PIA’s Future Discussed in High-Level Meeting
- Tech
- September 6, 2023
Pakistan’s Information Technology Ministry recently confirmed ongoing discussions with Google aimed at deepening cooperation across AI, education, and digital infrastructure. This marks an important step in integrating global tech expertise with Pakistan’s digital transformation goals. Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja met with Google’s regional AI Developer Ecosystem team, emphasizing three core areas for collaboration: AI training
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READ MOREThe UK is rolling out a major transformation. Beginning July 15, 2025, Pakistani students and workers no longer need visa stickers in their passports, eVisas will be issued instead. These digital visas are linked to your passport through a UKVI online account. This shift signals a leap toward faster, safer, and more convenient travel for
READ MOREOpenAI is preparing to launch its own AI-powered web browser, and it might just be the boldest challenge yet to Google Chrome’s dominance. Built on the same Chromium engine that powers Chrome, Edge, and Opera, this browser isn’t just another lookalike. It’s designed to act like a full-fledged assistant: booking flights, filling out forms, summarizing
READ MOREBYD Mega Motors is set to introduce Pakistan’s first-ever hybrid pickup, the BYD Shark 6 Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle. The launch, scheduled nationwide on July 25, 2025, marks a historic shift toward greener and tech-enhanced utility vehicles in Pakistan. The Shark 6 combines a 1.5 L turbo petrol engine with dual electric motors, delivering a total output of
READ MOREMicrosoft has officially shut down its local office in Pakistan after 25 years, ending what was once seen as a symbol of the country’s growing digital relevance. While the company insists that its services will continue through regional hubs and local partners, the move has triggered serious discussions about Pakistan’s place in the global tech
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