Huawei's latest handset uses improved China-made chip, report shows
Huawei's latest handset uses improved China-made chip, report shows
Bitcoin hoarding company Strategy remains in Nasdaq 100
Bitcoin hoarding company Strategy remains in Nasdaq 100
Nvidia considers increasing H200 chip output due to robust China demand
Nvidia is considering increasing production of its H200 AI chips after strong demand from Chinese clients. The move follows U.S. approval to export the chips to China, though uncertainties remain.
Data center REIT Fermi drops 34% after potential customer backs out of funding deal
Data center REIT Fermi drops 34% after potential customer backs out of funding deal
Google faces $129 million French asset freeze after Russian ruling, documents show
Google faces $129 million French asset freeze after Russian ruling, documents show
Oracle pushes back several data centers for OpenAI to 2028, Bloomberg News reports
Oracle pushes back several data centers for OpenAI to 2028, Bloomberg News reports
Major progress in telecom investment ahead of 5G launch in Pakistan
Pakistan has taken a big step to boost investment in the telecom sector ahead of the 5G rollout
Punjab launches Pakistan's first e-registration service linked with Nadra
Punjab’s new CRMIS app enables digital filing of births, deaths, marriages and divorces while integrating union councils with the central identification database.
Pakistan's first driverless car completes successful test drive
During the test drive, the driverless car was seen moving smoothly on the NED campus road, leaving everyone amazed.
OpenAI launches GPT-5.2 after 'code red' push to counter Google's Gemini 3
OpenAI launched GPT-5.2, improving general intelligence, coding, and multi-step tasks. Disney invested $1B in OpenAI, offering its franchises for Sora AI. GPT-5.2 rolls out for paid users.
NASA confirms it has lost contact with Mars orbiter MAVEN
Data collected by missions such as MAVEN can also contribute to planning future Mars missions.That's not all MAVEN does, though.
'Architects of AI' named Time Magazine's Person of the Year
Nvidia boss Jensen Huang, Meta head Mark Zuckerberg, X owner Elon Musk and AI "godmother" Fei-Fei Li are among those depicted on one of the magazine's two covers.
China launches satellites for UAE, Egypt, Nepal in commercial space mission
After delivering the nine satellites to their preset orbits, the launch mission was declared a complete success.
Bezos' Blue Origin working on orbital data center technology, WSJ reports
Bezos' Blue Origin working on orbital data center technology, WSJ reports
UAE digital lender Wio Bank bets on payments, wealth to power next growth phase
UAE digital lender Wio Bank bets on payments, wealth to power next growth phase
Google faces fines over Google Play if it doesn't make more concessions, sources say
Google faces fines over Google Play if it doesn't make more concessions, sources say
Elon Musk's SpaceX to raise over $25 billion in blockbuster 2026 IPO, source says
Elon Musk's SpaceX to raise over $25 billion in blockbuster 2026 IPO, source says
Google faces EU antitrust investigation over AI Overviews, YouTube
The EU is investigating Google for using publishers' content and YouTube videos to train AI models without compensation. Concerns grow over Big Tech dominance and its impact on competition.
Global leaders, experts discuss AI role in advancing sustainable agriculture
The panel was held alongside Abu Dhabi’s launch of the AI Ecosystem for Global Agricultural Development.
Wells Fargo expects more job cuts, will roll out AI gradually in 2026
Wells Fargo expects more job cuts, will roll out AI gradually in 2026
Australia's social media ban for children takes effect in world first
Australia's social media ban for children takes effect in world first
WhatsApp tests new 'chat history sharing' feature for group members
WhatsApp is testing a new feature that allows new group members to view up to 24 hours of chat history. Group admins can enable or disable it, ensuring end-to-end encryption for privacy.
Meta pledge to use less personal data for ads gets EU nod, avoids daily fines
Meta's proposal to reduce personal data use for targeted ads won EU approval, avoiding daily fines. The changes align with the Digital Markets Act, offering users more control over data.
