On 7 November 2025, the Karnataka government approved a five-year Startup Policy worth ₹518 crore aimed at fostering 25,000 new startups, including 10,000 outside Bengaluru. The initiative focuses on deep-tech areas such as AI, blockchain, and quantum computing, and aims to expand global innovation alliances to over 30 countries. The policy also provides funding incentives, incubation programs, and mentoring support to encourage entrepreneurship and strengthen regional innovation clusters across the state.