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140 Million Pakistanis Have Internet Coverage but Don't Use It. That's the Real Problem

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Around 140 million Pakistanis live in areas covered by mobile broadband but don't use mobile internet, one of the world's largest "usage gaps" (per GSMA 2026). This shows Pakistan's digital divide is no longer mainly about network coverage, but about affordability, digital literacy, relevant content, and devices. Closing it requires tackling these barriers, not just building more towers.

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How to Get Into a Startup Incubator in Pakistan (and Whether You Should)

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Startup incubators like Pakistan's National Incubation Center (NIC) offer early-stage founders mentorship, a structured curriculum, free coworking space, investor connections, and networking, usually without taking equity. With NICs in seven cities and applications opening periodically (including current cohorts), founders apply online, get screened, and pitch to a panel. They're valuable for the right early-stage founder.

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How Your Small Business in Pakistan Can Actually Use AI (Without a Tech Team)

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Small businesses in Pakistan can use AI without a tech team or big budget. Practical applications include automating WhatsApp customer replies, scanning invoices and receipts to cut data entry, analyzing sales to spot trends, generating marketing content, and drafting communications. The best approach: start with your single biggest time-waster, use one simple tool, then expand gradually.

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Usman Bawa: The SEO Writer Who Nearly Got Fired, Then Built an Academy

Zarish - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Usman Bawa is a Pakistani SEO content writer, LinkedIn specialist, and Top Rated Upwork freelancer who is the founder and CEO of Intechskills, a digital skills academy. After a near-firing early in his career taught him to write for business results, not just fill pages, he built a client practice and now trains others in SEO, freelancing, and content.

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Why Can't Pakistani Freelancers Use PayPal? The Real Cost of Payment Friction

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

PayPal and Stripe remain unavailable to Pakistani freelancers in 2026, mainly due to regulatory and compliance issues, not technical ones. Freelancers rely on Payoneer, Wise, and local wallets instead, but the fee gap between the best and worst method can be 3-5% per invoice, costing the sector hundreds of millions annually. Emerging fintech and stablecoins may eventually help.

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Pakistan's IT Industry Just Had Its Best Year Ever, While Cutting Jobs. What's Going On?

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's IT industry posted record exports of $4.6 billion in FY2025-26 (up ~21%), yet is simultaneously shedding jobs faster than in recent history. The paradox is driven largely by AI, which boosts productivity and revenue while automating routine, entry-level work. It signals a shift toward "jobless growth", more output from fewer, higher-skilled workers.

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Connected Pakistan Off the Record: Where Pakistan's Business Leaders Meet Behind Closed Doors

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

"Connected Pakistan Off the Record" is a new series of exclusive, invite-only industry meetups by Connected Pakistan and The Hive, held in Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad. Designed for meaningful conversations beyond the stage, they bring together CEOs, founders, startups, agency owners, top freelancers, and changemakers to build genuine connections and explore collaborations.

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5G Is Finally Coming to Pakistan. Here's When You'll Actually Get It

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan is close to launching 5G: the spectrum auction is expected soon, after which telecom operators need roughly 5-6 months to build infrastructure before 5G services begin in major cities. So realistic 5G availability is likely several months away, starting in key urban areas. You don't need to rush to buy a 5G phone immediately.

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He Lost a $120 Million Startup. Now Silicon Valley Is Backing His Comeback

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Usman Gul, co-founder of Airlift (a Pakistani startup that raised $120 million before collapsing in 2022), has returned with a new AI startup, Metal. In September 2026, Metal raised $4.5 million in seed funding led by a16z Speedrun and Y Combinator, marking one of the most notable Pakistani founder comebacks and a lesson in resilience.

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Pakistan Has a Dozen Free Tech Training Programs. Which One Should You Actually Do

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan offers many free tech training programs in 2026, including DigiSkills 3.0, the PMYP Digital Skills Program, HEC's AI training (which recently graduated 6,000 students), and free Google and Meta courses. The best choice depends on your goals and level. But completing a course isn't enough, turning training into income requires practice, projects, and persistence.

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Groceries in 30 Minutes: How Quick Commerce Is Quietly Taking Over Pakistani Cities

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Quick commerce (q-commerce) delivers groceries and essentials in 10-30 minutes via local "dark stores." In Pakistan, it's growing fast: global ride-hailing firm inDrive acquired pioneer Krave Mart in 2026 to build a super app, while Pandamart and others compete. It promises convenience for urban consumers but faces real profitability and logistics challenges.

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Fiverr and Upwork Are in Trouble. What Happens to Pakistan's Freelancers If the Platforms Die?

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Major freelance platforms are struggling in 2026: Upwork's stock is down about 56%, Fiverr's down over 40% with its first-ever revenue decline forecast, both are losing buyers and raising fees, as AI erodes low-value gigs. For platform-dependent Pakistani freelancers, this is a warning to diversify clients and build direct relationships beyond single marketplaces.

