Speech-to-text AI ‘could save doctors’ time’:
Scientists are developing AI (artificial intelligence) technology to help doctors record patient consultations. Developed by the University of the West of England (UWE) in Bristol, the voice technology uses specialist speech-to-text AI to record consultations, creating notes and letters for clinicians to review and approve. Aimed at improving patient care, the technology is being created to help clinicians have more face-to-face time with patients as they can save time on writing up notes. Dr John Mccormick, chief clinical information officer at NHS England South West, said the system allowed more eye contact with patients, rather than staff spending time “staring at a computer screen”.
Jazz, Zong and Ufone Qualify for Pakistan’s Upcoming 5G Spectrum Sale:
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has cleared three telecom operators to participate in Pakistan’s upcoming NGMS and 5G spectrum auction, which is scheduled to begin on March 10, 2026. The regulator confirmed that Pak Telecom Mobile Limited (Ufone), Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (Jazz), and CMPak Limited (Zong) successfully completed the documentation process within the required deadline and submitted bank guarantees along with their applications.
Your Mobile Balance May Be Drained by Unauthorized Services:
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has warned mobile phone users about a rise in complaints related to the unauthorized activation of Value Added Services (VAS), which has resulted in unexpected deductions from both prepaid and postpaid balances.In a public advisory, the regulator urged consumers to stay alert and regularly check their mobile balance and active subscriptions to avoid unwanted charges.According to PTA, Value Added Services include offerings such as caller tunes (ring back tones), daily SMS or internet bundles, missed call alerts, mobile games, horoscope updates, quiz services, infotainment alerts, and other subscription-based content services. PTA clarified that no VAS can be activated without the clear consent of the consumer.
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra 5G Packs Massive Battery, 3x Zoom, And Military Standard Durability:
Tecno has officially introduced the Camon 50 Ultra 5G, expanding its Camon 50 lineup with a larger battery, triple rear cameras, and enhanced durability compared to the Pro variant. The Camon 50 Ultra 5G features a 6.78-inch AMOLED display with a 1.5K resolution and a 144Hz refresh rate. The panel supports HDR10 and is protected by Gorilla Glass Victus 2. An optical fingerprint scanner is integrated under the display.
Lenovo’s First Rugged Tablet Can Fully Function as a Docked Computer Without Battery:
Lenovo has announced two new tablets, each designed for different environments. The ThinkTab X11 targets field and rugged use, while the Idea Tab Pro Gen 2 is positioned for office and classroom settings. The former comes with a BatteryLess Mode, letting you power the tablet with a dock instead of the battery. The ThinkTab X11 is Lenovo’s first rugged Android tablet. It carries IP68 certification and has passed MIL-STD-810H testing.
Kashmir Applies for 5G Testing and Deployment in the Region:
Azad Jammu and Kashmir (AJK) has moved to formally enable 5G trials in the region, which would allow operators to evaluate performance, spectrum use, and regulatory processes before wider commercial deployment across the country. The AJK government has shared a draft policy with Pakistan’s Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication to allow testing and development of Fifth Generation (5G) wireless networks in the region. The policy was issued by the Office of the Chief Secretary in Muzaffarabad and aligns with earlier communications from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).
Oppo A6s Pro Debuts as a Subtle Upgrade to A6 Pro:
Oppo has introduced another addition to its A6 lineup with the launch of the Oppo A6s Pro. The device represents a minor update over the existing Oppo A6 Pro, with only one notable change. Details about the phone are shared through Oppo Bangladesh’s Facebook post rather than a dedicated product page. The previous A6 Pro 4G model was first launched in Vietnam in September 2025, and a 5G version was also released.
Apple’s 2026 iPad Air Arrives With Updated Chip And More RAM:
Apple has introduced the iPad Air 2026, marking the third update to the lineup in as many years. The new model upgrades to the M4 chip, increases RAM capacity, and becomes the first iPad to include Apple’s N1 and C1X wireless chips.While Apple briefly referenced last year’s M3-powered iPad Air, the latest version is clearly aimed at users of the 2022 M1 model and at standard iPad users considering an upgrade.
JazzWorld Delegation Represents Pakistan’s Digital Ambition at GSMA’s Mobile World Congress 2026:
JazzWorld marked the opening day of GSMA’s Mobile World Congress 2026 with a high-level delegation representing Pakistan’s evolving digital ecosystem, underscoring the company’s transition into an integrated digital ServiceCo and its growing role in shaping global conversations around Artificial Intelligence (AI) and fintech. Led by Chief Executive Officer Aamir Ibrahim, the JazzWorld delegation brought together senior leadership across communications, regulatory affairs, fintech, enterprise solutions, and technology — reflecting the company’s integrated model and platform-led scale.
