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NIC Karachi Launches Cybersecurity Track Featuring Penetration Testing Session with House of Habib Experts

NIC Karachi announces a cybersecurity track with a hands-on penetration testing session led by House of Habib experts to help startups strengthen digital security foundations.

NIC Peshawar AI Summit Highlights Pakistan’s Growing AI Ecosystem, Cohort 15 Now Open

NIC Peshawar hosts AI Summit during AI Indus Week, featuring startup pitches, founder stories, and panel discussions on the future of AI as Cohort 15 applications open.

Pakistan Advances AI Entrepreneurship with Indus AI Week 2026 Women Hackathon

Federal Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja highlights AI entrepreneurship, digital inclusion, and youth empowerment at Indus AI Week 2026 women hackathon, emphasizing Pakistan’s potential in technology.

Syed Azfar Hussain Leads SBP Innovation Hub Seminar on Startup-Led Digital Innovation in Pakistan

SBP Innovation Hub hosted a seminar on startup-led innovation for Pakistan’s digital economy, featuring Syed Azfar Hussain, Project Director at NIC Karachi, highlighting fintech, platform innovation, and regulatory collaboration.

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NIC Karachi Demo Day Pitch 101 with Orbit Ventures Prepares...

NIC Karachi founders join Demo Day Pitch 101 session led by Kelly Pang from Orbit Ventures, focusing on narrative building, traction presentation, and investor readiness.

Indus AI Week 2026 Day 2 at NIC Karachi Highlights...

Indus AI Week 2026 Day 2 at NIC Karachi centers on sales funnel strategy, customer acquisition, and scaling AI startups through a workshop led by Hanzala Raja.

NIC Karachi Conducts HSE Practices Session for Industrial Automation Under...

NIC Karachi organizes an HSE Essentials session for industrial automation startups under Cohort 14, led by Umair Arif of The Disrupt Labs to promote safety, compliance, and market readiness.

BizB Champions Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan, NIC Peshawar Cohort 15...

BizB showcases how women in Pakistan are building businesses and driving digital growth, as NIC Peshawar invites applications for Cohort 15 to support women-led innovation.

LAAM Technologies Powers Local Brands While NIC Peshawar Launches Cohort...

LAAM Technologies enables digital commerce for Pakistani designers, while NIC Peshawar invites applications for Cohort 15 to support e-commerce, retail, and marketplace innovations.

NIC Peshawar Launches Cohort 15 to Commercialize Final Year Projects

NIC Peshawar invites students to apply for Cohort 15, helping turn final year projects into market-ready startups through validation, scaling, and commercialization support.

Kaacib Expands to Saudi Arabia via BridgeStart Global Gateway |...

Pakistani fintech startup Kaacib expands operations to Saudi Arabia under BridgeStart Global Gateway, supported by Pakistan Startup Fund, 1MORETHING Ventures, and Ministry of IT & Telecommunication.

Demo Day Pitch 101 Session with Orbit Ventures Prepares Pakistani...

Startups participated in an online “Demo Day Pitch 101” session led by Kelly Pang of Orbit Ventures, focusing on narrative building, traction storytelling, and investor readiness ahead of final Demo Day presentations.

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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.

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

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

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

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.

Ignite Launches Prime Minister’s Cloud Program to Support Pakistani Tech Startups

Ignite’s Cloud Program offers Pakistani startups up to 60% reimbursement on cloud costs, expert guidance, and ecosystem support to accelerate growth and digital transformation.

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Accelerate Prosperity Joins 7th Investor Summit to Support Inclusive...

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Accelerate Prosperity, an AKDN Initiative, participates in the 7th Investor Summit, offering investment and strategic support to startups focused on sustainable and inclusive growth.

Pak Angels Participates In 7th Investor Summit Supporting Early-Stage...

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Pak Angels joined the 7th Investor Summit to provide early-stage investment and mentorship, helping founders make informed decisions and turn ideas into scalable ventures.

