NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Startups Showcase AI and Ed-Tech Solutions at Karachi Ed-Tech Fair

NIC Karachi startups took centre stage at the Ed-Tech Fair in Karachi, presenting artificial intelligence-powered and STEM-based education solutions including Haprow, an AI robot designed to support children with autism.

Plouton AI Selected Among Top 40 Startups for The Pitch by Deel Singapore Finals

Plouton AI secures a spot among 40 global startups at The Pitch by Deel Singapore finals, competing for $50,000 and entry into the global finale.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

CEGA Cohort 2 Orientation Launches Gaming and Animation Startups in Karachi

CEGA Cohort 2 orientation will introduce selected startups to structured incubation, mentorship, and production support for gaming and animation ventures in Karachi.

COMSATS Lahore Organises Advertising and Entrepreneurship Seminar With Industry Leaders

COMSATS University Islamabad Lahore Campus hosted a seminar on entrepreneurship, advertising and leadership featuring discussions on media trends, creativity and industry collaboration.

Shabbar Zaidi Urges Pakistani Founders to Explore Alternative Startup Funding Models 

Former FBR chairman Shabbar Zaidi advised Pakistani startups to diversify funding strategies beyond venture capital during a session at IBA Karachi.

Lumen Acquires Pakistani Founded Alkira for $475 Million 

Lumen Technologies will acquire cloud networking startup Alkira for $475 million in an all cash deal aimed at expanding cloud and artificial intelligence networking capabilities.

Cursor AI Co-Founded by Pakistani Sualeh Asif Lands $60bn SpaceX Acquisition Deal

Cursor, the AI code-generation startup co-founded by Karachi-born Sualeh Asif, has secured a $60 billion acquisition agreement with Elon Musk's SpaceX, marking a landmark moment for Pakistani talent in Silicon Valley.

NICAT Startup NEXERIN Raises $2 Million Funding from German Corporation Through Investor Connect 2.0

NICAT startup NEXERIN has secured $2 million investment from a German corporation following Investor Connect 2.0, highlighting growing global exposure for Pakistani startups.

SMEDA Highlights SME Cooperation and Trade Facilitation at D 8 Forum

SMEDA represented Pakistan at the 9th Meeting of D 8 SME Governmental Bodies, focusing on regional cooperation, trade facilitation and SME development initiatives.
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NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Organises MVP Development Session for Startup Founders

NIC Karachi will host a startup curriculum session on MVP development, prototyping, and product iteration featuring Imran Batoaq from YOTTABYTE.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

PSW Conducts TradeVerse and Trade Facilitation Session at Lahore Chamber

Pakistan Single Window partnered with CIRCLE Women Association and sheXcelerate to host a trade facilitation and TradeVerse awareness session at LCCI.

NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Organises MVP Development Session for Startup Founders

NIC Karachi will host a startup curriculum session on MVP development, prototyping, and product iteration featuring Imran Batoaq from YOTTABYTE.

NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Organises MVP Development Session for Startup Founders

NIC Karachi will host a startup curriculum session on MVP development, prototyping, and product iteration featuring Imran Batoaq from YOTTABYTE.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

PSW Conducts TradeVerse and Trade Facilitation Session at Lahore Chamber

Pakistan Single Window partnered with CIRCLE Women Association and sheXcelerate to host a trade facilitation and TradeVerse awareness session at LCCI.

KP to Provide Interest Free Loans for Media Startups and Digital Platforms

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced interest free loans for media startups to support journalists and independent digital media platforms.

Ecosystem

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Organises MVP Development Session for Startup Founders

NIC Karachi will host a startup curriculum session on MVP development, prototyping, and product iteration featuring Imran Batoaq from YOTTABYTE.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

PSW Conducts TradeVerse and Trade Facilitation Session at Lahore Chamber

Pakistan Single Window partnered with CIRCLE Women Association and sheXcelerate to host a trade facilitation and TradeVerse awareness session at LCCI.

KP to Provide Interest Free Loans for Media Startups and Digital Platforms

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced interest free loans for media startups to support journalists and independent digital media platforms.

Traction

NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

PSW Conducts TradeVerse and Trade Facilitation Session at Lahore Chamber

Pakistan Single Window partnered with CIRCLE Women Association and sheXcelerate to host a trade facilitation and TradeVerse awareness session at LCCI.

NIC Karachi Organises MVP Development Session for Startup Founders

NIC Karachi will host a startup curriculum session on MVP development, prototyping, and product iteration featuring Imran Batoaq from YOTTABYTE.

KP to Provide Interest Free Loans for Media Startups and Digital Platforms

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced interest free loans for media startups to support journalists and independent digital media platforms.

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NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

PSW Conducts TradeVerse and Trade Facilitation Session at Lahore Chamber

Pakistan Single Window partnered with CIRCLE Women Association and sheXcelerate to host a trade facilitation and TradeVerse awareness session at LCCI.

