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LinkedIn has announced several new creator monetization features. Most notably, the platform now lets creators earn revenue through pre-roll video ads on their content. In addition, creators can offer paid one-on-one consultations through a feature called Advice Sessions. The pre-roll ad program lets marketers place ads alongside topically relevant creator…

Amazon announced two new AI devices under its Bee brand earlier this week. The Bee Frontier, a next-generation wearable, costs $74.99 (approximately Rs. 21,000). The Bee Eclipse, a phone attachment, starts at $99.99 (approximately Rs. 28,000). In short, both devices record conversations and turn them into AI-powered summaries, to-dos, and…

Bitcoin traded near $82,000 on Friday as cryptocurrency markets stabilized following a rebound in South Korean technology stocks and declining expectations of a Federal Reserve interest-rate hike in October. Bitcoin (BTC) held above the $80,000 level after recovering from Thursday’s decline. South Korea’s KOSPI Composite Index rose 2% on Friday…

The Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication (MoITT) plans to support at least 20 women-led technology startups annually under a proposed initiative aimed at promoting female entrepreneurship and strengthening women’s participation in Pakistan’s digital economy. The initiative, called the Women Innovation and Startup Empowerment (WISE) Lab, is designed to help…

Pakistan aims to increase its mineral exports from $3 billion to $8 billion by improving policies, infrastructure and investment in the mining sector, as the country seeks to expand its role in global critical mineral supply chains. According to available estimates, 92 minerals have been discovered across Pakistan, of which…

The Pakistan Automotive Manufacturers Association (PAMA) has called for an independent review of the tariff data and calculations used in Pakistan’s National Tariff Policy (NTP), warning that inaccurate figures could affect domestic manufacturing, investment and employment. In a letter to Haroon Akhtar Khan, the prime minister’s adviser on industries and…

Pakistan’s net foreign direct investment (FDI) increased by 20% year-on-year to $720 million during the first three months of fiscal year 2026-27, according to State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) data compiled by Topline Securities. In September 2026, net FDI reached $219 million, marking an 18% increase compared with the same…

Pakistan’s short-term inflation declined by 0.04% in the week ended October 15, 2026, while year-on-year inflation remained elevated at 11.38%, according to the latest data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics (PBS). The Sensitive Price Indicator (SPI), which tracks weekly price movements of essential commodities, showed mixed trends during…

Pakistan has approved an additional 11% customs duty on 13 imported automobile parts and components that are now manufactured locally, a move aimed at protecting domestic manufacturers and promoting local production. The Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) approved the measure following a proposal from the Revenue Division and the Federal Board…

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) has earned two prestigious honors at the Dragons of Asia Awards 2026, with its social impact initiative, Dil Se Ba-Ikhtiar winning a Bronze Dragon in the Best in Digital category, while its Mother’s Day campaign received a Black Dragon in Marketing Discipline. The recognition reflects…

The National Database and Registration Authority (NADRA) has explained how overseas Pakistanis aged 18 and above can apply for their first National Identity Card for Overseas Pakistanis (NICOP) through its official Pak ID mobile application. The online process allows eligible Pakistani citizens to submit applications without initially visiting a NADRA…

Punjab’s Online College Admissions System (OCAS) has received more than 225,000 applications for intermediate admissions in public colleges across the province. The system was developed by the Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) in collaboration with the Punjab Higher Education Department (PHED) to simplify the college admission process. Female students submitted…

Pakistan’s Cashless Pakistan Initiative has recorded significant growth in digital payments, with active digital commerce payment points reaching 2.03 million by June 2026, up 306% from the baseline of 500,000. The figures were shared in a Finance Ministry document submitted to the National Assembly, which outlined progress on the government’s…

The Punjab government has raised the annual fee for MBBS and BDS programs at public sector medical and dental colleges from Rs15,000 to Rs50,000, an increase of over 233 percent. The revised fee structure applies only to students admitted this year. Those enrolled up to last year will continue to…

The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA) received 148,204 complaints in 2026, up from 104,490 in 2025, according to details submitted to the National Assembly. The document shows a significant increase in complaints, with financial fraud topping the list in both years. Financial fraud complaints rose from 49,982 in 2025…