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A Unicorn With Pakistani Roots Just Emerged. But Is Fasset Really "Pakistan's Unicorn"?

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Fasset, a UAE-based stablecoin fintech co-founded by Lahore-born Daniel Ahmed, reached a $1 billion valuation in August 2026 after a $68 million Series C led by SBI Group. While celebrated as a "Pakistani unicorn," it's more accurately a global fintech with Pakistani roots, its major Pakistan plans (real estate tokenization) are promising but still largely aspirational.

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Pakistan's Crypto Rules Just Went Live: What the September 5 Deadline Means for You

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) opened its crypto licensing regime in August 2026, setting a September 5 deadline for existing crypto firms to apply for a No Objection Certificate or cease operations. It's a regulation framework, not a ban, aiming to bring crypto under formal oversight with rules on compliance, banking access, and consumer protection.

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Get Hired as a Full Employee by a Foreign Company, From Pakistan. Here's How EOR Works

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

An Employer of Record (EOR) lets a foreign company hire a Pakistani as a full-time employee, with salary, benefits, and a proper contract, without setting up a local office. A third-party EOR provider (like Deel or Remote) legally employs you on the company's behalf, handling payroll and compliance. It's a fast-growing alternative to freelancing.

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Pakistan Beats the UK, Germany, and China in Tech Talent. One Thing Holds It Back

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan ranks 16th of 193 countries in the 2026 Global Outsourcing Talent Index, ahead of the UK, Germany, France, China, and Vietnam, driven by top scores in cost (97/100) and talent (8th globally). But its digital infrastructure scores just 30/100. Fixing this single weakness could lift Pakistan to 11th globally.

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The Ball at the World Cup Was Made in Pakistan. Here's the Business Story Behind Sialkot

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Sialkot, Pakistan produces around 70% of the world's hand-stitched footballs, exporting roughly 40 million a year to brands like Adidas, Nike, and Puma. Local firm Forward Sports has made the official FIFA World Cup match ball for four consecutive tournaments (2014-2026). The industry earns Pakistan hundreds of millions in exports annually.

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Every AI Prompt Drinks Water. What That Means for Thirsty Pakistan

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

AI consumes significant water, mainly to cool the data centers running it. Estimates vary widely (from under 2ml to over 150ml per query), but aggregate use is large: Google reported around 6.4 billion gallons in 2023. For water-stressed Pakistan, this matters as the country considers data-center ambitions amid an already severe water crisis.

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Free Google AI for Pakistani Students: Inside the New Google-Pakistan Deal

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan and Google signed an agreement to expand tech cooperation, giving Pakistani students free one-year access to Google AI tools including Gemini and AI Plus. The deal also establishes an AI Center of Excellence in Islamabad, expands Google Career Certificates, and applies AI to agriculture and small businesses, aiming to boost digital skills and IT exports.

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Pakistani Freelancers Just Earned $175M in a Month. Here's How to Keep More of Yours

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistani freelancers earned a record $175 million in July 2026, up 45.5% year-on-year. To keep more of their earnings, freelancers can register with PSEB to pay just 0.25% tax on foreign income (versus 1% unregistered, or up to 45% otherwise), provided they receive payments through formal banking channels and meet remittance conditions.

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Ufone and Telenor Just Became One. What It Means for Your SIM, Bill, and Signal

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Telenor Pakistan merged into Ufone's parent company PTML on July 1, 2026, ceasing to exist as a separate entity. The combined operator (~72 million subscribers) becomes Pakistan's second-largest, reshaping the market from four major players to three. For now, existing Telenor and Ufone SIMs keep working normally, with regulators imposing conditions to protect consumers and competition.

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AI Just Started Solving Problems Humans Couldn't. What It Means for Pakistan

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

In August 2026, AI crossed a threshold from completing tasks to contributing original, verifiable research, an AI system reportedly solved 10 long-unsolved math and computer-science problems with checkable proofs. Combined with AI assistants crossing a billion users each and collapsing costs, it signals AI becoming a genuine tool for discovery, with real opportunities and challenges for Pakistan.

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Temu's Prices Exploded in Pakistan. Was Taxing It Smart or a Mistake?

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's 2025-26 budget introduced a 5% digital presence tax and higher customs on foreign e-commerce platforms like Temu and AliExpress, ending their duty-free advantage. Temu prices then surged up to 300%, partly from the tax and partly its own "price buffering." The move aims to protect local sellers and capture revenue, but raises costs for consumers.

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ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini in 2026: Which AI Should Pakistanis Actually Use?

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

In 2026, there's no single "best" AI assistant, the right one depends on your task. Broadly: ChatGPT is a strong all-rounder with the widest features; Claude excels at writing and coding; and Gemini integrates best with Google tools. All offer free tiers usable in Pakistan. The smart approach is matching the tool to the job.

