
Dawn News: Sindh Minister Advises Chinese Nationals
Chinese nationals in Pakistan advised to follow SOPs, Sindh government pledges to facilitate and protect investors, and current economic indicators show improvement, but caution is needed to avoid past mistakes.

Trump Sounds Alarm on Prescription Drug Prices
The move is likely to have significant implications for Americans who rely on affordable prescription drugs, with potential cuts and changes to Medicaid and other healthcare programs on the horizon.

State Bank of Pakistan Cuts Rate to 12%
The State Bank of Pakistan's 100-basis-point cut in the key policy rate to 12% aims to boost economic growth, align with regional benchmarks, and reduce borrowing costs for businesses, while keeping a cautious stance to ensure price stability amidst high core inflation.

Pakistan's PCB Ensures Gaddafi Stadium Renovations
The PCB's push to complete Gaddafi Stadium renovations on time has alleviated some concerns, but the uncertainty over hosting the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy in Pakistan remains due to security and construction issues, with a final decision expected from the ICC soon.

Gold Price Slips Amid Stronger US Dollar
Gold price declines due to a stronger US dollar, trade tensions, and Fed rate cut speculation, with analysts anticipating a potential move towards the all-time peak around $2,790.

Pi Cryptocurrency Gains Momentum Amidst Controversy
The Pi Network's IoU price is expected to surge due to the upcoming KYC verification deadline, with the current price hitting $43.22 and a double bottom at $38. The project's popularity remains strong, with over 9 million users migrating to the Open Network beta and a large social media following.

Deep Seek Disrupts AI: Nvidia's Stock at Risk
DeepSeek's AI model, R1, performs similarly to OpenAI's model at 3-5% of the cost, using fewer and less powerful chips, and has shorter development time, potentially disrupting the AI industry and affecting Nvidia's stock.

Pakistan Sees Gold Prices Hit Record High
Gold prices in Pakistan have reached an all-time high, with 24-karat gold increasing to Rs 289,600 per tola, and silver prices also rising, driven by global market fluctuations and an increase in international gold prices to $2,747 per ounce.

JioSphere Launches Jio Coin Amid Blockchain Boom
Jio Coin, a blockchain-based reward token, is set to revolutionize the way Jio users engage with the platform, offering rewards and enhancing digital experiences, with a valuation of Rs 43 per token and the potential to increase cryptocurrency adoption in India.

Panama at Davos: Global Leaders Gather to Discuss Economic Future
Global leaders gathered at the World Economic Forum in Davos to discuss economic cooperation, climate change, and the impact of technology, with Panama playing a key role in the discussions, emphasizing its control over the Panama Canal and opportunities for investment and cooperation.

Pakistan's 2025 Champions Trophy Prep Marred, chatgpt.com Faces Outage
Pakistan's 2025 Champions Trophy preparation is facing challenges due to stadium upgrades being incomplete, while ChatGPT is experiencing a significant outage affecting thousands of users worldwide, with concerns raised over the country's ability to host the tournament and the reliability of the chatbot.

OpenAI's Stargate: $500 Billion Joint Venture for AI Supremacy
The Stargate project aims to provide the necessary computing power for AI systems to make groundbreaking scientific discoveries and maintain US sovereignty over the technology, with a potential impact on the future of scientific research and discovery.

Punjab Loan Scheme: Maryam Nawaz Launches Asan Karobar
The Asan Karobar Scheme offers interest-free loans of up to Rs30 million to eligible applicants, with repayment options over five years, and provides land at subsidized rates and incentives for export-oriented industries, aiming to boost entrepreneurship and employment in Punjab.

Kalyan Jewellers Share Price Plummets
Kalyan Jewellers' stock price has plummeted, losing nearly 40% of its value since its record high, amid rumors and allegations of wrongdoing. The company's promoters have pledged additional shares, and a futures and options trading ban remains in place, adding to the uncertainty surrounding the stock.

CEO of TikTok Faces New Bid from MrBeast
MrBeast's bid to buy TikTok is one of several proposals aiming to preserve the app's continuity for its 170 million American users, amidst concerns over national security and free speech. The app's future remains uncertain, with multiple buyers vying for ownership and the Supreme Court's ban still in place.

KSE Index Drops 802 Points Amid Global Trade Tensions
The KSE-100 Index closed at 115,042 points, resulting in a loss of 803 points, or 0.69% from the previous day, amid global trade tensions and selling pressure from institutional investors.

Ross Ulbricht Pardon Sparks Rally
The pardon of Ross Ulbricht, founder of Silk Road, has led to a significant surge in Bitcoin and Ethereum prices, with a 4.2% and 3.1% increase respectively, and a shift in market sentiment from neutral to greedy, sparking a rally in the cryptocurrency market.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Prices Leaked Ahead
Leaked prices for the Galaxy S25 series in Europe reveal competitive pricing, with the base model starting at €909 and the Ultra model at €1459. The series is expected to feature improved AI capabilities, camera performance, and design, with the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset powering the devices.

GTA Price Hike: Industry Eyes $100 Tag
The pricing of GTA 6 is expected to have a significant impact on the gaming industry, with potential price hikes and a shift towards premium titles, amid challenges and growth opportunities in 2025.
USD Volatility Expected as Trump Unfolds Policy
The USD's movement is closely tied to trade negotiations between the US and China, with the dollar likely to move in response to any developments. Investors are also watching the potential impact of Trump's policies on the US economy and equities, particularly the S&P 500, which has achieved a record level of concentration, with the top 10 stocks driving most of the gains, valued in billions of USD.