Digital Economy
Pakistan’s IT Exports Hit Record USD 386 Million in October
Pakistan’s IT and Telecommunication sector delivered its strongest performance ever in October 2025. According to data compiled from the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), export…
Govt Offers Rs. 10 Million Interest-Free Loans to Boost Freelancers & Startups
In a major step to empower Pakistan’s digital workforce, the government has announced interest-free loans of up to Rs. 10 million for establishing 250 co-working…
PTA Approves Wi-Fi 7, Boosting Pakistan’s Connectivity
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has granted approval for the adoption of Wi-Fi 7 and subsequent Wi-Fi generations within the 6 GHz band (5925–6425 MHz),…
Mazik Global Launches AI-Powered Resource Cloud at ITCN
During the ITCN Asia 2025 Expo, Mazik Global officially launched Resource Cloud as the region’s first AI-powered, human-managed talent cloud platform designed to seamlessly connect…
FBR Plans to Tax TikTokers and Social Media Influencers
In a move to broaden Pakistan’s tax net, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has revealed plans to impose taxes on TikTokers and social media…
Federal Govt Approves Rs. 3.5 Billion Subsidy to Drive Cashless Economy
Pakistan has taken another step toward a digital future as the federal government approved a Rs. 3.5 billion subsidy to promote cashless transactions. The move…
NIC Karachi Celebrates 12th Cohort Graduation With 30 New Startups
The National Incubation Center Karachi (NIC Karachi), an Ignite initiative under the Ministry of IT & Telecom, celebrated a landmark moment with the graduation of…
Govt Vows to Empower Private Sector to Propel Pakistan’s Blockchain Revolution
Federal Minister for Finance and Revenue, Senator Muhammad Aurangzeb, has stressed that the country must embrace blockchain and digital assets to shape its future economy.…
Govt Considers Relief on Bearer Prize Bonds Redemption
The federal government may extend relief to individuals who missed the deadline for bearer prize bonds redemption, said Minister of State for Finance Bilal Azhar…
Islamabad City App Helps Generate Rs. 15.5 Billion in Tax Revenue
The Islamabad City App continues to reshape citizen services with a landmark achievement, Rs. 15.5 billion in tax revenue collected by the Excise and Taxation…
Pakistan’s IT Sector Soars With High Exports Amidst Tax and Economic Woes
Pakistan’s information technology sector is witnessing remarkable growth, with IT exports reaching all-time highs. According to newly disclosed data, Pakistan’s IT and IT-enabled services (ITeS)…
Pakistan to Host Inaugural Digital FDI Summit in April
ISLAMABAD: Pakistan is set to host its first-ever Digital Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) event on April 29 and 30, marking a significant milestone in the…
Digital Gender Inclusion in Pakistan: Challenges, Opportunities, and Initiatives
In the digital age, access to the internet and technology plays a fundamental role in the development of any society. However, in Pakistan, women do…