A47 AI Secures Investment to Scale Real-Time AI News...

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A47 AI, led by Ali Rizvi, raises funding to enhance its AI-driven news verification platform, accelerating innovation in digital information accuracy and reliability

Venture+ Opens Applications Offering Subsidized Debt Financing to Growing...

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Venture+ has opened applications for Pakistani businesses seeking subsidized debt financing of up to PKR 6 crores, alongside advisory support and post-investment assistance.

Sajwani Group Expands Investment Focus on Pakistan, Signaling Renewed...

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UAE-based Sajwani Group’s expanded investment interest in Pakistan reflects renewed private-sector confidence, strengthening GCC–Pakistan ties and accelerating cross-border capital collaboration.

Investment In Echooo AI Strengthens Pakistan’s AI-Powered Influencer Marketing...

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Venture fund backs Echooo AI, an AI-driven influencer marketing platform in Pakistan, enabling brands to run data-driven campaigns while empowering micro and nano influencers with consistent opportunities.

Agrilift Secures Strategic Investment To Scale Agri Tech Solutions...

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Agrilift, an agri tech startup using AI, drone, and satellite data, secures strategic funding from Accelerate Prosperity to scale precision agriculture solutions, improve crop yields, and strengthen Pakistan’s agri ecosystem.

Qureos Secures $5M Seed Funding from Prosus Ventures and Salica Oryx Fund to Expand AI Hiring Platform

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.

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.

OmuzBOX Secures Investment from Accelerate Prosperity Tajikistan to Expand...

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

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NIC Karachi FinTech Curriculum Session with PayFast CEO Covers SBP, SECP Compliance

NIC Karachi organizes a Cohort 14 FinTech session with PayFast CEO Adnan Ali, guiding startups on SBP and SECP licensing, AML/KYC compliance, and investor readiness.

Syed Azfar Hussain Leads SBP Innovation Hub Seminar on Startup-Led Digital Innovation in Pakistan

SBP Innovation Hub hosted a seminar on startup-led innovation for Pakistan’s digital economy, featuring Syed Azfar Hussain, Project Director at NIC Karachi, highlighting fintech, platform innovation, and regulatory collaboration.

PSW and PIFD Khadijah Women Entrepreneurship Program Phase 2 Lahore

PSW, in collaboration with PIFD, hosts a consultative session in Lahore under Phase 2 of the Khadijah Women Entrepreneurship Program, empowering women-led businesses with trade and export insights.

HBL & Visa Reveal She’s Next Pakistan 2026 Winners Supporting Women-Led Businesses

HBL and Visa have announced the 2026 winners of the She’s Next Pakistan program, awarding five women entrepreneurs USD 10,000 each along with training, mentorship, and community support.

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Indus AI Week: Atomic Computing Grants PKR 68 Million Cloud Credits to Pakistani Startups

Seven prequalified startups at Indus AI Week 2026 receive PKR 68 million in cloud credits from Atomic Computing, strengthening infrastructure and enabling scalable, enterprise-ready solutions.

Indus AI Week: AI Wrapper Competition 2026 Winners AxonEstate Orbit-Ed SafetyX Pro

BetaCodes-sponsored AI Wrapper Competition 2026 concludes with AxonEstate winning first place, Orbit-Ed second, and SafetyX Pro third, highlighting Pakistan’s AI innovation talent.

NIC Karachi Startups Record PKR 13B Investment And Strong Economic Impact

NIC Karachi supported startups have raised over PKR 13B in investment, generated PKR 12B in revenue, and created more than one million jobs, highlighting sustained growth in Pakistan’s startup ecosystem.

Pakistan’s Startup Ecosystem Set for Growth in 2026 with New Generation of Scalable Ventures

Pakistan’s startup ecosystem is poised for growth in 2026, following $74M raised last year. Emerging ventures like Haball, myco.io, BusCaro, and MedIQ Smart Healthcare are attracting investor attention and addressing local and global challenges.

