Tech Desk 
Aug 01, 2025
As the country is undergoing skyrocketing innovations in the landscape of artificial intelligence (AI), Ignite, in collaboration with the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP), has set the stage for Pakistani AI startups to apply for the AI & Big Data Expo Europe 2025, scheduled for September 24-25 in Amsterdam.
This event has offered a unique opportunity for startups to showcase their innovations to global investors, tech leaders, and decision-makers from all around Europe. Application deadline is August 8, 2025.
The remarkable opportunity has emerged in the wake of Pakistan's startup ecosystem being all-time richest in talent, which means that gaining international visibility can be challenging.
This initiative aims to address that by sponsoring shortlisted startups to attend the expo, allowing them to:
- Exhibit their AI or data products at a dedicated booth
- Meet venture capitalists and global partners
- Attend high-level talks and technical workshops
- Join B2B matchmaking sessions
- Network with influential figures in the AI sector
Eligibility criteria for AI & Big Data Expo Europe 2025
- Startups must be less than five years old
- Must be based and operating in Pakistan
- Must register on StartupConnect.pk
- Must not have received prior international sponsorship from Ignite
It's worth mentioning that as part of the selection process, only shortlisted startups will be invited for a pitch and evaluation round.
The AI & Big Data Expo stands as one of Europe’s premier tech events, featuring hundreds of exhibitors and expert-backed sessions on the latest trends in AI and data.