Cricket remains the most searched topic on Google 2025 in Pakistan
Beyond sports, Pakistani viewers turned to local television dramas for entertainment. Popular titles such as Sher, Judwaa and Aas Paas drove significant search traffic
Pakistan touts investment potential for US businesses in tech, energy and minerals
“Pakistan presents profitable opportunities for US entrepreneurs, particularly in the fast-growing and lucrative IT, energy and minerals sectors,” Ambassador Rizwan Saeed Sheikh said
Clothing tycoon vows to 'give away' $3b company for proof Earth is flat
Despite having visual proof, many who subscribe to the flat Earth conspiracy theory believe this evidence is illegitimate or fake
Europe forges ahead with Big Tech crackdown with X fine, defying Trump
Europe forges ahead with Big Tech crackdown with X fine, defying Trump
Meta acquires AI-wearables startup Limitless
Meta acquired AI-wearables startup Limitless, maker of a pendant device that records and transcribes conversations. The move supports Meta’s focus on AI-powered consumer hardware and wearables.
US lawmakers press Google, Apple to remove apps tracking immigration agents
The House Homeland Security Committee has asked Google and Apple to explain actions taken to remove apps like ICEBlock, which track federal immigration officers, citing safety risks.
Apple, Google send new round of cyber threat notifications to users around world
Apple, Google send new round of cyber threat notifications to users around world
Punjab begins setting up labs to teach students artificial intelligence and robots
Punjab launches modern labs in public schools to teach AI and robotics, with province-wide expansion planned after pilot success, aiming to equip students with future-ready economic skills.
Cloudflare restores services after minor dashboard outage
Cloudflare restores services after minor dashboard outage
X hit with $140 million EU fine for breaching content rules, TikTok settles
X hit with $140 million EU fine for breaching content rules, TikTok settles
Pakistan hosts first industry-backed drone technology expo
Pakistan hosts first industry-backed drone technology expo
Amazon pays Italy 180 million euros to end tax, labour probe
Amazon’s Italian unit paid €180M and scrapped its delivery staff monitoring system, ending a probe into tax fraud and labor violations. The company settled similar investigations with over 30 firms.
Microsoft to lift productivity suite prices for businesses, governments
Microsoft will raise prices for Microsoft 365 plans globally starting July 2026, with sharp increases for small businesses and frontline workers. The hike reflects added features, including AI tools.
Robotic smart lamp can move, see, hear and even talk
Depending on the user's needs, he can adjust levels of light that are emitted from his 'eyes' and bring them closer, for when reading a book after nightfall for example.
Pakistan, Korea to strengthen cooperation in science, technology
The Minister emphasised the importance of the longstanding bilateral relations between Pakistan and the Republic of Korea
FTC examines whether TP-Link misled US consumers about its China split, source says
FTC examines whether TP-Link misled US consumers about its China split, source says
Mobile device registration to be temporarily suspended
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced a temporary halt in mobile device registration from midnight December 6 to the evening of December 7.
Britain fines adult website $1.3 mln over age checks failure
Britain fines adult website $1.3 mln over age checks failure
Snowflake shares fall on slower product revenue growth forecast for fourth quarter
Snowflake shares fall on slower product revenue growth forecast for fourth quarter
OpenAI agrees to acquire AI startup Neptune to boost model training capabilities
OpenAI has agreed to acquire Neptune, a startup that tracks AI model training, for less than $400M. The acquisition enhances OpenAI's AI model development tools, with a potential IPO planned for 2026.
Top astronaut removed from NASA mission after SpaceX 'classified' photos breach
The 54-year-old was scheduled to be part of the SpaceX Crew-12 mission, led by NASA, heading to the International Space Station (ISS) in early 2026.
