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May 7, 2025

Crackdown Begins: PTA Targets Illegal Phone Approvals

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a stern warning against the use of illegally patched mobile phones, signaling a significant crackdown on unauthorized device registrations. […]
May 6, 2025

Science Ministry Cuts 200+ Jobs in Restructuring Drive

In a sweeping decision by the Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST), over 200 jobs are being eliminated as part of a major restructuring plan. The […]
May 6, 2025

Trump’s TikTok Deal Twist Keeps Everyone Guessing

In a surprising turn, former US President Donald Trump may extend the deadline for ByteDance to reach a deal concerning TikTok’s US operations. Initially set to […]
May 4, 2025

IMF Moves Forward With Pakistan Loan Review

Despite reported concerns raised by India, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is proceeding with Pakistan’s loan program review as scheduled. IMF representative Mahir Binici confirmed that […]
May 4, 2025

NADRA Launches Cost-Friendly, Smarter ID Cards

NADRA Pakistan has unveiled a new version of Pakistan’s national ID card—one that balances affordability with smart features. In a cost-saving move, the chip has been […]
May 3, 2025

Pakistan Looks at UAE’s Digital Success to Spur Transformation

Federal Minister for Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives Prof. Ahsan Iqbal Chaudhary recently praised the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for its role in digital transformation during […]
May 3, 2025

Sindh and WFP Fight Malnutrition and Climate Issues

In a major step towards tackling urgent malnutrition, education, and climate resilience issues, the Sindh Government has joined hands with the United Nations World Food Programme […]
April 30, 2025

Govt Plans Nationwide Expansion of Digital Wallet Services

In a significant step towards modernizing welfare disbursements, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif shared that digital wallets will be expanded nationwide, aligning provincial systems under a unified […]
April 29, 2025

Banks in Pakistan Gear Up for AI Regulations

Pakistan is moving towards regulating the use of Artificial Intelligence in its banking sector. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is preparing a comprehensive framework to […]
April 25, 2025

Pakistan and ASEAN Unite for Inclusive Digital Future

Pakistan has proposed forming a technology alliance with the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN), signaling its intent to foster deeper collaboration in the digital and […]
April 25, 2025

WhatsApp Supports Meta AI Amid Privacy Backlash

WhatsApp has endorsed the integration of Meta AI into its platform, despite rising privacy concerns among users and regulators. The AI feature, represented by a persistent […]
April 24, 2025

Pakistan and Malaysia Partner on Blockchain and Islamic Finance

Pakistan and Malaysia have initiated discussions on blockchain, digital assets, and Islamic finance, marking a significant step towards regional cooperation in digital economies. Malaysia’s Foreign Minister […]

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