The Pentagon adopts Palantir Technologies AI system after a dispute with Anthropic, marking a major shift in military technology strategy. Officials confirm that Palantir’s Maven system will become a core program across the U.S. military. Moreover, the move signals long-term reliance on advanced artificial intelligence tools for defense operations. According to Deputy Defense Secretary Steve […]
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Astrik set to revolutionize Customer Engagement with launch of AI-Powered Chat Software ‘Chattrik’
Astrik unveiled Chattrik, Pakistan’s first AI‑enabled live chat solution developed entirely by local talent, marking a major milestone for the country’s digital ecosystem. Built to deliver a complete “last mile and beyond” customer experience, Chattrik is set to transform how Pakistani businesses engage, support, and convert website visitors in real time. Designed for high‑traffic online […]
Pakistan’s bond tokenisation bid seeks liquidity as crypto shifts South and East
Pakistan has signed a memorandum of understanding with Binance to explore the tokenisation of up to $2 billion in sovereign assets, including government bonds, T-bills and commodity reserves. The move comes alongside initial regulatory clearances for Binance and HTX to begin the process of applying for local exchange licences, a sign that Islamabad wants to […]
Hades II: A stellar sequel that exceeds expectations
Hades II, the highly anticipated sequel to Supergiant Games’ acclaimed roguelite, has finally arrived, and it exceeds expectations. Building on the formula of its predecessor, the game seamlessly blends familiar mechanics with fresh ideas, offering both returning fans and newcomers a thrilling experience. The story follows Melinoë, a new protagonist, as she battles Chronos, the […]
Gughar Plant Receives Global Protection
Pakistan’s medicinal gughar plant, highly valued for its resin, has now been listed in CITES Appendix II. This status ensures global traceability of its trade and helps tackle illegal exploitation. The decision came after Pakistan’s delegation successfully lobbied at the 20th CITES Conference in Samarkand, Uzbekistan. Earlier proposals by Germany and the EU had failed […]
Samsung Launches Galaxy Z TriFold Phone
Samsung unveiled its first Galaxy Z TriFold phone on Tuesday, a triple-folding special edition priced at $2,443. It will go on sale December 12. The phone folds into a 10-inch display, designed to boost productivity and creative work. Samsung emphasized it is not meant for mass-market buyers. The device is sleek, premium, and positioned as […]
Ban on All Free VPNs Essential for a Secure Digital Pakistan
Ban on All Free VPNs Essential for a Secure Digital Pakistan highlights growing concern over the rise of unsafe and unregistered virtual networks across the country. Officials warn that free VPNs expose citizens to hacking, data theft, and foreign surveillance. Moreover, cybersecurity experts say these services secretly log sensitive information and sell it to unknown […]
Pakistan’s Solar Energy Surge Forces Call for New Power Tariffs
Pakistan’s solar energy boom is reshaping the national power system as cheap panels and rising grid tariffs push households toward solar. As more users shift to net-metered and behind-the-meter systems, daytime demand keeps falling. However, the current tariff design cannot reflect real market conditions, and the benefit of lower marginal costs still does not reach […]
James D. Watson, co-discoverer of DNA, dies at 97
NEW YORK: James D. Watson, the American biologist who co-discovered the structure of DNA in 1953 and helped launch the modern era of genetics, has died at the age of 97, according to reports. Watson passed away this week at a hospice on Long Island. Watson’s groundbreaking work with British physicist Francis Crick revealed the […]
NASA considers dropping SpaceX from Artemis III moon mission
WASHINGTON – NASA is urgently exploring backup options for its Artemis III moon landing mission, as delays in SpaceX’s Starship development threaten the agency’s goal of returning astronauts to the lunar surface by 2026. Acting NASA administrator Sean Duffy announced that the agency may move away from SpaceX — its primary partner under a $2.9 […]