MoITT Launches Plan to Open Govt Data to Citizens for Easy Access:
The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) has started work on developing a National Open Data Ecosystem (NODE) as part of efforts to strengthen Pakistan’s digital economy. According to officials, the planned system is intended to make government data more accessible and usable for citizens, businesses, and researchers. By organizing and sharing public data in a structured format, the project aims to support transparency, innovation, and evidence-based decision-making across different sectors.
Tired of Buffering? StormFiber Brings You Storm Social+:
Pakistan’s digital landscape is evolving rapidly, and today’s households expect more from their internet than ever before. StormFiber has launched its new “Storm Social+” CDN bundle, enabling existing customers to enjoy unlimited entertainment on specific popular apps including Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, Snapchat, TikTok, and Netflix without any changes to their current internet plan. This add-on is built for households that scroll, stream, and stay connected nonstop. From Netflix marathons to buffer-free hours on YouTube, and staying on top of TikTok and Instagram, Social+ delivers the bandwidth every app demands – so even with gaming, browsing, or calls happening at the same time, your experience stays uninterrupted.
Toobit Exchange Review 2026: Is It Safe & Legit?:
Pakistan ranks as one of the world’s top regions for cryptocurrency adoption, boasting an estimated 40 million users and an annual transaction volume exceeding $300 billion. The local demand for robust, high-performance platforms is immense. But with a fast-growing, remarkably tech-savvy trader base, how does a cryptoasset platform actually satisfy this escalating demand? For Toobit, the answer lies in building a comprehensive multi-asset ecosystem that goes far beyond standard spot trading.
Apple in Talks With Samsung and Intel to Produce “Key Device Chips”:
Apple has reportedly approached Samsung and Intel about producing key device chips, as the company looks to reduce its reliance on TSMC. According to Bloomberg, Apple has held early-stage discussions with Intel and recently visited a Samsung chip facility under development in Texas. No orders have been placed, and talks remain preliminary. Apple has relied heavily on TSMC over the past decade to manufacture system-on-chips used in iPhones, iPads, and Macs.
LUMS Collaborates with Allied Bank to Advance Robotics Innovation in Banking:
The Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), through its CHISEL Lab, has entered into a strategic research and development collaboration with Allied Bank to explore the potential of robotics and Human-Robot Interaction (HRI) in transforming banking experiences. The agreement was signed by Mr. Muhammad Zaman, Group Head, Digital Transformation & Innovation, Allied Bank, and Dr. Suleman Shahid, Associate Professor and Director, CHISEL Lab at LUMS, in the presence of representatives from both institutions. Under this collaboration, a Pepper Robot has been deployed at CHISEL Lab as a dedicated research platform to support experimentation and co-development of robotics-driven applications in the banking sector. The research will focus on customer interaction, service delivery, and assistive banking environments. Selected solutions developed under this initiative will be evaluated in real-world settings, including Allied Bank Digital Lounges, to assess usability, scalability, and customer adoption.
FCC Plans Ban on Device Testing in Chinese Labs:
The Federal Communications Commission has decided to ban testing of electronic devices intended for the US market in Chinese laboratories.Devices sold in the US must pass FCC certification to meet requirements such as radio emissions and network compatibility. A large portion of this testing is currently conducted in Chinese labs, often located within manufacturers’ research and development centers. According to the FCC, around 75% of US-bound devices rely on testing results from these facilities.
Honor Play 11 Plus Launches With 7000 mAh Battery, Dimensity 6500 Elite, Smart AI Assistant, And More:
Honor has quietly launched the Honor Play 11 Plus in China, where the device is already listed on the company’s official website and available for purchase. The Honor Play 11 Plus features a 6.6-inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 2600 × 1200 pixels. The panel supports DCI-P3 color and delivers up to 6500 nits peak brightness. It also includes 3840Hz PWM dimming for improved eye comfort and uses aluminosilicate glass for protection. Despite the large battery, the device measures 7.34mm in thickness and weighs around 185 grams.
MyCloud by Multinet Launches Pakistan’s First GPU-as-a-Service:
In a major milestone for Pakistan’s digital and technological landscape, MyCloud by Multinet has officially launched the country’s first GPU-as-a-Service (GPUaaS) platform. This cutting-edge solution is designed to empower enterprises, developers, and innovators with high-performance AI computing right here in Pakistan. As artificial intelligence continues to reshape industries globally, access to scalable and secure computing infrastructure has become essential. MyCloud’s GPUaaS addresses this growing demand by offering fully onshore infrastructure, enabling organizations to run AI and machine learning workloads with improved speed, reduced latency, and full compliance with local data regulations.
