Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Pakistan’s IT ministry approves a series of tech initiatives under Ignite, including AI, cloud, and SAP training, a cybersecurity hackathon, and startup incubation to accelerate national digital transformation.
PTA cautions Pakistanis against fake online job offers and free SIM card scams as cybercriminals exploit social media and biometric loopholes for identity theft and fraud.
Zong 4G partners with FAST–NUCES and Chinese institutions to launch a pioneering low-carbon intelligent manufacturing lab, accelerating AI, 5G, and green innovation under the CPEC framework.
PTCL Group and GSMA signed a long-term MoU at GITEX Global 2025 to expand Pakistan’s participation in the GSMA Open Gateway initiative. The partnership introduces new CAMARA-standard APIs to enhance authentication, security, and interoperability across digital ecosystems.
PTCL Group showcased Pakistan’s digital innovation and social impact at GITEX Global 2025, unveiling partnerships in IoT, CPaaS, and device services while spotlighting women’s empowerment, digital inclusion, and accessibility initiatives. The Group also won global recognition for its solar-powered water campaign in Thar.
Pakistan’s PTA and Climate Ministry signed an MoU to promote Green ICT and climate-resilient digital infrastructure, focusing on e-waste reduction, energy-efficient networks, and eco-friendly innovation aligned with national and global sustainability goals.
Meta launched the Urdu version of Meta AI in partnership with Pakistan’s IT Ministry to promote inclusive digital transformation, AI literacy, and innovation under the Prime Minister’s Digital Nation Vision.
Airlink Communication will open Pakistan’s first Apple-authorized reseller store in Lahore by end-2025, expanding access to genuine Apple products and signaling stronger retail partnerships in Pakistan’s tech sector.
Zong has partnered with ICBC to deliver cloud, ICT, and secure connectivity solutions, advancing Pakistan’s financial digitalization and strengthening China–Pakistan tech collaboration under CPEC.
Airlink Communication will open Pakistan’s first official Apple retail store at Dolmen Mall Lahore by late 2025, following its appointment as Apple’s premium partner by GNEXT Technologies. The store will offer the full Apple product lineup, expanding the tech giant’s presence in Pakistan’s growing retail market.