Apple’s Cheaper iPhone 17 Arrives With Only One Main Upgrade:
Apple has started its latest product launch cycle with the introduction of the iPhone 17e. Positioned as the company’s more affordable option, the new model closely follows last year’s 16e, while only adding one main upgrade. The iPhone 17e features a 6.1-inch OLED display with a resolution of 2532 × 1170 and a 60Hz refresh rate. The screen retains the notch design that houses the Face ID system and the front-facing camera.
Mobilink Bank, SEDF Join Forces to Offer Inclusive MSME Financing for Sindh’s Growth Sectors:
Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has entered into a five-year partnership with Sindh Enterprise Development Fund (SEDF), Government of Sindh, to expand access to structured financing for micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across priority economic sectors in the province. The collaboration will unlock up to PKR 1 billion in financing by combining Mobilink Bank’s lending capabilities with SEDF’s markup subsidy support to reduce the cost of capital for entrepreneurs and stimulate sustainable economic activity province-wide.
Your Xiaomi Power Bank is at Risk of Catching Fire — Recall Initiated in Pakistan:
Xiaomi has announced a recall of a small batch of its Xiaomi 33W Power Bank 20000mAh (Integrated Cable) after identifying a potential overheating issue. According to the company, the recall affects units with model number PB2030MI that were manufactured between August and September 2024. Xiaomi said the issue is linked to problems identified in certain raw materials supplied by vendors.
Zindigi Partners with Government of Azad Jammu & Kashmir to Digitize Water Bill Management and Collection:
In a significant step toward digital transformation and public service enhancement, Zindigi, powered by JS Bank, has signed a landmark agreement with the Government of Azad Jammu & Kashmir (AJK) to digitize water bill management and collection across the region. This partnership represents a forward-looking approach toward public-private sector collaboration, reflecting both institutions shared vision of leveraging technology to deliver better public services.
The highs and lows of AI in the tattoo industry:
A tattoo studio owner has said that artificial intelligence (AI) has both negative and positive uses in the industry. Kerry Gilbert runs Tattoo Morningstar in Weymouth and believes that AI can save time but that it can also makes the job harder. “AI tattoo designs created by customers are always vigorously looked over because it likes to add extra things like fingers or toes or miss them out and it takes time to redesign.” she said. Principal academic in computer science at Bournemouth University, Ben Gorman, explains that people need to understand that AI programmes like Chat GPT do not work like artists who have human reasoning.
Guernésiais AI translations ‘could be wrong’:
An expert in Guernésiais, Guernsey’s native language, has shared concerns about the ability of artificial intelligence (AI) to translate reliably. Teacher Yan Marquis said there was limited data on the language, no standardised spelling and cultured nuance. All these things could mean that AI tools such as Microsoft Copilot and Chat GPT often produced inaccurate translations, he said. He added that, with fewer people speaking the language, there was also a risk incorrect AI translations would become a more common sight.
AI helping farmer with data about bees and crops:
Mapping where bees collect pollen, planting, weeding and understanding the soil are all at the forefront of artificial intelligence (AI) being used by a farmer in Cornwall. Pollen gathered in sacs on bees’ legs has been identified and traced to the field where the insects gathered it on Ian Sexton’s farm in Callington. The collected data was then analysed using AI at the University of Plymouth and could monitor bee populations, experts said. Sexton is also using AI and a robot to help in his production of essential oils. He said he was excited at using the technology as it meant he was being helped with tasks he often had to carry out himself.
‘My new AI voice keeps my personality alive’:
It’s taken her strength, her ability to walk, but most devastatingly, her voice. Yvonne Johnson, 58, from north London was diagnosed with motor neurone disease (MND) almost six years ago. A bubbly, charismatic personality, she found losing her ability to speak the most difficult to process. But now Yvonne has regained the ability to communicate in her own voice through artificial intelligence (AI) technology. The US firm ElevenLabs has used old voice notes, videos and voicemails to recapture the sound of her voice. Yvonne said: “Losing the way I used to speak has taken away part of my identity. “At times I have felt isolated and sad after being once a very vocal, impressionable, speaking person.”
