Islamabad: Higher Education Commission (HEC) is set to introduce the first phase of a blockchain-powered degree attestation system by June 2026, aiming to modernize Pakistan’s academic verification process and enhance transparency in credential management. According to official documents, the new system will leverage Blockchain technology to create a secure digitalContinue Reading
Instagram will discontinue its end-to-end encrypted direct messaging feature on May 8, 2026, prompting affected users to download their chats and media before the service is shut down. The platform confirmed the change through in-app notifications and support documentation, advising users who enabled encrypted conversations to export their messages andContinue Reading
Islamabad: Pakistan’s PKCERT has issued a cybersecurity alert after successfully shutting down nine fraudulent websites impersonating the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) in a joint operation aimed at protecting citizens from phishing attacks. Officials said the operation was carried out between February and March 2026, during which authorities identifiedContinue Reading
Google has unveiled a series of new gaming features for Google Play, including a Game Trials system that allows players to test full versions of certain paid games before deciding whether to buy them. The new Game Trials feature enables users to play the complete version of select paid titlesContinue Reading
Google has rolled out the largest update to Google Maps in more than a decade, introducing powerful artificial intelligence tools and an immersive navigation experience designed to make travel planning smarter and more interactive. At the center of the update is “Ask Maps,” an AI-powered feature driven by Gemini, whichContinue Reading
Meta Platforms-owned messaging platform WhatsApp has introduced a new “Parent Managed Account” feature aimed at improving online safety for children under the age of 13. According to the company, the feature will allow parents to supervise and control their children’s WhatsApp accounts, ensuring a safer messaging environment for younger users.Continue Reading
Islamabad: A suspected cyberattack targeting the broadcast systems of Khyber Network was successfully thwarted after hackers allegedly attempted to disrupt transmissions late on March 12, according to a statement issued by the channel. The network said the attempted intrusion occurred between 10:30pm and 2:15am, when unidentified hackers tried to compromiseContinue Reading