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Pakistan-Saudi Arabia Tech Partnership Flourished at LEAP 2024

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The burgeoning partnership between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in the realms of Information Technology and Telecom received a significant boost at the LEAP 2024 technology conference, one of the world’s premier tech events. The event served as a dynamic hub where innovators, investors, and industry leaders explored cutting-edge technologies and forged lucrative […]


Cyber Threats Surge by 17% in Pakistan in 2023, Global Research Reveals

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Experts from a global cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky have unveiled startling findings indicating a 17% surge in cyber threats in Pakistan during the year 2023 compared to the previous year. According to The Express Tribune the report highlights that cyberattacks have intensified, posing significant challenges to cybersecurity in the country. The study highlights the escalating risk landscape […]


PTA Conducts Successful Raids to Crack Down on Illegal SIMs Activation and Unlicensed ISPs

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According to the Daily Times, The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has launched a series of raids aimed at curbing the illegal activation of SIM cards and shutting down unlicensed Internet Service Providers (ISPs). The crackdown comes as part of the PTA’s ongoing efforts to regulate the telecommunications sector and ensure compliance with regulations. In a statement […]


IT industry playing pivotal role in country’s economy: Umar

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Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications (MoITT) Dr. Umar Saif distributed Rs825 million as cash prizes to companies playing a significant role in IT and IT services exports during the “IT and ITeS Export Award” organized by the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), an organization of the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, here […]


China-Pak coop building smart city through use of AI tech

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ISLAMABAD   –   In the context of the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Chinese and Pakistani researchers are helping Pakistan build smarter and safer cities through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. At the beginning of year 2022, the CPInS Lab was officially established at Pakistan […]


The rise of AI

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The entry of artificial intelligence (AI) has generated a wider debate on the impact of this cutting-edge technology. People are not sure whether AI is going to augment and complement humans in their work or completely replace it. And while AI is a revolution in itself and has garnered a lot of attention across the […]


Sindh Governor initiates IT classes, unveils progress plans

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Governor of Sindh, Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori, announced the commencement of IT classes starting from February 6th during a press conference at Governor House. The newly constructed IT University spans 24,000 square feet and houses over 300 computer labs, washrooms, and a dedicated power supply infrastructure costing 1.5 billion PKR. Governor Tessori expressed gratitude, stating […]


Pakistan needs to manufacture mobile phones: minister

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ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr Umar Saif on Monday said Pakistan was the seventh largest market of cellular users in the world with 191 million cellular connections, but most of the mobile phones were imported in the country. “We need to manufacture them locally and develop an industry to export made-in-Pakistan […]


Pakistan’s first Mobile Summit sets stage for innovation

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Presented by TECNO, powered by Jazz, designed and produced by Brand Spectrum, Pakistan Mobile Summit, the first ever mobile conference in Pakistan, took place on Monday at Serena Hotel in Islamabad. With a distinguished guest list of top industry leaders and over 250 attendees, this event provided an excellent platform for engaging in insightful discussions, […]


First-ever Pakistan Mobile Summit on 29th

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ISLAMABAD  –  Pakistan Mobile Summit, the first all-encompassing mobile conference in Pakistan, is set to take place on January 29th at Serena Hotel, Islamabad. Presented by TECNO and Powered by Jazz, the summit is designed and produced by Brand Spectrum Pakistan. This event promises to be a groundbreaking showcase of innovative technologies, insightful discussions, and […]


PTA changes rules for issuing mobile SIM cards

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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has taken a significant move to stop the issuance of illegal SIMs. It has altered the method of issuance and activation of the SIMs. The second new SIM for an individual will now be available and activated in seven days instead of the previous eight hours. The first new SIM […]


PM launches E-Rozgar Centers for IT promotion

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ISLAMABAD  –  Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaarul Haq Kakar on Thursday said that with a focus on training of human resources as per contemporary requirements, enabling environment and imbibing the spirit of entrepreneurship in the youth, the true potential of Pakistan’s IT sector could be harnessed.  “This will turn around and uplift our economy in the […]


Freelancers to receive PayPal payments through a third-party firm

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ISLAMABAD: PayPal is not coming directly to Pakistan by opening up its office or allowing payment through its account but has agreed to sign an agreement with a company called Payoneer (a digital payment service) for securing money of freelancers from abroad and remit it into account of recipient’s bank here in the country. It […]


Protection of Pakistan’s cyberspace under PECA Act is very important: Minister

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ISLAMABAD  –  Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr. Umar Saif Wednesday said that the protection of Pakistan’s cyber­space under the PECA Act is very important. “Cybercrime, online buying and selling, cyberbullying, pro­tection of online data, other services of our citizens, identi­fication of threats and effective action against criminals is our core responsibility,” […]