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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.

Ignite Launches Prime Minister’s Cloud Program to Support Pakistani Tech Startups

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Ignite’s Cloud Program offers Pakistani startups up to 60% reimbursement on cloud costs, expert guidance, and ecosystem support to accelerate growth and digital transformation.

Ignite Seeks Proposals for Third Party Assessment of Digiskills.pk Program with January 2026 Deadline

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Ignite, under Ministry of IT & Telecom, invites qualified entities to submit proposals for third party assessment of Digiskills.pk program. Deadline is January 21, 2026. Full RFP details available on official procurement portals.

Ignite Hosts Pre-Bid Conference For CODE4AI South Region To Strengthen Pakistan AI Ecosystem

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Ignite invites organizations to join the Pre-Bid Conference for CODE4AI South Region at National Incubation Center, Karachi on Jan 6, 2026, providing clarity on RFPs and fostering Pakistan’s AI ecosystem.

Prime Minister’s Cloud Program Supports Pakistani Startups with Infrastructure and Expertise

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Ignite launches Prime Minister’s Cloud Program for Startups to provide cloud infrastructure, technical guidance, and cost optimization support for technology-based startups in Pakistan.
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Maleeha Lodhi Highlights Civic Responsibility in Paklaunch Post on Accountability

Paklaunch shares a powerful message from Maleeha Lodhi emphasizing civic responsibility, accountability, and rejecting dynastic politics in Pakistan.

Rehan Jalil at Rent Fireside Chat: “Mediocrity is Death” Message to Startup Leaders

Rehan Jalil challenges founders to reject mediocrity and pursue excellence during a candid conversation at the Rent Fireside Chat, inspiring Pakistan’s startup community.

Sidra U InspireMill Founder New President OPEN Islamabad Pakistan

Sidra U., Founder of InspireMill, has been elected President of OPEN Islamabad, bringing her experience in digital tools and rural entrepreneurship to Pakistan’s leading professional tech network.

Fireside Chat with Mercury CEO Imad Akhund Explores Startup, Fintech, and AI Innovations

Join “A Fireside Chat with Imad Akhund” on 11th February 2026, moderated by Ali Moiz of PilotGPT, for insights on entrepreneurship, scaling startups, and building founder-first fintech solutions.

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 Karachi Demo Day Pitch 101 with Orbit Ventures Prepares Startups for Investor Showcase

NIC Karachi founders join Demo Day Pitch 101 session led by Kelly Pang from Orbit Ventures, focusing on narrative building, traction presentation, and investor readiness.

NIC Karachi FinTech Curriculum Session with PayFast CEO Covers SBP, SECP Compliance

NIC Karachi organizes a Cohort 14 FinTech session with PayFast CEO Adnan Ali, guiding startups on SBP and SECP licensing, AML/KYC compliance, and investor readiness.

Indus AI Week 2026 Day 2 at NIC Karachi Highlights Sales Funneling and AI Startup Growth

Indus AI Week 2026 Day 2 at NIC Karachi centers on sales funnel strategy, customer acquisition, and scaling AI startups through a workshop led by Hanzala Raja.

NIC Karachi Conducts HSE Practices Session for Industrial Automation Under Cohort 14

NIC Karachi organizes an HSE Essentials session for industrial automation startups under Cohort 14, led by Umair Arif of The Disrupt Labs to promote safety, compliance, and market readiness.

NIC Karachi Launches Cybersecurity Track Featuring Penetration Testing Session with House of Habib Experts

NIC Karachi announces a cybersecurity track with a hands-on penetration testing session led by House of Habib experts to help startups strengthen digital security foundations.

BizB Champions Women Entrepreneurs in Pakistan, NIC Peshawar Cohort 15 Applications Open

BizB showcases how women in Pakistan are building businesses and driving digital growth, as NIC Peshawar invites applications for Cohort 15 to support women-led innovation.

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