Start ups

People pass the entrance to an underground car park marked as a shelter with a yellow sticker reading 'Priedanga' (Shelter) on Gediminas Prospect in central Vilnius on May 28, 2026. (AFP)

Baltics transform from Soviet stagnation to startup hubs

Decades after emerging from Soviet rule, the Baltic states have built a thriving technology ecosystem fueled by digital innovation, entrepreneurship and a new generation of founders.

August 2, 2026

Dubai startup launches $3m venture fund, opens doors to Pakistani founders

FAST Ventures has launched FAST Foundry, aiming to support early-stage startups. The fund provides capital, workspace, and operational support, including marketing, AI, and creator tools, offering opportunities for Pakistani and MENA region founders.

November 25, 2025