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Innoventure Club '26: A Wilderness Reset in Swat for Pakistan's Tech Community

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Innoventure Club '26 is a 4-day wilderness and tech experience in Swat Valley by Connected Pakistan and TechTrip, held 18–21 September 2026 at Taip Banda. Designed for developers, freelancers, founders, and creators, it combines hiking, waterfalls, bonfires, and Basant festivities with mentorship and workshops — an off-the-grid reset from screen fatigue, starting from Rs 60,000.

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BISP Digital Wallets: How Pakistan Is Banking 10 Million Poor Women

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's Benazir Income Support Programme (BISP) is shifting payments for over 10 million poor women to CNIC-linked digital wallets in 2026, aiming for 100% digital payments. With 8 million+ free SIMs distributed and an interoperable system allowing withdrawals at any partner agent, it ends long queues and middlemen deductions, a major financial-inclusion and women's-empowerment step.

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100 Tech Heroes of Pakistan 2026: Nominations Are Open

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

100 Tech Heroes of Pakistan 2026 is a Connected Pakistan initiative recognizing 100 individuals making meaningful impact in the country's technology ecosystem. First introduced at CPC23 in 2023, this new edition welcomes founders, developers, freelancers, researchers, educators, and changemakers. Nominations are open, you can nominate yourself or someone deserving, based on impact rather than titles.

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Pakistan's New Data Policy Gives You the Right to Know Who Accessed Your Data

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's draft National Data Governance Policy 2026 establishes the country's first unified framework for government data, declaring it a national asset held in trust for citizens. It grants Pakistanis new digital rights, including knowing who accessed their personal data, correcting errors, requesting erasure, and demanding human review of AI-driven decisions, alongside stronger privacy and breach-notification rules.

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The World Is Going Back to the Office. Why That's Good News for Pakistan

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Global return-to-office mandates are surging, fully in-office roles rose from 65% to 87% in early 2026. But this can benefit Pakistani remote workers: when Western firms force local staff back to offices, some quit, and companies increasingly fill roles with international remote talent. For cost-effective, skilled Pakistani workers, this shift may expand global opportunities.

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Pakistan Builds Startups but Can't Scale Them: The Series B Problem

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's startup ecosystem has a "scale-up gap": startups can raise early seed and pre-Series A funding, but growth-stage (Series B and beyond) capital barely exists, 2024 saw zero Series B rounds. This forces promising companies to sell early or move abroad, which is why Pakistan, despite 1,000+ startups, still has no unicorn.

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Google Is Giving 350,000 Free Career Certificates to Pakistanis: How to Get One

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Google has expanded its digital skills program to offer 350,000 free Career Certificates to Pakistanis, adding 150,000 new scholarships. The online, industry-recognized courses cover AI, data analytics, cybersecurity, project management, digital marketing, and e-commerce, normally costing $400–$1,000 each. They're accessible through partners like Tech Valley and provincial higher education bodies, aiming to build job-ready digital skills.

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Google Officially Opens Its Pakistan Office: What It Means for the Country

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Google officially opened its Pakistan office in Islamabad on August 18, 2026, inaugurated by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif alongside Google Vice President for Global Affairs Wilson L. White. The move marks a major expansion of Google's presence, follows the start of Chromebook manufacturing in Haripur, and signals growing big-tech confidence in Pakistan's digital economy.

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Why Pakistani Remote Workers Should Get Paid in USD in 2026

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Global hiring data shows remote workers in high-inflation economies increasingly choose to be paid in USD or stablecoins to protect their earnings, 84.6% of Argentine workers chose USD over local currency. For Pakistani remote workers facing rupee volatility, getting paid and holding value in dollars (within legal channels) is becoming a smart financial-protection strategy, alongside positioning for specialized roles.

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How Pakistani SMEs Can Actually Get Financing in 2026 (Beyond Just Banks)

Syed - Connected Pakistan

Pakistani SMEs, which contribute around 40% of GDP, often struggle to get bank financing due to collateral demands and cautious lending. Real options in 2026 include development funds like SEDF (which cover up to 70% of financing), SBP-backed SME schemes, government programs, supplier and invoice financing, and emerging fintech lenders. Preparing clean financial records is essential.

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AI Is Killing Entry-Level Tech Jobs in Pakistan. So How Does Anyone Start Now

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

New P@SHA data shows AI has cut entry-level tech hiring in Pakistan by around 25% since 2024, with basic writing, data entry, and junior coding roles most exposed. But demand is rising for AI engineering, cloud, and cybersecurity skills. The entry-level "ladder" is changing, newcomers must now start with AI-augmented, higher-value skills rather than routine tasks.

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From YouTube Tutorials to a Creative Brand: Areesha Atif's Story

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Areesha Atif is a Karachi-based graphic designer and the founder of Areesha GFX, a creative brand she built after teaching herself Photoshop through YouTube in 2022. By her own account, she has completed 750+ projects for local and international clients, and now trains other women in freelancing through her Al Fatimah Online Academy.

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The Highest-Opportunity Tech Skills for Pakistanis in 2026

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The highest-opportunity tech skills for Pakistanis in 2026 combine high global demand with low local supply, meaning better pay and faster hiring. These include AI engineering, AI automation, data engineering, and cybersecurity, often paying $2,000–12,000/month remotely. Crowded skills like basic web development pay less; specializing where competition is low is the smarter strategy.

