Instagram Plans Feature Allowing Users to Leave “Close Friends” Lists
Instagram is developing a long-awaited feature that would allow users to remove themselves from another person’s “Close Friends” list, addressing a privacy concern that has lingered since the feature’s launch in 2018. Meta confirmed on Friday that the tool is…
Saudi Arabia Makes Biometric Verification Mandatory for Hajj Visas
Saudi Arabia has made biometric verification compulsory for the issuance of all Hajj visas, marking a significant shift toward fully digital processing for pilgrims. Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs confirmed the development on Friday, saying the biometric requirement is now…
National Forensic Agency Introduces Fees for Digital Data Extraction and Analysis
The National Forensic Agency (NFA) has announced that it will begin charging fees for forensic services, including digital data extraction and analysis, across all institutions nationwide. The move has been approved by the Ministry of Interior. According to the notification,…
HEC, British Council Finalise Research Excellence Framework for Pakistan
Islamabad Pakistan’s Higher Education Commission (HEC), in collaboration with the British Council, has finalised a Research Excellence Framework (REF) aimed at strengthening research quality, governance and real-world impact across the country’s universities. The framework was concluded following a five-day consultative…
Google Tightens Android Theft Protection With New Security Controls
Google is expanding Android’s theft protection framework with a new set of security upgrades aimed at reducing financial fraud and data theft, as the company prepares for the rollout of Android 16. The enhancements build on Google’s theft protection programme…
UBL Introduces AI Voice Command Banking in Pakistan, Powered by Fortanixor Technologies
United Bank Limited (UBL) has launched a new AI-powered Voice Command feature in its UBL Digital App, allowing customers to perform everyday banking tasks simply by speaking. The move marks a significant step toward hands-free, conversation-led digital banking in Pakistan….
LinkedIn Emerges as $20bn Advertising Powerhouse as Video and B2B Demand Surge
LinkedIn, the professional networking platform owned by Microsoft, has quietly transformed into a global advertising heavyweight, with its revenue run-rate now exceeding $20 billion annually, driven by rapid growth in marketing solutions, video advertising and premium subscriptions. According to recent…