Can a robot recruiter really spot a good carer?:
Just half an hour after she applied for a care job, Mollie Cole-Wilkin’s phone rang. Sitting at home, she answered it. But the voice on the line was not a human’s. She was speaking to “Ami”, an AI-powered telephone interviewer developed by homecare company Cera. “It didn’t sound like AI at all. My mum was in the other room. We thought it was just another person. We just couldn’t believe it,” she says. The call lasted about five minutes, and at the end, Cole-Wilkin, of Long Stratton, Norfolk, was told she had passed the screening. It then made her an appointment for a one-to-one interview, with a real person. After successfully passing this, she was told she had the job.
OpenAI changes deal with US military after backlash:
OpenAI says it has agreed changes to the “opportunistic and sloppy” deal it struck with the US government over the use of its technology in classified military operations. On Monday OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman said the company would add the language to its agreement, including explicitly prohibiting the use of its systems to spy on Americans. The deal had emerged on Friday following a fallout between OpenAI’s rival Anthropic and the Department of Defense, over concerns around the use of its AI model Claude for mass surveillance and in fully autonomous weapons.
But it has raised questions over how AI is used in war and how much power rests with government and private companies.
Early move for switchers to keep mobile numbers:
A timetable for the changes for people to keep mobile phone numbers if they switch provider has been speeded up, Channel Islands regulators have confirmed. It means Jersey Telecom (JT) is delivering the changes for people using the Coop’s mobile service by 17 March, six weeks earlier than planned, after the companies and Sure reached an agreement. The Guernsey Competition and Regulatory Authority (GCRA) and Jersey Competition Regulatory Authority (JCRA) said they secured a revised timetable “that better serves islanders”.
They said mobile providers had to offer mobile number portability to customers, even if technical arrangements between companies were governed by commercial arrangements.
India’s top court angry after junior judge cites fake AI-generated orders:
India’s Supreme Court has threatened legal consequences after a judge was found to have adjudicated on a property dispute using fake judgements generated by artificial intelligence. The top court, which was responding to an appeal by the defendants, will now examine the ruling given by the lower court in the southern state of Andhra Pradesh. The Supreme Court called the case a matter of “institutional concern” and said fake AI-generated judgements had “a direct bearing on integrity of adjudicatory process”. The incident has made headlines, becoming the latest in a series of instances where AI has disrupted court proceedings in India and elsewhere in the world.
Did AI play a role in Ocado’s 1,000 job cuts?:
Online grocery firm Ocado announced plans last week to slash 1,000 jobs from its workforce of about 20,000 people. The firm, which has headquarters in Hatfield, Hertfordshire, suggested the company’s tech wizards had been victims of their own success. “We have largely completed a very significant phase of investment in our robotics and automation capabilities,” said chief executive Tim Steiner. Steiner is talking about AI. But did it really play a role in the company’s decision to cut so many jobs?
Amazon says drones damaged three facilities in UAE and Bahrain:
Amazon’s cloud computing business says drones have hit three of its facilities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain following US and Israeli strikes against Iran at the weekend. The incidents occurred on Sunday morning, with Amazon Web Services (AWS) saying at the time that ”objects” had hit a data centre in the UAE, creating ”sparks and fire”. Also on Sunday, AWS said it was investigating power and connectivity issues at a facility in Bahrain. On Monday, the company confirmed that drone strikes had caused the outages. The incidents highlight the vulnerability of key technology infrastructure such as data centres during military conflicts.
Mentions of AI in BBC 500 Word stories increases:
Children entering this years Media 500 Words writing competition increasingly mentioning artificial intelligence (AI) in their stories, research has found. Analysis of stories submitted to this year’s writing competition by Oxford University Press found mentions of AI increased 50% from the previous years edition. Researchers also found that children were increasingly personifying the technology, whilst also starting to express concerns about spending too much time on phones. ChatGPT appeared as a character or a narrator in several stories, Oxford University Press found, whilst some other stories included themes like AI versus humans.
Deepfake attack: ‘Many people could have been cheated’:
At the start of this year, a video popped up on social media sites in India showing the chief executive of the Bombay Stock Exchange, Sundararaman Ramamurthy, giving investors advice on which stocks to buy. Viewers were promised handsome returns if they heeded his advice. The only problem was, it was not Ramamurthy speaking. It was a deepfake video of him, made using artificial intelligence. “It was in the public domain where many people could see it, and get cheated into buying or selling stocks, as if I’d recommended them,” explains Ramamurthy.