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.
Pakistan's delegation of over 1,000 participants showcased the country's startup and technology ecosystem at LEAP 2026, with Ignite facilitating new investment and market connections in Saudi Arabia.
sheXcelerate has signed an MoU with NIC Lahore to strengthen support for women entrepreneurs through combined incubation infrastructure and mentorship networks.
Lahore Chamber of Commerce and Pakistan Tech Forum have signed an MoU to promote technology-driven business growth, entrepreneurship, and international market access.
Ignite National Technology Fund has signed an MoU with Bilişim Vadisi to strengthen technology ties between Pakistan and Türkiye, covering startups, talent exchange, gaming, AI and innovation.
TDAP and GIFT University Gujranwala have signed an MoU under the Global Horizon Initiative to create export-readiness pathways for students, researchers, and young entrepreneurs through industry engagement and applied research.
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.