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NIC Islamabad Hosts Storytelling Workshop to Help Founders Craft Stronger Startup Narratives

NIC Islamabad hosted a storytelling workshop led by Samar Hasan, helping early-stage founders learn how to build compelling startup narratives for customers, investors, and broader audiences.

Indus AI Week 2026 Highlights Pakistan’s Growing Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Ecosystem

Indus AI Week 2026 brought together startups, developers, and tech partners through competitions, showcases, and gaming events focused on advancing Pakistan’s AI and digital innovation ecosystem.

3M Expands Expanded Beam Optical Interconnect Production to Support AI Data Center Growth

3M is increasing production of Expanded Beam Optical interconnects to enable faster, scalable connectivity for next-generation AI data centers and high-performance computing infrastructure.

NIC Karachi to Host 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab Focused on Angel Investing and Venture Deal-Making

NIC Karachi will host the 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab on March 25–26, a two-day program covering startup investing, valuation, due diligence, syndicates, and venture deal-making.

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NIC Peshawar Opens Final Walk-In Interviews for Cohort 15 Startups

NIC Peshawar is hosting final walk-in interviews for Cohort 15 startups, offering aspiring founders a last opportunity to pitch their ideas and join the incubation program.

NIC Peshawar Cohort 15 Highlights Growing Startup Movement with 511...

NIC Peshawar’s Cohort 15 demonstrates the expanding startup ecosystem in Pakistan, attracting 511 applications from young founders across diverse sectors including AI, SaaS, EdTech, healthtech, e-commerce, and food.

Founder Institute Cohort 4 at NIC Islamabad Helps Early-Stage Founders...

Founder Institute Cohort 4 at NIC Islamabad is guiding early-stage founders through mentorship, validation, and startup development to transform ideas into revenue-generating businesses.

Pakistan’s Game Development Startups Showcase Innovation at GDC 2026 in...

Pakistani startups ExoFarm (Algoryte), VR Combat Simulator, and Kashmeta showcased gaming, VR, and metaverse innovations at Game Developers Conference (GDC) 2026 in San Francisco, highlighting Pakistan’s growing game development ecosystem.

NIC Peshawar Hosts Walk-In Interviews as Startups Compete for Cohort...

NIC Peshawar has begun four days of walk-in interviews where aspiring founders pitch their ideas for a chance to join Cohort 15 of its startup incubation program.

NIC Karachi Continues Cohort 15 Final Induction Pitching with Industry...

NIC Karachi hosted Day 3 of Cohort 15 Induction Final Pitching on March 10, 2026, where industry experts evaluated innovative startups competing for incubation.

NIC Karachi Hosts Cohort 15 Induction Pitching Session with Industry...

NIC Karachi held the Cohort 15 Induction Action Hour Pitching on March 12, 2026, bringing together industry experts and ecosystem leaders to evaluate innovative startups competing for incubation.

Qaflah Introduces AI Boardroom with Virtual Executives to Support Startup...

Qaflah launches AI Boardroom, a virtual suite of AI executives designed to help startup founders with strategy, technical guidance, and financial insights.

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Women Entrepreneurs to Avail 25% Income Tax Concession from Tax Year 2025 After Federal Tax Ombudsman Decision

Federal Board of Revenue implements a 25% income tax concession for women entrepreneurs from Tax Year 2025 after a ruling by Federal Tax Ombudsman on Complaint No. 18986/PWR/IT/2025 filed by Nida Khan.

Startup Registration and Legal Compliance Session by SECP Empowers Peshawar Entrepreneurs

Cohort 2 of University of Peshawar Business Incubation Program hosts SECP session on startup registration, legal compliance, and regulatory requirements for early-stage ventures.

Pakistan Launches Islamabad AI Declaration To Advance Sovereign And Responsible Artificial Intelligence

Pakistan has introduced the Islamabad AI Declaration, outlining principles for sovereign, responsible, and capability-driven artificial intelligence under the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication and Ignite.

Pakistan Climate Innovation Brief Highlights $348 Billion Funding Gap And Reform Roadmap

A new Climate Innovation Brief reveals Pakistan needs $348 billion to address climate challenges, with only 14% funding available, and proposes six structural reforms to unlock climate tech growth.

Structuring for Scale Report Highlights Climate Innovation Pathways in Pakistan

Structuring for Scale report maps climate crisis, opportunity, and systemic barriers in Pakistan, offering six reforms to unlock the country’s climate innovation potential.

