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PREDA and Pinnacle X Sign MoU to Launch Industry Conference in 2026

[Karachi, Pakistan, 28 July 2025] – The Pakistan Public Relations, Events, Digital and Activations Association (PREDA) and leading experiential marketing agency Pinnacle X are proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to co-organise a landmark industry conference in Karachi in the first quarter of 2026 under the overarching theme: “Building the…

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Systems Limited to Acquire British American Tobacco’s IT Services Unit

Systems Limited (PSX: SYS) has announced the acquisition of British American Tobacco SAA Services (Private) Limited, a subsidiary of British American Tobacco International Holdings (UK) Limited, according to a stock exchange filing released on Wednesday. The acquired company delivers IT-enabled shared services across a range of functions, including customer support, marketing, human resources, finance, procurement,…

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Meezan Bank Launches Pakistan’s First Visa Global eSIM for International Travelers

A significant milestone in Pakistan’s banking digital landscape, Meezan Bank is the largest and first Islamic bank, is now the first bank in Pakistan to provide the latest technology from Visa – it’s the Visa Global E-SIM for the Visa Unlimited Debit Card holders. This innovative solution from Visa, the world’s leader in digital payment provides seamless connectivity to international networks without the…

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Microsoft Unveils Copilot Mode in Edge, Bringing AI-Powered Assistance to Web Browsing

Microsoft has released an AI-driven feature to its Edge browser, dubbed Copilot Mode that is designed to improve the user experience by providing smart assistance while browsing the web. The announcement was made via an article in the 28th of July, Copilot Mode aims to anticipate the needs of users and provide personalized recommendations and complete simple tasks…

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Pakistani Startups in 2025: Growth, Challenges & Future Opportunities

In the past decade, Pakistani startups have grown from a few startups into vibrant ones, attracting investors who are revolutionizing the economic landscape. In the region from Karachi through Islamabad, the technology and entrepreneurial scene is flourishing due to the increase in the use of the internet, youth participation, as well as the growing confidence of foreign investors. What’s the situation…

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Finance Minister Leaves for Washington for Critical US-Pakistan Trade Negotiations 

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb departed for Washington on Monday to take part at the final round of talks under the Pakistan-US trade dialogue which aims to strengthen the economic ties between the two countries. Based on the Ministry of Finance, the visit is aimed at the finalization of a trade agreement which will expand the exports of Pakistan. Although it is true…

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Chinese Firms Apply for Export Licenses Donkey Meat from Pakistan via Gwadar

Two Chinese companies have submitted an application for permits to export donkey bones and meat from Pakistan and India, indicating a brand new avenue for Pakistan’s market for exports. The applications, which are currently being reviewed through Pakistani authorities, cover the two aspects of slaughterhouse setup permits as well as approval for exports. If the applications are approved, the…

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PTCL Group Backs Rising Squash Star Noor Zaman in Global Sports Campaign 

The PTCL Group — comprising PTCL and Ufone 4G — has established a strategic alliance with Pakistan’s most highly-ranked squash athlete and a the U23 World champion, Noor Zaman. This partnership reaffirms the that PTCL Group’s long-standing dedication to promoting national sports and fostering the development of young Pakistani talents on the international arena. Noor Zaman,…

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