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Meta’s Thread service surpasses 150 million monthly users

California: Meta's introduction of Threads, a service akin to Twitter has seen its monthly user base surpass 150 million according to reports.This announcement was...

Spotify’s profits surge despite marketing cutbacks

Spotify, the renowned music streaming platform reported record-breaking quarterly gross profits exceeding 1 billion euros. However, this milestone came with a trade-off as the...

Tesla implements large scale downsizing, dismisses growth team

California: Tesla, the American multinational automotive and energy company has recently laid off a team of about 40 employees.According to international media reports, Tesla...

Google fires another 20 employees protesting against contract with Israel

New York: Google has terminated the employment of another 20 employees who protested against the contract with Israel.Representatives of a group of Google employees...

US Senate approves partial restrictions on TikTok

Washington: The US Senate has approved a bill imposing partial restrictions on the social media platform TikTok.Reacting to the move, the social media company...

Government decision to establish NDC and DPA

Islamabad: The decision has been made to establish the National Digital Commission (NDC) and Digital Pakistan Authority (DPA).This decision by the federal government is...

TikTok Lite’s reward program faces suspension in Europe

The European Commission has issued a warning to TikTok regarding its TikTok Lite app. The EU executive has given TikTok a deadline of 24...

‘Rouh Al-Saudi’ portal for information on Saudi Arabian places

Riyadh: The Saudi Tourism Authority has introduced a portal titled 'Rouh Al-Saudi' (Visit Saudi Arabia) to provide information about Saudi Arabian destinations.According to the...

Using WhatsApp without internet is possible with specific conditions

WhatsApp has been the go-to social application for smartphone users to communicate with their loved ones. However, the reliance on Wi-Fi or mobile data...

IT exports of Pakistan up by $339 million

Pakistan's IT exports have surged to a remarkable $339 million, setting a new record.The Ministry of IT reports that from July 2023 to March...

New Microsoft AI makes pictures speak

A new artificial intelligence tool from Microsoft is blurring the line between what's real and what's not. The technology, known as VASA-1, can take...

Amazon advertising executive transitions to new role

Colleen Aubrey, a key figure within Amazon.com's advertising division is embarking on a new chapter in her career at the tech giant. After nearly...

Elon Musk teases Tesla’s full self-driving potential in China

Elon Musk, the visionary leader of Tesla, has hinted at the imminent arrival of Tesla's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology in China. In response to...

WhatsApp introducing new feature to boost business efficiency

WhatsApp is set to launch a notable feature aimed at enhancing the experience for business users as reported by WABetaInfo.The upcoming feature currently being...

US house of representatives approves bill imposing restrictions on TikTok

The United States House of Representatives has passed a bill imposing restrictions on the popular social media application TikTok.According to international media reports, the...

Blackview unveils affordable foldable phone, hero 10 set to surpass Nubia flip’s price record

Get ready for a game-changer in the world of foldable phones as Blackview prepares to launch the Hero 10, poised to become the cheapest...

Google rolls back minimum wage and benefits rules for suppliers and staffing firms

Alphabet Inc's Google announced on Friday its decision to eliminate requirements for US suppliers and staffing firms to pay their employees a minimum wage...

Netflix faces investor concerns as it halts sharing subscriber data

Netflix announced its decision to cease sharing subscriber additions and average revenue per member from 2025. This decision has sparked concerns among investors about...

Meta introduces new free AI assistant in its applications

The American technology company Meta has introduced a new and free AI assistant in its applications aiming to simplify users interactions.According to reports from...

Netflix acquires digital rights for ‘Pushpa 2’ film

The online streaming platform Netflix has secured the digital rights for the South Indian superstar Allu Arjun's film 'Pushpa 2'.Following the tremendous success of...

Pakistanis downloaded over 3.5 billion mobile apps in 2023

In 2023, Pakistanis downloaded over 3.5 billion mobile apps, according to Data Darbar.The report from Sama reveals insights into Pakistan's digital trends and consumer...

Google announces layoffs following employee protests, impact and repercussions

Following the dismissal of 28 protesting employees, Google management has announced further layoffs, affecting numerous sectors within the organization.The recent wave of layoffs comes...

YouTube’s decision against users avoiding ads

YouTube, the popular video streaming platform has announced its intention to introduce a feature aimed at combating ad blockers on mobile devices.According to YouTube,...

Google fires 26 employees protesting against Israeli government deal

Google has terminated 26 employees who protested against a deal with the Israeli government. The tech giant along with Amazon recently signed a contract...

Elon Musk to take money from X users?

Elon Musk has proposed introducing a small fee for new users on the social media platform X to tackle the issue of bots.He believes...