Deadline Extended for Prime Minister’s Cloud Program for Startups as Ignite Expands Access to Cloud Support

Ignite, under Ministry of IT & Telecom, has extended the application deadline for the Prime Minister’s Cloud Program for Startups to February 20, 2026, supporting 100 tech startups with cloud reimbursement.

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Temporal Technologies Raises $300M Series D At $5B Valuation...

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Temporal Technologies has raised $300 million in a Series D round at a $5 billion valuation. CEO Samar Abbas will headline a fireside chat on March 12, discussing durable execution systems and the future of agentic AI.

Virtuans AI Acquired by AutoAcquire AI in Seven-Figure USD...

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Pakistani conversational AI startup Virtuans AI has been acquired by US automotive tech company AutoAcquire AI in a seven-figure USD deal, with founders Raheel Ahmad and Muddassar Sharif joining the acquiring firm in leadership roles.

Qureos Secures $5M Seed Funding from Prosus Ventures and...

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Dubai-headquartered AI hiring platform Qureos has raised $5 million in a seed round led by Prosus Ventures and Salica Oryx Fund, with plans to expand AI capabilities, grow its go-to-market team, and strengthen its operational presence including Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Hosts Women Led Fundraising Session Breaking The...

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NIC Karachi held a Women Led Track session titled Breaking The Bias Owning The Ask, focusing on fundraising readiness, investor bias, and practical tools for women founders.

Venture Plus Information Session At NIC Peshawar Highlights Subsidized...

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An open information session at NIC Peshawar introduced founders and growth stage businesses to Venture Plus by Accelerate Prosperity, offering insights into subsidized financing and scale focused advisory support.

OmuzBOX Advances With Investment and Support From Accelerate Prosperity...

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OmuzBOX, a digital language learning platform founded by Sultonmamad Chorshanbiev, receives investment and technical support from Accelerate Prosperity Tajikistan to scale its platform globally.

Uplift AI Secures $3.5M Funding to Expand Advanced Voice...

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Uplift AI raises $3.5M led by Y Combinator and Indus Valley Capital, aiming to bring advanced voice technology solutions to Pakistan, led by CEO Hammad Malik and Co-Founder Zaid Qureshi.

NIC Karachi Launches 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab to Equip Participants with Startup Investment Skills

NIC Karachi’s 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab offers a two-day intensive program providing practical insights into startup investing, deal evaluation, and real-world case studies for aspiring investors.

Pakistan Investor Lab 2026 Brings Together Investors and Ecosystem...

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Pakistan Investor Lab 2026 at NIC Karachi offers investors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders practical insights, strategic networking, and collaboration opportunities to strengthen Pakistan’s startup investment landscape.

NIC Karachi Launches 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab to Equip...

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NIC Karachi’s 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab offers a two-day intensive program providing practical insights into startup investing, deal evaluation, and real-world case studies for aspiring investors.

CCP Approves Suol Innovations’ Majority Stake Acquisition in KRRAVE...

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Competition Commission of Pakistan approves Suol Innovations’ acquisition of majority shares in KRRAVE Technologies, the parent company of Karachi-based grocery delivery platform KRRAVE Mart.

TruDoc Secures $15 Million Pre Series B Funding To...

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Digital healthcare platform TruDoc raises $15 million in Pre Series B funding to expand its virtual first healthcare model and telemedicine services across GCC markets.

Cart.com Secures $180 Million Investment to Scale Artificial Intelligence...

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Commerce infrastructure platform Cart.com has raised $180 million in a growth investment round led by Springcoast Partners to expand artificial intelligence capabilities across its logistics and fulfillment network.

Ignite National Technology Fund Issues EOI for Pakistan Venture...

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Ignite National Technology Fund has invited expressions of interest from qualified firms to establish and manage Pakistan Venture Fund, aiming to strengthen venture capital support for startups.

How Early-Stage Startups Can Leverage Non-Dilutive Capital to Fund...

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Endeavor Pakistan highlights non-dilutive capital options for early-stage startups, including grants and revenue-based financing, enabling founders to extend runway and preserve equity.

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Haaf Group Joins Paklaunch UNConference 2026 as Strategic Sponsor Ahead of Islamabad Event

Haaf Group - Private Limited joins Paklaunch UNConference 2026 as a strategic sponsor. The event will bring together global tech founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders in Islamabad on April 29–30.

