Journalists Oppose PECA law’s Tightening Grip
The National Assembly of Pakistan on Thursday approved the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Bill, 2025, spearheaded by Federal Minister for Industries...
Pakistan’s sixth rate cut to potentially revive economy.
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is poised to reduce its benchmark interest rate by at least 1 percentage point on Monday, marking its sixth consecutive cut...
Jazz and DeafTawk Collaborate for Inclusive Communication
Jazz, one of Pakistan’s top digital operators, has joined hands with DeafTawk, a global leader in accessible communication solutions, to improve accessibility...
Digital Nation Pakistan Bill 2024 Gets Approved
The National Assembly Standing Committee on #IT and Telecom has given the green light to the Digital Nation Pakistan Bill 2024, setting the stage for digital...
Meta Launches Edits to Rival CapCut
Meta, led by Adam Mosseri, has announced a new video editing app called #Edits, set to launch on March 13, 2025. The app is now available...
Pakistan’s Panda Bonds: Strengthening Economic Ties
Pakistan will issue #PandaBonds by June 2025 to raise $200 million from Chinese investors, as announced by Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad...
Bitcoin Surges Past $105,000 Amid Optimism
#Bitcoin has made headlines by surging past $105,000, briefly touching $106,000 on Saturday, as the cryptocurrency market regains momentum. The rally comes ahead...
Pakistan’s ICT Exports Surge 28% Amid Growth
Shaza Khawaja, Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication, in a response during the National Assembly’s Question Hours reportedly claimed...
Pakistan-Saudi Deal on Reko Diq Finalized
Barrick and the Government of Pakistan are nearing the finalization of a major #agreement on the Reko Diq Mining Company (RDMC) #mining #project in partnership with...
JS Bank and State Life Simplify Payments
JS Bank and State Life Insurance Corporation of Pakistan – Official have announced a #collaboration to simplify #premium #payments for policyholders. The...
World Bank’s ‘Criticism’ on Urban Plan Explained
Najy Benhassine, Country Director at The World Bank, in a tweet on X, formerly addressed the institution’s alleged critique of #Pakistan’s Urban Plan, claiming...
Pakistan’s ICT Exports Surge 28% Amid Growth
Shaza Khawaja, Minister of State for Information Technology and Telecommunication, in a response during the National Assembly’s Question Hours reportedly claimed...
PSX and 1LINK Revamp Book Building System
Pakistan Stock Exchange – PSX and 1LINK (Pvt) Limited signed an agreement to enhance the Book Building System (BBS) at PSX. This collaboration introduces online...
inDrive Names Awais Saeed Pakistan Lead
inDrive has appointed Muhammad Awais Saeed as its new Country Lead for Pakistan, marking a key development in its regional growth strategy. Saeed will manage inDrive’s...
Why NADRA’s Website Is Shutting Down Tomorrow
NADRA, The National Database and Registration Authority, has announced a significant overhaul, retiring its website and transitioning all services to its mobile...
Telecom Operators Protest Staggering 300% Fiber Hike
An alarming customs ruling by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) drastically inflated the import valuation of Optical Network Terminals (ONTs), critical devices...
Pakistan Shines at Jeddah Leadership Forum
Pakistan showcased its commitment to innovation and leadership at the Young Leadership Forum held in Jeddah, bringing together emerging leaders from 21 countries....
Xiaomi TVs Make Their Way to Pakistan
Air Link Communication Ltd., through its subsidiary Select Technologies Pvt Ltd. has proudly launched Xiaomi Technology TVs in Pakistan, marking a major step forward...
From Opaque to Open: The Role of Explainable AI in Ethical Technology
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming critical areas such as healthcare, finance, and public policy. However, as these systems grow more complex,...
State Life Insurance partners with JazzCash to Digitize Payment Collection
State Life Insurance, Pakistan’s Largest Life & Health Insurer has partnered with JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading Fintech, to provide premium collection services...
How OTT Platforms are Creating a Gender-Equal Playing Field in Sports: The Case of Pakistan Women’s Cricket
In Pakistan, women’s cricket was sparked by the courageous efforts of sisters Shaiza and Sharmeen Khan in 1996. Facing immense societal resistance, they introduced...
Agentic AI: From Generative Models to Intelligent Agents
What if AI could do more than just respond to our prompts? What if it could make decisions, take actions, and complete tasks all on its...
EVOLUTION OF AI: JOURNEY FROM SIMPLE RULES-BASED AUTOMATION TO ARTIFICIAL SUPERINTELLIGENCE
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is not new however, recent advances like OpenAI’s ChatGPT has made it one of the most transformative technologies of our time, but...
The Race to Generative AI and the Need for Responsibility
Generative AI is a revolution not only because of its mind-blowing generation capabilities but more because it has brought AI accessible to masses. With this race...
Approaching Generative AI Adoption : Navigating Business Transformation
Generative AI (GenAI) is anticipated to play a pivotal role in determining success or failure in the next five years for businesses, like previous technological...
