Financial sector faces AI, blockchain and organized crime threats in 2025

    By Aftab Ahmed | December 24, 2025

    2025 Kaspersky Security Bulletin provides a review of the major cybersecurity trends of the year and offers a look towards the future of cybersecurity, focusing on the financial sector in its first part. According to the report, in 2025, the financial sector navigated a rapidly evolving cyber landscape, with malware spreading through messaging apps, AI-assisted…

    ECC clears path for largest-ever 5G spectrum auction

    By Aftab Ahmed | December 23, 2025

    Pakistan has moved closer to launching 5G services after ECC approves a framework for its biggest spectrum sale, which signals faster digital expansion. The Economic Coordination Committee on Tuesday approved recommendations for the upcoming spectrum auction, ministers said.  Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Information Technology Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja during a joint press briefing said…

    PayFast launches Rah-e-Raast

    By Aftab Ahmed | December 23, 2025

    PayFast marked eight years in Pakistan by launching Rah-e-Raast, a doorstep QR payment solution aimed at reducing cash usage. PayFast marked its eight-year milestone at NASTP in Karachi with the launch of Rah-e-Raast, a new initiative designed to enable QR-based payments at the point of delivery—helping businesses reduce reliance on cash and strengthen Pakistan’s shift…

    Zarkheze App Launched to Finance Farmers

    By NewzTodays Editorial Team | December 21, 2025

    Islamabad: The government has launched Zarkheze APP to digitize agriculture finance, enabling farmers to digitally apply and obtain financing up to Rs. 1 million. The Finance Division Government of Pakistan, in collaboration with State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) and the Pakistan Banks Association (PBA), has launched Zarkheze, a digital platform designed to revolutionize agricultural financing. KP…

    Govt Forms Body To Counter Hostile Agencies Network   

    By NewzTodays Editorial Team | December 21, 2025

    The government has formed a national committee for information and communications Security (NCICS) to formulate a information security framework to counter communications and cyber networks by hostile agencies. The government has notified a committee in this regard. Read More: Pakistan Notifies Rules to Combat Cyber Threats The security of critical information infrastructures and information systems…

    Motorola G Power (2026):Full Specs Overview and Price

    By Salman Khan | December 18, 2025

    If you are tech lover, good news is here. Motorola has officially confirmed to unveil the Motorola G Power (2026). This is a refreshed mid-range smartphone with a focus on on durability, display size, and battery life. It stands out with IP69 certification and a faux leather back panel, which gives it a rugged yet…

    IT exports down 8% in November 2025

    By Salman Khan | December 17, 2025

    IT exports in Pakistan have declined by 8 percent in November 2025 month on month basis but they were up 4 percent on a yearly basis. This takes 5MFY26 IT exports to US$1.8bn, up 19% YoY. Export proceeds per day were recorded at US$17.8mn in Nov-25 vs. US$16.8mn in Oct-25. Read More: Govt Sets $25B…

    Pakistan moves closer to 5G auction decision

    By Salman Khan | December 17, 2025

    Pakistan is heading to auction 5G amid fears of low response from telecom companies. The telecom companies have been resisting over higher taxes and spectrum fee in dollars. During the last spectrum auction, three other telecom operators like Jazz, Telenor and Zong had boycotted the auction and did not participate. Ufone was the only company…

    Pakistan to launch BEEP app to protect official data

    By Salman Khan | December 16, 2025

    Pakistan is preparing to launch BEEP APP aimed at secured messaging platform, for public sector employees nationwide. The government plants to launch the platform in phases. It will start with federal ministries and attached departments. The rollout is expected within next two months. Read More: NA Panel Concerned Over Slow Internet According to official briefings,…

    NA panel rejects PTA claims on internet, mobile service quality

    By NewzTodays Editorial Team | December 16, 2025

    Lawmakers have expressed no confidence in Pakistan’s internet and telecom services and rejected PTA’s claim of 99% user satisfaction. National Assembly Standing Committee on IT and Telecom sharply criticised telecom regulator on Tuesday. Read More: PTA Launches its Official WhatsApp Channel The parliamentary panel noted that internet and mobile services were worsening despite official claims…