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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.
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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.
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Ecosystem

Swich and NIC Karachi Collaborate to Support Startups with Smarter Digital Payment Solutions

Swich joins hands with National Incubation Center Karachi to enable entrepreneurs with faster, smarter, and more reliable digital payment solutions, fostering innovation and growth in Pakistan’s startup ecosystem.
Academy

IBA Karachi’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Development Launches I-Bazaar 2025 to Foster Innovation and Startup Culture

IBA Karachi’s Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (CED) announces I-Bazaar 2025, a dynamic event promoting innovation, learning, and entrepreneurship through exhibitions, networking, and startup showcases.
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IBA-CED and Sapphire Consulting Partner to Launch Sindh’s First Government-Supported Startup Accelerator

IBA-CED and Sapphire Consulting Services have partnered to launch Sindh’s first government-supported startup accelerator, backed by SEDF, to empower local entrepreneurs with mentorship, funding access, and business growth opportunities.
Ecosystem

Fatima Gobi Ventures and IBA CED Join Forces to Empower Young Entrepreneurs in Pakistan

The Centre for Entrepreneurial Development (IBA Karachi) and Fatima Gobi Ventures have signed an MoU to strengthen Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, connecting young entrepreneurs with investors and fostering sustainable growth.
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Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 Returns at LUMS with FutureTech Theme Focused on Blockchain, Web3, and AI

Startup Weekend Lahore 2025 returns to LUMS from November 7–9 under the theme “FutureTech,” bringing together entrepreneurs, developers, and innovators to build startups in blockchain, fintech, AI, and digital inclusion.
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NIC Lahore Invites Applications for Cohort 3 Offering PKR 5 Million Grants and Global Exposure

National Incubation Center Lahore opens applications for Cohort 3, offering PKR 5 million grants, U.S. exposure, and mentorship to Pakistan’s next wave of entrepreneurs.
Traction

Secret Stash Founder Exits Pakistan’s Leading Second-Hand Fashion Platform After a Decade

Secret Stash founder announces her successful exit after a decade of building Pakistan’s first second-hand fashion platform, marking a milestone for sustainable fashion and women-led startups.
Ecosystem

Global Entrepreneurship Network Launches Startup Huddle Karachi to Empower Local Founders

Startup Huddle Karachi, powered by the Global Entrepreneurship Network, launches to support local founders through mentorship, collaboration, and community-driven problem-solving for Pakistan’s growing startup ecosystem.
Ecosystem

Bachaapreneur 2025 by Bachaa Party Invites Young Entrepreneurs Aged 8–14 Across Pakistan

Bachaa Party launches registrations for Bachaapreneur 2025, a nationwide contest celebrating young entrepreneurs aged 8–14, in collaboration with NIC Karachi, NIC Pakistan, LCE at LUMS, and NIC Hyderabad.
Investments

Gobi Partners Eyes Investment in Pakistan’s Digital, Fintech, and E-Commerce Ecosystem

Malaysian venture capital firm Gobi Partners has expressed interest in investing in Pakistan’s digital, fintech, and e-commerce sectors following a meeting between Co-Founder Thomas G. Tsao and Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif in Kuala Lumpur.
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Ignite Launching WISE Lab to Support Women-Led Startups in Pakistan

Ignite National Technology Fund is set to launch the Women Innovation and Startup Empowerment Lab (WISE Lab) in Islamabad, offering incubation space, nationwide training, and grants of up to Rs. 2 million for women-led startups.
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Orbit Startups Demo Day 2025 Brings NIC Karachi Founders to the Spotlight

NIC Karachi, in collaboration with Orbit Startups, will host Demo Day on September 23, 2025, featuring Pakistani startups pitching innovative solutions in fintech, digital services, sustainability, and AI.
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Ecosystem

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.
LaunchPad

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.
LaunchPad

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.
Investments

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.

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