Neuralink patients can now control robotic arms with their thoughts
Elon Musk claims brain chip could one day allow people to live in a robot body
Micron to exit consumer memory business amid global supply shortage
Micron to exit consumer memory business amid global supply shortage
India revokes order to preload cybersecurity app on smartphones after outcry
India revokes order to preload cybersecurity app on smartphones after outcry
Marvell shares jump as chipmaker bolsters AI ambitions with Celestial deal
Marvell shares jump as chipmaker bolsters AI ambitions with Celestial deal
High-speed internet rollout begins under Rs13 billion nationwide project
Pakistan has kicked off a Rs13 billion initiative to expand high-speed internet across 11 districts. The approved 9 mega projects will connect over 5.5 million people in urban and rural areas.
YouTube says it will comply with Australia's teen social media ban
YouTube will lock out users under 16 in Australia from December 10 due to a new social media law aimed at child safety. The move ends a standoff with the government, despite YouTube's concerns.
Saudi Space Agency announces launch of two student-built satellites
The competition aimed to provide students with practical experience in satellite design, construction, and operation, while developing their skills in science, technology, engineering
UN calls for action to counter digital violence as Pakistan Marks '16 Days of Activism'
The event, held at the Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), highlighted that nearly half of the world’s women and girls remain without legal protection from online abuse.
Artificial Intelligence could accelerate global inequality: UN report
Just as industrialization in the 19th century “split the world into a wealthy few and the impoverished”, the AI revolution could do the same.
IDC sees global smartphone shipments dipping in 2026 as memory costs bite
IDC sees global smartphone shipments dipping in 2026 as memory costs bite
Amazon to use Nvidia tech in AI chips, roll out new servers
Amazon to use Nvidia tech in AI chips, roll out new servers
Michael and Susan Dell to put $250 in investment accounts of 25 million U.S. children
Michael and Susan Dell to put $250 in investment accounts of 25 million U.S. children
Group of European banks announce euro stablecoin company called qivalis
Group of European banks announce euro stablecoin company called qivalis
Samsung unveils first multi-folding phone as competition set to heat up
Samsung launched its first multi-folding phone, the Galaxy Z TriFold, priced at $2,440. While it aims to drive growth in foldables, competition from Huawei and Apple may limit mass adoption
DeepSeek releases first AI capable of top score at maths Olympiad
DeepSeek has now made the model available to the public on the developer platforms Hugging Face and GitHub, allowing anyone to run or modify it for free.
Elon Musk reveals spouse, son's Indian connection
Musk said, “I am not sure if you know this, but my partner Shivon is half Indian”
Shein probed by Texas attorney general over labor practices, product safety
Shein probed by Texas attorney general over labor practices, product safety
Shopify down for thousands of users on Cyber Monday
Shopify down for thousands of users on Cyber Monday
NADRA introduces major regulatory reforms in identification system
NADRA has rolled out key regulatory reforms for Pakistan’s identification system, including verification boards, clearer rules for ID cards
Damaged Shenzhou-20 spacecraft to return to Earth uncrewed for inspection
The vessel's crew was forced to return to Earth in a different spaceship nine days later
Nvidia invests $2 billion in chip design software provider Synopsys
Nvidia invests $2 billion in chip design software provider Synopsys
Sinclair offers to buy E.W. Scripps in bid to expand broadcast TV reach
Sinclair offers to buy E.W. Scripps in bid to expand broadcast TV reach
Huawei launches first ever AI emotional support pet
Smart Hanhan is crafted as a soft, plush emotional-support companion rather than a traditional entertainment gadget.
Amazon and Google launch multicloud service for faster connectivity
Amazon and Google launched a joint multicloud networking service to offer faster, high-speed connections between their platforms. The service aims to prevent disruptions like the AWS outage in October
3,000 electric vehicle charging stations planned by 2030
These will be established through private sector participation, with oversight shared among the Ministry of Industries and Production
Stunning cosmic butterfly with glowing 'wings' snapped up to 3,800 light-years away
The mind-blowing display is actually an extremely hot white dwarf star that shed its outer layers of gas long ago.
