Tech and Telecom

Former team director, Mohammad Hafeez, disclosed the circumstances surrounding the inclusion of Imad Wasim and Mohammad Amir in the national squad for the T20 World Cup. Hafeez claimed that the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) made a deal with the two players, enticing them to return to the team. While speaking on a TV channel the former captain said, “Six months ago, when these two cricketers were asked by the PCB if they would play for Pakistan, they refused because they wanted to participate in T20 leagues,” Hafeez stated. “Now that there is no league in the June window, the two…

A new smart robot service has been launched in Madinah to aid pilgrims visiting the Prophet’s Mosque. This initiative, developed by the Ministry of Health branch in Madinah province, places the robot in the courtyard adjacent to the mosque. The robot’s primary function is to display and broadcast educational messages, guidance, and health instructions to ensure the safety and awareness of pilgrims. Impressively, it communicates in over 96 languages. Furthermore, volunteer and awareness teams from the Health Ministry’s Madinah branch are actively engaged in fieldwork. These teams, comprising 220 male and female volunteers, operate continuously to serve the pilgrims. They…

In a recent study, researchers managed to hack into over half of their test websites using teams of GPT-4 bots working autonomously. These bots coordinated their attacks and created new bots as needed. Impressively, they exploited real-world “zero-day” vulnerabilities—previously unknown security flaws—during their attempts. A few months ago, a research team published a paper demonstrating that they had used GPT-4 to autonomously exploit one-day (or N-day) vulnerabilities. These are known security flaws for which no fixes are yet available. Remarkably, when given the Common Vulnerabilities and Exposures (CVE) list, GPT-4 managed to exploit 87% of the most severe vulnerabilities on…

Gilgit-Baltistan authorities have announced the reopening of Babusar Pass for all types of traffic after a six-month closure due to heavy snowfall. The pass was closed in November last year. Its reopening marks the start of the tourist season, providing access to one of Pakistan’s most scenic routes. In a statement released on Monday, the Gilgit-Baltistan Information Department confirmed the reopening: “The picturesque tourist destination Babusar Top in Gilgit-Baltistan, which was closed due to snowfall, has been reopened for traffic after a long break of 6 months.” The statement also noted that the district administrations of Diamer and Mansehra decided,…

Oppo is anticipated to unveil the Find X8 this October, while the Find X8 Ultra is expected to debut in the first quarter of 2025. As the launch date approaches, rumors are increasing in frequency about the Find X8 series. Recently, a leak from tipster Smart Pikachu revealed new details about the X8’s telephoto camera and battery capacity. The tipster claims that the Find X8 “series” will include a telephoto macro lens, also known as a telemacro lens. These types of lenses, as the name says, combine the zoom capabilities of telephoto shooters, but can also focus on objects up…

The State Bank of Pakistan’s (SBP) much-awaited policy rate cut today is expected to positively impact the earnings of at least 13 listed companies on the main bourse. According to Arif Habib Limited, today’s rate cut of 150 basis points is expected to positively influence five key sectors. “Policy rate cut positive for cement, power, textile, chemical and auto sectors,” the brokerage house said in a brief statement. Winners The cement sector emerges as a primary beneficiary of the rate cut. According to AHL, D.G. Khan Cement Company (PSX: DGKC) will see a 5.8 percent increase in its earnings per…

Flight safety in Karachi and Lahore has been compromised due to GPS disruptions, ARY News reported on Monday. The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) confirmed that flight captains in these regions reported issues with GPS signal interruptions. The CAA has noted these disruptions and has directed pilots to immediately inform Air Traffic Control (ATC) if they encounter GPS signal issues. GPS is essential for modern aviation, as it allows pilots to navigate along specific routes using geolocation and time data provided by satellite-based radio navigation. These signal disruptions have made landings and takeoffs more challenging, with pilots experiencing sudden losses of…

In a world where technology influences every aspect of our lives, it’s no surprise that our smartphones are becoming expressions of our style. The functionality of mobile devices has expanded beyond simple communication, evolving into valued extensions that reflect our unique personalities. Going back to the early 2000s, that was the time of the iconic Nokia 3310, with its indestructible build, spoke volumes about the user’s practicality and resilience. It was the go-to phone for those who valued reliability above all else, a phone that could endure the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Conversely, the sleek and stylish Motorola…

Leaks appearing on Chinese social media Weibo have shared new details about Xiaomi’s upcoming flagship. The leak talks about Xiaomi 15 Pro’s main camera sensors. The flagship phone is expected to feature a trio of 50MP cameras on the back, identical to the Xiaomi 14 Pro last year, but with new sensors. The main sensor is going to be an OV50K while the 3x telephoto shooter will be based on a Sony IMX882 sensor. The OV50K is a 1″ type sensor, bigger than Xiaomi’s 14 Pro’s slightly smaller  1/1.31″ image sensor. Information on this sensor is sparse. However, the manufacturer…

A meeting of the Sugar Advisory Board (SAB) chaired by the Federal Minister for Industries and Production، Rana Tanveer Hussain today to discuss and review the sugar stock availability, current market prices, sugarcane rates, present global market sugar prices, and industry production costs. The Sugar Advisory Board has conditionally allowed to export 150,000 metric tons of sugar. It was agreed to maintain sufficient local stocks to ensure the smooth supply of the commodity in local markets at a sustainable price. In this regard, an agreement was reached between the government and the Pakistan Sugar Mills Association (PSMA) to ensure a…