Over the past two decades, Pakistan’s education sector has undergone a digital metamorphosis. From traditional chalk-and-board methods to mobile learning and AI-based platforms, educational technology (EdTech) has gradually begun to address longstanding issues of access, quality, and inclusion.
In 2024, Pakistan is witnessing the early stages of an AI revolution within its public sector, aiming to leverage artificial intelligence for improved governance and citizen services.
Over the past two decades, Pakistan’s Information Technology (IT) sector has transitioned from a struggling underdog into one of the most promising sectors of the national economy. This transformation has been driven by policy shifts, infrastructure development, rising tech talent, and global demand for digital services. The sector contributes over $2.6 billion annually in exports and is projected to grow exponentially with proper support.
In 2024, Pakistan's Fintech sector is experiencing rapid acceleration, particularly driven by the widespread adoption of digital wallets and their significant impact on financial inclusion across the nation.
In Pakistan, curiosity about Artificial Intelligence is growing, but its adoption within the public sector remains limited, indicating a gap between interest and practical implementation.
Artificial Intelligence in Pakistan is showing gradual but steady signs of emergence, slowly building momentum as a new technological frontier.
Taleemabad played a pivotal role in Pakistan's EdTech awakening during the pandemic, providing critical digital learning solutions and shaping the national response to educational disruption.
By 2020, Pakistan's Fintech sector had significantly evolved, playing a crucial role in expanding financial access and promoting greater inclusion across the population.
By 2017, Pakistan's startup ecosystem had matured, transitioning from a focus on mere survival to actively pursuing growth and scaling new ventures.
Despite the increasing global demand for software outsourcing, Pakistan’s local software development industry is struggling to gain international traction. In 2008, the sector remains underfunded and overshadowed by larger service industries.