Micron to invest $9.6 billion in Japan to build AI memory chip plant, Nikkei reports
Micron to invest $9.6 billion in Japan to build AI memory chip plant, Nikkei reports
CoinShares pulls plug on select crypto ETFs ahead of US listing
CoinShares pulls plug on select crypto ETFs ahead of US listing
Your smartphone can now stream live to Punjab Safe Cities Control Room
Punjab Safe Cities Authority allows citizens to stream live mobile camera footage to the control room for faster emergency response.
Google ditches EU antitrust complaint about Microsoft cloud amid EU probe
Google dropped EU antitrust complaint against Microsoft over cloud practices, following EU investigation into whether Microsoft and Amazon should be classified as 'gatekeepers' under new digital rules
Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court
Wingtech challenges Nexperia decisions at Netherlands' Supreme Court
EU to examine if Apple Ads and Maps subject to tough rules, Apple says no
EU to examine if Apple Ads and Maps subject to tough rules, Apple says no
French antitrust watchdog dismisses complaint filed against Microsoft
French antitrust watchdog dismisses complaint filed against Microsoft
China's tech giants move AI model training overseas to access Nvidia chips, FT reports
China's tech giants move AI model training overseas to access Nvidia chips, FT reports
Meta slams EU's 'aberrant' antitrust demands for data on Facebook
Meta has criticized EU antitrust regulators for 'aberrant' information requests during investigations, arguing they were disproportionate and intrusive.
Pakistan, Qatar eye strategic tech partnership to expand startup financing, deepen digital cooperation
As Pakistan seeks to integrate more deeply with these regional tech ecosystems, partnerships with development institutions such as Qatar Development Bank are viewed as critical for unlocking capital
PTA intensifies crackdown on illegal issuance of SIMs
These raids were conducted in Shahkot (District Nankana Sahib), Haveli Lakha (District Okara), and Yazman (District Bahawalpur), said a press release issued here on Wednesday.
Enhanced to list on Nasdaq in $1.2 billion SPAC deal
Enhanced to list on Nasdaq in $1.2 billion SPAC deal
EU Commission requests Shein to provide information on the sale of illegal products
EU Commission requests Shein to provide information on the sale of illegal products
EU Parliament pushes for age limits on social media to safeguard minors
EU Parliament pushes for age limits on social media to safeguard minors
Adecco says joint venture with Salesforce can help reduce AI bubble risks
Adecco says joint venture with Salesforce can help reduce AI bubble risks
OpenAI projects 220 million paying ChatGPT users by 2030
OpenAI projects 220 million ChatGPT subscribers by 2030, with its revenue expected to reach $20B by year-end. Despite growth, the company faces mounting losses, partly from R&D costs.
Scientists 'astonished' as moss survives nine months in space
‘Most living organisms cannot survive even briefly in the vacuum of space,’ says researcher
TSMC files lawsuit against former executive on security concerns
TSMC files lawsuit against former executive on security concerns
Meta in talks to spend billions on Google's chips, The Information reports
Meta in talks to spend billions on Google's chips, The Information reports
Panasonic's energy unit to supply auto batteries to Amazon's Zoox from 2026
Panasonic's energy unit to supply auto batteries to Amazon's Zoox from 2026
Alibaba revenue tops estimates with strong instant retail, AI push
Alibaba revenue tops estimates with strong instant retail, AI push
Netflix sends off 'Stranger Things' with bike rides and product blitz
Netflix sends off 'Stranger Things' with bike rides and product blitz
Apple cuts jobs across sales team
Apple is cutting jobs across its sales teams to enhance customer engagement, impacting account managers and staff handling government and institutional clients.
Tech companies tap debt markets to fund AI and cloud expansion
Tech companies tap debt markets to fund AI and cloud expansion
Amazon pledges up to $50 billion to expand AI, supercomputing for US government
Amazon pledges up to $50 billion to expand AI, supercomputing for US government
Dutch authority RDW to test Tesla's FSD in February
Dutch authority RDW to test Tesla's FSD in February
China to launch Shenzhou-22 spacecraft on November 25, state media reports
The Shenzhou-22 will be launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China
Chinese humanoid robot's three-day walk sets world record
Shanghai-based robot maker says its two-legged ambler "navigated varied surfaces... all while adhering to traffic regulations" during its 66-mile journey
DoubleLine wary of AI funding wave that could alter US high-grade debt market
DoubleLine wary of AI funding wave that could alter US high-grade debt market
Govt to establish federal cybersecurity authority amid rising digital threats
Government to form National Cybersecurity Authority to protect critical infrastructure, address cyberattacks, and strengthen digital security.
