startup Financing...

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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has unveiled the 'Angel Fund,' a new category of venture capital fund aimed at supporting early-stage startups through regulated investments.

Dost Raises £6M Series A To Launch AI Financial Automation In UK Market

AI finance startup Dost raises £6M Series A funding led by Octopus Ventures to launch in the UK, aiming to automate invoice processing and boost finance team productivity.

TouchPro+ Raises $4M Seed Funding as Amtech Systems Deploys...

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TouchPro+ secures $4M seed funding while Amtech Systems finances and installs 1,500 interactive displays worth up to Rs.1.3 billion across Pakistan, enabling affordable smart classroom adoption through a 0% installment program.

Dost Raises £6M Series A To Launch AI Financial...

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AI finance startup Dost raises £6M Series A funding led by Octopus Ventures to launch in the UK, aiming to automate invoice processing and boost finance team productivity.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and...

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Farmdar secures strategic investment from ADB Ventures to scale its AI and satellite-powered agriculture solutions across South and Southeast Asia, supporting farmers, agribusinesses, and financial institutions with high-accuracy crop insights.

Indus Valley Capital Secures First Exit with AI Startup...

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Indus Valley Capital marks its first exit as AI startup Jams, founded by Pakistani entrepreneurs Asad Awan and Hamza Aftab, joins OpenAI—highlighting the VC’s success in backing global Pakistani founders and expanding its investment model.

SLGTrax Strengthens 4PL Model with $4M Funding, NBFC License,...

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SLGTrax, formed by the merger of Secure Logistics Group and Trax Online, secures $4 million post-merger funding, obtains an NBFC license, and plans a fintech acquisition to establish itself as Pakistan’s first fully integrated 4PL logistics company.

Myco Secures Investment from Taisu Ventures to Advance Tokenized...

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Myco welcomes Taisu Ventures as a new investor to accelerate its mission of building a decentralized entertainment ecosystem powered by tokenized engagement and creator empowerment.

Hub71 Startups Raise $2.45 Billion as Abu Dhabi’s Innovation...

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Startups at Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 have raised $2.45 billion in funding and generated $1.36 billion in revenue, reflecting the UAE’s growing global influence in technology, AI, fintech, and life sciences.

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Indus Valley Capital Sponsors 50 Underrepresented Founders for +92Disrupt Karachi by Katalyst Labs

Indus Valley Capital is sponsoring 50 underrepresented founders to attend +92Disrupt Karachi by Katalyst Labs, offering access, speed consults, and potential follow-up with its investment team. Applications open until December 2.

BridgeStart Global Gateway Opens Direct Path for Pakistani Startups to Join Top International Accelerators

BridgeStart Global Gateway enables Pakistani startups to connect directly with leading international accelerators, offering global immersion, mentorship, and cross-border market access with no prior admission required.

Pakistani Startups and VCs Head to Riyadh for Paklaunch Unconference to Expand Tech and Investment Ties

Over 40 Pakistani startups and more than 80 VCs are gathering in Riyadh for the Paklaunch Unconference to deepen Saudi–Pakistan tech and investment links, with major founders and investors participating.

Scale Asia 2026 Launches Pakistan-Malaysia Innovation Corridor to Help Startups Expand into ASEAN Markets

Scale Asia 2026 invites Pakistani startups to apply for the Pakistan-Malaysia Innovation Corridor, a founder exchange program offering access to Malaysia’s innovation ecosystem, investors, and regional markets. Apply by November 30, 2025.

Traction

myco.io Secures ICC Broadcast Master Rights Agreement for Pakistan Through 2027

myco.io becomes the International Cricket Council Broadcast MRA holder for Pakistan until 2027, partnering with Tamasha, PTV Sports, Geo Super, ARY Zap and tapmad for nationwide streaming and broadcast distribution.

Mobility Platform Marks 20 Million Safe Commutes as User Milestone Reflects Deep Impact

A mobility startup celebrates achieving 20 million completed commutes, highlighting the milestone as a meaningful achievement centered on safety, affordability, and team-driven progress rather than vanity metrics.

Devsinc Acquires Datics AI to Build Pakistan’s Most Comprehensive AI and Digital Transformation Powerhouse

Devsinc acquires Datics AI in its third major deal of 2025, bringing advanced machine learning, predictive analytics, and agentic AI capabilities under one umbrella to strengthen Pakistan’s global footprint in enterprise data and AI solutions.

Bykea Transforms Corporate Commutes With B2B Carpooling And Smart Mobility Solutions

Bykea pivots from B2C to B2B, offering structured carpooling, post-paid ride-hailing, and flexible rentals, serving 75+ corporate partners and saving 98+ tonnes of CO₂.

Policy

Women-Led Businesses Receive Over Rs. 24 Billion in Financing as SBP Expands National Entrepreneurship Outreach

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Women-led enterprises in Pakistan secured more than Rs. 24 billion in financing over the past year, with SBP expanding nationwide outreach, mentorship, and entrepreneurship support ahead of Pakistan Women Entrepreneurship Day 2025.

Pakistan Introduces National Women Entrepreneurship Policy to Boost Women-Led SMEs

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Pakistan unveils its first National Women Entrepreneurship Policy to expand financing, mentorship, and business opportunities for female entrepreneurs, aiming to increase women-led exports and employment.

Pakistan Introduces National Women Entrepreneurship Policy for Financial Inclusion and Support

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Pakistan announces National Women Entrepreneurship Policy to expand financing, mentorship, and support programs, aiming to increase women-led businesses, employment, and exports.

