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Pakistan Launches Seven AI Innovation Hubs to Back 560 Startups

Pakistan's Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has launched the National Artificial Intelligence Advancement Initiative, issuing a Request for Proposals to build seven AI innovation hubs and incubate 560 startups across Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit over two years.
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MedIQ Receives Zone Enterprise License From Special Technology Zones Authority

MedIQ has been awarded the Zone Enterprise License by the Special Technology Zones Authority under the IT, ITeS, and Telemedicine category, allowing it to operate within Pakistan's Special Technology Zones as a licensed technology enterprise.
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ComplyEncrypt Helps SMEs Simplify Compliance At NIC Karachi

ComplyEncrypt, a NIC Karachi startup founded by SM Waqas Imam, is helping SMEs automate compliance processes through lean, ISO-aligned solutions, making audit readiness faster and more affordable as businesses expand into international markets.
Ecosystem

Founder Institute Cohort 5 Hosts Legal And Equity Session For Founders

Founder Institute Cohort 5 held a Legal and Equity session for founders, featuring Mariam Saleem of HP|FKM and Hassan Mufti of Mufti Law, covering legal structures, equity distribution, founder agreements, and intellectual property.
Ecosystem

Ignite And Higher Education Commission Sign MoU To Strengthen Innovation Ecosystem

Ignite National Technology Fund and the Higher Education Commission have signed a Memorandum of Understanding aimed at strengthening Pakistan's innovation, startup, and higher education ecosystem, with the ceremony witnessed by senior leadership from both organizations.
Ecosystem

NIC Faisalabad Opens Applications For Startups Building Real World Tech Systems

NIC Faisalabad, backed by Ignite National Technology Fund and the Ministry of IT and Telecom, has opened applications for founders building in healthtech, fintech, mobility, food tech, and AI and SaaS, offering mentorship, research support, industry access, and investor connections.
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CEGA Trains 1600 Creators With National Target of 10000

CEGA, the Center of Excellence for Gaming and Animation, has trained over 1,600 creators since its November launch, working toward a national target of 10,000 trained professionals and 200 plus startups incubated in creative technologies, backed by Ignite National Technology Fund.
Partnerships

DEMO Partners With Pakistan’s Premier Aerospace & Deep-Tech Innovation Platform AeroFusion by NICAT

DEMO Pakistan joins NICAT’s AeroFusion 2026 as Technology Media Partner for Pakistan’s premier aerospace and deep-tech innovation platform taking place in Rawalpindi on 5–6 June 2026.
Ecosystem

NIC Islamabad Conducts Investor Education Workshop on Startup Investing and AI Opportunities

NIC Islamabad holds investor education workshop covering startup investing, valuation, due diligence, and AI opportunities in Pakistan’s startup ecosystem.
LaunchPad

NIC Islamabad Accelerator Program 2026 | Final Call to Apply Before April 5 Deadline

National Incubation Center Islamabad has issued a final call for applications to its Accelerator Program, offering startups up to PKR 5 million in grant funding, global mentorship, and investor readiness support. The deadline is April 5, 2026.
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NIC War Room Session 2026 | Startups Prepare Pitch Decks Ahead of Investor Summit Pakistan

National Incubation Center hosted a War Room session led by Bilal Farooq Khan, helping startups refine their pitch decks and understand investor expectations ahead of an upcoming Investor Summit.
Ecosystem

NIC Peshawar Hosts Startup Connect on Innovation Prescribed to Explore Future of Healthcare

NIC Peshawar’s Startup Connect session on Innovation Prescribed highlights how technology and startups are shaping accessible and smarter healthcare systems in Pakistan.
Ecosystem

NIC Karachi and Orbit Ventures Convene Judges for Acceleration Cohort 3 Startup Evaluations

NIC Karachi x Orbit Ventures Acceleration Cohort 3 gathers leading industry experts and investors on March 24, 2026 to evaluate high-potential startups ready for rapid growth.
Ecosystem

NIC Peshawar Signs MoU with Women Chamber of Commerce to Support Women-Led Entrepreneurship

NIC Peshawar partners with Women Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Peshawar, to promote women-led startups, collaboration, and opportunities within Pakistan’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
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Pakistan Launches Seven AI Innovation Hubs to Back 560 Startups

Pakistan's Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication has launched the National Artificial Intelligence Advancement Initiative, issuing a Request for Proposals to build seven AI innovation hubs and incubate 560 startups across Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit over two years.
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MedIQ Receives Zone Enterprise License From Special Technology Zones Authority

MedIQ has been awarded the Zone Enterprise License by the Special Technology Zones Authority under the IT, ITeS, and Telemedicine category, allowing it to operate within Pakistan's Special Technology Zones as a licensed technology enterprise.
Ecosystem

GAIN Series to Host Session on Investment Readiness for IT Companies

PSEB is inviting registered IT and ITeS companies to Cohort 2 Session 15 of the GAIN Online Awareness and Engagement Series, featuring Jehangir A. Raja on investment readiness for Pakistan IT companies.
Ecosystem

PASHA ICT Awards to Host Live Webinar on Applying and Pitching

P@SHA ICT Awards 2026 is hosting a live webinar on August 4, led by the Chief Judge and Head Judges, covering the application process, winning pitch strategies, and the pathway to APICTA, with a live Q&A session.