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๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฐ Pakistani Startups Lead Cybersecurity Innovation at GISEC Global 2025 in Dubai

Seven Pakistani startups led by Ignite showcased cybersecurity innovations at GISEC Global 2025, highlighting Pakistanโ€™s growing global digital impact.

Dubai, UAE โ€“ May 8, 2025: Pakistan’s cybersecurity frontier is gaining global recognition as seven innovative startups showcased their cutting-edge solutions at GISEC Global 2025, the Middle Eastโ€™s largest cybersecurity event, held from May 6โ€“8 at the Dubai World Trade Centre.

Backed by Ignite National Technology Fund, the startups highlighted Pakistanโ€™s growing expertise in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and digital trust โ€” reinforcing the nationโ€™s emergence as a rising digital powerhouse.


๐Ÿ” Meet the Pakistani Cybersecurity Trailblazers

Hosted under the Ignite Pavilion, the participating startups demonstrated next-generation technologies to tackle global cybersecurity threats:

  • Compliance Machine.ai
    Pakistanโ€™s first SaaS compliance automation platform, slashing costs by over 50%.
  • ThingzEye Pvt Ltd
    Developers of IoT firewalls and real-time threat detection systems for industrial security.
  • PKIChain
    A blockchain-based solution securing SSL/TLS certificate issuance and validation.
  • Whisper Frames
    Using deep learning to embed ownership metadata into digital assets to protect content rights.
  • Cys.AI
    An AI-powered browser extension that detects and prevents cyberbullying and online abuse.
  • Securitanium โ€“ Phishstop.ai
    AI-driven defense against text-based phishing attacks, even those that bypass traditional filters.
  • SmartSphere Technologies โ€“ GuardianAI
    Real-time compliance and security monitoring for AI-powered systems in critical industries.

๐Ÿ“ฃ Government & Industry Leaders Applaud

Federal Minister for IT & Telecom, Ms. Shaza Fatima Khawaja, praised the delegation:

โ€œThese startups reflect our national vision to build a secure, innovative digital ecosystem. Through platforms like GISEC, we aim to connect Pakistanโ€™s tech talent with global opportunities and drive cybersecurity excellence.โ€

Ignite CEO, Mr. Adeel Aijaz Shaikh, emphasized the significance of global exposure:

โ€œOur presence at GISEC demonstrates the immense potential of Pakistani startups in solving global cybersecurity challenges. We are proud to support their growth through innovation and international outreach.โ€


๐ŸŒ Pakistanโ€™s Growing Global Cyber Footprint

As cyber threats become more sophisticated, Pakistan is positioning itself not just as a technology adopter, but as an innovation leader. Platforms like GISEC allow homegrown startups to:

  • Showcase indigenous solutions on a global stage
  • Build strategic partnerships across the Middle East, Africa, and beyond
  • Attract venture capital and B2B growth opportunities
  • Represent Pakistanโ€™s Digital Pakistan vision with pride
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