92 Startups and SouthLabs bring Pakistani founders to Web Summit 2026, featuring AI platforms, SaaS tools, and an exclusive showcase at the Embassy of Pakistan in Lisbon, Portugal.
Pakistani founders are heading to Lisbon this November for Web Summit 2026. Two startup organizations, 92 Startups from Lahore and SouthLabs from Layyah, are co-leading a cohort of emerging tech ventures. They are bringing these startups to pitch global investors, build European partnerships, and showcase regional innovation.
Web Summit runs from November 9 to 12 in Lisbon, Portugal. It is one of the world’s largest annual technology gatherings.
Alongside the main conference, the delegation will host a dedicated networking evening at the Embassy of Pakistan in Lisbon called Pakistan Startup Connect.
Web Summit – A Networking Event For Showcasing Pakistani Startups to The World
Web Summit is one of the world’s largest global technology conferences and gatherings. Here are the key details of this much anticipated tech event:
- Location & Timing: The upcoming Web Summit 2026 takes place in Lisbon, Portugal, from November 9 to 12, 2026.
- Scope & Focus: Bringing together major global technology companies, international venture capitalists, corporate partners, and emerging startups across sectors including AI, SaaS, fintech, robotics, and data.
- Value for Startups: Past attendees include early-stage startups that went on to become household names. It acts as an international platform for founders to pitch businesses to global investors, access new markets, and build commercial partnerships.
Web Summit Outreach Partner: Techiefied
Techiefied is propagating the Web Summit 2026 initiative as the official Web Summit Outreach Partner.
Operating under its core mission “Technology, Simplified for Growth,” Techiefied helps businesses understand, adopt, and scale digital tools.
As PR and outreach partner, Techiefied will cover delegation stories, connect founders with international media. They will highlight how simple technology drives practical business expansion on the global stage.
Pakistani Startups Taking the Stage Via SouthLabs and 92 Startups
The delegation for Web Summit features companies working across artificial intelligence, cloud software, e-commerce, and sustainable agriculture.
SaaS & AI Infrastructure
- SouthLabs (southlabs.torontodigits.studio): AI incubator and tech infrastructure platform building artificial intelligence and agri-tech solutions in South Punjab.
- Natural Earth Food (NEF) (nefmart.com): Sustainable agri-tech platform connecting fresh produce supply chains with digital operations.
- aboutdigital (aboutdigital.com): Digital infrastructure and media agency building custom web presences and tech growth strategies.
- Zemoworks (zemoworks.com): Intelligence tools built directly into daily work workflows.
- SEO Repair Kit (seorepairkit.com): Software that automatically finds, monitors, and fixes search engine optimization problems.
- CubeWP Sites (sites.cubewp.com): A quick-deployment framework for building and launching websites.
- Ovee Labs (oveelabs.com): Software product lab focused on digital systems and technical development.
- Nexbrin: Product development firm helping founders plan, build, and launch new software.
Featured Startups to Watch Out For
These three startup ventures illustrate the practical problem-solving focus of the cohort:
- Encore Digital (encoredigital.tech): A global digital transformation and technology consultancy specialising in Salesforce, Microsoft Dynamics 365, CRM solutions, AI, and custom software development. They are helping businesses innovate and scale through cost-effective, expert-led delivery.
- Texnity (texnity.com): Texnity is an official WhatsApp Business API provider and Meta Business Partner. One omnichannel inbox for WhatsApp, Instagram, Messenger and email, with automation, AI agents and campaigns for Shopify and WooCommerce stores.
- H3 Technologies (h3techs.com): A technology agency providing custom enterprise software, mobile app development, and IT consulting services.
- Vertical Guild: This startup brings together developers to build custom AI products and autonomous software agents. Instead of generic automation, the vision here is to create practical tools designed for specific business workflows. This helps companies deploy dedicated AI systems built for their exact operational needs.
- Dilkibaat: AI-powered behavioral health platform built specifically for South Asian communities. Their vision is to combine culturally relevant insights with digital care tools to make mental health support personalized. This helps individuals access wellness guidance tailored directly to their background and needs.
