Facebook delegation meets with PM Shehbaz to discuss AI, IT advancements
A five-member delegation from Facebook (META) met with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday to discuss developments in artificial intelligence (AI) and information technology (IT) in Pakistan, as reported by HUM news. The delegation, led by Simon Milner, Facebook’s Vice President for Asia Pacific, engaged in talks about advancing the
KPK student develops Brain-Controlled electric wheelchair
WEB DESK: A bright student at Engineering University Mardan has unveiled a brain-controlled electric wheelchair that can be operated using brain signals. Adil Bacha, the mastermind behind this pioneering invention, elucidated that the wheelchair caters specifically to individuals with fully functional brains but are immobilized in the rest of their
UAE launches 10-year blue residency visa
WEB DESK – The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched the Blue Visa, offering a ten-year residency permit to environmental experts. This initiative underscores the UAE government’s commitment to environmental preservation. Blue Visa for Environmental Advocates The UAE cabinet introduced the Blue Visa to acknowledge and support individuals dedicated to
Suicide becomes fourth leading cause of death for young Pakistani men: WHO
WEB DESK: Mental health professionals in Pakistan are increasingly alarmed by the rising suicide rates, particularly among young men aged 15-29, now the fourth leading cause of death in this demographic. According to The News, the disturbing trend underscores a growing mental health crisis in the country. In 2019, the
WhatsApp introduces ‘Event Planning’ feature
WhatsApp’s new feature is a game-changer for community organizers, bringing a wave of relief. This update streamlines event planning within communities, enabling users to schedule events like birthday parties or PTA meetings directly within the messaging app. This feature will be initially available to groups connected to a community, with
Apple renews talks with OpenAI for iPhone generative AI features
According to Bloomberg News, Apple Inc. has reopened discussions with OpenAI regarding the use of the startup’s generative AI technology in new iPhone features expected later this year. Integration Talks Underway Discussions have commenced regarding potential terms and the integration of OpenAI features into Apple’s upcoming iPhone operating system, iOS
Tesla could start selling Optimus robots by the end of next year
WEB DESK: Tesla’s humanoid robot is still in development but could hit the market by the end of next year, according to CEO Elon Musk. Several companies are investing in humanoid robots to address labor shortages and take on repetitive, potentially hazardous tasks in logistics, warehousing, retail, and manufacturing. Musk
