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.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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.

Four Pakistani Startups Shine Globally as Ignite Showcases Innovation at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 in USA

Ignite – National Technology Fund proudly represents Pakistan at TechCrunch 2025 in San Francisco, showcasing four groundbreaking startups in AI, fintech, and safety innovation.

UET Lahore Introduces Anti-Smog Gun to Tackle Air Pollution in Urban Areas

UET Lahore has developed an anti-smog gun to combat dust and air pollution in cities. The Punjab government plans to adopt the locally made device as part of its broader smog control strategy.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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 ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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 Apply for CITADEL Davos Startup Challenge 2026

CITADEL, in partnership with P@SHA, has launched the Davos Startup Challenge 2026, offering Pakistan’s top startups a chance to pitch at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland.

Ignite Seeks Partners to Establish Women Innovation & Startup Empowerment Lab (WISE Lab) in Pakistan

Ignite National Technology Fund, under the Ministry of IT & Telecom, has issued an RFP for establishing and managing the Women Innovation & Startup Empowerment Lab (WISE Lab) to boost women entrepreneurship in Pakistan. Deadline: November 13, 2025.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

SLGTrax Strengthens 4PL Model with $4M Funding, NBFC License, and Finova Fintech Acquisition Plans

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 Streaming and Creator Empowerment

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.
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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.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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 ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

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.

Launchpad

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.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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 ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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 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.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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 ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

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.

Pakistani Startups Invited to Exhibit at ELEVATE 2025 in Riyadh for Free, SPPC & Voice of Startup Pakistan Collaboration

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.

Ecosystem

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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 ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

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.

Pakistani Startups Invited to Exhibit at ELEVATE 2025 in Riyadh for Free, SPPC & Voice of Startup Pakistan Collaboration

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.

Traction

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.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

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.

HBL and Visa Empower Women Entrepreneurs with $10,000 Grant Under ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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 for Free, SPPC & Voice of Startup Pakistan Collaboration

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.

Policy

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.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

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.

Pakistani Startups Invited to Exhibit at ELEVATE 2025 in Riyadh for Free, SPPC & Voice of Startup Pakistan Collaboration

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.
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Investments

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.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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 ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

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.

Pakistani Startups Invited to Exhibit at ELEVATE 2025 in Riyadh for Free, SPPC & Voice of Startup Pakistan Collaboration

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.

Indus Valley Capital Secures First Exit with AI Startup Jams Acquired by OpenAI

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.

Standard Chartered Pakistan’s Women in Tech Accelerator Cohort 7 Crowns Yumkins Foods as Winner

Standard Chartered Pakistan’s Women in Tech Accelerator Cohort 7 concludes with Yumkins Foods winning PKR 5 million, followed by Atfaal and Ootein. The program continues to empower women-led startups across Pakistan through funding, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

SLGTrax Strengthens 4PL Model with $4M Funding, NBFC License, and Finova Fintech Acquisition Plans

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 Streaming and Creator Empowerment

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.

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.

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.

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.

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 at LUMS Highlights FutureTech Innovations in Blockchain, Web3, and AI

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 ‘She’s Next Pakistan’ Programme

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.

Farmdar Receives ADB Ventures Investment to Scale AI and Satellite-Based Agriculture Across Asia

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.

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.

Pakistani Startups Invited to Exhibit at ELEVATE 2025 in Riyadh for Free, SPPC & Voice of Startup Pakistan Collaboration

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.

Indus Valley Capital Secures First Exit with AI Startup Jams Acquired by OpenAI

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.

Standard Chartered Pakistan’s Women in Tech Accelerator Cohort 7 Crowns Yumkins Foods as Winner

Standard Chartered Pakistan’s Women in Tech Accelerator Cohort 7 concludes with Yumkins Foods winning PKR 5 million, followed by Atfaal and Ootein. The program continues to empower women-led startups across Pakistan through funding, mentorship, and growth opportunities.

SLGTrax Strengthens 4PL Model with $4M Funding, NBFC License, and Finova Fintech Acquisition Plans

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 Streaming and Creator Empowerment

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.

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.

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.

People

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.

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.