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LIVE: Pakistan 5G Spectrum Auction Kicks Off The highly anticipated 5G spectrum auction in Pakistan officially kicked off today, March 10, 2026. techjuice.pk/live-pakistan-5… Thread 🧵 #5GPakistam

The Competition Commission of Pakistan has approved Citi Pharma’s acquisition of Pakheim International Pharma, allowing Pakheim to become its wholly owned subsidiary. The CCP found no significant competition concerns, citing Pakheim’s negligible market share.

New York has signed a law restricting AI companion chatbots for minors under 18, requiring age verification and banning bots from pretending to be human or forming personal relationships with children. The move aims to strengthen AI safety and protect young users. #AI #OpenAI

Looking for the best smartphone under Rs. 95,000? From Samsung and Vivo to Redmi, Infinix, Realme and Tecno, there are plenty of solid options in this price range. Which one would you pick? *Prices are based on the latest market rates and may vary.

Pakistan produced 20.08 million mobile phones locally from January to September 2026, compared with just 2.85 million commercially imported handsets. Meanwhile, mobile phone imports fell 16.6% to $417.24 million in Q1 FY27, highlighting the growing role of local manufacturing.

PTA detected 326 major cyber threat indicators through Dark Web monitoring in 2025–26, including 174 website defacements, 87 data leaks and 41 DDoS threats. The findings highlight growing cybersecurity risks facing Pakistan’s digital infrastructure. #PTA #CyberSecurity #DarkWeb

Africa’s new social media platform, Fivgram, has launched on the web and Google Play Store, attracting 10,000 early users across 16 countries. The platform is offering free blue verification badges to early adopters as it aims to build a growing digital community. #Fivgram

PTA Chairman warns that Pakistan faces cyberattacks around the clock, with fake videos, fraudulent calls and OTP scams posing growing risks. Officials stress public awareness, digital education and stronger cybersecurity measures to protect citizens. #CyberSecurity #PTA #Pakistan

Pakistan’s locally assembled/manufactured mobile phone market is heating up. From January to September 2026, VGO TEL led the chart with 2.50 million units, followed by Infinix at 1.96 million and itel at 1.59 million, according to PTA data.

PTA has warned of major cybersecurity risks facing Pakistan’s upcoming 5G infrastructure, including data theft, location tracking and cyberattacks. New security guidelines call for stronger safeguards to protect networks and user privacy. #PTA #5G #CyberSecurity #Pakistan

Updated Price of Apple iPhone Models in Pakistan. #Apple #iPhonePrice #ApplePakistan #PTATax #MobilePrices #appleiphone

The Pakistan Minerals Investment Forum 2026 (PMIF26) will bring together global mining executives, investors, policymakers and industry experts to explore investment opportunities in Pakistan’s mineral sector, with a focus on critical minerals and the global energy transition.

Samsung is shutting down its Samsung News app on Galaxy devices, encouraging users to switch to alternatives like Google News and Discover. The shutdown timeline varies by region, and users should save important bookmarks before the service ends.

Electric Innovation or Petrol Classic? The electric Nora Neo Comfort is priced at Rs. 24.99 lakh, while the Suzuki Alto VXL AGS comes in at Rs. 33.26 lakh. Both offer compact city driving, but which one would you prefer? Let us know your pick in the comments!

The University of Karachi has barred staff from sharing official documents or university-related information on social media without prior approval. Violations may lead to disciplinary action, while public updates will be shared through authorised channels.

Apple has introduced the touchscreen MacBook Pro with an OLED display. #Apple #MacbookPro #Macbook

China’s AI market has lost around $480 billion in value, raising questions about the impact on Pakistan’s tech industry. While the downturn could bring cheaper AI tools and chips, it may also disrupt investments, partnerships, and software support. #ChinaAI #PakistanTech #AI

Peshawar Safe City has integrated drone and anti-drone technology for enhanced security and surveillance. The system can detect drones within a 5km radar range and provide real-time monitoring across Peshawar, Dera Ismail Khan, Bannu, and Lakki Marwat. #Peshawar #SafeCity

NCCIA Gets New BYD Atto 2 Electric Cars. The National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency has added BYD Atto 2 electric SUVs to its official transport fleet for day-to-day operational use. #techjuice #nccia #byd #electricvehicles #pakistan

PTA Starts Blocking WhatsApp Accounts Linked to Inactive SIM Cards. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has begun blocking WhatsApp accounts registered with inactive or deactivated SIM cards to prevent misuse and unauthorized access. #techjuice #pta #whatsapp #technews

Petrol Subsidy Could Expand to 5 Million More Pakistanis. The government plans to expand its petrol subsidy scheme to 5 million additional beneficiaries, potentially offering fuel at Rs. 30–40 less per litre. Diesel may also be included as discussions continue. #techjuice