The Beep app Pakistan will soon launch for government employees. Officials briefed a National Assembly committee on Tuesday. The secure messaging app is locally developed. It is inspired by China’s WeChat platform. Authorities said the Beep app Pakistan offers strong security. It provides end-to-end encryption for messages and video calls. Government agencies have certified it […]
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AI Glasses Set to Replace Smartphones Soon
Smartphones are reaching their limits, prompting tech giants Apple, Google, and Samsung to race into AI glasses next year. Consumers expect smarter daily experiences. Apple is developing Apple Glass, a lightweight wearable device without AR displays. It will focus on AI-powered image processing and health-monitoring features. READ MORE:Meta unveils smart glasses with built-in display Google […]
Broadband Taxes Stall Pakistan’s Digital Growth
Pakistan broadband tax policies continue to slow digital progress despite repeated promises of a modern economy. Pakistan broadband tax treats internet access like a luxury instead of essential infrastructure. As a result, high costs keep millions from stable broadband connections. This contradiction weakens digital adoption nationwide. Currently, Pakistan broadband tax varies by province after devolution […]
Google expands AI-powered virtual apparel try-on for shoppers
Google announced on Wednesday the expansion of its Virtual Apparel Try-On feature, aiming to deliver a smarter and more personalized shopping experience for online consumers. The AI-powered tool allows users to see how clothing items would look on them before making a purchase, helping to reduce uncertainty and boost confidence. This feature is part of […]
Hunarmand Punjab launches merit-based scholarship card for free IT training
LAHORE: The Hunarmand Punjab Program has launched a new merit-based scholarship card aimed at supporting talented students across Pakistan by offering free IT training and a range of technology-related benefits. The initiative seeks to equip young Pakistanis with modern digital competencies essential for thriving in today’s rapidly evolving tech-driven environment. Read More: UOL offers fully […]
OpenAI tests ads in ChatGPT as AI costs soar
OpenAI is testing advertisements in ChatGPT, aiming to cover the high costs of AI text, image, and video generation. The feature is reportedly present in the app code for Android phones. The company has not confirmed when or how ads will appear to users. According to reports, ads could be personalized based on users’ chat […]
Pakistan Unlocks AI Potential with Local Data Centre
Pakistan AI data centre launches to boost artificial intelligence adoption in healthcare, finance, agriculture, and public safety. Telenor and Data Vault opened the first locally hosted sovereign AI cloud. It allows enterprises to access advanced Nvidia GPUs for AI computing. The project ensures all data remains inside Pakistan, enhancing cybersecurity and national data protection. Experts […]
ChatGPT voice mode now lets users see responses while talking
OpenAI announced on Tuesday that it has updated ChatGPT to make the voice feature more seamless and accessible. Users can now converse with the AI while seeing its responses directly in the chat, eliminating the need to switch to a separate interface. Read More: ChatGPT’s new feature turns AI into social hub Previously, users had […]
Pakistan to form federal cybersecurity authority
ISLAMABAD: Amid rising cyber risks and repeated data breaches, the government has decided to establish a federal-level Cybersecurity Authority to safeguard Pakistan’s digital ecosystem. The authority will be responsible for proposing cybersecurity measures for critical national infrastructure and implementing nationwide cyber protection initiatives. Read More: Pakistan finalising national cybersecurity policy: Shaza Fatima The Ministry of Information Technology […]
AI’s promise and perils take centre stage at Karachi’s Adab Festival
KARACHI: As artificial intelligence rapidly transforms daily life, speakers at Karachi’s Adab Festival on Sunday examined how the technology has evolved, the opportunities it offers, and the ethical risks it poses for the future. The session, titled Designing Tomorrow with Artificial Intelligence, was held at Habitt City and featured Dr Salman Khatani and Sadaf Bhatti, […]