LaunchPad

BIC University of Balochistan Organizes Open House and Business Plan Competition for Startups

BIC University of Balochistan launches a three-day Open House and Business Plan Competition to prepare incubated startups for investor opportunities and enhance investment readiness.
Investments

SeedRise KP Fund Initiative Aims to Boost Startup Financing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

SeedRise KP Fund launches to address early-stage startup financing gaps in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through structured capital mechanisms and ecosystem engagement.
Traction

MedTalk AI by Faz Australia Wins ACT Health Pilot — Pakistani-Origin Founders Take on Clinician Burnout

Canberra-based Faz Australia, co-founded by Pakistani-origin entrepreneur Atif Nisar and doctor Maria Iftikhar, has secured a pilot contract with ACT Health for its artificial intelligence medical scribe platform MedTalk, marking a major milestone for the Pakistani diaspora in Australian healthtech.
Fresh

HICOOL 2026 Global Entrepreneurship Competition — Apply Before April 14 for USD 15 Million in Prizes

HICOOL 2026, the largest startup competition in China, is now open for international applications. Tech-oriented startups across 12 sectors can compete for USD 15 million in equity-free prizes, investor access, and a pathway into Beijing's startup ecosystem. Deadline: April 14, 2026.
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Fresh

Fresh

Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 — Apply for $1 Million in Equity-Free Prizes

The Entrepreneurship World Cup 2026 is now accepting applications from startups worldwide, offering $1 million in equity-free cash prizes, mentorship, and global investor access. Registration closes in May 2026.
Fresh

NIC Islamabad Investor Readiness Workshop Day 1 | Pitch Deck and Storytelling Session April 2026

National Incubation Center Islamabad launched the first day of its Investor Readiness Workshop series...
Fresh

NIC Hyderabad Hosts Digital Sindh Institute | Startup Ecosystem Session for Digital Marketing Students 2026

National Incubation Center Hyderabad welcomed students from Digital Sindh Institute's Digital Marketing batch for an awareness session on the startup ecosystem, founder support, and alternative career pathways beyond conventional employment.
Fresh

HICOOL 2026 Global Entrepreneurship Competition — Apply Before April 14 for USD 15 Million in Prizes

HICOOL 2026, the largest startup competition in China, is now open for international applications. Tech-oriented startups across 12 sectors can compete for USD 15 million in equity-free prizes, investor access, and a pathway into Beijing's startup ecosystem. Deadline: April 14, 2026.
Fresh

World Food Forum Startup Innovation Awards 2026 — Apply Now for Up to USD 17,500 and Global Accelerator Access

The World Food Forum has opened applications for its Startup Innovation Awards 2026, inviting youth-led startups worldwide including from Pakistan to compete for cash prizes, MassChallenge Switzerland accelerator access, and a pitch stage at the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations headquarters in Rome.
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NIC Quetta Alumni Networking Expo 2026 | Online Session with Ignite and Lahore Centre for Entrepreneurship

National Incubation Center Quetta hosted an online Alumni Networking Expo, bringing together founders and innovators from its alumni community alongside representatives from Ignite and Lahore Centre for Entrepreneurship to foster collaboration and growth.
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Pakistan Investor Lab Day 2 2026 | NIC Karachi Covers Valuation, Due Diligence and Exit Strategies

National Incubation Center Karachi concluded the third Pakistan Investor Lab on March 26, 2026, with the second day covering valuation techniques, risk management, due diligence, legal considerations, and portfolio exit strategies.
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NIC Islamabad Investor Readiness Workshop Day 3 | Financial Modelling and Valuation for Startups 2026

National Incubation Center Islamabad held the third day of its Investor Readiness Workshop, with...