From Disparities to Solutions: AI’s Impact on Maternal Health Outcomes
In the realm of maternal care, the focus is on safeguarding the health and well-being of expectant mothers throughout the entire journey of pregnancy, childbirth,...
A day at a 5G hackathon
Life is funny. I got into civil engineering despite having a taste for writing. And, fast forward a year on, I was sitting in Pakistan’s first...
ZAPTA Technologies: A Retrospective of 3 Years of Innovation and Impact
In the year 2020, a small team set out on an extraordinary mission, laying the foundation for ZAPTA Technologies, a rising star in the arena of...
Revolutionizing Connectivity: What Starlink Means for Pakistan
Hey there, tech-savvy readers! Today, we’re diving into an exciting topic that has the potential to reshape how we connect to the digital world. Picture this:...
Imagining the Metaverse: Pakistan’s Leap into a Digital Frontier
Hey Gen Z! Get ready to step into the future just Imagine Metaverse is here, and Pakistan is not far behind in this exciting digital revolution....
Cryptocurrencies in Pakistan: My gripes and concerns
Ethereum, Bitcoin and Dogecoin. These are words that are gaining traction with each passing day and the sky seems the limit for them. In November 2021,...
The fall of threads: A case of social media glut?
July 5 saw the release of Threads. Owned by Meta, the text-based application was created as an alternative to Elon Musk-owned Twitter (now called X). The...
Transformative Impact of AI on Social Commerce
What is social commerce?Social commerce is a swiftly expanding facet of online shopping. It harnesses the power of social networks and digital platforms to simplify...
JazzCash: A Beacon of Hope for Flood Affectees
In the wake of recurring floods that have devastated Sindh, Pakistan, JazzCash has been a beacon of hope for the affected families. With a legacy of...
The bleak future of PUBGM in Pakistan
It is not the best of times to write this passage. For the first time in almost 4 years of competitive PUBG Mobile, 2 Pakistani teams...
Unleashing the E-Gaming Revolution for Gen Z – Imagine the Possibilities!
Hey there, fellow gamers! Get ready to witness a seismic shift in the world of e-gaming, because Pakistan is gearing up to take the stage like...
China emerges as pivotal Player in Pakistan’s Digital Landscape.
China has emerged as a pivotal player in Pakistan’s digital landscape, establishing successful partnerships that have significantly contributed to the nation’s...
Pakistan’s Digital Currency Revolution: Potential & Challenges Ahead
In a groundbreaking announcement in July 2023, the governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) unveiled a significant stride towards the development of Pakistan’s...
Why I chose social-isolation
Social media is the go-to place for everyone. From 3-year-old toddlers to septuagenarian parents, each one of them is found on one or more of Facebook,...
Navigating Generative AI Adoption in Developing Nations: The Case of Pakistan
In the context of developing countries like Pakistan, the journey of adopting generative AI brings to light not only its promises but also the hurdles that...
What if Pakistan became a leader in Space Exploration?
Hey there, cosmic enthusiasts! Buckle up, because we’re about to embark on a journey that’s out of this world! Imagine a world where Pakistan, yes, you...
Mobilink Bank’s WIN Program Enables Sustainable Economic Growth of Unserved Women
Context of Gender Parity in Financial Inclusion: With the growing economic turndown affecting millions worldwide, vulnerable communities in developing nations such...
WhatsApp Ventures into Video Conferencing with Screen-Sharing Feature Amidst Zoom Privacy Uproar
In a bold move that has both intrigued and alarmed the tech world, WhatsApp has set its sights on the video conferencing market by introducing a...
What if Pakistan became a Global Destination for Tourism?
Hey there, fellow wanderlusts! Have you ever imagined packing your bags and jetting off to a place that’s like a hidden gem waiting to be discovered?...
The Convergence of AI and Fintech
The modern fintech era was ignited by three pivotal advancements in the mid-1990s: the emergence of the internet, the ubiquity of mobile phones, and the power...
Communication as an Essential Service in Humanitarian Crises: Empowering Aid and Saving Lives
World Humanitarian Day, observed on 19th August every year, is a global recognition of the efforts and sacrifices made by humanitarians around the world. These individuals...
Communication: An Essence in Making Humanitarian Crises More Manageable
Saturday, August 19th marks World Humanitarian Day. Designated in 2008 by the United Nations, this day is dedicated to those warriors who battle fierce weathers,...
Adopting Generative AI for SMEs
Like any new technology, the adoption of generative AI has so far left companies to struggle with devising a strategic implementation plan. Factors like data security,...
What if Cryptocurrency was Legal in Pakistan?
Hey there! Have you ever wondered what would happen if cryptocurrency was legal in Pakistan? It’s a question that has been on the minds of many...
Digitalization and Jamhuriyat, the Solution to Elections?
Unless a person has been living under a rock, they might know what has been transpiring in the political arena of Pakistan. The national assembly, via...