Snap offers Australians bank-linked age proof tool ahead of teen social media ban
Snap will allow Australian users to verify their age through bank-linked software or a selfie tool to comply with Australia's social media ban for children under 16, effective December 10.
Odd-looking rock on Mars is totally alien to the Red Planet, Perseverance rover finds
Analysis of the rock revealed it has a high concentration of iron and nickel, which is unusual in Martian rocks.
US endorses female crash test dummy – for first time in history
This comes as women are 73% more likely to be injured in a head-on crash and 17% more likely to be killed in a car crash than men.
UAE announces $1 billion initiative to expand AI in Africa
UAE announces $1 billion initiative to expand AI in Africa
US mulls letting Nvidia sell H200 chips to China, sources say
US mulls letting Nvidia sell H200 chips to China, sources say
Watch: Pakistan activates high-speed SEA-ME-WE 6 cable, unlocking 4 Tbps internet boost
Pakistan activates 4 Tbps from the new SEA-ME-WE 6 submarine cable, boosting speed, resilience and global digital connectivity.
PTCL fast-tracks acquisition of Telenor ahead of 5G spectrum auction
PTCL accelerates steps to acquire Telenor before the 5G auction, with PTA expected to issue an NOC by 30 November; full merger may take up to 18 months.
Dutch firm unveils wave-power turbines to generate cheap electricity
A Dutch company, Symphony Wave Power, has introduced a turbine that generates electricity using ocean waves and can operate at the depth of just 20 metres
US mulls letting Nvidia sell H200 chips to China
The Trump administration is considering allowing Nvidia's H200 AI chips to be sold to China, despite concerns over national security. This comes amid a U.S.-China tech truce and trade détente.
Cloudflare pinpoints system glitch that knocked major websites offline worldwide
Cloudflare identified an internal bot-management system glitch — triggered by a database change — as the cause of a global outage that affected major websites like X
Bitcoin and other crypto assets sink in flight from risk
Bitcoin and other crypto assets sink in flight from risk
Google aims to dodge breakup of ad business as antitrust trial wraps
Google aims to dodge breakup of ad business as antitrust trial wraps
VinFast's quarterly revenue jumps on strong deliveries, taps debt to fuel expansion
VinFast's quarterly revenue jumps on strong deliveries, taps debt to fuel expansion
Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan agree to strengthen digital collaboration, regional connectivity
IT minister advocates for regional digital cooperation at CAREC conference
UK fraud office probes $28 million cryptocurrency collapse
UK fraud office probes $28 million cryptocurrency collapse
AI boom brings fresh risks to US markets, and more money to M&A
AI boom brings fresh risks to US markets, and more money to M&A
Verizon cutting more than 13,000 jobs as it restructures
Verizon cutting more than 13,000 jobs as it restructures
PTA fines telecom companies millions over poor service quality
PTA has fined telecom operators Rs68.9 million over five years for poor service. Thousands of mobile sites face network issues, while KP, Balochistan, and Gilgit-Baltistan suffer low-quality coverage.
Trump considering executive order to preempt state AI laws
Trump considering executive order to preempt state AI laws
Tipping point or bubble? Nvidia CEO sees AI transformation while skeptics count the risks
Tipping point or bubble? Nvidia CEO sees AI transformation while skeptics count the risks
IT minister in Bishkek to promote digital connectivity with CAREC states
“The federal minister will participate in the signing ceremony of B2B MoUs between Pakistani companies and CAREC member countries,” the IT ministry said.