NIC Peshawar Signs MoU with Women Chamber of Commerce to Support Women-Led Entrepreneurship

NIC Peshawar partners with Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Peshawar, to promote women-led startups, collaboration, and opportunities within Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.

NIC Karachi and Orbit Ventures Host AMA Session with Kelly Pang on Scaling Startups Globally

NIC Karachi and Orbit Ventures hosted an online Ask Me Anything session with Orbit Ventures’ Senior Program Manager Kelly Pang, guiding founders on global expansion and scaling startups.

SMEDA and WCCI AJK Join Hands to Support Women-Led Businesses in Azad Jammu and Kashmir

SMEDA and Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry AJK plan joint initiatives to strengthen women-led businesses through training, market linkages, and export opportunities in Azad Jammu and Kashmir.

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ConnectHear Wins Mobile Frontier Award at 4YFN 2026 During MWC Barcelona

Pakistani accessibility startup ConnectHear wins the Mobile Frontier Award at 4YFN 2026 held during MWC Barcelona, gaining recognition from the global tech community.

Farmdar and UAV Technologies Partner to Deploy AI-Powered Crop Intelligence Across Thailand

Farmdar signs MoU with UAV Technologies to deploy AI-driven crop intelligence across Thailand using satellite imagery and UAV systems, enabling large-scale agricultural monitoring and data insights.

OPEN Global “Reaching Beyond Borders” Virtual Event Unites Global Leaders, Changemakers, and Innovators

OPEN Global convenes a virtual gathering of visionary leaders and changemakers, featuring insights on technology, leadership, and global collaboration. Join industry experts from AI, startups, diplomacy, and digital transformation.

Daftarkhwan Islamabad Event with Vogue and Toni & Guy Highlights Creativity and Modern Workspaces

Daftarkhwan Islamabad recently hosted a collaborative event with Vogue and Toni & Guy focusing on creative expression, workspace culture, and modern professional lifestyles.

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Women Entrepreneurs to Avail 25% Income Tax Concession from Tax Year 2025 After Federal Tax Ombudsman Decision

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Federal Board of Revenue implements a 25% income tax concession for women entrepreneurs from Tax Year 2025 after a ruling by Federal Tax Ombudsman on Complaint No. 18986/PWR/IT/2025 filed by Nida Khan.

Startup Registration and Legal Compliance Session by SECP Empowers Peshawar Entrepreneurs

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Cohort 2 of University of Peshawar Business Incubation Program hosts SECP session on startup registration, legal compliance, and regulatory requirements for early-stage ventures.

Pakistan Launches Islamabad AI Declaration To Advance Sovereign And Responsible Artificial Intelligence

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Pakistan has introduced the Islamabad AI Declaration, outlining principles for sovereign, responsible, and capability-driven artificial intelligence under the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication and Ignite.

Pakistan Climate Innovation Brief Highlights $348 Billion Funding Gap And Reform Roadmap

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A new Climate Innovation Brief reveals Pakistan needs $348 billion to address climate challenges, with only 14% funding available, and proposes six structural reforms to unlock climate tech growth.

Structuring for Scale Report Highlights Climate Innovation Pathways in Pakistan

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Structuring for Scale report maps climate crisis, opportunity, and systemic barriers in Pakistan, offering six reforms to unlock the country’s climate innovation potential.

Deadline Extended for Prime Minister’s Cloud Program for Startups as Ignite Expands Access to Cloud Support

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Ignite, under Ministry of IT & Telecom, has extended the application deadline for the Prime Minister’s Cloud Program for Startups to February 20, 2026, supporting 100 tech startups with cloud reimbursement.

Legal 101 For Startup Founders Offers Practical Guidance On Structure Contracts And Compliance

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Barsols Legal Consultants leads Legal 101 session for startup founders, covering essential legal basics, company structure, contracts, and compliance to support informed decision-making from day one

Pakistan Positions Artificial Intelligence As National Priority At INDUS AI WEEK

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Pakistan’s IT Minister Shaza Fatima Khwaja highlights AI as a national priority at INDUS AI WEEK, as the event brings innovators, startups, and experts together to advance AI adoption in the country.

DigiSkills.pk 3.0 Empowers Women Across Pakistan With Future-Ready Digital Skills

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DigiSkills.pk 3.0 under Ignite and Ministry of IT & Telecommunication is equipping Pakistani women with digital skills, fostering independence, and creating opportunities for leadership and growth.
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Senator Sarmad Ali Highlights Importance of Defining Brand Pakistan at NIC Islamabad Event

Senator Sarmad Ali discussed the challenges and opportunities in shaping Pakistan’s global image at NIC Islamabad’s Distinguished Speaker Series, emphasizing perception, media narratives, and youth influence.

