Startups
Government Initiates Pakistan Startup Fund and 5G Rollout by 2024
Government unveils plans for a Pakistan Startup Fund to boost venture capital investment and is set to roll out 5G internet by mid-2024, as confirmed by Dr. Umar Saif, the Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication.
NEP NIC Launchpad Applications (Cohort 5) - Build your startup
Join the 5th Cohort of the NEP NIC incubation cycle and ignite your startup journey! Applications are now open, offering entrepreneurs free office space, mentorship, legal guidance, stipends, and more. Apply today to make your entrepreneurial dreams a reality. #StartupIncubation #NEPNIC #ApplyNow
Digital Pakistan - Cybersecurity Hackathon 2023 by Ignite
Are you ready to be part of Ignite's National Cybersecurity Competitions? Get ready to showcase your cybersecurity skills and seize this exciting opportunity!
Join the Innovation Ecosystem: ICCBS Technology Park's Incubation Program - 11th Cohort Incubation Program
Are you a tech-savvy entrepreneur with a groundbreaking startup idea? Look no further! The ICCBS Technology Park and Technology Incubation Center at the University of Karachi are here to guide you on your path to success. With over 50,000 square feet of dedicated space for innovation, they're one of the largest incubation centers in the country
PayPal and Stripe Payment Gateways Coming to Pakistan, says IT minister
In an exciting turn of events for Pakistan's tech landscape, the country is on the verge of welcoming PayPal and Stripe payment gateways. This development promises to open up new opportunities for freelancers, businesses, and the entire tech community in Pakistan. Dr. Umar Saif, the Caretaker Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunications, recently shared his optimism that positive news regarding these payment gateways will be announced in the coming weeks.
HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2023 - Awards Night & Gala Dinner
HBL P@SHA ICT Awards 2023 are the sole authorized gateway to the annual Asia-Pacific ICT Alliance Awards bringing together investors, public stakeholders, policy makers, commercial entities, startups, and companies.
The Aurora Tech Award 2023: Empowering Women in Tech
Are you a woman leading a tech startup? Get ready for the Aurora Tech Award! It's all about smashing barriers and championing equality in the tech world. Cash Prizes: Win up to $30,000 to fuel your business growth.
The World Summit Awards (WSA) Young Innovators 2023 is open for applications!
If you're under 26 years old and using technology to make a difference in the world by tackling the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs), this is your chance to shine.
IBA CED INVENT 2023: Ignite Your Startup Journey
The INVENT is the pioneer startup competition in Pakistan that roots back to 2009, when its maiden voyage was started by the IBA Center for Entrepreneurial Development (CED). Since then, INVENT is synonymous to an ecosystem that connects the dreamers, innovators and entrepreneurs with a network of investors, corporations, and mentors to help them showcase their ideas to the world, raise capital, launch corporate collaborations, and scale their world-changing startups.
USAID Announces Second Round of FDI Grants for Pakistani Firms
Are you a Pakistani firm looking to attract international investment? The USAID Investment Promotion Activity's (IPA) Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Grants are here to help. This blog post outlines how you can leverage these grants to boost your business.
Karandaaz Pakistan's Digital Finance Challenge 2023: Empowering Agriculture
Karandaaz Pakistan is launching an exciting initiative to transform agriculture finance. They're inviting proposals that aim to boost financial inclusion for smallholder farmers, improve their financial capabilities, foster agritech and agrifinance growth, and create a safer and more inclusive financial environment.