TikTok Goes Dark for 170 Million U.S. Users TikTok, the widely popular app owned by China’s ByteDance, ceased operations in the United States late Saturday. The abrupt shutdown follows a law requiring TikTok to either sever ties with its China-based parent company or halt its U.S. operations, citing national security concerns. Users attempting to access…
Hype Meets Reality In late 2024, Google announced the expansion of its flagship digital payment service, Google Wallet, to several countries, including Pakistan. Known for its seamless integration with NFC payments and card storage, the announcement sparked excitement. Yet, the final rollout brought only a “Passes-Only” version, leaving much to be desired. Features of the…
Meta Adopts a Community-Driven Approach Meta, the tech giant behind Facebook and Instagram, has announced a major policy shift by discontinuing its U.S. fact-checking program. The company will now rely on a community-based system inspired by X’s “Community Notes” feature. This marks a departure from Meta’s earlier focus on strict content moderation. CEO Mark Zuckerberg…
A Modern Digital Framework for Pakistan The Digital Nation Pakistan Bill 2024, presented in the National Assembly, marks a significant leap toward modernizing Pakistan’s governance and economy. This bill aims to harness technology to enhance public services, promote innovation, and accelerate economic growth. Building a Digital Governance System At the heart of the bill lies…
Elon Musk, the billionaire entrepreneur and co-founder of OpenAI, has reignited his legal battle against the AI giant by asking a US court to block its transition to a profit-driven model. According to CNBC, Musk’s legal team, representing both him and his AI startup xAI, filed an injunction on Friday to halt OpenAI’s plans to…
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has called for the prompt resolution of operational challenges faced by Meta in Pakistan, emphasizing the importance of strengthening the country’s digital infrastructure. The Prime Minister’s directive came during a high-profile meeting with a five-member delegation from Meta, led by Simon Milner, Vice President for Asia Pacific. The discussion centered around…
Tech mogul Elon Musk touched down in Bali, Indonesia this Sunday, ahead of the exciting launch of Starlink internet service. This project is a collaboration between SpaceX, Musk’s space exploration company, and the Indonesian government. What is Starlink? Starlink is a revolutionary internet service that utilizes a network of satellites in space. This allows Starlink…
Apple CarPlay is a handy feature that brings your favorite iPhone apps right to your car’s dashboard. But sometimes, you might want to focus on the road or just need a moment without distractions. Here’s how to turn CarPlay off when you need to. Quick Fixes Need to turn CarPlay off in a hurry? Here…
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has made significant advancements in recent years, and one of the most exciting developments is the integration of memory into AI systems. ChatGPT, a cutting-edge AI language model, is now equipped with the ability to remember who you are and what you like. This memory feature not only enhances the user experience…
Five people are safe and sound thanks to the quick action of Apple’s Car Crash Detection feature on an Apple Watch. The feature, introduced in 2022, automatically alerts emergency services in case of a serious accident. The incident: A car carrying five people crashed into a tree near Ontario, California. The Apple Watch detected the…