techendSlow internet disruptions hit Pakistan’s freelancers and digital economy
By Ariz Riaz : Millions of freelancers in Pakistan are facing growing challenges as slow and unstable internet connections disrupt their work, raising concerns about the country’s digital economy. Professionals…
Pakistan issues 23 IoT licences to boost next-generation connectivity
By Sabeeh Zanair : The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has granted Internet of Things (IoT) licences to 23 companies, in a move aimed at accelerating digital transformation and expanding next-generation connectivity…
PTCL returns to profit and eyes 5G launch in May
By Tanveer Ahmed : Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited has reported a return to profitability after more than four years, as the telecom group prepares to roll out 5G services as…
Yango Ride integrates with ChatGPT to enable in-chat trip planning
By Tanveer Ahmed : Yango Group has launched a new integration for its ride-hailing service Yango Ride within ChatGPT, allowing users to plan journeys and check fares directly inside conversations.…
WhatsApp tests optional “Plus” subscription with new customisation features
By Tanveer Ahmed : WhatsApp is testing a new optional paid subscription service called “WhatsApp Plus”, introducing expanded personalisation tools and additional chat management features, according to reports. The feature…
Punjab announces free Google certification programme for over 100,000 students
By Malik Shahzad Aslam : Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif has approved a major education and skills initiative offering free Google certification courses to more than 100,000 students across…
Pakistan and China push for smart farming partnership with greenhouse projects
By Sabeeh Zanair : Pakistan and China have moved to deepen cooperation in high-tech agriculture, with Pakistan’s ambassador proposing joint smart greenhouse projects during a visit to eastern China. Khalil…
Jazz approves six Samsung smartphones ahead of Pakistan’s 5G rollout
By Ariz Riaz : Pakistan’s telecom sector is moving closer to the launch of 5G services, with Jazz taking further steps to prepare its network and users for the transition.…
Russia offers cyber security partnership to protect Pakistan’s energy systems
By Tanveer Ahmed : Russia has proposed a partnership with Pakistan to strengthen cyber security across its energy infrastructure, as concerns grow over increasing digital threats to critical systems worldwide.…
Pakistan Plans Digital Fuel Rationing App Amid Rising Subsidy Costs
By Tanveer Ahmed : The federal government is preparing to launch a digital system to ration petrol and diesel via a dedicated mobile application, aiming to manage fuel consumption and…