Investors pull record $523 million from BlackRock's flagship bitcoin ETF
Investors pull record $523 million from BlackRock's flagship bitcoin ETF
Larry Summers resigns from OpenAI board after Epstein emails
Larry Summers resigns from OpenAI board after Epstein emails
Investors pull record $523 million from BlackRock's flagship bitcoin ETF
Investors pull record $523 million from BlackRock's flagship bitcoin ETF
Nokia targets profit boost by 2028 with new AI-focused strategy
Nokia targets profit boost by 2028 with new AI-focused strategy
Bubble or breakout? Nvidia earnings put AI boom under the microscope
Bubble or breakout? Nvidia earnings put AI boom under the microscope
Gemini 3: Google introduces next-generation AI model
Gemini 3 demonstrates significant improvements in logical reasoning and advanced thinking capabilities.
Google DeepMind to open new AI research lab in Singapore
Google DeepMind is opening a new AI research lab in Singapore, focusing on collaboration in education, healthcare, and science. The lab aims to tap into Southeast Asia's high AI adoption rates.
Gaming platform Roblox adds feature to protect kids from online predators
The big change follows a recent investigation by ITV News that revealed how children are exposed to extremist content within user-created games available through Roblox.
Global internet outage triggers PTA response as Cloudflare suffers major glitch
A worldwide disruption in internet services caused by a technical fault in Cloudflare’s systems left millions unable to access platforms like X and ChatGPT.
Intuit strikes $100 million deal to integrate OpenAI models into financial tools
Intuit strikes $100 million deal to integrate OpenAI models into financial tools
Italy considers 5G telecoms licence extensions with lower costs tied to investment pledges
Italy considers 5G telecoms licence extensions with lower costs tied to investment pledges
Bitcoin slides below $90,000 as traders grow cautious
Bitcoin slides below $90,000 as traders grow cautious
Cloudflare restores services after outage impacts thousands of internet users
Cloudflare, a cloud computing firm, says it found "no evidence that this was result of attack or caused by malicious activity"
Elon Musk's X down for thousands of US users, Downdetector shows
Elon Musk's X down for thousands of US users, Downdetector shows
PTA alerts citizens about legal risks of sharing SIM cards
PTA warns against sharing SIM cards, as criminal activities may be linked to your name. Check registered SIMs under your CNIC via PTA’s website or SMS 668, and block any unknown SIMs.
Amazon to raise $15 billion in first US bond sale in three years to fund AI push
Amazon plans to raise $15B through a bond sale to fund growing AI infrastructure needs as tech giants boost spending. Demand hit $80B, reflecting strong investor interest.
Poco F8 series set for global debut on November 26
Early reports indicate that the series will contain three models: the Poco F8, Poco F8 Pro, and Poco F8 Ultra.
New study suggests early Mars hosted conditions suitable for life
New research indicates that early Martian volcanoes supported conditions suitable for microbial life
Three-day world space conference begins in Islamabad today
“ICAST-2025 is expected to be one of the largest space-related gatherings in the region, drawing more than 2,000 participants, including over 70 international delegates from 25 countries across Asia
Pakistan working on 100 Mbps baseline internet speeds, fibre connectivity for 10m homes: IT minister
She said connectivity is no longer a luxury but a “lifeline,” and noted that Pakistan’s fast-growing digital economy and strong ICT sector are central to the country’s future growth.
ICT exports surge 19.5pc as sector posts record four-month performance
From July to October FY 2025–26, ICT export remittances rose to US$1.443 billion — the highest four-month figure ever recorded.
BofA says AI is boosting bankers' productivity, revenue
BofA says AI is boosting bankers' productivity, revenue
Apple intensifies succession planning for CEO Tim Cook, FT reports
Apple intensifies succession planning for CEO Tim Cook, FT reports
EDF, OpCore to develop 4-billion-euro data centre in France
EDF, OpCore to develop 4-billion-euro data centre in France
Oman becomes world's first to offer lightning-fast Wi-Fi 7 for passengers
Oman has become the world’s first airport operator to introduce Wi-Fi 7, offering faster and more secure connectivity across terminals. The upgrade, launched with Huawei
Patients rate AI as warmer, more empathic than doctors
Tools like ChatGPT edged out doctors and nurses by roughly two points on 10-point empathy scales.