Analyzing growth trends of Netflix subscribers

Netflix's earnings report on Thursday is anticipated with heightened interest especially after experiencing two consecutive quarters of significant subscriber growth. However, analysts are cautious...

Intel launches AI chips tailored for China

Intel has announced the release of two AI chips specifically designed for the Chinese market. Scheduled for launch in June and September respectively, the...

Snapchat takes action, introduces watermark to identify AI-generated images

As AI technology advances, detecting AI-generated content becomes increasingly challenging.To address this, Snapchat is considering implementing a watermark on AI-created images, such as a...

High court issues notice to government and PTA over Twitter ban

The Peshawar High Court has taken a significant step regarding the ban on Twitter in Pakistan. Following a petition filed against the suspension of...

PTA takes action, blocking 1.25 million URLs for posting offensive content

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) informed the Sindh High Court that over 1.25 million web addresses have been blocked for sharing objectionable content. Out...

AMD introduces AI chips for business laptops and PCs

Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) continues to make strides with its latest announcement unveiling a new series of semiconductors tailored for artificial intelligence (AI)-enabled business...

WhatsApp introduces new feature for web users

New York- WhatsApp owned by Meta has been consistently working on improving its web interface since last year. The messaging app has recently announced...

WhatsApp welcomes Meta AI, transforms conversations with real-time assistance

It seems Meta, the parent company of Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has launched Meta AI within WhatsApp, offering users real-time information, jokes, trip planning,...

Elon Musk’s Tesla decides to lay off 15,000 employees

California: Tesla, the major American company known for manufacturing electric vehicles has made the decision to lay off approximately 15,000 employees worldwide due to...

Google’s decision to discontinue VPN service

California: Technology giant Google has decided to discontinue the VPN feature in its Google One service.According to emails presented to Android Authority, the feature...

Instagram tests feature to hide explicit content

New York: Instagram has initiated testing a feature aimed at concealing or blurring explicit videos and images on its platform.Instagram confirmed that the trial...

Anticipation builds as Huawei teases launch of new smartphone

Chinese tech giant Huawei has stirred excitement among smartphone enthusiasts by allowing customers to register their interest in an upcoming smartphone model hinting at...

Meta begins testing AI chat bots in social media platforms

Meta, the parent company of popular social media platforms such as WhatsApp, Messenger and Instagram has initiated testing of chat bots based on Artificial...

Google to close down VPN feature – but why?

Technology giant Google has decided to discontinue its VPN feature in the Google One service.An email obtained by Android Authority revealed that the feature...

Social media site ‘Facebook’ helps woman find missing husband

New York: An American woman successfully found her missing husband with the help of Facebook's 'Meta' platform within a day.Ashley Megawyer who hails from...

TikTok decides to launch app to rival Instagram

Beijing: Video-sharing application TikTok has decided to launch an app to compete with Instagram.According to TikTok, the company is working on a dedicated app...

BBC launches independent media company for India amidst tax raids

The British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) has established a separate media company for India, known as the 'Collective Newsroom', following raids by Income Tax officials...

Spotify unveils AI-powered playlist creation feature

In a move to revolutionize playlist creation and enhance user experience, Spotify has introduced a new AI-driven feature aimed at personalized playlist curation.Building upon...

PTA announces establishment of district-level mobile network companies in Pakistan

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has unveiled plans to establish district-level mobile network companies across the country, marking a pivotal decision aimed at enhancing...

Twitter initiates deletion of bot accounts

New York: Twitter has commenced the deletion of bot or automated accounts from its platform.In a blog post on the microblogging website Twitter, it...

Meta’s decision to label AI-generated content

California: Meta has decided that starting May 2024, all images and videos posted on Facebook, Instagram and Threads that are based on Artificial Intelligence...

Legal Battle unfolds as apple challenges import ban on apple watches

Apple has taken its fight against a U.S. trade tribunal's decision to ban imports of certain Apple Watches to the U.S. Court of Appeals...

Introducing Facebook’s TikTok inspired feature “Video Player”

Meta has introduced a new feature on the world's most popular website, Facebook called the "Video Player" reminiscent of TikTok integration.According to international news...

Contemplating charges for users utilizing Google’s AI search engine

California: As billions of individuals worldwide access Google Search to obtain information free of charge, a paradigm shift may be on the horizon as...

Smartphone prices decreases in Pakistan

Exciting news for tech lovers in Pakistan as the prices of nearly twenty smartphones have dropped significantly, with reductions of up to Rs10,000.This positive...