NIC Lahore Welcomes Haseeb Shaikh And Bilal Farooq Khan To Advisory Council

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Haseeb Shaikh and Bilal Farooq Khan have joined National Incubation Center Lahore’s Advisory Council, bringing expertise in startup ecosystems and innovation to empower Pakistan’s startups.

SECP Partners with Digital Banks to Enable Instant Corporate Account Opening for Startups

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The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has partnered with Mobilink Bank, Easypaisa Bank, and Raqmi Islamic Digital Bank to enable same-day corporate account opening for newly registered companies through API-based digital integration.

Ignite Invites AI in GovTech Startups to Transform Governance in Pakistan

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Ignite – National Technology Fund, under the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, invites AI-focused startups and companies to join its AI Ideation and Co-Design Workshop aimed at building an AI-enabled government ecosystem in Pakistan.

NIC Islamabad’s SPARK Roundtable Paves Way for Commercializing Academic Research in Pakistan

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NIC Islamabad’s SPARK Series roundtable gathered leaders from academia, government, and industry to discuss strategies for commercializing academic research in Pakistan, focusing on technology transfer, IP reform, and innovation-driven collaboration.

PSW and Soneri Bank Host Change Management Session for Women Entrepreneurs During SBP Women Financing Week 2025

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Pakistan Single Window (PSW) and Soneri Bank conducted a Change Management session for women entrepreneurs under the State Bank of Pakistan’s Women Financing Week 2025, focusing on access to finance, digital trade, and SME growth.

Pakistan to Introduce AI-Powered Platform for Women Entrepreneurs to Simplify Business and Tax Management

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Pakistan’s government is set to launch an AI-powered Womenpreneurship Platform to help women entrepreneurs register businesses, manage taxes, and access training, aiming to boost women’s participation in the SME sector.
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She’s Next Hosts Online Session With Amneh Shaikh-Farooqui on Navigating the First Steps of Entrepreneurship as a Woman

She’s Next features polly & other stories Founder Amneh Shaikh-Farooqui in an online session on Nov 26, 2025, discussing the first steps of starting up as a woman in Pakistan.

Aleena Nadeem of EduFi to Speak at Saudi Startup Expo 2025 in Riyadh

Aleena Nadeem, Founder and CEO of EduFi, will represent Pakistan at the Saudi Startup Expo 2025 in Riyadh, sharing insights on fintech innovation and the future of student financing.

Safeer ul Haq of Indus Office Automation Wins Prestigious Global Image Award in UAE

Safeer ul Haq, Founder & CEO of Indus Office Automation and Global Coordinator of GEN Pakistan, has received the Global Image Award under the patronage of H.H. Sheikha Salama Tahnoon Al Nahyan in the UAE.

Dr. Jonathan Doerr Joins Disrupt as SVP of Venture Building to Drive AI-Native Startup Growth

Disrupt has appointed Dr. Jonathan Doerr as SVP of Venture Building, bringing his experience from Antler MENAP, Daraz, Jumia, and Smileneo to scale AI-native startups at speed.

Global Insights

Hub71 Startups Raise $2.45 Billion as Abu Dhabi’s Innovation Ecosystem...

Startups at Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 have raised $2.45 billion in funding and generated $1.36 billion in revenue, reflecting the UAE’s growing global influence in technology, AI, fintech, and life sciences.

Brainspark Games Founder Reedah El-Saie Wins £30,000 Dragons’ Den Deal...

Pakistani-origin entrepreneur Reedah El-Saie secures £30,000 from Dragons’ Den investors to expand Brainspark Games, an AI-powered educational gaming platform promoting inclusive and accessible learning for children worldwide.

5 Voice AI Startups Transforming Business in 2025 Across USA,...

Voice AI is reshaping industries in 2025. Meet the top 5 startups—Deepgram, ElevenLabs, Poly AI, VOLV, and Rasa—pioneering speech recognition, voice cloning, enterprise assistants, and conversational AI.

Hot News

Digital Roshni Initiative Introduces Outdoor Learning Pods To Expand Access To Digital Education In Islamabad

Ministry of IT and Telecom and Ignite will establish two outdoor Digital Learning Pods in Islamabad to provide free Urdu based digital education for children, women, youth, persons with disabilities and the transgender community under the Digital Roshni initiative.

myco.io Secures ICC Broadcast Master Rights Agreement for Pakistan Through 2027

myco.io becomes the International Cricket Council Broadcast MRA holder for Pakistan until 2027, partnering with Tamasha, PTV Sports, Geo Super, ARY Zap and tapmad for nationwide streaming and broadcast distribution.

Indus Valley Capital Sponsors 50 Underrepresented Founders for +92Disrupt Karachi by Katalyst Labs

Indus Valley Capital is sponsoring 50 underrepresented founders to attend +92Disrupt Karachi by Katalyst Labs, offering access, speed consults, and potential follow-up with its investment team. Applications open until December 2.

Mobility Platform Marks 20 Million Safe Commutes as User Milestone Reflects Deep Impact

A mobility startup celebrates achieving 20 million completed commutes, highlighting the milestone as a meaningful achievement centered on safety, affordability, and team-driven progress rather than vanity metrics.

She’s Next Hosts Online Session With Amneh Shaikh-Farooqui on Navigating the First Steps of Entrepreneurship as a Woman

She’s Next features polly & other stories Founder Amneh Shaikh-Farooqui in an online session on Nov 26, 2025, discussing the first steps of starting up as a woman in Pakistan.

BridgeStart Global Gateway Opens Direct Path for Pakistani Startups to Join Top International Accelerators

BridgeStart Global Gateway enables Pakistani startups to connect directly with leading international accelerators, offering global immersion, mentorship, and cross-border market access with no prior admission required.

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