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NIC Islamabad Hosts IFC Director Simon Andrews for Capital Dialogue

NIC Islamabad hosted Simon Andrews, IFC Director for Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, and Sahar Etezaz, IFC Country Officer, for a dialogue on connecting Pakistani startups with global capital, investment, and strategic partnerships to accelerate ecosystem growth.

Revora Raises 2 Million Dollars for AI Commerce Platform

Revora, formerly known as MyAlice and co-founded by Shuvo Rahman and Daniyal Baig, has raised 2 million dollars in seed funding co-led by i2i Ventures and Oraseya Capital to build an AI operating platform for e-commerce merchants, with growth focused on Saudi Arabia.
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IBA CED Session Shabbar Zaidi | Securing Capital and Global Survival for Pakistani Startups May 2026

IBA Centre for Entrepreneurial Development is hosting an exclusive session featuring Syed Shabbar Zaidi, former Chairman of Federal Board of Revenue and Senior Partner at A.F. Ferguson and Co., focused on capital access and global survival strategies for Pakistani startups.

SISL Launches Angel Investor Platform to Connect High-Potential Startups with Serious Investors

SISL's Angel Investor platform is opening applications for startups and investors ahead of an interactive session this month, offering a structured pathway from screening and mentorship to live pitching and funding decisions.

Epic Angels Announces Final Seats for Women-Only Angel Investing Fundamentals Masterclass

Epic Angels has opened final registrations for its Angel Investing Fundamentals Masterclass, a five-session programme designed to help women learn startup investing, due diligence, and valuation.

World Startup Championship 2026 Pakistan — Apply Now for $10,000 Prize via SEE Pakistan

APSUP and SEE Pakistan have opened applications for the World Startup Championship 2026, offering startups a chance to pitch globally and win up to $10,000. Deadline is June 1, 2026.

SpaceX Eyes $60 Billion Acquisition of AI Coding Startup Cursor

SpaceX has secured an option to acquire AI startup Cursor for $60 billion or pay $10 billion for a strategic partnership, as it expands its AI ambitions ahead of a potential IPO.

Accelerate Prosperity Opens Applications for U.Solve Education Programme for EdTech Startups in Pakistan

Accelerate Prosperity announces applications for U.Solve Education, an acceleration programme supporting post-revenue EdTech startups in Pakistan with advisory, investment readiness, and growth financing opportunities.

Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 — Apply for $1 Million in Equity-Free Prizes

The Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 is now accepting applications from startups worldwide, offering $1 million in equity-free cash prizes, mentorship, and global investor access. Registration closes in May 2026.

NIC Islamabad Investor Readiness Workshop Prepares Startups for Due Diligence

NIC Islamabad conducts a due diligence session under its Investor Readiness Workshop to help startups prepare for investment and upcoming investor engagements.

Veon and GSMA MoU | JazzWorld to Co-Fund Pakistani Tech Startups via GSMA Innovation Fund 2026

Veon and GSMA's Mobile for Development Foundation have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly fund Pakistani tech startups through JazzWorld, focusing on ventures with measurable social, economic, and climate impact.

World Startup Championship 2026 | SEE Pakistan Opens Applications for Startups

Applications are now open for the World Startup Championship 2026 at SEE Pakistan, offering cash prizes of up to $10,000. The deadline to apply is June 1, 2026.

NIC Karachi to Host 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab Focused on Angel Investing and Venture Deal-Making

NIC Karachi will host the 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab on March 25–26, a two-day program covering startup investing, valuation, due diligence, syndicates, and venture deal-making.

NIC Islamabad Hosts Storytelling Workshop with Samar Hasan to Help Startups Strengthen Investor Pitches

NIC Islamabad organizes an in-person storytelling workshop with venture builder Samar Hasan to help incubated startups craft compelling narratives and communicate value to investors.

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NIC Islamabad Hosts IFC Director Simon Andrews for Capital Dialogue

NIC Islamabad hosted Simon Andrews, IFC Director for Pakistan, Afghanistan, Tajikistan and Turkmenistan, and Sahar Etezaz, IFC Country Officer, for a dialogue on connecting Pakistani startups with global capital, investment, and strategic partnerships to accelerate ecosystem growth.

Revora Raises 2 Million Dollars for AI Commerce Platform

Revora, formerly known as MyAlice and co-founded by Shuvo Rahman and Daniyal Baig, has raised 2 million dollars in seed funding co-led by i2i Ventures and Oraseya Capital to build an AI operating platform for e-commerce merchants, with growth focused on Saudi Arabia.

Maqsad Launches AI for Educators Course Starting June 29

Maqsad, Pakistan's leading EdTech platform, has launched AI for Educators, a hands-on course taught by Abdul Haseeb starting June 29, 2026, teaching teachers and university faculty to use AI tools including Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, and ElevenLabs to improve teaching quality and productivity.

IPO Pakistan Invites Inventors to Join WIPO Patent Support Program

Intellectual Property Organization of Pakistan is inviting inventors to apply for the WIPO Inventor Assistance Program, offering free legal support to file patents in Pakistan and internationally for those who lack the resources to protect their inventions. Apply at iap.wipo.int.