Influencers turning to chatbots to add cute animals to their photos
Several social media stars have started using chatbots to add cute animals to their photos, ranging from fluffy bunnies to huge horses.
PTA says new licensing process designed to regularise secure and lawful VPN services
Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has begun issuing VPN licences under revived CVAS-Data framework.
Google offers EU to change adtech policy, no divestment
Google has offered changes to ad tech to address EU antitrust concerns, avoiding a breakup. The proposal aims to end conflicts of interest, offering more flexibility for publishers and advertisers.
Apple lowers App Store commissions for 'mini apps'
Apple will lower commissions to 15% for 'mini apps' on iPhones if developers use age declaration technology. The move, tied to age verification, comes amid disputes with states and rivals like Meta.
Blue Origin launches NASA Mars mission and nails booster landing
Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin successfully launched its New Glenn rocket on Thursday with NASA twin spacecraft destined for Mars aboard.
Verizon to cut about 15,000 jobs as it restructures, source says
Verizon to cut about 15,000 jobs as it restructures, source says
Disney warns of potentially long dispute with YouTube TV, shares fall
Disney warns of potentially long dispute with YouTube TV, shares fall
Disney revenue hit by cable weakness, overshadowing gains in parks and streaming
Disney revenue hit by cable weakness, overshadowing gains in parks and streaming
Siemens shares fall on earnings concerns despite sales outlook hike
Siemens shares fall on earnings concerns despite sales outlook hike
Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China
Top Democrats slam Trump for delaying export curbs on China
China's Baidu unveils new AI processors, supercomputing products
Baidu unveiled two new AI semiconductors, M100 and M300, for Chinese companies, amid US export restrictions. The company also launched supernode products and an upgraded Ernie language model.
PTA launches licensing process for VPN service providers under CVAS regime
PTA has started licensing VPN service providers under the reinstated CVAS-Data regime, granting licenses to companies like Steer Lucid, Crest VPN, and Kestrel VPN to offer secure, lawful services.
Developer fee cuts not passed on to EU users, Apple says
Apple criticized the EU's Digital Markets Act, claiming lower developer fees haven't led to lower prices for users. A study showed developers kept or raised prices despite fee reductions.
World's first microwave-powered computer chip: much faster, consumes less power than conventional CPUs
A new kind of processor that uses microwaves can be used in future AI systems or in wireless communications, a new study shows.
Govt to roll out Rs4.5bn plan to train 7,200 IT professionals: minister
IT Minister Shaza Fatima highlights AI’s national security role and workforce development initiatives at Margalla Dialogue 2025
Spain's top prosecutor defends his innocence in leak trial
Spain's top prosecutor defends his innocence in leak trial
Irish media regulator opens investigation into Musk's X
Irish media regulator opens investigation into Musk's X
Crypto exchange Coinbase to reincorporate in Texas, exit Delaware
Crypto exchange Coinbase to reincorporate in Texas, exit Delaware
Wall St regulator to consider crypto token classification, chair says
Wall St regulator to consider crypto token classification, chair says
OpenAI fights order to turn over millions of ChatGPT conversations
OpenAI fights order to turn over millions of ChatGPT conversations
Circle quarterly profit beats estimates on stablecoin growth
Circle quarterly profit beats estimates on stablecoin growth
Yield-bearing crypto assets poised to grow after regulatory clarity, report says
Yield-bearing crypto assets poised to grow after regulatory clarity, report says
Wikipedia founder Wales wants Big Tech to pay for training AI
Wikipedia founder Wales wants Big Tech to pay for training AI
Big tech stops complaining, starts complying with Australia's teen social media ban
Australia's new law, effective Dec 10, bans minors under 16 from using social media. Platforms like TikTok and Meta will deactivate accounts, using age verification software to enforce compliance.