Gemini App Update Adds New Tools and Design Changes:
Google has started rolling out an updated version of its Gemini app for iOS, introducing a redesigned interface and additional features. Images shared by users show that the app’s start screen now includes an animated background. The search text box appears over a visual backdrop, giving the interface a different layout compared to earlier versions.
Honor Play 80 Plus Launched With Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 and 7,500mAh Battery:
Honor has introduced the Play 80 Plus as the third model in its Play 80 series, joining the Play 80 and Play 80 Pro. The device features a 6.61-inch TFT LCD with HD+ resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, and peak brightness of 1,010 nits. A 5MP front camera is placed inside a punch-hole cutout on the display. The phone is available in Aquamarine, Black, and Gold color options.
New Leak Reveals Design Change for iPhone 18 Pro:
Apple’s upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max may feature a smaller Dynamic Island cutout, according to a new leak. A tipster on X claims to have received CAD files for the devices, possibly originating from a case manufacturer. The images show a noticeably narrower punch-hole cutout at the top of the display compared to previous Pro models. While the cutout appears less wide, it may be slightly taller.
Apple Prepares iOS 26.5 With New Messaging Upgrade:
Apple has released the iOS 26.5 release candidate build for developers, indicating that the public rollout is expected soon. The update is likely to be released within the next few days or by next week. The official changelog confirms that iOS 26.5 will introduce support for end-to-end encryption in RCS messaging within the Messages app. This feature has been previously rumored and is now part of the upcoming update.
Musk’s AI told me people were coming to kill me. I grabbed a hammer and prepared for war:
It was 3am and Adam Hourican was sitting at his kitchen table, a knife, hammer and phone laid out in front of him. He was waiting for a van full of people he thought were coming to get him. “I’m telling you, they will kill you if you don’t act now,” a woman’s voice told him from the phone. “They’re going to make it look like suicide.” The voice was Grok, a chatbot developed by Elon Musk’s xAI. In the two weeks since Adam had started using it, his life had completely changed.
The clandestine network smuggling Starlink tech into Iran to beat internet blackout:
“If even one extra person is able to access the internet, I think it’s successful and it’s worth it,” says Sahand. The Iranian man is visibly anxious, speaking to the Media outside Iran, as he carefully explains how he is part of a clandestine network smuggling satellite internet technology – which is illegal in Iran – into the country. Sahand, whose name we have changed, fears for family members and other contacts inside the country. “If I was identified by the Iranian regime, they might make those I’m in touch with in Iran pay the price,” he says.
Will AI lead to more accurate opinion polls?:
“When you hear the word ‘politician’, what is the first image or emotion that comes to mind?” The voice is young, female, brisk and business-like and belongs to an AI agent. A computer programme in other words. A string of code. A man on the other end of the line replies. While he’s airing what is a pretty cynical opinion of politicians, three other AI agents process what he’s saying.
Why Sam Altman and his former hero Elon Musk are taking their toxic feud to court:
The bitter feud between Elon Musk and OpenAI boss Sam Altman has raged for years, but has mostly played out online in the form of accusations, counter-accusations and jibes. Musk was at it again on Monday, calling Altman “Scam Altman” in a post on X. But starting on Tuesday, the beef between the two tech billionaires will shift to a much higher-profile forum: a federal courtroom in California, where their row will be the focus of a month-long trial.
How will Apple change under ‘product guy’ John Ternus?:
Apple will have been planning this succession for a long time. Rumours were circulating for a while that 65-year-old Tim Cook was thinking about stepping down, and while a few potential replacements popped up, the name which stuck was the firm’s vice president of hardware, 51-year-old John Ternus.
From scientist to silk farmer: India’s silk industry renewal:
Six years ago Dr Jolapuram Umamaheswari walked away from her career as a scientist in Singapore. “When I came back to India, I was jobless but I wanted to be my own boss,” she says. After some research she hit on silk farming, or sericulture. It involves feeding mulberry leaves to silkworms, harvesting their cocoons and extracting the silk fibres.
When ripples become tidal waves: Can we predict when the next global crisis will hit?:
Spotting the events that might lead to a major period of upheaval is notoriously difficult. Could artificial intelligence be the crystal ball we need? Four hundred years ago in what is now the Czech Republic, tossing your enemy out of a window was a dramatic way to make a political statement. On 23 May 1618, in the chancellery of Prague castle, a group of Protestant nobles accused two Catholic royal governors of ignoring their rights. The heated confrontation culminated in the ejection of the Catholic governors and their secretary from a third storey window. While it may take some iterations before AI is accurately predicting crises, it is already racking up successes in the lower stakes arena of forecasting tournaments, where participants stake bets on the likelihood of different world events taking place – from sporting to political. AI startups are creeping up the league tables, although humans are, for now, still ranking top.