Higher Education Commission to Launch Blockchain-Based Degree Attestation System by June 2026
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…
Instagram to End Encrypted Chats from May 8, Users Asked to Download Messages
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…
PKCERT Shuts Down 9 Fake National Database and Registration Authority Websites in Major Cybersecurity Crackdown
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…
Google Introduces Game Trials on Google Play, Lets Users Test Paid Games Before Purchase
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…
Google Maps Unveils Biggest Update in a Decade with AI ‘Ask Maps’ and Immersive 3D Navigation
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…
WhatsApp Introduces Parental Controls to Manage Accounts of Children Under 13
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…
Khyber Network Broadcast Comes Under Cyberattack Attempt
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…