KPMG Venture Pulse Q2 2026 reveals shifting global VC dynamics as AI-led investments dominate funding, while Pakistan startups adapt to tighter capital conditions and focus on efficiency.
Regional instability, macroeconomic shifts and changing investor strategies are reshaping venture finance across MENAP as startups adapt to a more selective capital environment.
LMKT is hiring an Investment Consultant to work at NIC Karachi, helping startups with fundraising, financial modelling, valuation and investor engagement.
IBA Center for Entrepreneurial Development will host Saif Ali for a session on the financial metrics behind sustainable startup growth at City Campus, IBA Karachi, on August 8, 2026.
IBA Center for Entrepreneurial Development, Innovation and Research is hosting practical sessions on Data Room Readiness and Fundraising and Investor Relations for founders on August 1, 2026, at IBA Karachi.
Kodifly hosted its first Founders Sync at its NSTP office, bringing together founders, engineers, and builders for open discussions on AI, fundraising, hiring, and product building.
Paklaunch will host Ali Moiz for an exclusive online launch of his new book 3 Startups, 40 Pivots on March 24, featuring a fireside conversation on startup lessons, pivots, and fundraising.
NIC Islamabad has opened applications for its Acceleration Program, targeting startups with product-market fit and early traction, offering global mentorship, investor readiness, and up to PKR 5M in grant support.
NIC Karachi held a Women Led Track session titled Breaking The Bias Owning The Ask, focusing on fundraising readiness, investor bias, and practical tools for women founders.
NIC Karachi will host Majd Alaily for a practical session guiding founders on closing gaps in traction, market strategy, and business models to become VC-ready, emphasizing hands-on growth strategies.
Startups at NIC Karachi participated in Fundraising Clinic I led by Liz L. from Orbit Ventures, learning how strategic PR, storytelling, and media engagement can strengthen credibility and investor confidence.
KPMG Venture Pulse Q2 2026 reveals shifting global VC dynamics as AI-led investments dominate funding, while Pakistan startups adapt to tighter capital conditions and focus on efficiency.
Regional instability, macroeconomic shifts and changing investor strategies are reshaping venture finance across MENAP as startups adapt to a more selective capital environment.
IBA CEDIR is running a four-session founder skills series covering equity mechanics, business model design, KPI setting and venture economics, featuring Raza Zaidi, Irfan A. Khan, Kanza Sohail and Fatiq Bin Khursheed.
BridgeStart Pakistan has extended the application deadline for its Global Gateway UK International Expansion Program to October 10, 2026, giving high-potential Pakistani startups more time to apply for UK market access.