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NIC Peshawar Hosts Startup Connect to Guide Service Ventures Toward Investment Readiness

NIC Peshawar convened Startup Connect, a session under Cohort 15, to help service-oriented startups develop scalable models and align with investor expectations, strengthening the local startup ecosystem.

Ignite Invites Pakistani Startups To Represent Pakistan At LEAP 2026 In Riyadh

Ignite – National Technology Fund, under Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, is inviting Pakistani startups to apply for participation at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

ANDE South Asia Announces Asia Climate & Environment Learning Lab Session on Circular Economy

ANDE South Asia, in partnership with Accelerate Prosperity, invites ecosystem practitioners to participate in the Asia Climate & Environment Learning Lab: BYOI Session on Circular Economy in Central and South Asia focused on practical insights and field experiences.

Paklaunch Riyadh Meetup at LEAP 2026 Brings Founders and Investors Together

Paklaunch has announced a Riyadh Meetup during LEAP 2026, bringing founders, investors, and innovators together for networking and collaboration as the tech ecosystem converges in Saudi Arabia.

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Sindh Acceleration Program Extends Application Deadline To 1 March For...

Sindh Acceleration Program extends its deadline to 1 March, offering mentorship, training, and investor access to revenue-stage startups, including women-led and underserved founders across Sindh.

TourX Tourism Acceleration Program Launches In Tajikistan With Swiss Government...

TourX acceleration program launches in Tajikistan, supporting 22 tourism projects through bootcamps, mentorship, and structured growth support backed by Swiss Government and Aga Khan Foundation.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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Genius World Inclusive School System Receives 1 Million PKR...

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Genius World Inclusive School System in Hyderabad moves closer to opening its first dedicated Therapy Room with a 1 Million PKR donation from Yousuf Mamsa and Donate Pakistan, promoting inclusive education

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.

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

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.

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.

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NIC Karachi Hosts Fintech Compliance Session With PayFast CEO Adnan Ali Under Fintech Track

NIC Karachi’s Fintech Track hosted a legal and regulatory deep-dive session with PayFast CEO Adnan Ali, equipping startups with practical insights on compliance and scalable fintech operations.

Mobilink Bank Partners With Sindh Enterprise Development Fund To Boost MSME Financing In Sindh

Mobilink Bank partners with Sindh Enterprise Development Fund (SEDF) to improve access to affordable financing for MSMEs in agriculture, green energy, women-led businesses, and innovation sectors across Sindh.

SEDF and Accelerate Prosperity MoU Expands Finance Access for Startups and SMEs in Sindh

Sindh Enterprise Development Fund and Accelerate Prosperity sign a strategic MoU in Karachi to improve access to formal finance for startups and SMEs through investment readiness and markup subsidy support.

Farmdar Partners with Sojitz’s KDX to Deliver Satellite and AI Crop Insights for Thai Farmers

Farmdar is set to support Sojitz Corporation’s KDX agri platform in Thailand with satellite and AI-driven crop insights to improve farmer yield, efficiency, and ROI.

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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.

Daftarkhwan Opens New Workspace in Gulberg Greens Islamabad to Support Freelancers and Startups

Daftarkhwan has launched a collaborative workspace in Gulberg Greens Islamabad, offering flexible working environments, community events, and support for freelancers, founders, and remote teams.

OfficeFlowAI Secures 1st Position at GSEA Pakistan National Finals 2025–2026, Advances to Riyadh

Alina Nasir’s OfficeFlowAI wins GSEA Pakistan National Finals 2025–2026, earning the opportunity to represent Pakistan at the GSEA Regional Finals in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

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.

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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.

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.
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Azhar Yousuf Praises Daftarkhwan Workspace for Productivity and Exceptional Service

Azhar Yousuf, Director at Tintash, shares his experience at Daftarkhwan, emphasizing the workspace’s greenery, service quality, and environment that fosters deep focus and productivity.

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 Jalil 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.

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.

Hot News

NIC Peshawar Hosts Startup Connect to Guide Service Ventures Toward Investment Readiness

NIC Peshawar convened Startup Connect, a session under Cohort 15, to help service-oriented startups develop scalable models and align with investor expectations, strengthening the local startup ecosystem.

NIC Karachi Hosts Fintech Compliance Session With PayFast CEO Adnan Ali Under Fintech Track

NIC Karachi’s Fintech Track hosted a legal and regulatory deep-dive session with PayFast CEO Adnan Ali, equipping startups with practical insights on compliance and scalable fintech operations.

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.

Ignite Invites Pakistani Startups To Represent Pakistan At LEAP 2026 In Riyadh

Ignite – National Technology Fund, under Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, is inviting Pakistani startups to apply for participation at LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Temporal Technologies Raises $300M Series D At $5B Valuation As CEO Samar Abbas Set For Fireside Chat

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.

Mobilink Bank Partners With Sindh Enterprise Development Fund To Boost MSME Financing In Sindh

Mobilink Bank partners with Sindh Enterprise Development Fund (SEDF) to improve access to affordable financing for MSMEs in agriculture, green energy, women-led businesses, and innovation sectors across Sindh.

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