- Shopignitor (shopignitor.com): An AI e-commerce platform that allows merchants to build a complete online store from a single text prompt.
- Natural Earth Food: A sustainable agri-tech venture focused on naturally fresh produce, directly connected to South Punjab’s agricultural economy.
E-Commerce, Digital Services, EdTech, and Utilities
- Kourify (kourify.com): An operating system built to manage cash-on-delivery (COD) e-commerce operations.
- MrGeek Digital (mrgeekdigital.com): Performance marketing agency focused on driving sales for digital businesses.
- LookupEdu (lookupedu.com): Educational platform offering tools for students exploring global study options.
- Skill Pass (skillpassplatform.com): Learning platform centered on practical skill acquisition and testing.
- myCred.me: Points, rewards, and store credit management system built for WordPress and WooCommerce businesses.
- aboutdigital: Digital strategy and media agency helping brands build custom online presences.
- NMBR: Business analytics and digital identity utility for tracking operational metrics.
SouthLabs and Tech Innovation in South Punjab
Tech growth in Pakistan often stays concentrated in major hubs like Lahore, Karachi, and Islamabad. SouthLabs brings a different perspective to the Lisbon delegation.
Based in Layyah in South Punjab, SouthLabs is an incubator dedicated to developing artificial intelligence and agri-tech startups outside major cities. It helps local founders build and get investment for regional solutions, especially in agriculture, and connect with international markets.
By joining the Lisbon delegation, SouthLabs shows that technological talent is growing across regional Pakistan.
About 92 Startups
92 Startups is a Lahore-based startup ecosystem builder focused on incubation, mentorship, investor access, and global market expansion. It guides early-stage founders through product development, cloud credits, and investor readiness to help them scale internationally.
About SouthLabs
SouthLabs is a Layyah-based technology incubator dedicated to bolstering artificial intelligence and agri-tech startups in South Punjab. It supports South Punjab’s regional founders by building locally relevant solutions and connecting regional talent to international markets.
Meet Leadership of Web Summit Delegation
Two experienced ecosystem builders co-lead the mission, bridging local incubation with global networks.
Abdullah Ramzan (On-Ground Delegation Lead)
Abdullah Ramzan will co-lead the delegation and manage operations on the ground in Lisbon. Born in Layyah, he is the founder and CEO of TorontoDigits and serves as Chapter Director of Startup Grind Layyah.
He has spent years building digital products and organizing regional tech events, including the Layyah startup pavilion at Indus AI Week in Islamabad.
In Lisbon, he will coordinate founder showcases and facilitate direct meetings with international investors.
Emraan Cheema (Co-Lead & CEO, 92 Startups)
Emraan (Imran) Cheema serves as co-lead of the delegation. He is the CEO of 92 Startups, a Lahore-based venture builder. With over 11 years of experience in SaaS and product development, he has founded or co-founded ventures including Zemotify, CubeWP, Cridio Studio, and NEXTWP.
At 92 Startups, he focuses on taking early-stage founders through incubation, coaching, and international investor readiness.
‘Pakistan Startup Connect’ at the Embassy of Pakistan
A central highlight of the trip is Pakistan Startup Connect, an evening event organized in collaboration with the Embassy of Pakistan in Lisbon.
The event program includes:
- Welcome remarks from embassy officials, 92 Startups, and SouthLabs.
- Short pitch presentations from delegation founders.
- A panel discussion titled “Building Bridges: Pakistan x Europe”.
- Investor networking and dinner.
The goal of the evening is straightforward: connect Pakistani founders with European venture capital, diaspora investors, and market partners.
Web Summit Wider Context and How to Connect
The delegation coincides with Pakistan’s broader national presence at Web Summit 2026. The Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) is leading an official pavilion featuring 17 IT and software services companies.
Together, these efforts highlight both established IT service providers and new founder-led startups.
European investors, founders, and media representatives interested in meeting the delegation can connect with 92 Startups through through official delegation channels.
Closing
Investors, partners, and founders in Lisbon can reach 92 Startups via 92startups.com.
Media Contact
- Name: Abdullah Ramzan (Delegation Lead)
- Email: ab@seorepairkit.com
- Phone / WhatsApp: +92 347 8653833
