Punjab Issues Urgent Advisory as WhatsApp Hacking Fraud Surges
The Punjab Home Department has issued an emergency advisory following a sharp rise in fraud cases linked to hacked WhatsApp accounts across the province. Officials warned that several recent incidents involved serving government officers whose WhatsApp accounts were compromised, allowing…
Only 15% Pakistanis Using AI Tools, Survey Reveals Stark Digital Divide
Islamabad Artificial intelligence adoption in Pakistan remains limited, with only 15 per cent of the population using AI tools, according to a new survey, underscoring a widening digital gap in the country. The study by Gallup Pakistan found that a…
Survey Reveals Widespread Cybersecurity Gaps in Pakistani Workplaces
Islamabad A new survey has uncovered significant cybersecurity weaknesses across workplaces in Pakistan, highlighting gaps in policy effectiveness, employee awareness, and overall digital preparedness. According to findings reported by ProPakistani, a large number of professionals believe their organisations’ cybersecurity measures…
Federal Board of Revenue Raises Customs Valuation on Used Phones by Up to 175%
Islamabad Pakistan’s tax authorities have significantly increased customs valuation on dozens of imported second-hand mobile phones, a move expected to drive up prices in the local market. According to official documents, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has revised valuation…
Meta Unveils New App in Bid to Challenge Snapchat’s Dominance
Meta Platforms has introduced a new standalone app linked to Instagram, aimed at reshaping how users share moments online, with a focus on disappearing photos and private interactions. The new app, dubbed “Instants,” allows users to capture and share photos…
National CERT Warns of Possible Cyber Attacks on Key Government Systems
Islamabad Pakistan’s cyber security authorities have issued an alert warning of potential cyber attacks targeting sensitive government systems, as security agencies brace for heightened digital threats in the coming days. According to official sources, the alert has been issued by…
Telenor Pakistan Launches Pakistan’s First AI Powered Agriculture Voice Bot ‘Kissan Dost Bashir’
Islamabad Telenor Pakistan through its digital agriculture platform, Khushaal Watan has launched Kissan Dost Bashir, Pakistan’s first AI-powered conversational agriculture voice bot, marking a major step toward empowering farmers through intelligent, accessible, and real-time digital advisory. The AI-powered assistant is…