Launchpad

LaunchPad

BIC University of Balochistan Organizes Open House and Business Plan Competition for Startups

BIC University of Balochistan launches a three-day Open House and Business Plan Competition to prepare incubated startups for investor opportunities and enhance investment readiness.
LaunchPad

NEIC Cohort 2 | NUTECH Entrepreneur and Incubation Centre Selects 10 Startups 2026

NUTECH Entrepreneur and Incubation Centre has announced the selection of 10 startups for its second cohort, spanning a diverse range of sectors including health technology, education, agriculture, and services.
LaunchPad

NIC Islamabad Cohort 5 Final Judging Round | April 2026 Startup Pitch Day

National Incubation Center Islamabad is set to hold the final judging round for its fifth cohort from April 6 to 8, 2026, with over 40 ecosystem leaders evaluating startups on their readiness to scale, withstand pressure, and attract capital.
LaunchPad

NIC Karachi Cohort 15 | 36 Startups Selected for Incubation Program 2026

National Incubation Center Karachi has announced 36 startups for its 15th cohort, spanning cybersecurity, fintech, industrial automation, women-led ventures, and other emerging sectors.
LaunchPad

Orbit Ventures Demo Day 2026 | NIC Karachi & Peshawar Startups Showcase

Orbit Ventures is hosting a Demo Day in partnership with NIC Karachi and NIC Peshawar, supported by the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication and Ignite, spotlighting early-stage startups across SaaS, HR Tech, EdTech, and more.

Investments

Investments

SeedRise KP Fund Initiative Aims to Boost Startup Financing in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa

SeedRise KP Fund launches to address early-stage startup financing gaps in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa through structured capital mechanisms and ecosystem engagement.
Investments

Pakistan Investor Summit 2026 Onboards Leading Investors and Institutions for 12th Edition

Pakistan Investor Summit 2026 brings together Gen Pak, Meezan Group, KPMG, Gobi Partners, and other key investors to support founders and strengthen the startup ecosystem.
Investments

NIC Islamabad Investor Summit 2026 to Connect Growth-Stage Startups with Capital

NIC Islamabad Investor Summit 2026 offers curated access to growth-stage startups and investors, creating a closed-door environment for high-potential investment opportunities.
Investments

Veon and GSMA MoU | JazzWorld to Co-Fund Pakistani Tech Startups via GSMA Innovation Fund 2026

Veon and GSMA's Mobile for Development Foundation have signed a memorandum of understanding to jointly fund Pakistani tech startups through JazzWorld, focusing on ventures with measurable social, economic, and climate impact.
Investments

Galaxefi and Zayn.VC Join Pakistan Investor Summit 2026 to Support Startup Growth

Galaxefi and Zayn.VC have joined Pakistan Investor Summit 2026 – 12th Edition, contributing to a network of VCs, angels, and industry leaders supporting founders shaping the country’s future economy.

Traction

Traction

MedTalk AI by Faz Australia Wins ACT Health Pilot — Pakistani-Origin Founders Take on Clinician Burnout

Canberra-based Faz Australia, co-founded by Pakistani-origin entrepreneur Atif Nisar and doctor Maria Iftikhar, has secured a pilot contract with ACT Health for its artificial intelligence medical scribe platform MedTalk, marking a major milestone for the Pakistani diaspora in Australian healthtech.
Traction

Sehat Kahani Featured in Harvard Case Study — A Milestone for Pakistan’s Healthtech

Pakistan's female-led telemedicine startup Sehat Kahani has been featured in a Harvard case study, recognising its model of connecting patients to doctors through technology as a benchmark for digital health innovation in emerging markets.
Traction

Asaan Health Expands Services with New Branch, Backed by NIC Hyderabad

Pakistan’s growing healthtech landscape continues to show signs of maturity as National Incubation Center...
Traction

Women in Tech Accelerator Opens Applications to Help Women Founders Scale Startups

Women in Tech Accelerator is now accepting applications in Pakistan, offering mentorship, strategy support, and financial access to help women-led startups scale.
Traction

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.
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Ecosystem

Ecosystem

Pakistan Startup Challenge 2026 Global Final Showcases High-Potential Startups

Pathfinder CITADEL Pakistan Startup Challenge 2026 Global Final brings together founders, policymakers, and industry leaders to scale high-potential startups.
Ecosystem

