To drive digital transformation in Pakistan, stakeholders recommend establishing a National Data Exchange Layer and adopting the Pakistan Digital Stack. A key proposal is to implement a 5% General Sales Tax (GST) on digital transactions, reducing operational costs and
Saudi Arabia is pursuing a leadership role in quantum technology as part of its Vision 2030 plan. The Kingdom is focusing on education, research, and partnerships to build a quantum ecosystem. Key challenges include the need for more talent
Microsoft has announced a massive $3 billion investment in India's cloud and AI infrastructure over the next two years. This investment aims to accelerate AI innovation in India, supporting the country's vision of becoming a developed nation by 2047.
Indonesia's digital transformation is underway, driven by a critical partnership with India. This collaboration will establish a modern, efficient digital government, positioning Indonesia to thrive in the digital world. The digitalisation of government operations is no longer a choice,
Japan has unveiled the "GX 2040 Vision," a transformative industrial policy rooted in ESG principles. This initiative aims to address Japan's prolonged economic stagnation while positioning decarbonization as a growth engine. The plan incentivizes industries to relocate near carbon-neutral
Japan's smart cities market is projected to reach US$ 216.99 billion by 2033, growing at a CAGR of 14.7%. The market is driven by the government's vision to create sustainable and efficient cities. The Digital Nation Pakistan Act's counterpart
Pakistan has taken a significant step towards digital transformation with the introduction of the Digital Nation Pakistan Act. The legislation aims to modernize government services and strengthen the country's digital infrastructure. It establishes a framework for providing secure digital
The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Rules require companies to implement robust cybersecurity measures, including encryption, access control, and data backups. This aims to safeguard personal data and ensure its confidentiality, integrity, and availability. Organizations face penalties of up
Malaysia's ambitious move to centralize data, known as the Pangkalan Data Utama (PADU), has sparked significant debate. The initiative aims to streamline government services and enhance policymaking by consolidating vast amounts of personal and socioeconomic data. PADU promises to
The draft Digital Personal Data Protection Rules, 2025, mark a significant step in India's journey towards a robust framework for safeguarding personal data. These rules provide clarity for data fiduciaries and stakeholders on compliance with the Digital Personal Data
Ethiopia has introduced a mandatory national digital ID, known as Fayda, for banking transactions in the capital city of Addis Ababa. The policy will be implemented in phases until December, 2026, allowing citizens to acquire the Fayda ID. Currently,
Meta is releasing an artificial intelligence model called Meta Motivo, which can control the movements of a human-like digital agent. This technology has the potential to enhance the Metaverse experience by creating more lifelike and immersive interactions. This would lead
