Meta has taken another bold step in the race for generative AI dominance by entering into a licensing agreement with Midjourney, an AI startup recognized for its high-quality image and video generation technology. The partnership is designed to strengthen Meta’s suite of AI-driven products while positioning the company as a more competitive player against major […]
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has underscored a critical need for judicial reforms by embracing modern technology, including artificial intelligence (AI), to tackle the persistent issue of delays in the country’s justice delivery system. This call to action was highlighted in a recent written judgment delivered by Justice Mansoor Ali Shah and Justice Ayesha Malik. […]
Historic Approval of National Artificial Intelligence Policy Pakistan has taken a transformative step forward by approving its first-ever National Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy on Saturday. This landmark initiative aims to position the country at the forefront of technological innovation, with ambitious goals to create three million jobs in the AI sector by the year 2030 […]
Introduction: A Leap Forward in Digital Identity Services The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has rolled out a significant update to its Pak ID mobile app, aiming to revolutionize identity-related services for Pakistani citizens. The latest version, v3.8.1, introduces a suite of cutting-edge features tailored to make processes like obtaining national ID cards, passports, […]
ChatGPT-5 Rolls Out Globally to 700 Million Weekly Users OpenAI has launched ChatGPT-5, the much-anticipated next generation of its flagship AI chatbot, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing global technology race. The new model, announced in a media briefing, is now available free to all users, expanding its reach to nearly 700 million people […]
Introduction to BISP’s Digital Transformation The Benazir Income Support Program (BISP) is initiating a groundbreaking move in its journey to empower deserving women across Pakistan. From August 13, 2025, a direct bank payment system will be launched under the innovative pilot program “Sahulat Accounts.” This step, as reported by ARY News, marks a significant transition […]
A New Era for Satellite Internet In a move that could reshape global internet accessibility, SpaceX has quietly introduced a new initiative called Starlink Community. This program is designed to make satellite internet more affordable by allowing multiple subscribers to share a single Starlink dish terminal. Though SpaceX has not made a formal public announcement, […]
Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4: A New Era Begins Epic Games has once again set the gaming world abuzz, confirming an exciting collaboration with the legendary Halo franchise for the upcoming Fortnite Chapter 6 Season 4. With the current season approaching its conclusion, fans are eagerly counting down to August 7, when the next chapter […]
A Historic Milestone in Market Valuation Microsoft has officially crossed the $4 trillion market valuation threshold, becoming the second publicly traded company to do so, just behind Nvidia. The achievement, which occurred following a robust quarterly earnings report, underscores the tech giant’s dominance in the rapidly evolving world of cloud computing and artificial intelligence. The […]
Advanced Remote Sensing Satellite: Pakistan has achieved a significant milestone in its space journey with the successful launch of a state-of-the-art remote sensing satellite developed by the Space & Upper Atmosphere Research Commission (SUPARCO). This accomplishment marks a pivotal moment in the nation’s quest to enhance its space capabilities and contribute to national development goals. […]
Robotics startup Skild AI, backed by global giants such as Amazon and Japan’s SoftBank Group, made headlines on Tuesday with the launch of its foundational artificial intelligence model, Skild Brain. Designed to function across a diverse range of robots — spanning from industrial assembly-line machines to sophisticated humanoids — this new model marks a significant […]
Meezan Bank, Pakistan’s first and largest Islamic banking institution, has achieved another milestone by becoming the country’s first bank to roll out Visa’s latest digital innovation—the Visa Global eSIM—exclusively for its Visa Infinite Debit Cardholders. This partnership sets a new standard for seamless and secure global connectivity for discerning travelers across Pakistan. Visa Global eSIM: […]
Massive Bug Disrupts Instagram’s User Experience On Saturday, a strange technical malfunction on Instagram left millions of users around the world bewildered, as all their friends on the app were suddenly labeled “AI.” The unexpected bug impacted the core functionality of the platform, making it difficult for users to identify their actual contacts. While profile […]
YouTube has once again proven its dominance in the digital ad economy. According to Alphabet’s Q2 2025 earnings report, the platform pulled in $9.8 billion in advertising revenue—a 13% rise compared to the same quarter last year. The numbers narrowly beat Wall Street’s projected $9.6 billion, signaling continued investor confidence. As traditional broadcast TV continues […]
AI Policy Set for Rollout After Year-Long Consultations Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, has announced that Pakistan’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) policy—finalized after extensive consultations with local and international stakeholders—is likely to receive official approval soon. Speaking at a seminar at Quaid-i-Azam University, the minister emphasized the government’s unwavering commitment to […]
A New Era for Royal Portraiture At the 2025 AI for Good Global Summit held at the United Nations headquarters in Geneva, history was made through a pioneering fusion of British royal tradition and advanced artificial intelligence. The event witnessed the unveiling of an AI-generated portrait of King Charles III, titled ‘Algorithm King.’ The unique […]
Pakistan has taken a significant step toward embracing the future of finance by signing a letter of intent (LoI) with El Salvador to collaborate on initiatives related to Bitcoin and digital assets. This landmark agreement, reported by local media, marks the beginning of a new era in digital diplomacy and underlines the growing importance of […]
Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, has addressed widespread speculation surrounding Microsoft’s recent exit from Pakistan. Speaking to reporters after an IT Committee meeting, she offered much-needed clarification following the tech giant’s global restructuring. “Microsoft has undergone a global shift, laying off between 15,000 and 16,000 employees,” the minister said. “However, […]
Bitcoin shattered previous records on Monday, reaching an unprecedented high of $121,207.55 during the early hours of Asian trading. This marks the first time the world’s leading digital asset has broken the $120,000 barrier, fueled by growing optimism around pending US regulatory reforms and strong political backing from former President Donald Trump. At the time […]
Historic Step towards Digital Economy The Government of Pakistan has taken a momentous stride in the digital finance sector by approving the “Virtual Assets Act, 2025.” This landmark legislation, officially sanctioned by the Federal Cabinet, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and President Asif Ali Zardari, seeks to regulate the rapidly evolving virtual asset industry in alignment […]
