In a landmark moment for Pakistan’s startup ecosystem, 4 startups from Ignite - National Technology Fund ’s National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore have secured their place at the Plug and Play Tech Center in Silicon Valley, USA — a first-of-its-kind achievement for National Incubation Centers.

• Paymo. - building Pakistan's first mobile wallet for the Gen Z.
• Thingsty is a no-code IoT platform enabling businesses to easily deploy, monitor, and analyze IoT devices for smarter operations.
• Motto Vest is an IP-protected airbag vest that safeguards the health of motorcycle riders (and their vital body organs, spinal cord, backbone etc.).
• Voltshare is the world’s first cloud-connected EV charging infrastructure platform with IoT capabilities. We connect people who have electric cars with people who have extra electricity or chargers and commercial charging stations. This creates a more accessible and convenient charging network for EV owners.

The National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore is a pioneering initiative supported by the Ignite - National Technology Fund and the Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan, driven by a shared vision to transform Pakistan into a global hub of innovation and technology. National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore is spearheaded by consortium led by NETSOL Technologies Pakistan, with collaboration of industry leaders including HBL, Plug and Play Tech Center, Daftarkhwan , Beaconhouse National University (BNU), Accelerate Prosperity - An AKDN Initiative, University of Engineering and Technology, Lahore, and Women Chamber of Commerce & Industry.

National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore startups attending month long in-person GOAL Program at Plug and Play Tech Center. Plug and Play GOAL (Global Overseas Acceleration & Learning) Program empowers international founders to promote economic development through innovation, internationalisation and entrepreneurship. The founders are participating in intensive training, mentorship, and in-person sessions. National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore startups will have the opportunity to present their products at Plug and Play Tech Center Summit attended by 2500+ Corporates, VCs, Government Organizations, experts, and investors. With 565+ Fortune 1000 partners and a network of 2000+ startups that have raised over $9 billion, Plug and Play Tech Center stands as one of the world’s most influential acceleration platforms.

This landmark initiative has been realized due to the support of the Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan and Ignite - National Technology Fund, enabling NIC Lahore’s mission. This initiative has been possible with the support from the Pakistan Startup Fund, which has covered startup’s expenses for the program.

"Our heartfelt gratitude goes to Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan, Ignite - National Technology Fund, and the Pakistan Startup Fund,” said Ayub Ghauri, President, National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore. “This is not just funding, it’s belief, empowerment, and a powerful signal to the world that the Pakistan startup ecosystem is ready for the global innovation stage.”

“This is a proud moment for Pakistan, ”said Adeel Aijaz Shaikh ,CEO of Ignite - National Technology Fund. “The presence of National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore’s startups at Silicon Valley is a strong validation of the innovation emerging from our national incubation network. Their success is a testament to the collaborative efforts of Ministry of IT and Telecom Pakistan, National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore and the Pakistan Startup Fund.

”National Incubation Center Lahore - NIC Lahore played a key role in facilitating this journey, helping founders secure visas, plan logistics, and prepare for a transformative experience. This is more than just a win for a few startups it’s a signal that Pakistan’s innovators are ready to lead, connect, and compete at the highest level.

Contact NIC Lahore: Hamza Khursheed Program Manager National Incubation Center Lahore Email: hamza@niclahore | Phone: 03064046567

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