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PTA Tax in Pakistan 2026: How It Works and How to Avoid Overpaying

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

PTA tax is a fee to register an imported phone with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority so it works on local networks. It's based on the phone's C&F value plus 18% sales tax, and is usually lower on a passport than a CNIC. You can check exact tax via SMS to 8484 or the DIRBS system before buying.

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PSEB Launches Pakistan's First Top Freelancer Award: Why It Matters

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB) has introduced a dedicated Top Freelancer Award as part of its IT Export Awards 2026, the first time individual freelancers, not just registered companies, are formally recognized. Tied to the August 2026 cycle, it rewards freelancers with strong, verifiable export earnings, signaling growing official recognition of Pakistan's freelance economy.

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Pakistan at 79: An Honest Look at Where We Really Stand in Tech

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

At 79, Pakistan's tech story is genuinely mixed: real progress (record $4.6B IT exports, a $1B+ freelance economy, new AI hubs and data centers) sits alongside hard gaps (no unicorn, massive skilled emigration, a falling human development ranking, and a widening AI divide with peers). The honest verdict: real momentum, but not yet matching the challenge.

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From an Ice Stall to a Fast-Growing Laptop Brand: The Story of Master Faheem

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Master Muhammad Faheem Imtiaz is the founder and CEO of Techno X Laptops, a fast-growing Pakistani pre-owned laptop brand. Raised in a small town helping run his family's ice-selling and repair businesses, he launched Techno X in early 2023 with minimal investment, building trust through a pioneering 100-day warranty while working a government job simultaneously.

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Usama Ahmed: The Software Engineer Who Built a Travel Brand From Scratch

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Usama Ahmed is the Lahore-based founder and CEO of Paradise Tours Pakistan, which he started in 2018 as a nineteen-year-old software engineering student with just a Facebook page and pocket money. Choosing tourism over a tech career, he built the company over roughly eight years into a trusted travel brand serving corporate and international clients through relentless honesty and quality.

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The Remote Hiring Game Just Changed: What Pakistani Workers Need in 2026

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Global remote hiring shifted decisively to skills-based hiring in 2026: employers now prioritize validated, job-ready skills over degrees and resumes, while AI roles surged 283% (Deel). For Pakistani workers, this is opportunity and challenge, real skills can win global jobs without elite credentials, but competition is surging and hiring standards are tightening.

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You Don't Need to Code: Non-IT Freelancing Grew 188% in Pakistan

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Non-IT freelance earnings in Pakistan grew 188% in FY26, reaching $592 million from $205 million, outpacing IT freelancing's 49% growth. The top categories are content writing, digital marketing, graphic design, virtual assistance, and finance/business support, skills needing far less technical training than software development, making them the fastest entry point for beginners.

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Husein Mustafa: Building Pakistan's Largest Agency-Owner Community

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Husein Mustafa is a Pakistani entrepreneur, co-founder of Reality Cheque, one of Pakistan's largest communities for digital agency owners, and of RC DFY and TSG. Starting in sales through cold calling in 2018, he built expertise in outbound systems, then created a community and coaching ecosystem helping agencies move from inconsistent growth to predictable revenue.

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Ali Ashfaq: From Data Engineer to Founder of DataRopes.ai

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Ali Ashfaq is a Lahore-based data engineer and the founder and CEO of DataRopes.ai, a company helping global businesses turn raw data into decision-making advantage. With nearly a decade across TenX, Systems Limited, and Coca-Cola CCI, and having engineered Pakistan's TASDEEQ credit bureau platform, he builds modern data architectures, pipelines, and AI systems for international clients.

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Saad Munir: "The Agency Guy" Scaling Global Agencies From Lahore

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Saad Munir, known as "The Agency Guy," is a Pakistani entrepreneur from Lahore and the CEO and founder of HexaClicks, a white-label fulfillment company helping digital agencies scale. With around 15 years in the global agency space, he champions a "systems beat hustle" philosophy and hosts the podcast SynQ with Saad, mentoring founders across the industry.

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Pakistan Gets Its First NVIDIA H200 AI Chips: Why It's a Big Deal

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Indus Cloud (Master Group), with Cisco, launched Pakistan's first AI GPU cluster powered by NVIDIA H200 chips in August 2026, bringing brand-new H200 GPUs onto Pakistani soil for the first time. These high-end chips power AI training and large language models, giving local businesses, startups, and universities in-country access to world-class AI computing.

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The $700 Billion AI Arms Race: What It Means for Pakistan

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

In 2026, the global AI infrastructure race reached staggering scale: hyperscalers are spending nearly $700 billion on data centers, Anthropic committed roughly $71 billion to compute, and TSMC raised US investment to $265 billion. Driven by a persistent chip shortage, compute has become AI's defining battleground, widening the gap between a few nations and everyone else.