NIC Islamabad Investor Readiness Workshop Prepares Startups for Due Diligence

NIC Islamabad conducts a due diligence session under its Investor Readiness Workshop to help startups prepare for investment and upcoming investor engagements.
Ecosystem

NIC Lahore and Tech Horizons Venture Partnership | Pakistani Startups to Enter Saudi Market

National Incubation Center Lahore has announced a strategic partnership with Tech Horizons Venture to help Pakistani startups scale into Saudi Arabia through soft landing programs, investor networking, and joint ecosystem initiatives.
Ecosystem

NIC Karachi Acceleration Program 2026 Selects 5 Startups Including Lendverse and asani.io

NIC Karachi announces five startups selected for its acceleration program powered by Orbit Ventures, offering mentorship, investor access, and market validation.
Ecosystem

P@SHA PIXS Competition 2026 Showcases Pakistan’s Top Innovators and Startups

P@SHA PIXS Competition 2026 brings together startups, students, and innovators to showcase Pakistan’s emerging tech talent and digital solutions.
Ecosystem

Girls Got Goals, Right To Play Promote Women Empowerment Through Sports Initiative

Girls Got Goals collaborates with Right To Play to highlight the importance of sports in empowering young women and promoting equal opportunities.

Policy

Policy

PVARA Regulatory Sandbox 2026 Open — Virtual Asset Startups Can Now Apply

Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has opened applications for its Regulatory Sandbox 2026, inviting blockchain startups, fintech firms, and global digital asset companies to test virtual asset products under supervised regulatory conditions.
Policy

CEO of The Office of AI Engages with Leading VC Lawyer Mubariz Siddiqui on Pakistan’s AI and Tech Investment Landscape

CEO of The Office of AI and advisor to CM Punjab, Alimdar, connected with Mubariz Siddiqui, Pakistan’s leading startup and VC lawyer, to discuss AI, investment, and the future of Punjab’s tech ecosystem.
Policy

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.
Policy

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.
Policy

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.
Policy

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.

People

People

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.
People

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

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.
People

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.
People

Posturepro Care Physical Therapy Gilgit-Baltistan | Dr. Saleem Shazad and Dilsoroor’s Startup Story

Dr. Saleem Shazad and his wife Dilsoroor have co-founded Posturepro Care Physical Therapy in Gilgit-Baltistan, addressing the lack of accessible physiotherapy services for patients who previously had to travel to bigger cities for basic care.
People

KSBL Wins CFA Institute Research Challenge 2026 Sub-Regional | Asia Pacific Semi-Finals

A team from Karachi School of Business and Leadership has won the CFA Institute Research Challenge Sub-Regional Competition 2026, qualifying for the Asia Pacific Regional Semi-Final round.
People

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.
People

Paklaunch Hosts Webinar with Temporal CEO Samar Abbas, Founder of $5B Tech Unicorn

Paklaunch hosts a webinar with Samar Abbas, Co-Founder and CEO of Temporal Technologies, discussing his journey building a tech unicorn valued at $5 billion.
People

Animal Passport Founder Abdul Basit Qureshi Recognized for Advancing Technology in Animal Care

Abdul Basit Qureshi, founder of Animal Passport and NIC Hyderabad startup, gains recognition for building a tech platform for animal care with over 10,000 registered animals and multiple industry awards.

Editorial Insights

Editorial & Insights

Key Lessons for Pakistani Startups on Saudi Arabia’s Personal Data Protection Law (PDPL)

NIC Karachi hosted a session on Saudi Arabia’s PDPL, led by data protection expert Bilal Ghafoor, guiding startups on compliance, risks, and strategies for expanding into the Kingdom.

Global Insights

Global Insights

X Square Robot Secures $140 Million In A++ Funding To Expand AI Robotics

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.
Global Insights

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.
Global Insights

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

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.
Global Insights

Brainspark Games Founder Reedah El-Saie Wins £30,000 Dragons’ Den Deal for Inclusive EdTech Innovation

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.
Global Insights

5 Voice AI Startups Transforming Business in 2025 Across USA, UK, Pakistan, and Germany

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.