Big tech stops complaining, starts complying with Australia's teen social media ban
Australia's new law, effective Dec 10, bans minors under 16 from using social media. Platforms like TikTok and Meta will deactivate accounts, using age verification software to enforce compliance.
Parents fear AI chatbots grooming their children
“This AI chatbot perfectly mimicked the predatory behaviour of a human groomer, systematically stealing our child’s trust and innocence.”
Punjab taking strides in digital transformation, says minister
It introduces e-governance, open data access, and digital monitoring systems which are enhancing transparency, efficiency, and public participation in governance.
SoFi rolls out crypto trading as digital asset gold rush draws lenders
SoFi rolls out crypto trading as digital asset gold rush draws lenders
Santander's digital lender Openbank launches crypto trading in Spain
Santander's digital lender Openbank launches crypto trading in Spain
Vodafone to increase dividend for first time in eight years
Vodafone to increase dividend for first time in eight years
SoftBank profit more than doubles to $16.6 billion on OpenAI gains
SoftBank profit more than doubles to $16.6 billion on OpenAI gains
China's BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad in 2026, Citi says
China’s BYD aims to sell up to 1.6 million vehicles abroad in 2026, Citi says
Space food made from astronaut pee to be tested aboard the ISS
Solein protein powder could sustain space explorers on Mars missions
Punjab promoting science, technology for sustainable future: CM
Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz has said that science paves the way for prosperity, peace, and a sustainable future.
Canada loses measles elimination status after three decades
Canada loses measles elimination status after three decades
EU explores banning Huawei, ZTE Corp from mobile networks of member countries, Bloomberg News reports
EU explores banning Huawei, ZTE Corp from mobile networks of member countries, Bloomberg News reports
Fed policymakers divided over need for more rate cuts
Fed policymakers divided over need for more rate cuts
OpenAI considers consumer health tools in push beyond core AI offerings, Business Insider reports
OpenAI considers consumer health tools in push beyond core AI offerings, Business Insider reports
Travel booking platform Klook reveals robust revenue growth in US IPO filing
Travel booking platform Klook reveals robust revenue growth in US IPO filing
Thailand approves $3.1 billion of data centre investments
Thailand approved four data center projects worth $3.1B and measures to fast-track stalled investments worth $9.2B, aiming to boost investor confidence and economic growth, says BOI.
Over 1m people each week discuss suicide with ChatGPT
The findings suggest a growing number of vulnerable people are turning to artificial intelligence during mental health crises.
Robotic chair concept looks like a crab and can carry you around the house
Developed by Toyota, the Walk Me prototype features four foldable legs and a seat designed to support proper posture.
NASA's quiet supersonic plane makes history with first test flight
According to Lockheed Martin’s specifications, the X-59 has a top speed of Mach 1.4, or 925 mph (1,489 km/h), which is almost twice as fast as a Boeing 747.
Italy's banks back digital euro, want costs spread over time
Italy's banks back digital euro, want costs spread over time
Nvidia CEO Huang sees strong demand for Blackwell chips
Nvidia CEO Huang sees strong demand for Blackwell chips
OpenAI's Altman urges US to expand Chips Act tax credit for AI growth
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman urges the U.S. to expand eligibility for the Chips Act tax credit to AI server production and data centers, supporting AI growth. No federal bailout for AI, says White House.
Berkshire warns of AI deepfakes impersonating Warren Buffett
Berkshire warns of AI deepfakes impersonating Warren Buffett
'GTA VI' delay to November 2026 allows Take-Two potentially bigger launch, analysts say
'GTA VI' delay to November 2026 allows Take-Two potentially bigger launch, analysts say
European Commission, Shein to meet after French call for investigation
European Commission, Shein to meet after French call for investigation
Jack Dorsey-led Block's shares fall amid concerns over Square profitability
Jack Dorsey-led Block's shares fall amid concerns over Square profitability
