SAN FRANCISCO, US – Adam Mosseri, the head of Instagram, has publicly dismissed long-running claims that the social media platform secretly listens to users through their phone microphones to gather data for targeted advertising. Mosseri’s statement arrives as Meta prepares to expand its ad targeting capabilities using data gathered from user interactions with its artificial intelligence (AI) tools. Posting on Instagram on Wednesday, Mosseri called the idea that Meta activates microphones in the background to record private conversations an “age-old conspiracy theory.” The claim has circulated for years, fueled by users who frequently notice ads that seem eerily related to…
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Google has officially teased its new Gemini-powered Google Home Speaker, launching in spring 2026 at $99. The device will be available in four colors — Porcelain, Hazel, Berry, and Jade. Unlike Amazon, which is releasing its new Echo speakers this year, Google is holding back the launch to roll out Gemini functionality on older Google Home devices first. Existing users will gain early access to Gemini, allowing them to test the assistant before the new speaker hits the market. “It’s got to work for the existing users. We don’t want to force you to buy a new one unless you…
For years, rumors of a foldable iPhone have sparked excitement and skepticism in equal measure. Once optimistically projected to arrive as early as 2020, the elusive device now looks more likely to debut in late 2026, according to multiple reports and industry insiders. Apple’s foldable device, sometimes referred to as the iPhone Fold or iPhone Flip, has faced repeated delays since speculation began in 2018. Sources including The Information, The Wall Street Journal, Ming-Chi Kuo, and Mark Gurman suggest that the final design and specifications will be locked down by mid-2025, with mass production scheduled for late 2026. This timeline…
BEIJING, CHINA – Motorola has officially unveiled a teaser for its forthcoming flagship, the Moto X70 Air, strategically positioning the device as a direct competitor to Apple’s rumored iPhone Air and Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Edge. The new device is confirmed for a launch at the end of October, with its marketing campaign billing it as “as light as Air, even lighter and more AI.” Motorola took to Weibo to confirm the late October reveal. A striking teaser image showcases the phone’s slim profile and bold aesthetic, featuring a vibrant green frame accented by orange camera surrounds. The core marketing message…
ISLAMABAD, PAKISTAN – Mobile internet users in Islamabad and several other urban centres across the country faced significant connectivity disruptions on Thursday, severely impacting essential online services. Residents widely reported difficulties, particularly with WhatsApp audio and video calls. Slow Mobile Internet Across Major Cities Throughout the day, residents complained of sluggish mobile internet speeds. The disruption not only hampered routine browsing activities but also interfered directly with communication apps. WhatsApp users were hit the hardest, with audio and video calls frequently dropping or failing to connect. File sharing on the platform also experienced noticeable delays, frustrating users who rely on…
KARACHI, PAKISTAN – A second case of mpox (Monkeypox) has been confirmed in Sindh, health officials announced on Thursday, raising public health concerns in the province. The patient, a 28-year-old male, is currently receiving treatment at a private hospital in Hyderabad. Symptoms of the disease first appeared on September 15. According to the Sindh Health Department, the patient exhibits visible sores and rashes on the body, face, and throat. Officials confirmed that the individual had a recent travel history to Dubai. A sample from the patient has been sent for laboratory testing to confirm the diagnosis. As a precautionary measure,…
NEW YORK, US – Elon Musk has become the first person in history to surpass a net worth of $500 billion, propelled by a significant rebound in Tesla’s share price this year and the swelling valuations of his private tech ventures. The milestone, reached on Wednesday, comes just under a year after Musk’s fortune crossed the $400 billion mark, cementing his substantial lead as the world’s wealthiest individual. According to Forbes’ real-time billionaires index, Musk’s wealth briefly touched $500 billion on Wednesday before settling at $499.1 billion at 5 pm ET. His vast fortune is intricately linked to his roughly…
KARACHI, PAKISTAN – Global consumer goods major Procter & Gamble (P&G) announced on Thursday that it will wind down its manufacturing and commercial operations in Pakistan, transitioning to a third-party distributor model to serve the market. In a statement, the company framed the move as consistent with its worldwide strategy to accelerate growth and enhance value creation. Under the new operational arrangement, P&G confirmed that consumers in Pakistan will continue to receive products supplied from its other regional operations. The company stressed that the business will continue to operate as usual throughout the transition period, which is expected to take…
JOHANNESBURG, SOUTH AFRICA – Former South African batting great AB de Villiers has strongly criticised the Indian cricket team’s apparent refusal to accept the Asia Cup 2025 trophy from Asian Cricket Council (ACC) and Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi, calling the incident a clear case of politics unnecessarily intruding into sport. Speaking on his YouTube channel, “AB de Villiers 360,” the cricket icon stated that the awkward and chaotic trophy presentation following India’s victory sent a damaging message to the world. “Team India sort of weren’t happy with who was handing out the trophy. I don’t feel that…
COLOMBO, SRI LANKA – Pakistan began their ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup 2025 campaign with a decisive seven-wicket defeat against Bangladesh at the R Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on Thursday. Bangladesh efficiently chased down a modest target with more than 18 overs to spare, exposing the fragility of Pakistan’s batting unit. Pakistan captain Fatima Sana’s decision to bat first quickly backfired as the team was bundled out for just 129 runs in 38.3 overs. The Green Shirts’ innings suffered a disastrous start when pacer Marufa Akter dismissed top-order batters Omaima Sohail and Sidra Amin for ducks in the very first…