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How to Earn Your First Income With AI Tools in Pakistan

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

To earn your first income with AI tools in Pakistan: pick one skill (writing, design, or video), learn a free AI tool like ChatGPT or Canva, package a simple service, create samples, offer it on Fiverr or locally, and set up Payoneer for payments. Start with free tools, avoid instant-income scams, and focus on real value.

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Raast Will Process More Money Than Pakistan's Entire Economy in 2026

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Raast is Pakistan's instant payment system by the State Bank, enabling free, real-time money transfers between people, businesses, and government. In 2026 it's projected to process over $500 billion, exceeding Pakistan's estimated $452 billion GDP. It has grown roughly 162 times since 2022, and a new consent-based "pull payment" feature is launching soon.

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The Brain Drain Debate: Should Pakistani Engineers Stay or Leave?

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The brain drain debate weighs individual opportunity against national loss. Around 11,000 engineers left Pakistan in 2024–25 seeking stability and higher pay, while critics warn of massive productivity losses. Supporters cite record remittances as "brain gain." The honest answer isn't stay or leave, but building a Pakistan where staying is a real choice, not a sacrifice.

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How to Start Selling Online in Pakistan in 2026

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

To start selling online in Pakistan, choose a channel: Daraz for instant reach and traffic, your own Shopify or WooCommerce store for control and branding, or social selling (Instagram, Facebook, WhatsApp) for the lowest-cost start. Pakistan's e-commerce market exceeds PKR 1.2 trillion, most orders come from mobile, and cash on delivery still dominates.

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Pakistan's Freelance Dream Is Changing: The Next 5 Years

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's freelance economy is entering a K-shaped split: as AI automates commodity work like basic writing and data entry, low-skill freelancers face collapsing demand, while specialized freelancers who use AI and offer human judgment earn more than ever. The era of selling cheap execution is ending; the future rewards those who build and specialize.

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The Skills Pakistani Coders Need to Survive the AI Coding Era

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

To survive the AI coding era, Pakistani developers must shift from writing code to directing and verifying it. Key skills include system design, critically reviewing AI-generated code, effective prompting, debugging, cloud and deployment knowledge, strong fundamentals, and communication. AI now writes nearly 50% of code, but only 29% of developers trust its accuracy, human judgment is the differentiator.

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How to Get a Full-Time Remote Job From Pakistan in 2026

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

A remote job is full-time salaried employment with a foreign company, offering stable monthly income and benefits, while freelancing means variable project-based income from multiple clients. To land a remote job from Pakistan, build in-demand skills, create a portfolio, optimize LinkedIn, apply through vetted platforms like Toptal, Turing, and remote-first companies, and register with SECP/FBR for taxes.

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Why Most Pakistani Startups Struggle to Raise Money

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Most Pakistani startups struggle to raise funding due to a "progression problem": too few local investors, thin follow-on capital, and cautious money that bets on founders over ideas. Pakistan's startups raised about $1 billion since 2015, versus India's $160 billion. Founders can turn to non-dilutive grants like the Pakistan Startup Fund, revenue, and warm introductions.

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Best Budget Smartphones in Pakistan Under PKR 50,000 (2026)

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The best budget smartphones under PKR 50,000 in Pakistan (2026) include the Infinix Hot 60 Pro for gaming (144Hz AMOLED), the Tecno Spark 40 Pro for balanced value, the Redmi Note 14 as the safest all-rounder, and the itel S26 Ultra for its premium display. Always verify PTA approval and check the IMEI before buying.

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Pakistan Launches NAAI: 7 AI Hubs and 560 Startups

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The National Artificial Intelligence Advancement Initiative (NAAI) is Pakistan's plan to establish seven AI Hubs, in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit, to incubate 560 startups over two years and give non-dilutive seed grants to 150. Launched under the National AI Policy, it focuses on healthcare, agriculture, fintech, and more.

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Pakistan IT Exports Hit $4.6B as Freelancers Cross $1 Billion

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's IT exports reached a record $4.6 billion in fiscal year 2025-26, a 21% increase from $3.814 billion, according to State Bank data. Freelancers crossed $1 billion for the first time, up 50% year-on-year and contributing about 25% of total IT exports. The result met the lower target but missed the $5 billion goal.

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How to Land a Remote Job With a Foreign Company From Pakistan

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

To land a remote job with a foreign company from Pakistan, build a strong portfolio, target remote-first companies (GitLab, Automattic, Zapier) and vetted platforms (Toptal, Turing, Deel), apply as a contractor, prepare for time-zone overlap, and get paid via Payoneer, Wise, or Deel. A degree is rarely required, skills and portfolio matter most.

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How to Start Selling Online in Pakistan 2026: A Beginner's Guide

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

To start selling online in Pakistan, choose a platform (Daraz for instant reach, Shopify/WooCommerce for your own brand, or Facebook/Instagram/WhatsApp for social selling), pick a product with real demand, set up payments via JazzCash, easypaisa, or cash-on-delivery, arrange delivery through a courier, and list with quality photos. Pakistan's e-commerce market exceeds PKR 1.2 trillion in 2026.

