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Pakistan Startup Fund Launching October 8, 2025 at NIC Islamabad with Equity-Free Funding

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 NIC Karachi Orbit Demo Day 2025

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 Financial Intelligence to Emerging Markets

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 in Pakistan

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.

Myco.io Triumphs at Meet the Drapers, Secures PKR 42 Crores in Investment and SaaS Deal

Pakistan’s fastest-growing video streaming platform, Myco.io, wins the grand finale of Meet the Drapers Season 9 in Silicon Valley, securing PKR 42 crores (~USD 1.5 million) — the highest deal of the season.

Submit Your Startup for ARY Bee Global Program – 14th August 2025

ARY Bee Global invites Pakistan-centric startups to submit their ideas for national recognition on 14th August 2025. Showcase your innovation, impact, and vision. Deadline: 5th August, 3:00 PM.

Accelerate Prosperity Backs BusCaro to Expand Affordable and Safe Urban Transport in Pakistan

Accelerate Prosperity invests in BusCaro, a leading tech-driven ride-sharing platform in Pakistan, to expand operations, improve safety, and enhance affordable urban mobility.

Learn Smart Stock Market & PMEX Investment Strategies in Peshawar | Interactive Session

Join Zar Badshah in Peshawar for an exclusive interactive session on smart stock market and PMEX investing. Learn the dos and don’ts, stock signals, and a step-by-step trading guide.

Pakistan’s VoltShare Raises Six-Figure Investment, Expands into North America with Canada Startup Visa

VoltShare, a NIC Lahore-incubated startup, secures six-figure funding from a Canadian investor and expands to North America through Canada’s Startup Visa Program, reshaping EV charging infrastructure.

SBP and ADB Launch $500 Million Loan Program for Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan

SBP and ADB collaborate on the $500 million We Finance Code initiative to improve women’s financial inclusion in Pakistan, targeting 100,000 women-led businesses.

Neem Receives $4 Million Credit Facility From HBL for Earned Wage Access Expansion

Neem has secured an initial Rs. 100 million from a $4 million credit facility by HBL to expand Neem Paymenow, a Shariah-compliant earned wage access solution for salaried Pakistanis.

Allia Health Secures $2M Funding to Expand Mental Health Platform into Pakistan

US-based healthtech startup Allia Health has raised $2 million in funding led by Tim Draper, with plans to expand its AI-driven mental health platform into Pakistan.

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Startup Bangladesh Launches $33 Million Fund of Funds to Boost VC Access

Startup Bangladesh Limited has launched a $33 million Fund of Funds designed to work alongside BSIC, a $35 million fund backed by 39 commercial banks.

SEIC Holds Cohort 2 Open House Event at SBBU Nawabshah Campus

Sindh Enterprise Incubation Center is hosting an open house for its second cohort at SBBU Nawabshah on August 19 from 11 AM to 1 PM.

ESO Council Holds Inaugural Industry Incubation Roundtable at NIC Karachi

ESO Council held its Inaugural Industry Incubation Roundtable at NIC Karachi, bringing together entrepreneurs and industry leaders to discuss startup resource mobilization.

NIC Lahore Startup SwiftScanPay Opens Hiring for QA Intern Role

SwiftScanPay, a startup incubated at NIC Lahore, is hiring a QA Intern for a full-time, on-site internship focused on software testing and quality assurance.