The federal government has announced a substantial 43 percent cut in the development budget for the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication in the fiscal year 2025-26, sparking widespread concern within Pakistan’s fast-growing tech sector. Official budget figures reviewed by ProPakistani reveal that the development allocation for the IT Ministry will drop to Rs. 13.52…
WhatsApp has confirmed that several older iPhone models will no longer support its services starting June 1, 2025. The update is part of WhatsApp’s routine review of operating system compatibility, aimed at reinforcing security and ensuring a seamless experience for users. The discontinuation will affect iPhones operating on iOS versions below 15.1. Specifically, this includes…
The White House confirmed on Saturday that President Donald Trump will soon announce a fresh nominee for the position of NASA Administrator. This announcement follows reports that the initial nominee, Jared Isaacman, is no longer under consideration. The decision to withdraw Isaacman’s candidacy has not been formally explained. However, sources cited by Semafor indicated that…
There was a time when the arrival of foreign brands in Pakistan was met with genuine excitement and optimism, seen as a sign of integration into the global economy and an opportunity for local consumers and businesses alike. Those days, however, are behind us. Today, what Pakistan needs is not just the presence of foreign…
Major Step Toward Digital Empowerment Public sector students across Punjab have reason to celebrate as the provincial government begins distributing laptops under the CM Punjab Laptop Scheme 2025.Education Minister Rana Sikandar Hayat confirmed that the initiative officially kicks off today (Wednesday) in Lahore. The grand inauguration ceremony is being held at the prestigious University of…
Expanding the GT Family: Honor’s New Tablet and Smartband Honor continues to strengthen its mid-range lineup with the launch of the Honor Pad GT and Honor Band 10. Designed to balance performance and affordability, these new products aim to attract students, professionals, and fitness enthusiasts alike. Honor Pad GT: Power-Packed Mid-Range Tablet Borrowing much of…
Google’s Dominance in Search Under Renewed Scrutiny In a landmark antitrust case that could reshape the future of internet access, the U.S. Department of Justice has intensified its stance against Google. Federal prosecutors argue that Alphabet Inc.’s recent AI advancements, including its Gemini AI integration, may serve to reinforce its dominance in the online search…
Lahore, Pakistan – Xiaomi introduces Xiaomi Pad 7 Series, featuring Xiaomi Pad 7 Pro and Xiaomi Pad 7. These tablets redefine productivity and entertainment, catering to professionals and everyday users. Xiaomi Pad 7 Series is an AI-powered productivity tablet designed to empower users seeking efficient productivity and seamless multitasking. Both models share a striking 11.2-inch…
Chinese AI Chipmakers Leverage DeepSeek to Challenge U.S. Dominance The emergence of DeepSeek’s AI models is transforming China’s artificial intelligence sector, particularly for chipmakers like Huawei, Hygon, and Tencent-backed EnFlame. With Nvidia dominating the global AI chip market, Chinese manufacturers have struggled to develop competitive high-performance AI training chips. However, DeepSeek’s focus on AI inference…
Musk Dismisses Rumors of a TikTok Acquisition Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has firmly stated that he is not interested in purchasing TikTok, the widely popular short-video platform owned by ByteDance, a Chinese company currently facing scrutiny in the United States over national security concerns. During a virtual appearance at a summit hosted by The WELT…