US restricts AI chip exports, allies get unlimited access
The U.S. leads AI now – both AI development and AI chip design, and it's critical that we keep it that way, says U.S. Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo
Nvidia warns U.S. national security is not improved by new AI chip rule
The regulation would harm U.S. leadership in AI technology and threaten to derail innovation and economic growth worldwide, says Nivida
Apple recommends rejecting proposal to abolish diversity and inclusion programs
The proposal, submitted by the National Center for Public Policy, suggests ending Apple's inclusion and diversity initiatives, citing legal, reputational, and financial risks
61% of Pakistani businesses rank data protection as top IT concern
33% of global firms secure connected devices, but only 9% in Pakistan manage the same
Meta faces Brazilian government scrutiny over fact-checking overhaul
The move follows Meta’s announcement of discontinuing its U.S. fact-checking program and relaxing restrictions on sensitive discussions
Project Liberty-led group announces intention to acquire TikTok U.S
The bid comes as ByteDance faces a January 19 deadline to sell the platform or risk a ban under legislation signed by President Joe Biden on April 24
Google to face trial in privacy lawsuit over unauthorized data tracking
Earlier, Google agreed to destroy billions of data records related to users who believed they were browsing privately in Chrome’s "Incognito" mode
Apple denies selling Siri data after $95 million lawsuit settlement
The statement follows a $95 million settlement over claims that Siri unintentionally recorded private conversations and shared them with third parties
Nvidia unveils $3,000 Project DIGITS AI computer at CES 2025
Nvidia aims to bridge the gap between Linux and Microsoft's Windows through the Windows Subsystem for Linux technology
Microsoft to invest $3 billion in AI and cloud infrastructure in India
Microsoft’s $3 billion investment aims to bolster AI and cloud infrastructure, positioning India as a key player in global AI development
Starlink registered with Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan: IT Minister
Space Board Authority reviewing technical aspects, updates communicated to Starlink, says Shaza Fatima Khawaja
Elon Musk reveals Starlink awaits government approval for Pakistan launch
As Pakistan’s IT sector expands, Starlink’s potential to bridge the digital divide in underserved areas is significant
Microsoft boosts U.S. AI leadership with $80 billion data center funding
The development of AI models requires substantial computing power, driving the need for specialized data centers capable of linking thousands of chips in clusters
Submarine cable fault addressed, internet services stable: PTA
Pakistan’s fixed broadband services rank 141 out of 158 countries, with a median speed of just 15.6 Mbps
Apple offers rare discounts on iPhones in China to combat competition
The discount applies to several iPhone models when purchased with specific payment methods, including WeChat Pay or Alipay.