On Monday, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif introduced a new digital system designed to streamline the licensing and registration of medical devices in Pakistan. This initiative, reported by Radio Pakistan, significantly cuts down the approval time to just 20 days. During the launch ceremony in Islamabad, the Prime Minister emphasized that this new process would be…
Temu, the ultra-discount international e-commerce platform, is facing intense backlash in Pakistan following a sudden and dramatic increase in product prices. What was quickly positioning itself as a go-to destination for price-sensitive shoppers across the country, Temu’s product listings have seen price hikes ranging from 50 to over 200% in a matter of days. The…
Pakistan stands at the cusp of a major technological leap, with 5G connectivity poised to revolutionize its digital landscape. While the promise of ultra-fast speeds, ultra-low latency, and massive connectivity holds immense potential for economic growth and societal advancement, the journey to a nationwide 5G rollout is fraught with challenges. As of mid-2025, the country…
When Temu entered the Pakistani market, it arrived with the ambition of a tech giant on a mission to disrupt. With a flood of ads across TikTok, Facebook, and Instagram, the platform promised rock-bottom prices, cashback games, and deals that created a sense of urgency for shoppers across the country. For a brief moment, it…