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WhatsApp's New Features in August 2026: What's Rolling Out

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

WhatsApp's 2026 updates include a new username system for more privacy, @all mentions and upgraded polls for group chats, dual accounts on iPhone, cross-platform chat transfer between Android and iPhone, AI photo editing and writing tools, voice chats in groups, and sharing music to Status. Most roll out gradually worldwide.

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FIA's AI Airport Profiling: Security vs Privacy Explained

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) is using AI-assisted profiling and a Risk Analysis Unit to identify high-risk passengers and curb human smuggling, analyzing travel history, destination, and visa type. In "high-risk" cases it may examine mobile phones. Legal experts argue phone searches without a formal criminal inquiry may exceed FIA authority and infringe constitutional privacy rights.

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Best Budget Smartphones in Pakistan 2026: A Buyer's Guide

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The best budget smartphones in Pakistan for 2026 come from Infinix, Tecno, Redmi, Realme, and Samsung. Under Rs 30,000, prioritize battery and storage; under Rs 40,000, expect 120Hz displays and better cameras; under Rs 50,000, near-flagship features. Always confirm PTA approval, aim for 6GB+ RAM, 128GB storage, and a 5000mAh battery.

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Pakistan's Cashless Surge: 88% of Payments Now Digital

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's digital payments are surging: per the State Bank's FY2024-25 review, retail payments reached 9.1 billion transactions worth PKR 612 trillion, with digital channels now 88% of the total. Raast, the free instant payment system, more than doubled and serves 48 million users. Yet cash still dominates due to a persistent "sticky cash culture."

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Silicon Valley's Plug and Play Is Coming to Pakistan

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Plug and Play Tech Center, a leading Silicon Valley startup accelerator, signed a Letter of Intent in July 2026 to establish operations in Islamabad and Karachi. It aims to accelerate up to 300 startups from Pakistani universities and connect them with over 600 global corporate partners, helping them raise investment and expand internationally while staying based in Pakistan.

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Why Pakistan Halted the Ufone-Telenor 'e&' Rebrand

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

In July 2026, Pakistan's federal government halted the proposed rebranding of the merged Ufone-Telenor entity to "e&," the global brand of UAE-based Etisalat Group. Concerns included removing the word "Pakistan" from a strategically significant operator's identity, whether the Ufone board had authority to approve it, and roughly $800 million in outstanding dues. A legal review is underway.

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Pakistan Launches 7 AI Hubs to Incubate 560 Startups

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The National Artificial Intelligence Advancement Initiative (NAAI) is Pakistan's plan, launched July 2026 by MoITT under the National AI Policy, to establish seven AI Hubs in Islamabad, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Quetta, Muzaffarabad, and Gilgit. It aims to incubate 560 AI startups over two years and provide 150 non-dilutive seed grants.

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KonnectX Karachi 2026: Why Premium Networking Matters

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

KonnectX Karachi 2026 is a premium networking conference by Connected Pakistan, held Saturday, August 1, 2026 at Innovista Indus, DHA Karachi. It brings together 200+ founders, CEOs, entrepreneurs, and investors for keynotes, panels, AI and business insights, awards, and an exclusive networking dinner aboard the Ocean Dream II Cruise.

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Why Pakistani Engineers Are Leaving and What It Means

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan is experiencing large-scale skilled emigration, with official data showing roughly 11,000 engineers, 5,000 doctors, and 13,000 accountants leaving between 2024 and 2025. Drivers include economic instability, low pay, limited opportunity, and better prospects abroad. While remittances (over $38 billion in 2024-25) cushion the economy, critics warn the long-term loss of talent and innovation is harder to replace.

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Pakistan Joins WAICO: What the New AI Alliance Means

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan became a founding member of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organisation (WAICO) on July 16, 2026, when Deputy PM and Foreign Minister Ishaq Dar signed the agreement in Shanghai. The China-proposed body, joined by around 29-31 countries, aims to promote international AI cooperation and bridge the global AI divide, particularly for developing nations.

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Pakistan Launches Its Largest AI Data Centre: What It Means

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Sky47 Karakoram-01 is Pakistan's largest AI-ready data centre, inaugurated on July 24, 2026 in Islamabad. Built by Mari Technologies with China's ZTE, the 8.5-megawatt, Tier III/IV facility provides high-performance computing for AI, cloud, and secure data hosting. Its sovereign cloud keeps critical data within Pakistan, with similar centres planned for Karachi and Lahore.

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How Pakistani Women Are Winning in Tech and Freelancing

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistani women are increasingly succeeding in tech and freelancing, often earning equal or slightly higher hourly rates than men, reversing the global gender gap. Though women make up only 15-25% of freelancers, their participation is rising fast, driven by remote work's flexibility, government laptop and training schemes, and growing digital access across the country.

