17th-Century “Supercomputer” Linked to Lahore Craftsmanship Set for £94 Million Auction in London
A rare 17th-century brass astrolabe, often described by historians as a “medieval supercomputer,” is set to go under the hammer at Sotheby’s in London, with an estimated value of nearly £94 million. From Royal Collections to Global Spotlight The intricately…
WhatsApp to End Support for Older Android Phones, Millions May Be Affected by 2026
Islamabad Users of older Android smartphones may soon lose access to WhatsApp as parent company Meta moves to discontinue support for outdated operating systems, according to reports. End of Support for Older Devices From September 8, 2026, WhatsApp will stop…
$1.61 Billion Lost at Checkout: Payment Gaps Stall Pakistan’s E-Commerce Growth
Islamabad Pakistan’s fast-growing e-commerce sector is losing an estimated $1.61 billion annually at the checkout stage, highlighting a major structural weakness in the country’s digital economy, according to a new report by Payoneer. Billions Lost Despite Strong Demand The findings…
OpenAI Plans AI-Powered Smartphone That Could Replace Apps with Smart Agents, Report Claims
OpenAI is reportedly exploring plans to enter the smartphone market with an AI-first device, potentially redefining how users interact with mobile technology. From Chatbots to Hardware According to industry reports, the company behind ChatGPT is considering a move into hardware,…
PTA Taxes on iPhone 14 Series Revised, Import Costs Expected to Rise
Islamabad Pakistan has introduced revised PTA tax rates on the iPhone 14 series, following updated customs valuations by the Federal Board of Revenue, a move likely to increase the overall cost of imported devices. Higher Valuation, Higher Taxes Under the…
Pakistan Accelerates Passport Digitalisation Drive to Deliver Faster, Transparent Services
Islamabad Pakistan has accelerated efforts to modernise its passport system, expanding digitalisation initiatives aimed at improving efficiency, transparency, and service delivery nationwide. Faster, More Efficient Processing According to officials, the upgraded system is designed to reduce processing delays and streamline…
Fuel Crisis Pressures Telecom Sector as Operators Seek PTA Approval for Mobile, Internet Price Hike
Islamabad Telecom operators in Pakistan have approached the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority seeking increases in mobile and internet package prices, citing a sharp surge in fuel costs linked to tensions in the Middle East and disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz….