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September 7, 2026

Edversity Lands Major Rapidev Investment at LEAP

Edversity landed Rapidev investment at LEAP 2026 to scale its AI education platform from Pakistan into Saudi Arabia and global markets.
September 7, 2026

BYD EV Plant in Sindh Misses Launch Target Again

Hub Power Company (Hubco) has delayed the launch of its $150 million BYD electric vehicle (EV) assembly plant in Gharo, Sindh, with operations now expected to begin in the second half of 2026. The facility had initially been scheduled to commence operations in the first half of FY26. The continued delay comes as Pakistan’s new-energy vehicle (NEV) market records rapid growth, while competitors such as Chery move to expand their presence in the country’s growing EV segment.
September 6, 2026

PTA Conditionally Approves Ufone-Telenor Rebranding

PTA has conditionally approved the rebranding of the merged Ufone-Telenor operation, subject to completion of legal formalities. The proposed identity is “e&”.
September 6, 2026

Mobilink Bank Wins Top Climate and Gender Diversity Awards

Mobilink Bank earned Top 3 recognition under the Climate2Equal Programme and Progressive Champion status across all DEI categories at the 5th Annual Employer of Choice Gender Diversity Awards 2026.
September 5, 2026

Cyber Threats Loom as Pakistan Tightens Security Before Defence Day

Pakistan has heightened its cybersecurity preparedness ahead of Defence Day amid concerns over possible cyber attacks. The National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has issued detailed cybersecurity instructions, directing government institutions, critical information infrastructure organisations, and provincial and sectoral CERTs to remain on high alert from September 5 to 7. The measures focus on continuous monitoring, rapid incident reporting, stronger security controls, backup readiness, and coordinated national cyber response.
September 5, 2026

Pakistan’s 5G Rollout Slows Amid Rising Power Costs

Pakistan’s 5G expansion remains limited six months after the spectrum auction, with high electricity costs and weak fibre infrastructure slowing deployment.
September 5, 2026

PTA Reports 18.2 Million SIMs Blocked, Rs4.5bn Fines

PTA told lawmakers that 18.2 million SIMs were blocked over 2.5 years, while Rs4.5 billion in fines were imposed on telecom operators.
September 4, 2026

Airlift Founder’s Metal Raises $4.5M to Reinvent Fundraising

Metal, an AI operating system for startup fundraising built by Airlift co-founder Usman Gul, raised $4.5M led by a16z Speedrun and Y Combinator, with six consecutive quarters of 30-80% growth.
September 4, 2026

Apple’s Leadership Transition: John Ternus Takes Helm

John Ternus succeeds Tim Cook as Apple CEO, marking a new era for the tech giant as Cook becomes executive chairman and AI emerges as Ternus’ biggest challenge.
September 3, 2026

JazzWorld Sets the Benchmark for Gender Diversity with Third PBC-IFC Top Recognition

JazzWorld wins top PBC-IFC Gender Diversity Award for the 3rd time. CEO Aamir Ibrahim: “Women’s inclusion is an economic imperative.” Driving equity, leadership & opportunity across Pakistan’s digital economy.
September 3, 2026

P@SHA Recognized at LEAP 2026 Opening Ceremony

P@SHA received recognition during the opening ceremony of LEAP 2026 in Riyadh, highlighting Pakistan’s growing presence in the global technology ecosystem and strengthening tech ties between Pakistan and Saudi Arabia.
September 3, 2026

Pakistan Pushes Tech Leap: Shaza Khawaja Unveils Digital Stack in Riyadh

Shaza Fatima Khawaja unveils Pakistan’s national digital stack at LEAP 2026, touting legal reforms, 5G, tech zones and Saudi ties as pillars to attract investment and scale startups.

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