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Pakistan's IT Ministry Plans a 10-Year Digital Roadmap

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's Ministry of IT and Telecommunication (MoITT) is developing a 10-year digital transformation roadmap to modernize digital governance and strengthen the digital economy. Announced in July 2026, it will be implemented in three phases, short term (0-2 years), medium term (3-5 years), and long term (6-10 years), as part of a broader ministry restructuring.

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How to Register as a Freelancer With PSEB (2026 Guide)

Syed - Connected Pakistan

To register as a freelancer with PSEB, visit the official PSEB portal, select freelancer registration, create an account, and submit your CNIC, NTN, and proof of foreign income. Pay the registration fee (around PKR 500 per year for freelancers). Once verified, you receive a PSEB certificate, and your IT export tax drops from 1% to 0.25%.

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Why AI Companies Are Now Renting Power From Rivals

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Meta is reportedly in early-stage talks to lease AI computing power to Anthropic in a deal potentially worth up to $10 billion over two years. Anthropic proposed it in June 2026. The talks reflect a severe industry-wide compute shortage, and would mark Meta's entry into cloud computing. No agreement has been reached.

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PM Launches Robotics Program and $20 Million Venture Fund

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

At the Indus RAS Expo on July 23, 2026, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif launched the Spark and Elevate Program to promote robotics and autonomous systems, and announced a $20 million Pakistan Venture Fund to support innovation, research, and technology startups. The goal is turning research into commercial technologies and creating high-quality jobs.

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FIA and Meta Deal Could Cut Cybercrime Cases to Days

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's Federal Investigation Agency has established a direct official channel with Meta Asia Pacific to speed up investigations into organised cybercrime, online fraud, and hate speech. Meta formally recognised the FIA's Single Point of Contact at the National Command and Control Centre (NC3). Response times for lawful requests are expected to fall from months to days.

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Indus RAS Expo 2026: Pakistan's First National Robotics Show

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Indus RAS Expo 2026 is Pakistan's first national exhibition dedicated to Robotics and Autonomous Systems, held July 22-23, 2026 at the Pak-China Friendship Centre, Islamabad. Hosted by Ignite (National Technology Fund) under the Ministry of IT, with NCRA and NUST E&ME, it features RoboWars, drone demos, startup showcases, and free public registration.

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PTA and Meta Sign Deal on Youth Online Safety in Pakistan

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and Meta signed a Letter of Intent in July 2026 to promote youth online safety, digital literacy, and digital well-being. The framework covers capacity building, policy dialogue, awareness campaigns, and sharing global best practices, plus engagement on online content governance and regulatory compliance across Pakistan.

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Pakistan's PM Launches AI System to Track Every Order

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

PMOS (Prime Minister's Office System) is Pakistan's first AI-powered government platform, launched on July 21, 2026. It records, communicates, monitors, and tracks every directive issued by the Prime Minister, from issuance through implementation, verified completion, and post-completion review, replacing paper-based workflows with digital processes across ministries.

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Pakistan's 5G Fix: New Spectrum and the Fiber Problem

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan has assigned E-Band spectrum to mobile operators to provide high-capacity wireless backhaul for 5G. The move addresses a key bottleneck: only about 17.9% of Pakistan's mobile towers are connected by fiber. Operators must reach 20% fiber-to-the-site by 2028, rising to 35% by 2035, under their 5G licence conditions.

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Pakistan and Japan Join Forces on AI and Tech Talent

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan and Japan agreed to deepen cooperation in AI, Web3, and digital technologies at a July 2026 startup event in Tokyo, organized by Pakistan's Embassy and the Asia Web3 Alliance Japan (AWAJ). A key driver: Japan faces a shortage of hundreds of thousands of IT engineers by 2030, making Pakistan's engineering talent a strategic asset.

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Social Media Automation: What's Safe vs What Gets You Banned

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Safe social media automation uses official tools like Meta Business Suite, Buffer, or Hootsuite for scheduling and analytics. Risky automation, mass-posting to groups, bulk auto-commenting, fake engagement, scraping, and detection-evasion tools, violates platform rules and can get your account permanently banned. The rule of thumb: automate your own workflow, never fake human activity.

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How to Monetize Facebook in Pakistan 2026: Full Guide

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Yes, Facebook monetization is available in Pakistan. Creators can earn through the Facebook Content Monetization Program (in-stream ads, Reels), Facebook Stars, fan subscriptions, and branded content. In-stream ads typically require 5,000-10,000 followers and 60,000-600,000 watch minutes in 60 days. Payouts reach Pakistani creators via Payoneer or bank transfer.

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AI Jobs in Pakistan 2026: Salaries, Skills, and How to Start

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

AI jobs are among Pakistan's fastest-growing and highest-paying tech careers in 2026. Top roles include machine learning engineer, data scientist, AI engineer, and NLP specialist. Local salaries range from about PKR 50,000-80,000/month for entry level to PKR 200,000+ for senior roles, while remote work for global clients can pay $1,000-3,000+ monthly.

