Microsoft’s AI Strategy Fuels Speculation Over Xbox’s Future
Microsoft may be gradually shifting its focus away from Xbox as part of a broader pivot toward artificial intelligence, according to Seamus Blackley, one of the original founders of the gaming platform. In a recent interview with GamesBeat, Blackley said…
PTA Proposes Lifetime Validity for Prepaid Mobile Balance
Islamabad: In a major move aimed at protecting consumer rights, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has proposed ending the practice of prepaid mobile balance expiry, suggesting that users’ remaining balance should stay valid for the entire active life of their…
Kaspersky Warns of ‘RenEngine’ Malware Campaign Targeting Pirated Games, Unlicensed Software
Kaspersky Threat Research has uncovered a widespread malware campaign involving a loader known as “RenEngine,” which is being distributed through pirated games and cracked software across multiple countries. According to Kaspersky, samples of RenEngine were first identified in March 2025,…
PTA, Meta Develop ‘Double OTP’ Security System to Curb WhatsApp Hacking in Pakistan
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has developed a new security mechanism in collaboration with Meta Platforms to combat the rising incidents of WhatsApp account hacking in the country. Under the new system, a “Double OTP” feature will be introduced to…
Govt Makes Digital Safety, AI Courses Mandatory for Private Students in Islamabad
The federal government has made digital safety and artificial intelligence courses compulsory for private school and college students in Islamabad, starting from Class 9. The directive, issued by the Ministry of Federal Education and Professional Training, aims to equip students…
Google to Integrate ‘Nano Banana’ AI Image Tool Into Google Maps
Google is preparing to bring its powerful AI image tool, Nano Banana, directly into Google Maps — a move that could significantly reshape how users interact with real-world locations inside the app. The development was first spotted by Android Authority,…
BEEP App Launched for Secure Communication Among Government Employees
The National Information Technology Board (NITB) has rolled out the BEEP application on a pilot basis across three federal divisions — Cabinet, Planning, and IT — to provide secure communication for government employees. According to officials, accounts for employees and…