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Monis Rahman Marks Pakistan’s First Venture Capital Backed Startup

Monis Rahman left Intel to build Rozee in Lahore, becoming widely credited as the founder behind Pakistan's first startup to raise venture capital, with a 2 million dollar round in 2007.

Business Leader Calls for Central SME Registry Across Regulatory Bodies

Mian Zahid Hussain has urged MoIP, SBP, FBR, and SECP to jointly establish a central SME registry and uniform definition, following SBP's revised classification thresholds effective July 16, 2026.
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The PSL Opportunity Pakistani Startups Are Still Underestimating

Pakistan Super League offers startups more than sponsorship. Discover how PSL can drive brand awareness, customer acquisition, and long-term growth.

IoBM Incubation Center Nurtures Startups and Entrepreneurs in Karachi

A visit to the Shahjehan Syed Karim Incubation Center at Institute of Business Management revealed a complete startup ecosystem designed to shape, guide, and transform early-stage ideas into viable ventures through a ground-up approach to entrepreneur development.

Paklaunch Hosts Lahore Meetup on July 2 for Founders

Paklaunch is hosting a community meetup in Lahore on Thursday, July 2, 2026, bringing together founders, operators, investors, and startup enthusiasts for an evening of networking and connection within Pakistan's startup ecosystem. Sign up at the official link.

NICAT and Jazz Business Partner for Startup Commercialisation

NICAT and Jazz Business have signed a Memorandum of Understanding under which startup ideas and proofs-of-concept will be evaluated by Jazz Enterprise for potential commercialisation, creating stronger pathways from idea to market-ready solution for Pakistani innovators.

Startup Pakistan Joins Paklaunch Islamabad Meetup as Media Partner

Paklaunch has announced Startup Pakistan as media partner and confirmed Saif Ventures as a partner for its Islamabad meetup on June 23, 2026, taking place at Daftarkhwan Islamabad, bringing together founders, investors, and operators shaping Pakistan's startup ecosystem.

CITADEL Hosts Cohort 2 Orientation and Founders Meet 2026 

CITADEL is hosting Cohort 2 Orientation and The Founders Meet 2026 on June 23, 2026, in Islamabad, featuring founder panels, alumni sessions, startup speed connect, and the official onboarding of Cohort 2 founders. Register and view the agenda at the official links.

NIC Faisalabad Hosts High Commission of Canada Delegation Visit

National Incubation Center Faisalabad welcomed a delegation from the High Commission of Canada in Islamabad, exploring entrepreneurship, innovation, and the centre's role in supporting startups through incubation, mentorship, capacity building, and market access.

IU CORE Startup The Brave Next Joins Sindh Acceleration Program

The Brave Next, a startup incubated at IU CORE at Iqra University, has secured a place in the Sindh Acceleration Program led by IBA Center for Entrepreneurial Development, marking a significant milestone for the university's entrepreneurship programme.

NIC Islamabad Steering Committee Reviews Two Years and Introduces NIC 3.0

National Incubation Center Islamabad hosted its Steering Committee Meeting on June 4, 2026, chaired by Lt Gen Anwar Ali Hyder of Fauji Foundation, reviewing two years of performance, introducing NIC 3.0, and discussing the future direction of Pakistan's entrepreneurial ecosystem with leaders from Hashoo Group, Telenor Pakistan, and CyberVision.

Paklaunch and Myco io Host Startup Networking Evening in Dubai 

Paklaunch is partnering with myco.io for a startup networking evening in Dubai on June 14, 2026, bringing together founders, investors, and builders for meaningful conversations and connections within the region's growing startup landscape. Register at the official link.

ICCBS Technology Park Explores Startup Investment and Industry Collaboration Opportunities

ICCBS Technology Park in Karachi held a meeting focused on startup investment opportunities, industry collaboration, and technology adoption with representatives from Procon Engineering.

SEIC’s MentorConnect’26 Pairs 20 Startups with Industry Experts for Milestone-Driven Guidance

Sindh Enterprise Incubation Center held MentorConnect'26, connecting 20 startups across HealthTech, EdTech, Logistics, Climate Tech, and AI with 20 seasoned mentors for focused, milestone-driven guidance

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Monis Rahman Marks Pakistan’s First Venture Capital Backed Startup

Monis Rahman left Intel to build Rozee in Lahore, becoming widely credited as the founder behind Pakistan's first startup to raise venture capital, with a 2 million dollar round in 2007.

Business Leader Calls for Central SME Registry Across Regulatory Bodies

Mian Zahid Hussain has urged MoIP, SBP, FBR, and SECP to jointly establish a central SME registry and uniform definition, following SBP's revised classification thresholds effective July 16, 2026.

Pakistan Startup Fund Hires Travel Agency Amid Strong Annual Progress

The Ignite-managed Pakistan Startup Fund has begun hiring an air travel agency for FY27, with 39 startups funded this year and nearly 250 applications under review.

CXO Connect 2026 to Bring Together Founders and Business Leaders

CXO Connect 2026, in collaboration with StartUPulse, is bringing together founders, CXOs, and business leaders on August 15 to build strategies and partnerships shaping the future of leadership.