KP to Provide Interest Free Loans for Media Startups and Digital Platforms

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced interest free loans for media startups to support journalists and independent digital media platforms.
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Investments

NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Organises MVP Development Session for Startup Founders

NIC Karachi will host a startup curriculum session on MVP development, prototyping, and product iteration featuring Imran Batoaq from YOTTABYTE.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

PSW Conducts TradeVerse and Trade Facilitation Session at Lahore Chamber

Pakistan Single Window partnered with CIRCLE Women Association and sheXcelerate to host a trade facilitation and TradeVerse awareness session at LCCI.

KP to Provide Interest Free Loans for Media Startups and Digital Platforms

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced interest free loans for media startups to support journalists and independent digital media platforms.

SEIC Innovation Fellowship 2026 Extends Deadline for Student Applications in Pakistan

Applications for SEIC Innovation Fellowship Program 2026 have been extended until May 13, offering students a 6 month campus embedded startup experience in Karachi.

CEGA Cohort 2 Orientation Launches Gaming and Animation Startups in Karachi

CEGA Cohort 2 orientation will introduce selected startups to structured incubation, mentorship, and production support for gaming and animation ventures in Karachi.

AeroFusion 2026 Invites FYP Students to Compete for PKR 200,000 Prize in Pakistan

AeroFusion 2026 is accepting applications for AeroHack and Research Showcase, offering students mentorship, industry exposure and cash prizes for final year projects.

NIC Karachi Launches Advisory Councils for Startup Mentorship and Strategic Guidance 

National Incubation Center Karachi has introduced sector specific advisory councils to provide startups with structured guidance, mentorship and professional networks.

FIHP Investor Summit Brings Together Women’s Health Startups and Pakistan VCs

Femtech Innovation Hub hosted an investor summit with CERP and LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship, connecting women’s health startups with leading venture capital firms in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Hosts Dun & Bradstreet Session on Business Scaling and Growth Barriers

Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan and NIC Karachi will host a Zoom session on May 21 focusing on startup scaling challenges, investor expectations, and business credibility.

Investments

NIC Hyderabad Conducts Startup Session on Prototyping and Automation 

NIC Hyderabad hosted a session with Engr. Bilal Mehmood focusing on prototyping, automation and scalable product development for startups.

PM Shehbaz Sharif Orders Easier Bank Loans for Women Entrepreneurs and SMEs

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has directed banks to improve credit access for women entrepreneurs and SMEs while expanding export financing support in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Organises MVP Development Session for Startup Founders

NIC Karachi will host a startup curriculum session on MVP development, prototyping, and product iteration featuring Imran Batoaq from YOTTABYTE.

Mobilink Bank and Aangan Launch BiBi App for Breast Cancer Awareness in Pakistan

Mobilink Bank has launched the BiBi App, developed by women led startup Aangan, to improve breast cancer awareness and access to health information for women in Pakistan.

PSW Conducts TradeVerse and Trade Facilitation Session at Lahore Chamber

Pakistan Single Window partnered with CIRCLE Women Association and sheXcelerate to host a trade facilitation and TradeVerse awareness session at LCCI.

KP to Provide Interest Free Loans for Media Startups and Digital Platforms

Khyber Pakhtunkhwa government has announced interest free loans for media startups to support journalists and independent digital media platforms.

SEIC Innovation Fellowship 2026 Extends Deadline for Student Applications in Pakistan

Applications for SEIC Innovation Fellowship Program 2026 have been extended until May 13, offering students a 6 month campus embedded startup experience in Karachi.

CEGA Cohort 2 Orientation Launches Gaming and Animation Startups in Karachi

CEGA Cohort 2 orientation will introduce selected startups to structured incubation, mentorship, and production support for gaming and animation ventures in Karachi.

AeroFusion 2026 Invites FYP Students to Compete for PKR 200,000 Prize in Pakistan

AeroFusion 2026 is accepting applications for AeroHack and Research Showcase, offering students mentorship, industry exposure and cash prizes for final year projects.

NIC Karachi Launches Advisory Councils for Startup Mentorship and Strategic Guidance 

National Incubation Center Karachi has introduced sector specific advisory councils to provide startups with structured guidance, mentorship and professional networks.

FIHP Investor Summit Brings Together Women’s Health Startups and Pakistan VCs

Femtech Innovation Hub hosted an investor summit with CERP and LUMS Centre for Entrepreneurship, connecting women’s health startups with leading venture capital firms in Pakistan.

NIC Karachi Hosts Dun & Bradstreet Session on Business Scaling and Growth Barriers

Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan and NIC Karachi will host a Zoom session on May 21 focusing on startup scaling challenges, investor expectations, and business credibility.