Sci-Tech

Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has stressed the need of taking advantage from modern emerging technologies to ensure prosperity and development of the country.  Addressing a discussion session of “Margalla Dialogue” in Islamabad today, she said Artificial Intelligence is not just related to IT, technology, or…

Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja has said that Google will manufacture approximately 600,000 Chromebooks each year in Pakistan. Speaking to the media in Islamabad, she said Google has completed its registration in Pakistan and plans to open its office in the country soon. Shaza Fatima said…

Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja said on Wednesday that Pakistan’s telecom and digital sectors had shown impressive growth in recent years, making the country one of Asia’s fastest-emerging digital economies. Speaking at the 26th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council (SATRC-26), she said Pakistan…

Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima has said the government will soon unveil 5G spectrum policy. Addressing the 26th meeting of South Asia Telecommunication Regulators Council in Islamabad today, she said Pakistan will be auctioning over 600 MHz of spectrum that will not only improve the current 3G and 4G…

Kaspersky’s Global Research and Analysis Team (GReAT) have uncovered an ongoing cyberespionage PassiveNeuron campaign, that targets Windows Server systems in government, financial and industrial organizations across Asia, Africa and Latin America. The activity has been observed since December 2024 and continued through August 2025. After six months of inactivity, PassiveNeuron…

Pakistan has invited social media giant Meta to collaborate in the areas of artificial intelligence ethics, digital safety and e-commerce standards to promote digital entrepreneurship. The invitation has been extended during a meeting of Minister for Commerce Jam Kamal Khan with a Meta delegation,  led by its’s Director for Public…

Minister for Information Technology Shaza Fatima has said the government’s focus will remain on emerging technologies to drive progress. Speaking at an event in Islamabad today, she highlighted that ninety-eight of federal government and its ministries have successfully transitioned to the e-office system. She also pointed out that the judicial…

The “ABU Media and Culture Days” Conference commenced in Colombo, Sri Lanka on Sunday, bringing together media professionals, policymakers, and experts from across the Asia-Pacific region. The two-day event focuses on assessing the opportunities and potential risks associated with the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in media. The conference also…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched Inspire Initiative to nurture semiconductor professionals for industry research and education.   Speaking at the launch ceremony in Islamabad today (Tuesday), he described the program as a critical need of the hour. He highlighted that the youth are the nation’s asset and underscored the importance…

Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif has said the government is working on priority basis to promote Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence. Presiding over a meeting in Lahore today on promotion of Artificial Intelligence, he said the government wants to utilize artificial intelligence for the development of the country’s economy. The…

A recent survey by Kaspersky has showed that 69.5% of employees and business owners using computers in the Pakistan faced a situation when colleagues (39.5%), friends or relatives (30%) made jokes with their unlocked computer. These jokes included sending funny messages or emails on behalf of the accounts’ owner, placing…

As cyber threats grow increasingly complex and costly, mid-sized businesses find themselves facing sophisticated attacks that exploit legitimate tools and use advanced tactics to evade detection. At the same time, limited budgets and a shortage of skilled cybersecurity personnel make it difficult to deploy and manage advanced protective measures. To…

A recent Kaspersky survey entitled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge and behavior”, showed that professionals surveyed in Pakistan, use multiple devices for work: along with a computer, 70% of respondents from Pakistan also use a mobile phone, and 30.8 % workers use a tablet as well. At the same…

As Apple opened preorders for the new iPhone, Kaspersky detected a spike in scam exploiting the device’s launch hype, with fraudsters deploying fake websites, bogus lotteries, and phony “tester” recruitment schemes to harvest personal data and financial information. These attacks pose significant risks including personal data theft and financial loss.…

A total lunar eclipse will be visible across the country tonight. According to SUPARCO, the eclipse will begin at half past eight in the night and and reach its maximum at two in the wee hours. The eclipse will be visible in Asia, Africa, and parts of Europe, with clear…

As the new academic year begins, Kaspersky has detected a wave of phishing webpages targeting college and university students as well as professors. Attackers are deploying fake login portals that mimic official university websites, tricking users into entering credentials which can lead to stolen data or a complete loss of…

As children are now growing up in a world where money is mostly digital, cybersecurity has become a fundamental part of financial literacy. Unlike previous generations, their first experiences with money are not only piggy banks, but in-app purchases, gaming loot boxes, and prepaid cards connected to digital wallets. In…

According to Kaspersky’s survey Only 28% of respondents trust AI to plan trips, however 96% of those that do are satisfied with this experience with 84% planning to use it in the future also. As AI continues to evolve, its presence grows accordingly, making AI-powered tools almost ubiquitous. At the…

Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja says special measures are being taken to promote the precision farming to optimize crop production in the country. Addressing a ceremony in Islamabad today (Friday), she reiterated the government’s commitment to empower the farming community with latest technology and Artificial Intelligence…

China has reaffirmed its readiness to extend full cooperation to Pakistan in the field of space research. This came during meeting between Chairman of the China Atomic Energy Authority and China’s Space Agency Shan Zhongde and Minister for Planning, Development and Special Initiatives Ahsan Iqbal in Beijing on Monday.                      The…

One of the core reasons why businesses remain vulnerable to cyberthreats is that they underestimate their risk or overestimate the strength of their existing defences. According to a recent Kaspersky survey entitled “Cybersecurity in the workplace: Employee knowledge and behavior”, 71.3% of professionals surveyed in Pakistan, whose work requires the…