Monday, 13 October 2025 | Reuters No significant impact is expected on Taiwan’s semiconductor industry from China’s new curbs on rare earths as they differ from the metals needed for the chip sector, the island’s economy ministry said on Sunday. China dramatically expanded its rare earths export controls on Thursday, adding five new elements and extra scrutiny for chip users …

Monday, 15 September 2025 | Web Desk Cryptocurrency use is expanding globally, especially in the United States.Pakistan faces unique challenges due to strict foreign exchange controls.Nearly 9 million Pakistanis hold or trade in digital assets, often using them for cross-border transactions similar to the hawala system: Shabbar ZaidiExperts believe virtual currencies may continue to grow in Pakistan, particularly for foreign …

Saturday, 13 September 2025 | Web Desk United States next ambassador to India struck an optimistic tone on Thursday, saying Washington and New Delhi were “not that far apart” on reaching a breakthrough over tariffs that have strained ties between the two countries. Sergio Gor, a longtime Trump aide who currently serves as director of the White House Presidential Personnel …

Monday, 8 September 2025 | Web Desk Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic banks, in collaboration with its Chinese fintech partner OPay, has achieved a remarkable milestone by surpassing Rs100 billion in digital retail payments within a short span of time—marking a new chapter in the country’s financial sector. This achievement not only reflects Faysal Bank’s forward-looking …

Date: July 25, 2025 | NewsMakers Web Desk Aligning Pakistan’s economy with environmental goals, the Economic Coordination Committee (ECC) of the Cabinet on Friday approved the country’s first Green Taxonomy, signaling the national polcy’s turning point for sustainable development. Why Green Taxonomy Matters for Pakistan? The Green Taxonomy, proposed by the Ministry of Climate Change and Environmental Coordination, provides a …

Friday, July 24 2025 | Newsmakers Web Desk Chinese electric vehicle giant BYD has announced plans to roll out its first locally assembled Electric Vehicle (EV) in Pakistan by July or August 2026, aiming to meet the country’s growing demand for electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles. BYD, currently the world’s largest EV manufacturer, is expanding aggressively beyond its home market …

Web Desk: Sindh government has launched the Sindh Business One-Stop Shop (SBOSS), a comprehensive digital platform aimed at simplifying business registration and licensing procedures across the province. Sindh chief minister Syed Murad Ali Shah inaugurated the system at the Chief Minister House. The event was attended by Federal Minister for Investment Qaiser Shaikh, provincial ministers, senior bureaucrats, and members of …

Web Desk:The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a strict warning to all commercial and microfinance banks saying, they will be held responsible for any customer losses caused by digital banking frauds if they fail to take timely preventive measures. The SBP said in its statement:“Banks are required to compensate customers in case of delays in taking necessary control …

Web Desk:Jeddah is all set to host the 31st edition of the FIBA Asia Cup 2025, one of the most prestigious basketball events in the region. The International Basketball Federation (FIBA) has officially announced that Saudi Arabia’s vibrant ‘Red Sea city’ will welcome the tournament at King Abdullah Sports City Hall. The 13-day championship, scheduled from August 5 to August …

Date: July 11, 2025 | NewsMakers Web Desk Sony officially announced a temporary suspension of sales and shipments of the Xperia 1 VII in Japan. The move follows multiple customer complaints reporting serious device malfunctions, including unexpected shutdowns, random restarts, and failing to power on. Sony is actively investigating the issues, as per notices posted on its official support pages …