The National Finale of PIXS 2026 was held on 10 April, bringing together key figures from Pakistan’s technology and business ecosystem to evaluate and support emerging export ready digital ventures. The event was attended by senior representatives including Sajjad Syed, Chairman of P@SHA, Raheel Iqbal, Chief Executive Officer of The Game Storm Studios Private Limited, Usman Akbar, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of PureLogics, Muhammad Haris Naseer, Chief Operating Officer of InfoTech Group, and Kheezran Khan, Director Brand and Global Outreach at P@SHA, reflecting strong industry participation in the initiative.
The evaluation process included Muhammad Haris Naseer serving as a jury member, where he assessed a range of promising ventures identified for their export potential within the digital sector. Sajjad Syed participated as an observer jury member alongside other industry experts, contributing insights during the assessment process. His involvement added depth to the evaluation framework, while also supporting discussions around the readiness of participating startups for international markets and the evolving requirements of global technology clients.
As part of the event proceedings, Sajjad Syed also delivered a keynote address in which he shared perspectives on strengthening Pakistan’s digital export ecosystem and enabling high potential technology ventures to scale effectively. He emphasised the importance of structured support systems, industry collaboration, and sustained focus on innovation to enhance Pakistan’s position in the global digital services market. The presence of multiple senior industry leaders highlighted the growing alignment between private sector stakeholders in supporting export oriented growth within the technology industry.
The event underscored themes of innovation, entrepreneurial development, and the expanding role of Pakistan’s digital economy in international markets. It also reflected ongoing efforts led by organisations such as Trade Development Authority of Pakistan and Tech Destination Pakistan to strengthen the country’s technology exports. Through platforms like PIXS 2026, emerging ventures are being provided with opportunities to connect with industry leaders, gain feedback, and refine their strategies for global competitiveness in an increasingly dynamic digital landscape.
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