Technology

KARACHI — Global electric vehicle giant BYD has finalized a $200 million investment to set up its first assembly plant in Karachi. The Sindh Government has already allotted land near Port Qasim for the facility. This plant will not only provide affordable electric cars and bikes but also offers a permanent solution to high fuel […]

LAHORE / KARACHI — The wait for 5G in Pakistan is nearing its end. Top mobile operators have successfully completed 5G trials in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. According to the PTA, internet speeds of up to 1.5 Gbps were recorded during these trials. Commercial launch is expected next month, set to transform the experience of

SAN FRANCISCO / ISLAMABAD — In a proud moment for the Pakistani tech ecosystem, a Silicon Valley-based AI startup co-founded by a Pakistani entrepreneur has reportedly drawn a $60 billion buyout option from Elon Musk’s SpaceX. This development has sent shockwaves through the global tech world, highlighting the immense potential of Pakistani talent in the

ISLAMABAD — After years of financial struggle, the Pakistan Telecommunication Company Ltd (PTCL) has officially returned to profitability. In its latest financial briefing, the company credited its turnaround to aggressive digital transformation and infrastructure growth. Along with the profit news, PTCL Group announced that it is set to formally launch 5G services in Pakistan next

ISLAMABAD / MOUNTAIN VIEW — In a groundbreaking move for Pakistan’s IT sector, Google has officially announced plans to establish its first large-scale regional data center in Islamabad. This $500 million investment is part of Google’s “Digital South Asia” initiative and aims to drastically reduce latency for local users while providing high-speed cloud infrastructure for