Punjab Expands Digital ‘Panic Button’ System to Boost Public Safety
LAHORE The Punjab government has expanded its digital panic button system across the province, aiming to enhance emergency response and strengthen public safety through technology-driven solutions. Officials from the Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) said the upgraded system enables citizens…
Pakistan Moves to Regulate 40 Million Digital Asset Users, Eyes $38 Billion Remittance Boost
LAHORE Pakistan is accelerating efforts to regulate its rapidly expanding digital asset market, targeting an estimated 40 million users and aiming to secure more than $38 billion in annual remittances through a formal financial framework, officials said. The push was…
Spotify Introduces ‘Verified’ Badge to Distinguish Human Artists from AI Music
Spotify has rolled out a new feature designed to help listeners differentiate between real musicians and AI-generated artists, as artificial intelligence content surges across streaming platforms. The feature, called “Verified by Spotify,” introduces a green checkmark badge on artist profiles…
Samsung Eyes Bringing One UI to Laptops with Android-Based Galaxy Books
Samsung is reportedly preparing a major shift in its laptop strategy by introducing Android-powered Galaxy Book devices running its signature One UI software, signaling a potential move away from traditional Windows-based systems. According to recent reports, the upcoming Galaxy Book…
UAE Launches Instant Bank Accounts for Tourists in Digital Finance Push
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates has rolled out a new service allowing tourists to open bank accounts within minutes, as the country accelerates its push toward a cashless, digitally driven economy. The initiative, introduced under the “Tourist…
PTA Issues 10-Year Licences to Expand Internet Access Across Districts
ISLAMABAD In a move aimed at boosting digital connectivity at the grassroots level, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued class licences for internet service provision in 21 districts across the country, officials said. According to the regulator, the licences…
Google Chrome Update Warning: Users Urged to Install Latest Patch Over Security Risks
ISLAMABAD Users of Google Chrome have been urged to update their browsers immediately following the release of a new security update aimed at fixing critical vulnerabilities. Reports indicate that the latest update addresses serious flaws that could potentially be exploited…