Instagram Tests Clickable Links in Captions for Creators, With Limits
ISLAMABAD: Photo-sharing platform Instagram has begun testing a long-requested feature allowing creators to add clickable links directly in post captions, marking a potential shift in how users share content and external websites on the platform. The feature, confirmed by parent…
User Complaints Mount Against SadaPay Over Missing Funds and Frozen Accounts
ISLAMABAD: A growing number of users have raised concerns about Pakistan’s digital wallet platform SadaPay, alleging unexplained deductions, frozen accounts and delayed customer support responses, sparking debate across social media and online forums about the reliability of fintech services in…
PTA Likely to Issue 5G Licences to Telecom Operators This Week
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is moving closer to launching next-generation mobile connectivity as the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority is expected to issue 5G licences to telecom operators later this week, according to officials familiar with the process. Authorities said the licensing process for…
Facebook Steps Up Fight Against Copycats, Rewards Original Creators
Social media giant Meta Platforms has intensified efforts to promote authentic content on Facebook, announcing new measures aimed at rewarding original creators while limiting the reach of copied or low-effort posts across its platform. The company said it has strengthened…
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…