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Dr. Samar Mubarakmand: Pakistan's Quiet Scientific Giant

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Dr. Samar Mubarakmand is a renowned Pakistani nuclear physicist, born in 1942, known for his research in gamma spectroscopy and building the Charged Particle Accelerator at PINSTECH. Oxford-educated, he was a pioneer of fibre-optic technology in Pakistan, founding chairman of NESCOM, and today leads mineral exploration as chairman of the Punjab Mineral Company.

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Pakistan's AI Readiness Ranking: Behind Its Neighbors

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan ranks 8th out of 17 countries in South and Central Asia on the Oxford Insights Government AI Readiness Index, placing it below India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka. The index measures government vision, digital infrastructure, and data systems. Pakistan has made progress but lags due to gaps in infrastructure, data systems, and implementation.

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Pakistan's 5G in 2026: Live in 22 Cities, But Is It Working?

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's 5G is live in 22 cities with 449 active tower sites as of mid-2026, and 3.81 million 5G-ready phones are registered. However, 5G currently runs on existing 4G towers with no new infrastructure yet, so users still face slow speeds and dropped calls. New 5G infrastructure is expected over the next six to eight months.

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Pakistan's IT Exports Hit Record $4.5 Billion in 2026

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's IT exports reached a record $4.5 billion in FY2025-26, up about 29% from $3.475 billion the previous year. The growth was driven by software development, business process outsourcing (BPO), SaaS, and gaming, with Pakistani firms notably expanding into Asia-Pacific markets like Japan and Singapore beyond traditional US and European clients.

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ChatGPT vs Claude vs Gemini: Best AI for Pakistanis 2026

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

For Pakistani professionals in 2026, the best AI depends on your work. Claude leads for writing quality and coding, ChatGPT offers the broadest features and ecosystem, and Gemini is best for research and Google Workspace users. All three cost about $20/month for paid tiers, with capable free versions. Many professionals use a combination.

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How to Start an Amazon Business From Pakistan in 2026

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Yes, Pakistanis can sell on Amazon. Pakistan is on Amazon's approved seller list, so you can register using Pakistani documents. You receive payments through Payoneer, then withdraw to a local bank in rupees. Realistic startup budgets for private label range from $3,000 to $8,000, and beginners should treat it as a real business, not a shortcut.

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Pakistan's Digital E-Passport: Apply Online, Get It Home

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan is gradually replacing machine-readable passports with a fully digital e-passport system. Citizens will be able to apply online through the NADRA Pak ID app, upload documents, pay fees digitally, and receive passports at home. Pakistan first launched e-passports in 2022 and upgraded them in 2025 with laser engraving and digital security certificates.

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OpenAI's GPT-Live: The AI You Can Talk to Naturally

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

GPT-Live is OpenAI's new generation of ChatGPT voice models, launched July 8, 2026. It uses a full-duplex design, meaning it can listen and speak at the same time, so you can interrupt naturally, and it responds with cues like "mhmm." It rolls out globally on iOS, Android, and web, replacing Advanced Voice Mode.

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Zubeida Agha: The Mother of Pakistani Modern Art

Syed - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Zubeida Agha (1922-1997) is widely regarded as the mother of Pakistani modern art. After Pakistan's creation in 1947, she was the first artist to hold a modern art exhibition in the new nation. Trained in Lahore, London, and Paris, she introduced modernism and abstraction, and co-founded the country's first contemporary art gallery.

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Vibe Coding: Is AI Really Replacing Programmers in 2026?

Abdullah Awan - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Vibe coding is a development method where you describe what you want in plain language and AI writes the code. In 2026, about 41% of code is AI-generated. But it is not fully replacing programmers, instead, the developer's role is shifting from writing code to directing, reviewing, and architecting it, making judgment and problem-solving more valuable than ever.

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RedHook Malware: How to Protect Your Android and Bank

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

RedHook is an upgraded Android banking malware identified by Group-IB that can steal banking credentials and take deep control of infected phones. It spreads through fake apps downloaded from links sent by scammers posing as banks or officials. The best protection is to only install apps from Google Play and never side-load APKs from unknown links.

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Meta Pulls Its AI Photo Tool After Privacy Backlash

Syed Asfer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Meta pulled its Muse Image AI feature from Instagram on July 10, 2026, days after launch, following backlash over privacy and consent. The feature let anyone generate AI images from public Instagram accounts by tagging them, and was on by default. Meta admitted it "missed the mark." Muse Image remains available in WhatsApp and the Meta AI app.

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Pakistan Builds a Shariah Framework for Crypto: What to Know

Muhammad Umer - Connected Pakistan · CP News Desk

Pakistan's crypto regulator, PVARA, is developing a dual framework that assesses digital assets from both regulatory and Shariah perspectives. After a June 2026 fatwa declared crypto purchases impermissible, PVARA chairman Bilal bin Saqib met scholar Mufti Taqi Usmani, arguing that different digital assets need separate technical and religious evaluation rather than one blanket ruling.

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