A Deceptive Ad Turns CostlyWhat began as a casual scroll through Instagram reels turned into a costly mistake for a woman in Gorai, Mumbai. A seemingly legitimate job ad promoting effortless earnings led her to lose Rs 6.37 lacs to online scammers. The SetupThe incident occurred on November 30 when the woman came across an…
In its latest bid to enhance user experience, X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, has introduced a new feature to identify parody accounts more effectively. This initiative aims to clarify the nature of accounts and prevent users from mistaking satirical profiles for authentic ones. Under the new system, parody accounts will feature a “Parody…
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…
Karachi: Habib University proudly hosted its ninth annual Yohsin Lecture featuring distinguished author and professor from Stanford University, Dr Thomas Hansen. His talk was titled, “The Angry Tide: Reflections on Fascism, Resentment and Authoritarian Dreams.” Dr Hansen, a renowned scholar in South Asian studies, dove into crucial issues of the present, exploring the rise of…
The Fédération Internationale de Football Association (FIFA) is venturing into the mobile gaming sphere with an exciting new title, ‘FIFA Rivals,’ designed for iOS and Android. Partnering with the innovative Mythical Games, FIFA aims to bring a fresh, interactive football experience to fans worldwide. Introducing ‘FIFA Rivals’: A Game for Football Enthusiasts ‘FIFA Rivals’ will…
The Punjab government, led by Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz, has introduced the Honhaar Scholarship Program, a landmark initiative aimed at supporting education for underprivileged yet talented students. The program’s budget of Rs. 130 billion highlights its scale and importance in shaping Punjab’s future. Key Details of Eligibility To qualify for the scholarship, students must fulfill…
“This is a Mental Problem,” Says Renowned Scholar on VPN Fatwa Prominent Islamic scholar Maulana Tariq Jamil has voiced strong criticism of the recent fatwa issued by the Council of Islamic Ideology (CII), which declared the use of Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) as un-Islamic. In an interview with a private news channel, the Maulana dismissed…
OpenAI’s Greg Brockman Returns After Sabbatical to Take on New Role Three months after stepping away, OpenAI co-founder Greg Brockman has returned to the AI giant with a fresh focus. Announcing his comeback on X, he wrote, “Longest vacation of my life complete. Back to building @OpenAI.” The company later confirmed Brockman’s return, stating he…
Simon Kinberg Tapped to Write and Co-Produce New ‘Star Wars’ Film Trilogy The beloved galaxy of ‘Star Wars’ is expanding once again, as Disney’s Lucasfilm has officially greenlit a new film trilogy, led by Simon Kinberg as both writer and co-producer. Kinberg, who previously co-created the acclaimed animated series ‘Star Wars Rebels,’ is set to…
Lahore, Pakistan , 6 November, 2024 – POCO, a popular technology brand among the young generation of tech enthusiasts, today announced the launch of POCO C75. Combining sleek, nature-inspired aesthetics with an immersive 6.88-inch display, POCO C75 is designed to elevate the entertainment experience. It is poised to become a must-have for users seeking both…