AI adoption in public sector will take time, says expert
Pakistan’s ambition to integrate Artificial Intelligence (AI) into governance could face significant delays unless policymakers address structural and regulatory gaps within the public sector, experts say. While AI is increasingly viewed as a tool to modernise service delivery and improve…
Mobilink Bank Posts Record Rs3.62bn PBT, Strengthens Lead in Microfinance Sector
Mobilink Bank reported a record profit before tax (PBT) of Rs3.62 billion for the year ended December 31, 2025, marking a 217 per cent year-on-year surge and reinforcing its position as Pakistan’s largest microfinance bank. The digital microfinance lender posted…
Samsung Showcases ‘Zero-Peeking’ Privacy Display on Galaxy S26 Ultra
South Korean tech giant Samsung Electronics has unveiled a new privacy-focused display feature for its upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra, aiming to curb shoulder surfing and protect sensitive on-screen information. In a recently released demo video, Samsung demonstrated what it…
LinkedIn Bans Engagement Pods, Cracks Down on Automated Comments
Professional networking platform LinkedIn has announced stricter measures against engagement pods and automated activity, formally banning coordinated amplification tactics under a new community policy update. The move follows sustained user complaints about a surge in non-genuine interactions, particularly comments generated…
Govt Moves to Resolve Right of Way Hurdles to Accelerate Telecom Expansion
In a major development for Pakistan’s telecom sector, the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication has introduced key amendments to address long-standing Right of Way (RoW) bottlenecks that have slowed broadband and fibre optic expansion across the country. According to ministry…
Nothing Phone (4a) Series Set for Launch Next Month with Upgraded Specs
The UK-based smartphone maker Nothing has begun teasing its upcoming Phone (4a) series, with industry insiders suggesting a launch as early as next month. While official specifications remain under wraps, CEO Carl Pei has hinted that the new lineup will…
Pakistan Performs First Robotic Whipple Surgery at PKLI
Pakistan marked a major breakthrough in advanced cancer care as surgeons at the Pakistan Kidney and Liver Institute and Research Centre (PKLI) successfully carried out the country’s first robotic Whipple surgery, officials said on Sunday. The complex procedure — primarily…