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 […]
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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, […]
TikTok Introduces New Tools and Badges for Healthier Use
TikTok has introduced a new set of tools to help users build healthier screen-time habits and reduce mindless scrolling. These features include a journal with over 120 affirmations, calming sound options, and breathing exercises. At the center of this update are TikTok digital well-being badges, which reward users for following healthier usage patterns and encourage […]
Lunar missions surge as experts warn of rising collision risks
With global interest in returning to the Moon rapidly accelerating, space experts are warning that preventing collisions in lunar orbit may soon become a major challenge. Over the past two years, twelve missions have been launched toward the Moon, nearly half by private companies, signalling a new era of intense competition and congestion. Although cislunar […]
Samsung faces scrutiny over alleged Israeli spyware on Galaxy phones
SEOUL – Samsung is under the spotlight after claims surfaced that its Galaxy phones come pre-installed with an “unremovable Israeli spyware” called AppCloud. The issue is trending on social media platform X, with concerns being raised over privacy, security, and the forced installation of apps. Read More: Samsung unpacks galaxy Z Fold7, Flip7, and first budget […]