14 graduating startups from a Google-backed incubator in Pakistan

The graduating startups.

Karachi-based incubator The Nest I/O, which is funded by Google, Samsung, and the US State Department, had its fourth demo day on Monday. The incubator is now almost two years old and has seen a total of 79 startups graduate from its four-month-long program.

The current batch of startups are working in fields such as AR, retail, fintech, and livestreaming. Here’s the complete list, in no particular order:

1. The E-Learning Network

The E-learning Network wants to help teachers who are preparing to start their professional careers. It provides online accredited teacher training and educational management courses on par with UK standards. Aspiring teachers can obtain these qualifications from home.

2. MentHub

MentHub is a mentorship platform which connects students from disadvantaged backgrounds with professionals in urban areas of Pakistan. It wants to give socially-conscious professionals the opportunity to help society at large.

3. Wondertree

Wondertree uses augmented reality to develop interactive games for children with special needs. The aim is to provide an interactive world and help boost the child’s attention span, motivation, and other skills. It also allows for continual monitoring and tracking of a child’s progress.

4. TechTree

Techtree engineers educational robots that help kids learn technical skills and offer them a multifaceted education. The robots are customizable and can be controlled through an app.

5. CARiger

CARiger is an on-demand platform that allows you to book mechanics if you need to repair or service your car.

6. Jamout