2024

According to Omdia’s Fiber Development Index (FDI) 2024, Pakistan ranks 77th among 93 countries globally. Operators face several challenges when deploying fiber, requiring intervention from regulators and governments. These challenges include switching off the copper network, duplication of resources reducing ROI, Rights-of-Way accessibility and approval, construction costs, lack of information and collaboration regarding construction, and…

Lahore: BankIslami, a leading Islamic bank in Pakistan, recently celebrated Women Entrepreneurship Day at its branches across the country along with the State Bank of Pakistan. The celebrations were marked by the strong presence of senior women officials from the apex bank, many of whom commended the BankIslami on its initiative for the promotion of…

Islamabad: The Special Technology Zones Authority (STZA) and Telenor Pakistan have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to accelerate innovation, promote digital inclusion, and advance youth empowerment across Pakistan. This strategic partnership aims to strengthen the country’s technology sector by nurturing young talent, supporting local technology companies, and enhancing Pakistan’s digital infrastructure in line…

Islamabad — inDrive, a global leader in mobility and urban services, has launched a transformative road safety and beautification initiative in Karachi aimed at promoting road safety awareness while enhancing the city’s visual landscape. This campaign involves cleaning and beautifying neglected walls with vibrant art that conveys essential safety messages to foster a safer and…

Lahore: LONGi Green Energy, a leader in solar technology, has achieved a new world record in monocrystalline silicon module efficiency. The company’s latest HPBC2.0 module has reached an efficiency rate of 25.4%, as confirmed by the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems (Fraunhofer-ISE) in Germany, a globally recognized authority on solar energy. This breakthrough marks…

Islamabad: At the recent Cyber Threat Intelligence Summit in Islamabad, Kaspersky presented a comprehensive overview of the surging cyber threat landscape worldwide, with a particular focus on Pakistan. Kaspersky revealed data from its Security Network, underscoring that financial malware and spyware attacks have increased, posing significant risk to the digital landscape of the country. Other…

Lahore: – Alibaba.com, a leading platform for global business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, hosted the Key E-Commerce Leader Award (KEL) Grand Finale in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. The event celebrated the achievements and contributions of outstanding B2B e-commerce sellers from across South and Southeast Asia, reflecting Alibaba.com’s commitment to fostering the growth of small and medium-sized…

Islamabad : Kaspersky Global Research and Analysis team (GReAT) has uncovered a malicious global campaign in which attackers used Telegram to deliver Trojan spyware, potentially targeting individuals and businesses in the fintech and trading industries in multiple countries across Europe, Asia including Pakistan, Latin America, and the Middle East. The malware is designed to steal…

Islamabad: In line with its commitment to advancing green energy solutions, Telenor Pakistan hosted a panel discussion on “Climate Change and Green Energy Transition.” The event gathered industry experts and leaders to explore the critical role of businesses in addressing climate challenges and promoting sustainable energy practices across Pakistan. The panel discussion was co-organized by…

Islamabad: Telenor Pakistan proudly announces its top achievement at the “Telecom Cyber Security Awards 2024,” organized by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA). The awards ceremony, held in Islamabad, recognized Telenor Pakistan for its outstanding performance in Category I, which includes Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs) and large operators. The recognition follows PTA’s comprehensive audit and revalidation…