Rise of digital currencies could one day pose a real threat to Pakistan’s economy

With the growing popularity of digital currencies, poorer countries may have to grapple with the negative consequences.

Updated 15 Sep, 2025 11:59am

The puzzle of person-to-merchant vs peer-to-peer transactions

The challenge is that most of our financial institutions have little merchant acquiring expertise.

Published 15 Sep, 2025 12:48pm

Spectrum locked at 274 MHz?

The state and private sector disagree over spectrum auctions as the country continues to struggle with stunted internet connectivity.

Kalbe Ali Updated 15 Sep, 2025 12:21pm

Pakistan seeks partners for digital future

Pvara invites expressions of interest from global crypto exchanges.

Mubarak Zeb Khan Updated 14 Sep, 2025 10:27am

Inflation, changing consumer habits reshaping online food and grocery orders: foodpanda CEO

Online orders move from impulse to grocery top-ups; about 40pc of revenue remains for other expenses and profit.

Updated 14 Sep, 2025 02:06pm

Shabbar Zaidi warns crypto could serve as hawala alternative

Says Pakistan cannot regulate virtual currencies under current system; nearly 9m Pakistanis hold digital assets.

Shahid Iqbal Updated 14 Sep, 2025 09:55am

A state that surveils without oversight and leaks without consequence erodes its citizens’ trust

Lack of legal cover for invasive surveillance systems and data leaks show how insecure and unsafe these systems really are.

Published 13 Sep, 2025 08:32am

Apple Watch hypertension feature wins FDA nod, rollout next week: report

The company unveiled a blood pressure monitor in its latest Apple Watch at a September 9 event.

Reuters Published 12 Sep, 2025 10:18am

Government establishes Pakistan Digital Authority to implement ‘digital master plan’

Authority members to operate under the IT ministry on a five-year contract; chairperson, member named, one more to be appointed.

Umaid Ali Published 20 Aug, 2025 06:48pm

China says imposed punishment on popular social media app Xiaohongshu over content

China’s internet regulator said on Thursday it had ordered “warnings and strict punishment” to bosses at popular...

AFP Published 11 Sep, 2025 10:04am

Is Pak Truck Driver the most exciting driving game to come from Pakistan? We find out

Now you can experience trucking through the Karakorum Highway without moving an inch.

Munir Rahool Published 08 Aug, 2016 09:49am

PTA urges YouTube to unblock Dr Israr’s channel

The unilateral shutdown raises questions about the arbitrary limits of online expression, authority says.

Kalbe Ali Updated 06 Apr, 2022 08:31pm

A 7-step guide for Pakistani victims of hacking and blackmail

If mobility and other restrictions weren’t enough, online space too, is becoming a forbidden entity for Pakistani women.

Nighat Dad Updated 02 May, 2017 12:16am

Despite improvement, Pakistan’s internet among slowest globally

UAE has fastest mobile data while Singapore ranks top for fixed broadband.

Dawn Report Updated 10 Dec, 2024 11:16am

Huawei launches mid-range smartphone P20 lite in Pakistan

The phone offers a 5.84" FullView Display and has been introduced at a debut price of Rs35,999.

Dawn.com Updated 25 Apr, 2018 11:34pm

InDrive expands operations to five new cities across Pakistan

Ride-hailing service says it is looking to provide “seamless, convenient, and reliable mobility solutions” to a broader audience across the country.

Dawn.com Published 27 Sep, 2023 05:15pm

Nadra launches service enabling citizens to protect their personal data

Service providers, including banks, will now seek permission from citizens before using their personal information, says Nadra chairman.

APP Published 02 Mar, 2023 07:51pm

OPPO A57's sales ranked as second best in world in July 2017

According to a report by Counterpoint Research, OPPO A57 and R11 ranked among the best-selling phones in July.

ADVERTISEMENT Updated 12 Sep, 2017 02:40pm

OPPO comes second in Pakistan's 4G smartphone market

Data from research firm GFK shows three OPPO phones were ranked among 5 most popular android 4G smartphones.

ADVERTISEMENT Updated 07 Oct, 2017 02:56pm