Silicon Valley – In a defining moment for Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, video-streaming platform Myco has emerged as the top performer in Season 9 of Meet the Drapers, a global startup competition hosted by legendary investor Tim Draper. Myco walked away with a combined $1.5 million in investment and a SaaS contract, the highest package awarded in the show’s latest season.
This landmark achievement follows months of competition featuring more than 2,000 startups worldwide. Myco, which blends sports, entertainment, and blockchain into a streaming-first ecosystem, became the first Pakistani-origin startup to not only reach the finale of the show—but to win big.
How Myco Got There: A Push from PakLaunch and a Lot of Votes
The journey began when PakLaunch, a global Pakistani tech community, persuaded Tim Draper to spotlight startups from Pakistan in a dedicated episode aired in October 2024. From there, two Pakistani startups made it to the semi-finals, but Myco stood out—earning a spot in the finale thanks to overwhelming audience support.
The final pitch was recorded in California in April 2025, followed by rigorous due diligence. By July, Myco had sealed the deal: a $500,000 investment and a $1 million SaaS agreement with Draper Associates.
Tim Draper Backs Pakistan’s Digital Future
Tim Draper—famed for backing Tesla, Coinbase, SpaceX, and Skype—has long championed decentralized technologies. His investment in Myco sends a strong signal about the potential of emerging markets like Pakistan.
“This is the future of streaming,” Draper said during the show, praising Myco’s Web3-powered model that merges digital content with real ownership and monetization tools.
PakLaunch founder Aly Fahd, who played a pivotal role in facilitating the startup’s exposure, commented from San Francisco:
“This isn’t just a win for Myco — it’s validation that Pakistani entrepreneurs can compete and win on the global stage.”
From Cricket to Combat Sports: Myco’s Expanding Content Empire
While Myco is known for broadcasting major cricket events like ICC tournaments, PSL, and PCB matches, it’s rapidly diversifying its sports portfolio. The platform has also secured rights for:
- English Premier League (3 years)
- MMA & Karate Combat
- Emerging sports like padel, squash, and volleyball
- Grassroots events, including local and university-level tournaments
This multi-sport approach is part of Myco’s long-term ambition to build an immersive, content-rich digital platform that caters to a global audience.
User Growth, Global Reach & What’s Next
In just 18 months, Myco has attracted over 20 million users in Pakistan alone. It now boasts:
- 100M+ monthly video impressions
- Users in over 100 countries — from Pakistan and the Middle East to North America
- Support from Aptos Labs, the Layer 1 blockchain platform powering Myco’s upcoming Web3 wallet and reward token
With its “Watch & Earn” model, Myco is gearing up to launch a decentralized content economy where users and creators can earn and trade digital content assets in real time.
Looking Ahead: Expansion and Ecosystem Building
Armed with fresh capital and Draper’s endorsement, Myco plans to scale across North America, MENA, and South Asia, while doubling down on:
- Regional telco and media partnerships
- Creator monetization tools via Web3 infrastructure
- Fintech integrations to drive digital payments and user engagement
- Athlete and sports sponsorships to deepen its presence in the sports world
The company has set its sights on reaching 50 million users by the end of 2025, making it one of the most ambitious digital media ventures to emerge from Pakistan.
