BoP partners with Google Cloud

KARACHI: The Bank of Punjab (BoP) has joined forces with Google Cloud as a strategic partner for the Google Cloud Startup Competition Pakistan 2024, organised by Tech Valley and supported by Google Developers Group, a statement said on Saturday.

The partnership aims to uncover and nurture Pakistan's most promising tech startups, positioning them prominently on the regional innovation map. The competition invites startups to compete in five key areas: AI, E-commerce, Fintech, Frontier Technologies, and Sustainability, with winners receiving Rs1 million and connections with VCs.

"We're thrilled to welcome Bank of Punjab as a strategic partner for the Google Cloud Startup Competition," said Umar Farooq, CEO of Tech Valley Pakistan. "This collaboration strengthens our mission to empower Pakistan's most innovative startups and propel them onto the global stage."

The competition has garnered support from key stakeholders, including Alethea AI, Tridorian, Aspire, OPEN Silicon Valley, and Bookme.

"Supporting the startup ecosystem is a key strategic pillar for Bank of Punjab," said Imran Ashraf, Head of Digital Banking. "We look forward to working together to unearth new talents and enable them with resources to thrive."