Apple, the technology giant known for its innovation, design, and cutting-edge products, may be taking drastic measures to mitigate the impact of rising tariffs imposed by the United States. According to recent reports, Apple is allegedly hoarding inventory of its products to avoid the brunt of the high tariffs. This move has raised questions about…
Faysal Bank Ltd., a leading Islamic bank in Pakistan, has joined forces with Alliance Network to revolutionize digital payment solutions for Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs). This strategic partnership aims to expand the digital payment infrastructure across Pakistan, empowering businesses with advanced, cashless payment options that drive revenue growth and promote financial inclusion. Enhancing Shariah-Compliant…
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…
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…
By Afaq Wajdan Malik | Published July 31, 2025 Anthropic The AI research company that developed the rapid-growing Claude model is nearing the end of a huge investment round that could yield the sum of $5 billion, which would boost its valuation to $170 billion. That’s nearly three times what it value just a few…
State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) Governor Jameel Ahmed announced that new currency notes are awaiting cabinet approval, with the first release expected by the end of 2025. He shared this update during a press conference on Monday, where he also revealed the revised policy rate. Ahmed explained that SBP is progressing with the issuance of…
Introduction In a proud moment for Pakistan’s academic and cultural landscape, Dr. Nadhra Shahbaz Khan, a distinguished professor at the Lahore University of Management Sciences (LUMS), has been awarded the prestigious Palmes Académiques by the French government. This esteemed recognition highlights her exceptional contributions to promoting French culture and preserving Lahore’s rich cultural heritage. What…
BYD, a global leader in electric vehicles (EVs) and new energy solutions, has once again set a new milestone in its financial performance. In 2024, the company reported a record-breaking revenue of RMB 777.1 billion, marking a significant achievement in the automotive and renewable energy industries. This outstanding financial performance reflects BYD’s continued dominance in…
[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…
Asian stocks dropped on Monday morning after U.S. President Donald Trump implemented tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China, fulfilling his earlier threat. Investors are concerned about the potential for a trade war that could hurt major companies’ earnings and slow global growth. Canada and Mexico have announced plans for retaliatory tariffs, while China has vowed…