Paklaunch UNConference 2026 to Feature Saad Idrees, Irfan Wahab Khan, Kassim Shroff, Huma Fakhar, Abdul Rafay Gadit and Shoaib...

Paklaunch UNConference 2026 in Islamabad will host prominent founders and industry leaders including Saad Idrees, Irfan Wahab Khan, Kassim Shroff, Huma Fakhar, Abdul Rafay Gadit, and Shoaib Zahid Malik.

NIC Islamabad Hosts Storytelling Workshop with Samar Hasan to Help Startups Strengthen Investor Pitches

NIC Islamabad organizes an in-person storytelling workshop with venture builder Samar Hasan to help incubated startups craft compelling narratives and communicate value to investors.

Paklaunch to Host Ali Moiz for Online Launch of 3 Startups, 40 Pivots and Fireside Chat with Founders

Paklaunch will host Ali Moiz for an exclusive online launch of his new book 3 Startups, 40 Pivots on March 24, featuring a fireside conversation on startup lessons, pivots, and fundraising.

Global Insights

X Square Robot Secures $140 Million In A++ Funding To...

China-based AI robotics firm X Square Robot raises 1 billion yuan ($140 million) in an A++ funding round, attracting investors including ByteDance, Sequoia China, and Shenzhen Capital Group, to expand industrial and logistics AI applications.

Netflix’s Journey from DVD Startup to Global Streaming Leader

Netflix evolved from a DVD-by-mail service into a global entertainment powerhouse through streaming, data-driven decisions, and original content innovation.

Hub71 Startups Raise $2.45 Billion as Abu Dhabi’s Innovation Ecosystem...

Startups at Abu Dhabi’s Hub71 have raised $2.45 billion in funding and generated $1.36 billion in revenue, reflecting the UAE’s growing global influence in technology, AI, fintech, and life sciences.

Brainspark Games Founder Reedah El-Saie Wins £30,000 Dragons’ Den Deal...

Pakistani-origin entrepreneur Reedah El-Saie secures £30,000 from Dragons’ Den investors to expand Brainspark Games, an AI-powered educational gaming platform promoting inclusive and accessible learning for children worldwide.

5 Voice AI Startups Transforming Business in 2025 Across USA,...

Voice AI is reshaping industries in 2025. Meet the top 5 startups—Deepgram, ElevenLabs, Poly AI, VOLV, and Rasa—pioneering speech recognition, voice cloning, enterprise assistants, and conversational AI.

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NIC Peshawar Opens Final Walk-In Interviews for Cohort 15 Startups

NIC Peshawar is hosting final walk-in interviews for Cohort 15 startups, offering aspiring founders a last opportunity to pitch their ideas and join the incubation program.

Pakistan Investor Lab 2026 Brings Together Investors and Ecosystem Leaders at NIC Karachi

Pakistan Investor Lab 2026 at NIC Karachi offers investors, mentors, and ecosystem leaders practical insights, strategic networking, and collaboration opportunities to strengthen Pakistan’s startup investment landscape.

NIC Karachi Launches 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab to Equip Participants with Startup Investment Skills

NIC Karachi’s 3rd Pakistan Investor Lab offers a two-day intensive program providing practical insights into startup investing, deal evaluation, and real-world case studies for aspiring investors.

Senator Sarmad Ali Highlights Importance of Defining Brand Pakistan at NIC Islamabad Event

Senator Sarmad Ali discussed the challenges and opportunities in shaping Pakistan’s global image at NIC Islamabad’s Distinguished Speaker Series, emphasizing perception, media narratives, and youth influence.

NIC Islamabad Hosts Storytelling Workshop to Help Founders Craft Stronger Startup Narratives

NIC Islamabad hosted a storytelling workshop led by Samar Hasan, helping early-stage founders learn how to build compelling startup narratives for customers, investors, and broader audiences.

Indus AI Week 2026 Highlights Pakistan’s Growing Artificial Intelligence and Innovation Ecosystem

Indus AI Week 2026 brought together startups, developers, and tech partners through competitions, showcases, and gaming events focused on advancing Pakistan’s AI and digital innovation ecosystem.

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