WhatsApp introduces picture-in-picture mode

WhatsApp, owned by Meta, has a new feature: picture-in-picture for videos. Now you can watch videos and chat at the same time.This update makes...

Meta to give money to Threads users

Meta users may soon be paid for creating highly popular Threads posts through an exclusive bonus program.According to reports, Meta is launching a program...

Spotify set to increase prices in Pakistan soon

Spotify is planning to raise prices in several markets, including Pakistan, the UK, and Australia, according to International media sources.The increase is expected to...

Meta under fire for purportedly sharing Facebook users’ private messages with Netflix

Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is facing criticism on social media over allegations that it shared users' private messages with Netflix. According to...

Google agrees to delete incognito search data, resolving privacy lawsuit

Google has reached a settlement in a lawsuit accusing the company of tracking millions of users who believed they were browsing the internet privately.According...

Data theft from 24 million websites hosting .PK domains

New York: The cybersecurity company "Kaspersky" has revealed that the data of 24 million websites hosting ".PK" domains has been stolen.According to "Kaspersky Digital...

Amazon’s initiative to empower startups with AI credits

Amazon Web Service (AWS) has expanded its free credits program to cover the costs of using major AI models. This move aimed at nurturing...

Google’s AI revolutionizes online shopping experience

Google has unveiled new artificially intelligent features that promise to revolutionize the way we shop.The tech giant's latest innovation includes an AI image generation...

TikTok’s new science feed inspires youth through STEM

TikTok has taken a progressive step towards promoting education and career exploration among the youth. Recently, the platform launched a dedicated science, technology, engineering...

Instagram prepares to introduce new feature for users

New York: Instagram is set to introduce a new feature called 'Blend' for the convenience of its users.Under the ownership of Meta, the photo...

Response sought from PTA on application filed for restoration of X

Lahore: Lahore High Court has demanded a response from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on the petition filed for the restoration of the social...

Warning! Hackers exploit 12 new chat apps for data theft

Islamabad: Hackers have begun using 12 new chat applications for information theft.According to sources, the Cabinet Division has sent a notification to all federal...

TikTok removes 18.5 million videos in Pakistan

TikTok, the popular short-form video platform, has taken decisive action against a significant number of videos in Pakistan, removing a staggering 18.5 million videos...

High court seeks response from parties in Twitter suspension case

The Lahore High Court made a significant move in the case concerning the suspension of the social media app Twitter by summoning the parties...

Apple’s anticipated launch, new iPad pro expected in May

As the tech world eagerly awaits the next iteration of Apple's iPad lineup, recent reports suggest that the wait may soon be over. According...

Google urges Chrome users to update browser amid cyber attack warning

Technology behemoth Google has issued a stark warning to millions of Chrome users, urging them to promptly update their browsers following the detection of...

Pakistani researcher makes strides in artificial vision with neuromorphic sensor development

A significant breakthrough has been achieved in artificial vision technology by Pakistani researcher Dr. Ali Imran and Prof. Xu Mingsheng, who have collaborated with...

Elon Musk’s xAI startup set to launch enhanced chatbot ‘Grok’

Elon Musk, owner of Neuralink, made headlines for successfully implanting a brain chip into a human brain. Now, he's launching an upgraded chatbot through...

YouTube introduces “Members Only Shorts” for paid subscribers

YouTube has unveiled an exciting new feature tailored exclusively for its paying subscribers "Members Only Shorts." This latest addition to the platform is designed...

WhatsApp enhances status feature, introducing one minute video status

WhatsApp has rolled out a highly anticipated feature that will undoubtedly delight its users, the ability to post longer videos on their status. In...

Apple’s attempt to develop apple watch for android ends in failure

Apple's ambitious endeavour to create compatibility between its renowned Apple Watch and Android smartphones has come to an end after a strenuous three-year effort....

LinkedIn takes page from TikTok with new video feed feature

LinkedIn, the professional networking platform is stepping up its game by introducing a TikTok-like short-form video feed. This move follows the footsteps of giants...

LinkedIn to introduce short video trend inspired by TikTok

LinkedIn is venturing into short-form video content, following the trend popularized by TikTok, as part of its efforts to modernize and meet user preferences.The...

Introducing new features in Google Maps

California: Google has announced the introduction of several new features for its popular service, Google Maps.The company has announced that it is making it...

Amazon loses court battle over EU tech rules advertising clause

The European Union's top court upheld EU regulators requirement regarding online advertising under the Digital Services Act (DSA). Despite Amazon's objections, the Court of...

Samsung Galaxy introduces AI integration across device range

Samsung Galaxy is set to expand its AI features beyond the acclaimed Galaxy S24 series introducing them to other devices starting March 28. This...

