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Dr. Maleeha Lodhi shares insights on Pakistan’s growth obstacles during a Paklaunch fireside chat with Faisal Aftab, exploring talent, capital, and startup traction.

Code4AI Central Region RFP Proposal Deadline Extended To February 6, 2026

Ignite extends proposal submission deadline for Code4AI Central Region RFP to 6 February 2026. Interested participants can access details and documents via eprocure.gov.pk, ignite.org.pk/procurement, and ppra.org.pk.

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NIC Quetta Joins ITCN Asia 2026 as Outreach Partner to Boost Pakistan’s Tech Ecosystem

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RCIR and NIC Islamabad Explore Building Pakistan’s National Narrative

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ZIGChain Highlights Blockchain Use Cases Set to Transform Industries in 2026

Abdul Rafay Gadit of ZIGChain discusses real-world blockchain adoption, scalable DeFi infrastructure, and sustainable wealth creation in 2026 at a recent crypto webinar.

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Flood Hackathon Empowers Innovators To Develop Solutions For Pakistan’s Flood Challenges

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Dr. Maleeha Lodhi and Faisal Aftab discussed Pakistan’s talent, capital, and ecosystem challenges in an intimate fireside chat attended by local and online participants, highlighting opportunities for growth and innovation.

AI for Business Growth Event Highlights Practical Applications of AI in Pakistani Companies

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