Global Release on Schedule, China Faces Delay Apple’s highly anticipated iPhone 17 series is set to launch globally on 19 September, but one key model, the iPhone Air, will not be available in China at launch. The delay stems from pending regulatory approval for its embedded SIM (eSIM) technology, a feature central to the device’s…
Lawmakers Respond to Growing Concerns A French parliamentary commission has proposed strict new measures on social media use among minors, recommending a full ban for children under 15 and a “digital curfew” for teens aged 15 to 18. The commission, established in March 2024, investigated the psychological effects of platforms such as TikTok after families…
Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, has come under renewed scrutiny after former and current employees testified to the U.S. Senate, alleging that the company buried internal research related to child safety on its virtual reality (VR) platforms. Allegations of Suppression According to six researchers, Meta’s legal team routinely screened, edited, and even…
A major breakthrough in global legal technology has been led by a young Pakistani, Chaudhary Hamza Riaz, an award-winning Law graduate from Ulster University, UK. Together with Prof. Dr. Usman Hadi (School of Engineering, Ulster University), he has unveiled Aura, the UK’s first AI-powered legal assistant, designed to transform how justice is delivered. Developed under…
Microsoft’s Handheld GambleHandheld gaming has become one of the fastest-growing markets, and now Xbox is entering the race. Partnering with Asus ROG, Microsoft unveiled the ROG Xbox Ally at Gamescom 2025, promising a console that merges Xbox Game Pass with ROG’s hardware expertise. The lineup features two versions: a standard ROG Xbox Ally and the…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) confirmed that telecom services are being restored across flood-affected districts in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa. Heavy rains and flash floods had damaged several cellular and fixed-line sites, disrupting communication for thousands of residents. PTA officials recently met Federal Minister Amir Muqam and Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) Chairman Barrister Gohar Ali Khan to review…
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Senator Ishaq Dar, is in the United Kingdom for an official three-day visit, reflecting Islamabad’s renewed focus on economic diplomacy and global innovation partnerships. The visit, spanning August 17–19, includes crucial meetings with UK Deputy PM Angela Rayner, Hamish Falconer, and Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Ayorkor Botchwey. These engagements…
Pakistan’s Ministry of IT and Telecommunication has introduced a six-pillar policy to grow Artificial Intelligence in the country. The aim is to prepare industries, improve security, and link Pakistan with global AI leaders. Here’s what each pillar means: Officials say this plan will help Pakistan keep up with AI developments while creating economic opportunities and…
Getting your first Computerised National Identity Card (CNIC) is an important milestone for every Pakistani citizen turning 18. Issued by the National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA), this card opens the door to voting rights, banking services, SIM registration, and passport applications. Step 1: Gather the Right Documents Before heading to a NADRA Registration Centre,…
OpenAI has launched GPT‑5 and made it free for all ChatGPT users. Unveiled by CEO Sam Altman in a live event, GPT‑5 upgrades core abilities across reasoning, reliability, memory, and real‑world integrations—pushing ChatGPT further toward a true digital assistant. GPT‑5 emphasizes “agent‑like” reasoning. Instead of merely replying, it interprets context, breaks down complex tasks into…