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Restrictions on X Have Little Impact, Says IT Minister

18Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Pakistan, Sci-Tech

Restrictions on X Have Little Impact, Says IT Minister

The IT minister in Pakistan has stated that restrictions on X (formerly Twitter) have minimal impact because less than 2% of Pakistanis use the platform. This claim is factually incorrect. According to a 2023 survey by Statista, 10.7% of Pakistan's population uses Twitter. This means that millions of Pakistanis are affected by the restrictions on X. The restriction of the social media platform X (formerly Twitter) in Pakistan has sparked debate, but State Minister for IT, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, claims it has minimal impact. Speaking in the National Assembly, the IT minister clarified that the decision was made by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on the Ministry of Interior's instructions, affecting only 2% of Pakistanis who use the platform. However, according to a 2023...

AI Chatbot ChatGPT Search Now Open for All Global Users

17Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Sci-Tech

AI Chatbot ChatGPT Search Now Open for All Global Users

OpenAI, the company behind the popular AI chatbot ChatGPT, has announced that its search feature is now available to all users. This move is seen as a direct challenge to Google's dominance in the search engine market. OpenAI has announced that its ChatGPT-powered internet search is now available to all users. This AI Chatbot ChatGPT is making a significant move in the competitive search engine market dominated by Google. Previously available only to paid subscribers, this feature allows ChatGPT to provide real-time answers sourced from across the web. Users can get quick and reliable information with links to relevant sources—eliminating the need for traditional search engines. Kevin Weil, OpenAI’s chief product officer, shared the update in a YouTube video. He said, “We’re brin...

Apple to Launch a Foldable iPad With 20-Inch Display by 2028

16Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Sci-Tech

Apple to Launch a Foldable iPad With 20-Inch Display by 2028

Credible reports are suggesting that Apple is actively working on a large, foldable iPad, with a potential launch date around 2028. This device is expected to have a screen size of approximately 20 inches when unfolded. Moreover, Apple is planning to make it significantly larger than any current iPad model. Apple is reportedly developing a groundbreaking foldable iPad with a massive 20-inch display, aiming for a launch around 2028. This innovative device is said to unfold to the size of two iPad Pros placed side by side. This device will offer an unparalleled viewing experience in a portable form. According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple has been refining this concept for several years. They are also focusing on eliminating the crease issue commonly found in current foldable devi...

Lahore is All Set To Become Pakistan’s First Smart City

13Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Pakistan, Sci-Tech

Lahore is All Set To Become Pakistan’s First Smart City

Lahore is set to become Pakistan's first smart city, thanks to a collaboration between the Punjab government and Huawei Technologies. This partnership aims to modernize Lahore through technology-driven solutions, improving the quality of life for its residents. Moreover, this project will set a new standard for urban development and innovation. Punjab Chief Minister Maryam Nawaz Sharif is spearheading efforts to transform Lahore into Pakistan’s first smart city. During her official visit to China, she met with Huawei Technologies in Shanghai’s Longgang District to discuss this ambitious yet state-of-the-art project. Maryam invited Huawei to invest in Punjab, particularly in the Nawaz Sharif IT City. She also assured full cooperation for establishing assembly and manufacturing plants...

2024 Set to Be the Hottest Year on Record, Scientists Confirm

10Dec

By Aqsa AzamNo Comments

Global, Sci-Tech

2024 Set to Be the Hottest Year on Record, Scientists Confirm

This year is on track to be the hottest year ever recorded, according to European scientists. They say the Earth has already warmed more than 1.5 degrees Celsius compared to pre-industrial times. This is a big problem because it can lead to more extreme weather like heatwaves, floods, and droughts. Europe’s climate monitor has declared that 2024 is "effectively certain" to be the hottest year in history. According to the Copernicus Climate Change Service, this year will also mark the first time global average temperatures have surpassed 1.5 degrees Celsius (2.7°F) above pre-industrial levels. It is a critical threshold linked to protecting the planet from dangerous overheating. Data from January through November shows that the average global temperatures have reached unprecedented h...