After nearly two years of stability, hard disk drive (HDD) prices are once again on the rise, driven by renewed demand and market dynamics in China. According to a report from Digitimes Asia, citing Nikkei, HDD contract prices increased by approximately 4% quarter over quarter in Q4 2025. This marks the largest quarterly increase in…
[Karachi, December 17, 2025] Day 3 of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2025 focused on the theme Manifesting Informed Citizenship, encouraging young leaders to critically engage with politics, economics, culture, and civic responsibility in an increasingly interconnected world. The day began with reflective sessions and meditation, setting a thoughtful tone for dialogue and awareness. Participants…
Karachi, December 16, 2025: Day Two of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2025 focused on the theme “Manifesting Social Stewardship,” encouraging young leaders to translate personal growth into ethical leadership and sustainable community impact. The day opened with reflections on collective responsibility, followed by “Leaders as Stewards” by Mr. Kamran Z. Rizvi, emphasizing integrity, empathy,…
German digital bank N26 has once again come under regulatory pressure after financial watchdog BaFin imposed a new set of restrictions, citing serious operational weaknesses. The move marks the latest challenge for the online lender, which has been under scrutiny for several years. According to BaFin, a special audit conducted last year uncovered major deficiencies…
Karachi, December 15, 2025: The 23rd edition of the Young Leaders Conference (YLC) 2025 commenced today with an inspiring opening day centered around the theme “Manifesting Personal Development.” Bringing together young leaders from across Pakistan, Day One set the tone for six transformative days of reflection, learning, and leadership-building. The opening day emphasized a core…
Bank Makramah Limited’s stock performance continues to surge amid strategic restructuring and capital transformation. Bank Makramah Limited (BML) has rapidly become one of the most actively traded and closely watched banking stocks at the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX), driven by a turnaround strategy that has repositioned the institution into a growth-stage financial contender. BML’s share…
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced a temporary suspension of its mobile device registration service this weekend, citing planned system maintenance by the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR). The disruption will affect the Device Identification Registration and Blocking System (DIRBS), which handles verification and registration of mobile devices entering Pakistan. According to the notice,…
Chinese tech companies are accelerating efforts to expand into global markets as demand for smart glasses surges, fuelled by rapid advances in artificial intelligence and growing interest in wearable technology. Once a niche product with limited mainstream appeal, smart eyewear is now experiencing renewed momentum, with China emerging as one of the most competitive battlegrounds.…
Pakistan has outlined an ambitious national plan to accelerate the adoption of clean transportation by establishing 3,000 electric vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country by 2030. The initiative marks one of the most significant steps taken toward building large-scale EV infrastructure in Pakistan. According to an official document shared with the Associated Press of…
Google is rolling out a major upgrade to its popular Circle to Search feature, bringing deeper AI-powered capabilities to Android devices. Originally introduced with the Galaxy S24 Ultra, the feature allowed users to circle, highlight or scribble on anything appearing on their screen—whether in apps, videos or social media posts—to instantly search for related information.…