BankIslami and its digital banking platform, aik, partnered with Paklaunch for UNConference ‘26, bringing together founders, investors, and policymakers to discuss Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, particularly in Fintech and digital investment trends.

Rizwan Ata, President and CEO of BankIslami, emphasized the importance of digital adoption in Pakistan’s tech ecosystem, stating, “In 2025, we launched aik to promote Shariah-compliant finance with modern technology.”

Aly Fahd, Founder of Paklaunch, highlighted the partnership’s goal to connect entrepreneurial talent with global opportunities.

During the ‘Digital Platforms & Innovation’ panel, Ashfaque Ahmed, Chief Officer of aik, spoke about creating a digital-first banking experience to empower founders and reach underserved populations.

The event underscored the need to integrate inclusive financial tools and to foster collaboration between traditional financial institutions and tech startups.