More than 90,000 Pakistani professionals, including managers, engineers, doctors, accountants, nurses, teachers, and IT workers, have gone abroad for employment in 2024, 2025, and 2026 so far, according to official overseas employment data shared with Techjuice. The figures show that 45,830 professionals left for overseas jobs in 2024, followed by…

More than 50 passports carrying foreign visas were stolen from a delivery bag belonging to a leading private courier company in Rawalpindi, putting the overseas travel and employment plans of dozens of Pakistanis at risk. According to media reports, the bag had been dispatched from Karachi to a travel agent.…

Punjab may face a shortage of textbooks in the next academic year as delays in issuing printing tenders for primary school books raise concerns about timely publication. The Punjab Curriculum and Textbook Board (PECTAA) has issued tenders for textbooks for grades 6 to 10, while tenders for grades 1 to…

Tecno has expanded its Spark 50 lineup with two new smartphones, the Spark 50s and Spark 50C. The Spark 50s supports 5G connectivity, while the Spark 50C is a more affordable 4G model. Both phones feature 120Hz displays and large batteries. The Tecno Spark 50s runs Android 16-based HiOS 16…

Q-Autos has announced delays in Kaiyi vehicle deliveries in Pakistan, citing disruptions in international shipping and port operations. In a notice to customers, the company said deliveries are now expected to take place later in November 2026 due to changes in shipping schedules and limited vessel availability. The company attributed…

Elon Musk has finally revealed the highly anticipated, second-generation Tesla Roadster. Unveiled during a livestreamed spectacle outside Waco, Texas, this new vehicle isn’t just an EV… it is the Tesla “Flying” Roadster! At the Thursday night event, Musk delivered his classic showmanship. Complete with dramatic music, mechanical hissing, and a…

Pakistan is considering introducing specific legislation to address crimes involving artificial intelligence (AI), Law Minister Azam Nazeer Tarar has said. Speaking to Arab News on Thursday, Tarar said existing cybercrime provisions and general criminal laws cover some AI-assisted offenses, but additional legal measures may be needed to address emerging challenges.…

Xiaomi has confirmed that the Redmi K100 will launch in China later this month. The announcement comes after the company introduced the Redmi K100 Pro and K100 Pro Max in August. Redmi shared a teaser of the upcoming phone on its official Weibo account. Pre-orders are also open in China,…

Pakistan’s current account took a notable hit this month. The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) just officially released new data regarding the country’s balance of payments. Pakistan posted a current account deficit of $356 million in September 2026. This latest figure shows a sharp short-term increase. Specifically, it follows a…

Pakistan has been selected to chair the Boards of Governors of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the World Bank Group in 2027, marking the country’s first such appointment since 1953. Federal Minister for Economic Affairs Ahad Khan Cheema will serve as the incoming chair of both boards, according to…

Just a couple of days ago, developers Trollheim & Off-leash Interactive officially unveiled Trollheim: Gnomes. Currently available to wishlist on Steam, this PC-exclusive title throws players into a dangerous Nordic folklore fantasy realm. Furthermore, it delivers a fresh open-world survival experience for solo players or up to eight friends in…

Peshawar’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system has received 27 additional buses, completing the delivery of all 52 newly purchased vehicles. The latest batch arrived at the Chamkani depot on Friday morning, October 16, according to TransPeshawar. The first 25 buses arrived in Peshawar last month, while the remaining 27 have…

The Lahore High Court (LHC), Rawalpindi Bench, has declared the collection of MDCAT question papers from candidates after the exam illegal and ordered the Pakistan Medical and Dental Council (PMDC) to upload the papers to its app immediately. Justice Ahsan Raza Kazmi announced the verdict on petitions filed by students…

Google’s Firebase Phone Number Verification (PNV) now supports Pakistan. In fact, Firebase announced the expansion on September 28 in a blog post. PTML joined as the country’s first supported carrier in a ten-carrier global update. As a result, Pakistani developers can now use carrier-based phone verification instead of traditional SMS…

The Sindh government has decided to digitize the retirement records of government employees in all departments, and employees will receive their gratuity and General Provident (GP) Fund payments on the day they retire. The College Education Department has issued a notification to implement the decision. It was approved by Department…