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UAE plans to replace ID cards with AI-powered facial recognition nationwide

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is set to phase out identity cards by introducing advanced facial recognition technology for residents and citizens. The AI-powered system, part of the country’s digital strategy, will allow individuals to verify their identity through facial scans or fingerprints to access government services, vote, or use smart gates at airports. Abdul […]

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PTA intensifies crackdown on illegal tampering of IMEI, sale of cloned mobile devicesa

PTA warns VPN firms: get licensed or risk service shutdown

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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has granted class licenses to three companies to legally operate Virtual Private Network (VPN) services in the country. In a statement on Thursday, the regulator warned all unlicensed VPN providers to immediately obtain the required permits or face action. A PTA spokesperson emphasized that licensing aims to enforce regulatory

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Google makes Gemini live screen sharing free for android users

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Google has announced that its Gemini Live screensharing feature will now be available for free to all Android users through the Gemini app. Initially, access was intended to be limited to those with a Gemini Advanced subscription. This AI-powered screensharing capability allows users to share content displayed on their screens and cameras in real-time. The

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Google adds auto-reboot security feature to Android devices

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DUBAI: Android will soon boost device security with a new auto-reboot feature. Devices will restart automatically if left locked for three days. This update is part of the latest Google Play services release. After the reboot, users must enter a passcode to access their data. 9to5Google reports that the feature will work on Android phones

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NEPRA reduces tariffs for electric vehicle charging stations

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ISLAMABAD: NEPRA has approved a major cut in tariffs for electric vehicle charging stations. The federal government requested the change. The base tariff will drop from Rs45.55 to Rs23.57 per unit. This marks a reduction of Rs21.98 per unit. NEPRA also removed the capped margin of Rs24.44. The market will now set the margin freely.

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OpenAI ‘braced to challenge Musk’s X with new social network’

OpenAI plans new social media network similar to X

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OpenAI is working on a new social media platform similar to X (formerly Twitter), according to reports. The company has an internal prototype that focuses on ChatGPT’s image generation and includes a social feed. This move could increase tensions between Altman and Elon Musk, who co-founded OpenAI but left in 2018. Musk, who owns X,

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PTA facilitates overseas Pakistanis at overseas convention 2025

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ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has established dedicated facilities at the Overseas Pakistanis Convention. A statement issued by PTA on Tuesday said that under the visionary initiative of the Honorable Prime Minister of Pakistan to extend special facilitation to overseas Pakistanis, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has established a dedicated stall at the

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No more copyright issues: YouTube introduces AI music for creators

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YouTube has introduced a new AI-powered feature that allows users to create custom instrumental music for their videos. The company announced that this tool is being added to the Creator Music marketplace, where users can generate unique background music by simply typing instructions. The feature, called “Music Assistant,” lets users describe the type of music

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Netflix trials AI-powered search to find shows based on your mood

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Netflix is experimenting with a new search feature powered by OpenAI to help users find shows more easily. According to a report from Bloomberg, the feature will let subscribers search for content using very specific terms—even their current mood—instead of just genres or actor names. The test is currently available to some iOS users in Australia

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SECP issues alert on Barwaqt loan fraud

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ISLAMABAD: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a warning about ongoing scams connected to the Barwaqt loan app, which was previously operated by Seedcred Financial Services Limited (SFSL). In a statement on Friday, the SECP clarified that SFSL is no longer operational and the Barwaqt app was officially delisted in August

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