Sci-Tech

The successful launches and implementation of two smart villages in Gokina and Sambrial, The Ministry of IT and Telecommunication (MOITT), in collaboration with Huawei Technologies and the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), inaugurated the much-anticipated third Smart Village Swabi today. The Smart Village Pakistan initiative is designed to digitally transform rural…

Kaspersky has uncovered a new, sophisticated version of the Triada Trojan preinstalled on counterfeit Android smartphones allegedly sold through unauthorized retailers. Embedded in the system firmware, the malware operates undetected and grants attackers’ full control over infected devices. More than 2,600 users worldwide have been affected. Unlike typical mobile malware…

In 2024, as digital financial transactions continued to expand worldwide, cybercriminals shifted their focus toward mobile devices and crypto assets. According to Kaspersky’s new Financial Cyberthreats report, the number of users encountering mobile banking Trojans rose by 3.6 times compared to 2023, while crypto‑related phishing detections climbed by 83.4%. Kaspersky…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has launched PM’s Digital Youth Hub, aimed at providing youth with invaluable environment and opportunities through engagement, employment, education and skill development. Addressing the launching ceremony in Islamabad, he stressed to harness true potential of the youth by imparting them with training in modern technologies including…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said providing technical training to the Pakistani youth in the field of Information Technology is a top priority of the government. He was talking to a five member delegation of Huawei led by its CEO Ethen Sun, in Islamabad. Shehbaz Sharif said the government seeks…

Kaspersky Digital Footprint Intelligence estimates that 2.3 million bank cards were leaked on the dark web, based on an analysis of data-stealing malware log files from 2023-2024. On average, every 14th infostealer infection results in stolen credit card information, with nearly 26 million devices compromised by infostealers, including more than…

Starlink, the satellite-based internet service by SpaceX, has secured a provisional registration from the Pakistan Space Activities Regulatory Board (PSARB), marking its first official step toward launching operations in the country. However, while its entry has sparked excitement over the prospect of high-speed internet in remote areas, its journey forward…

Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja says Starlink has been granted temporary registration in Pakistan following the directives of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif. In a statement, the Minister said with the consensus of all security and regulatory bodies, Starlink has been issued a temporary No Objection Certificate.”…

According to the latest Kaspersky Managed Detection and Response (MDR) analyst report, advanced persistent threats (APTs) classified as human-driven attacks have been detected in 25% of companies, accounting for over 43% of all high-severity incidents. This marks a staggering 74% increase compared to 2023 and a 43% rise from 2022.…

in 2024. Trojan banker malware is designed to steal user credentials for online banking, e-payment services and credit card systems.Cybercriminals trick victims into downloading Trojan bankers by spreading links via SMS or messaging apps, as well as through malicious attachments in messengers, and by directing users to malicious webpages. They…

In 2024, Kaspersky blocked 26% more phishing attempts worldwide compared to the previous year. Every second email in the corporate mailboxes was spam. Cybercriminals continued to capitalize on well-known brands like Booking, Airbnb, TikTok and Telegram to steal credentials or install malware. Additionally, users encountered more than 125 million attacks…

According to a Kaspersky survey, 89% of parents surveyed use gadgets to entertain and occupy their children while traveling or to gain some free time for themselves. Moreover, over half (52%) of children in the META region receive their first personal device – a smartphone or tablet – quite early,…

On Data Privacy Day, Kaspersky shines a light on the often-overlooked privacy trade-offs involved with using popular, everyday apps. These include social media apps, but also others such as e-commerce apps, fitness and health tracking apps. While these apps offer convenience, they also collect and share vast amounts of personal…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has welcomed Pakistan’s inclusion in the World Economic Forum and the Digital Cooperation Organization’s joint Digital Foreign Direct Investment Initiative. In a post on his X handle, he said Pakistan is scaling new heights in its stride for digital transformation. Shehbaz Sharif reaffirmed unwavering commitment to…

The National Assembly was informed today that there has been a twenty-eight percent increase in Information and Computer Technology exports in the first six months of the current fiscal year. Minister of State for Information Technology Shaza Fatima Khawaja told the House during the Question Hour that this increase in…

Pakistan launched its first indigenous Electro-Optical (EO-1) satellite from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, China today (Friday). In a post on social media platform X, Prime Minister Muhammad Shehbaz Sharif termed it a proud moment for the nation. He said from predicting crop yields to tracking urban growth, Electro-Optical (EO-1)…

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif has said the country’s positive economic indicators reflect the conducive environment for business created by recent economic policies.    Talking to a delegation of Menzies Aviation led by Chief Executive Officer Philip Joeinig in Islamabad on Thursday, he said the government is fully committed to driving…

Chinese internet users on a popular social networking platform have noticed a sudden influx of foreign newcomers who claim to have migrated from TikTok due to concerns about a potential ban by the U.S. government within the week.On Xiaohongshu, a Chinese platform with combined features of Instagram and Pinterest, hashtags…

The Government of Pakistan continues to take significant steps to improve the country’s telecom and IT sectors, aiming to address long-standing challenges in internet connectivity and to promote digital growth across the nation. In response to recent issues regarding internet disruptions, the Government of Pakistan recently launched the Africa-2 Cable Project.…

A World-class Green-Tech Hub was launched in Islamabad today to transform Pakistan’s energy landscape and reduce energy sector’s carbon footprints. The initiative has been jointly launched by Ministry of Climate Change and national and international energy sector stakeholders, to tap into green technologies, foster renewable energy solutions and eco-friendly innovations…

Minister for Planning and Development Ahsan Iqbal has said that digitalization is essential for progress in the field of science. Addressing a ceremony in Islamabad today, he said introducing new trends in research will prove beneficial for the country. He said the youth are equipping themselves with modern technology, which…