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Coal battery technology developed by Chinese scientists to produce clean coal electricity without burning coal

China Unveils Coal Battery That Could Disrupt Solar Energy

Focus Pakistan2026-04-27

SHENZHEN: For many decades, coal has been the hero as well as the villain of the story about world energy. As much as coal has ensured that there is cheap and reliable source of baseload energy to meet the demands of the growing economies, it is also blamed as being the cause of smog resulting ... Read more

X Launches ‘XChat’ — A WhatsApp Rival With Encrypted Calls and File Sharing

Focus Pakistan2026-04-26

SAN FRANCISCO: X Chat is a messaging app offered by X. It is an important milestone for the firm as they have developed a messaging system with enhanced privacy and voice calling functions. New XChat application will be available first for iOS and enables direct chat between X friends using messaging, calling (audio and video), ... Read more

Pakistan Outsourcing Ranking Hits Top 8.3%, Beats US & UK

Pakistan Enters Top 8.3% in Global Outsourcing Rankings, Beats US, UK & Japan

Focus Pakistan2026-04-25

KARACHI: Pakistan outsourcing ranking has entered the world’s top 8.3% in the Global Outsourcing Talent Index 2026, with the country securing 16th position globally and outperforming major economies including the United States, United Kingdom, and Japan. According to the latest report released by Ataraxis Management, countries have been judged on four important aspects: availability of ... Read more

inDrive Pakistan ride-hailing app ranked number one on Google Play Store and Apple App Store in 2026

inDrive Retains #1 Spot as Pakistan’s Top Ride-Hailing app Across App Stores

Focus Pakistan2026-04-24

KARACHI: inDrive, the global mobility app, has reported that it occupies the top spot for the Maps & Navigation app free category in the Google Play Store of Pakistan. This is alongside the No.1 ranking on the App Store in free travel apps in Pakistan. The combination of rankings puts inDrive in an unprecedented position ... Read more

Pakistan freelancers earnings hit $856 million in FY2025-26 as IT exports drive digital economy growth

Pakistan Freelancers Earnings Surge Past $800 Million in Jul–Mar

Focus Pakistan2026-04-20

Pakistani Freelancers Earnings Hit $856 Million in Jul-Mar FY26. According to PAFLA chairman, Mr. Ibrahim Amin, persistent internet slowness has been causing difficulties for freelancers, particularly those contributing positively to the economy by earning foreign currency and reducing unemployment in the country. KARACHI: The contribution of Pakistani freelancers is increasing to the economy significantly, with ... Read more

Huawei Pura X Max wide foldable smartphone showcasing 4:3 display and sleek triple camera design

Huawei Pura X Max: World’s First ‘Wide’ Foldable Beats Apple and Samsung to Market

Focus Pakistan2026-04-18

BEIJING: The race is on for the latest smartphones, with Huawei making its move in a unique way. Although tech lovers are anticipating new foldable models from the Western brands, the Chinese firm has taken the lead with the official release of the Pura X Max, which is the world’s first wide horizontal foldable phone. ... Read more

Smartphones Can Charge Through Transparent Solar Screens

Focus Pakistan2026-04-15

LONDON: Scientists have devised an advanced version of photovoltaic energy cells incorporated into displays which can enable smart phones to produce power without hampering their display features at all. The technology integrates ultra-thin layers that can harness energy into the phone’s display. It uses these layers to harvest energy from the sun and produce electricity ... Read more

Moon dust oxygen extraction using Blue Origin Moon oxygen reactor with glowing blue oxygen reaction

How NASA and Blue Origin Just Solved the Moon’s Oxygen Problem: The 2026 Breakthrough Explained

Focus Pakistan2026-04-14

FLORIDA: Mood dust oxygen extraction is no longer a mirage. Blue Origin has made this possible by producing breathable oxygen from moon dust in an unprecedented experiment. The innovative Blue Origin Moon oxygen technology may solve one of the greatest obstacles to space exploration: how to keep humans alive outside Earth and make lunar habitation ... Read more

Pakistan Announces $1 Billion AI Investment for Tech Growth

Focus Pakistan2026-04-13

ISLAMABAD: The government of Pakistan plans to allocate $1 billion for building up the nation’s artificial intelligence (AI) framework, making this an important move towards boosting the country’s digital capabilities and securing a place within the international tech arena. The Ministry of IT and Telecommunication is spearheading the plan to develop state-of-the-art computing capabilities while ... Read more

Systems Limited profit growth jumps 48 percent in 2025 driven by global expansion and 5G opportunities

Systems Limited Profit Soars 48% as Global Growth, 5G Momentum Power Future Outlook

Focus Pakistan2026-04-07

KARACHI: Systems Limited Profit Growth surged by an impressive 48% in 2025, as Systems Limited capitalized on strong global demand, improved margins, and emerging opportunities in 5G and regional markets. The company posted a consolidated profit after tax (PAT) of Rs11.0 billion, translating into an EPS of Rs7.52, signaling robust financial momentum despite global economic ... Read more