Hearing on restoration of X postponed until April 2

Lahore: The Lahore High Court has postponed the hearing on various petitions for the restoration of X (formerly Twitter) until April 2.In the Lahore...

European Union’s decision on tech giants research

The European Union (EU) has recently made a significant decision regarding the inclusion of tech giants Apple, Google and Meta (formerly Facebook) in its...

Dell implements workforce reductions amid cost-cutting measures

Dell Technologies recently announced workforce reductions as part of a broader strategy aimed at cutting costs, according to a filing released on Monday. The...

Elon Musk’s X Corp Unsuccessful in Lawsuit Against Hate Speech Watchdog

US Judge Dismisses Elon Musk's Lawsuit Against Nonprofit Accusing Him of Facilitating Hate Speech Surge on X Social Media PlatformJudge Charles Breyer of US...

Hearing on petition against suspension of X postponed

The Lahore High Court postponed the hearing on a petition against the suspension of X (formerly Twitter) until after Eid al-Fitr.Justice Shahid Bilal Hassan...

Apple releases new security update for users

California: Tech giant Apple has released a new security update for several of its products.The company has rolled out the new update version 17.4.1,...

Why Elon Musk wants to merge human brains with AI? (As per Musk)

Elon Musk's interest in merging human brains with AI through Neuralink stems from a significant concern: the potential dominance of AI over humanity.This apprehension...

WhatsApp introduces Insta-like image editing features

Meta-owned WhatsApp is set to revolutionize image editing with the introduction of new features reminiscent of Instagram's popular editing tools.In the latest beta release...

Instagram outage, service restored after disruption

Meta Platforms Instagram, one of the leading social media platforms globally experienced a significant outage that disrupted services for several hours on Thursday as...

Apple explores AI collaboration with Baidu for Chinese Market

According to a report by the Wall Street Journal, Apple has engaged in initial discussions with Baidu regarding the integration of the Chinese tech...

Musk’s Neuralink breakthroughs overshadowed by allegations of animal cruelty

Neuralink, Elon Musk's venture aiming to create groundbreaking brain-computer interface technology, faces criticism for its treatment of animals during research.Reports reveal that over 1,500...

WhatsApp status gets upgrade: Share videos up to 1 minute

WhatsApp has announced a big change: now users can share 1-minute video status updates, aiming to improve user experience.This upgrade comes after WhatsApp made...

US government files lawsuit against Apple over smartphone market monopoly

The United States government has initiated legal action against technology giant Apple, alleging the establishment of a monopoly within the smartphone market. The lawsuit,...

Suspension of X: PTA, government and relevant authorities summoned for answers

Peshawar: The court has sought answers from PTA, the government and relevant authorities regarding the suspension of X (Twitter) in response to a petition...

Google introduces AI tool to analyze football matches like pro

Google's artificial intelligence division, 'DeepMind' has unveiled a tool capable of analyzing football matches akin to a seasoned football expert, predicting outcomes of corner...

Google fined by EU for violating intellectual property laws

France's competition commission has levied a fine of €25 million on Google for violating European Union intellectual property laws.According to reports, concerns were raised...

Google celebrates Nowruz 2024 with special doodle

Google, the ubiquitous search engine has once again captured the essence of a cultural celebration with its latest doodle. This time it pays homage...

Tencent reports lowest annual profit in 3 years despite tech sector resilience

Chinese tech juggernaut Tencent revealed its lowest annual profit since 2019, marking a significant downturn despite recent economic stabilization and regulatory relaxations within China's...

Google’s AI to be part of iPhones soon

Google's ground-breaking Artificial Intelligence (AI) engine is set to integrate into iPhones in the near future.According to a report by Bloomberg, discussions are underway...

Meta investigated for selling drugs illegally: report

The Wall Street Journal reported on Saturday that US authorities are investigating Meta for its involvement in the illegal sale of medications.Based on information...

Amnesty International demands immediate restoration of ‘X’

Lahore: Amnesty International has urged the government to immediately restore access to the social media platform 'X' (Twitter).According to reports, Amnesty International along with...

WhatsApp restricts profile picture screenshots

WhatsApp has introduced a new functionality for Android users aimed at preventing them from capturing screenshots of others' profile pictures, emphasizing the company's dedication...

Cyber experts warn android users

Milan- Cyber experts have alerted Android users about a hidden threat in their phones which can steal their information without their knowledge.The experts have...

Brazil imposes ban on using Facebook Meta name

São Paulo- Brazilian Meta Computer Services Company has won a case against the use of the name Facebook Meta.According to foreign media reports, In...