Pakistan is grappling with another bout of internet disruptions as undersea cables suffer damage, impacting the country’s connectivity yet again. This recurrence of issues related to undersea cables comes on the heels of a previous internet outage, underscoring the vulnerability of Pakistan’s digital infrastructure to such incidents. The recent damage to undersea cables has resulted…
In the pursuit of identifying a new leader for the Ministry of Information Technology (IT), three prominent candidates have emerged as front-runners in the race for the coveted ministerial position. This development comes as the government seeks to appoint a capable and visionary individual to spearhead the ministerial position a crucial component in driving technological…
Women Tech Quest 2024, an initiative of 10Pearls University, is a platform for women to compete, learn, network, and showcase their tech talents. The 8th edition of Women Tech Quest (WTQ) took place recently and was held in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. Over 1200 women in technology from across the three cities took part in…
Coach360, a platform for mentoring and counseling young talent, has launched Skills360, one of Pakistan’s first privately owned EdTech institutes, focused on upskilling the country’s existing and upcoming workforce. It aims to empower Pakistan’s youth by providing it with essential IT skills for a secure financial future. The platform adopts a structured approach to career…
Depicting the continuous emergence of fresh voices on the musical scene, Spotify revealed that Aashir Wajahat, the multitalented singer and composer as well as the Fresh Finds Pakistan artist for February, achieved a significant milestone with his latest track ‘Sadqay,’ claiming the coveted #1 position on Spotify Pakistan’s Weekly Charts. Released on 1st February 2024, ‘Sadqay‘ has been…
With Leap Day, or February 29 making its “once-in-four-year” appearance, Spotify is unveiling Song Psychic, a mystical experience that infuses music with answers to life’s burning questions. The latest feature takes the listener’s heartfelt inquisitions and selects the perfect song as a response, mixing melody and satisfaction into a unique offering. Leap Day, with its…
The proposed VPN ban has raised concerns within the Pakistani IT industry, particularly among members of the Pakistan Software Houses Association (P@SHA). P@SHA emphasizes that such a ban could pose significant challenges and jeopardize the country’s ambitious goals for IT exports. Key Points: Export Ambitions at Risk: P@SHA asserts that the proposed VPN ban may…
Mobilink Bank, a leader in digital financial services, launched its sustainability program, “Change to Sustain,” signaling a step forward in its journey towards operational transformation and promoting environmental stewardship within the banking sector. Fueling this initiative is the strategic allocation of PKR 2.5 billion towards renewable energy financing. Embedded with its sustainability strategy, fifteen (15) Mobilink Bank…
Pakistan’s largest telecommunications and integrated ICT services provider, PTCL Group, is set to launch in Pakistan a cutting-edge Shoq TV Set-top Box powered by Android TV, to transform the TV viewing experience for its customers. It was announced by the President and Group CEO, of PTCL & Ufone 4G, Hatem Bamatraf, and Karen Teo, VP…
In a notable achievement, the Pakistani IT delegation showcased exceptional prowess and innovation at the Web Summit Qatar 2024. This event provided a platform for Pakistan’s tech experts to exhibit their capabilities, fostering a positive image of the country’s Information Technology sector on an international stage. Key Highlights of Pakistani IT Delegation’s Success at Web…
