P@SHA PULSE Vol 11. August 2023 Edition
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Dear Members
We are very excited to share that our landmark event P@SHA ICT Awards are around the corner. We have received over 700 applications this year and the judging process is underway. This is an overwhelming task taken up by our ICT Awards Committee under the leadership of Dr. Shoab, and we are super confident to produce the best in front of you.
Keeping our streak from last year, we are aiming to win more APICTA Awards this year in Hong Kong. Nominations from P@SHA ICT Awards go to the global stage at APICTA every year. Pakistan as a host last time did a wonderful job. This year we are aiming to raise the Pakistan Flag high in December in Hong Kong.
We highly appreciate all the support our members have provided us, especially in terms of sponsorships. Being a nonprofit entity, P@SHA looks to our members for sponsorships to keep up with our activities.
Looking forward to a better and bigger IT Industry.
Regards,
P@SHA CEC
By the Members, For the Members
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P@SHA Welcomes Its Newest Members
Embracing Excellence and Innovation!
P@SHA Proudly Welcomes Its Newest Members. Together, We Forge a Path to Collective Growth and Success.
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P@SHA ICT AWARDS 2023
We are thrilled to share that we have received an overwhelming response to our P@SHA ICT Awards 2023 with over 700 applications! Thank You for the Incredible Response!
Our team is hard at work, carefully reviewing each application. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted soon. Stay tuned!
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75 Development Leadership Awards
P@SHA is proud to share that Muhammad Zohaib Khan, Chairman of P@SHA, has been honored with an incredible achievement – 75 Development Leadership Awards. These prestigious accolades, presented by the Ministry of Planning, Development, and Special Initiatives (M/o PD&SI), serve as a tribute to his outstanding contributions to Pakistan's socio-economic advancement.
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August 18, 2023
Dinner Reception for Former Minister for IT & Telecom
A dinner reception was organized to pay tribute to the former Minister for IT & Telecom, Syed Amin Ul Haque. This event was hosted by P@SHA Chairman Muhammad Zohaib Khan and SI Global CEO Noman Said. The event witnessed an impressive turnout of tech industry luminaries and professionals, all gathering to express their deep appreciation for Amin Ul Haque's contributions to the sector. It was a memorable night filled with meaningful conversations and well-wishes for the future.
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August 12, 2023
ASEAN Delegation At P@SHA Office
On 12 August, a delegation of IT professionals from the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) paid a visit to the P@SHA Karachi Office. This visit involved discussions, exchanges of ideas, and insights regarding the IT industry, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing between the two parties. The delegation comprises companies from many sectors including IT services. Members of PSEB and TDAP were also part of this visit.
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August 24-25,2023
80th Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) EXCO Meeting
The Hong Kong Computer Society (HKCS) graciously hosted a warm welcome dinner on August 24th for APICTA EXCO members. This event set the stage for this year's APICTA Awards, to be held in Hong Kong.
On August 25th, the 80th Asia Pacific ICT Alliance (APICTA) EXCO Meeting convened in Hong Kong. Distinguished members, including Chair Fulvio Inserra, Vice Chair Prof CK Farn, Treasurer Ruwan Amarasekara, and Stephen Lua, representing the host country, gathered to discuss strategic tech collaborations.
Pakistan was well-represented, with P@SHA Chairman Muhammad Zohaib Khan, CEC member Jamil Goheer, and Dr. Shoab Khan participating. This meeting marked a significant step towards future tech advancements, promising exciting developments in the ICT landscape.
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August 1, 2023
Secretary General Meeting with Stewart Pakistan
Our Secretary General, Mr. Nadeem Malik, was invited to Stewart Pakistan by Mr. Amin Ansari for a productive discussion about P@SHA, our industry, and its challenges. His insights are inspiring! We are looking forward to fostering a strong collaboration between our members. Together, we will drive the tech industry's growth and success in Pakistan.
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Partnership: P@SHA X Multinet
On August 22, P@SHA Chairman Muhammad Zohaib Khan and Adnan H. Zaidi (CEO, Multinet) signed the partnership agreement to offer Flat 40% off on multinet services and products for P@SHA members, enabling us to add even more value to your membership.
Visit https://multinet.com.pk/contac... to claim your discount.
Proof of membership is required to avail of discounts.
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Partnership: P@SHA X Botnostic
On August 22, P@SHA Chairman Muhammad Zohaib Khan and Adil Shah(COO, Botnostic) signed the partnership agreement to offer 50% discount on RecruitmentBot and Career Counselling services for P@SHA members, enabling us to add even more value to your membership.
Visit https://www.botnosticsolutions... to claim your discount.
Proof of membership is required to avail of discounts.
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Partnership: P@SHA X PayFast
On August 22, P@SHA Chairman Muhammad Zohaib Khan and Adnan Ali (CEO, PayFast) signed the partnership agreement to offer exclusive discounts on global payments solutions for P@SHA members, enabling us to add even more value to your membership.
Visit https://www.botnosticsolutions... to claim your discount.
Proof of membership is required to avail of discounts.
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Central Executive Committee
Apex Committee Meeting
P@SHA Chairman and SG participated in a crucial meeting to discuss the IT sector ecosystem, challenges, and the way forward. They attended the Apex Committee meeting at the Prime Minister's Secretariat and presented the IT sector's case to the Special Investment Facilitation Council. In collaboration with the MOITT and other relevant ministries, P@SHA outlined their plans and roadmaps to address macroeconomic challenges, governance obstacles, and regulatory gaps. The goal is to attract foreign and domestic investments, fostering economic growth.
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Meeting with Contour
On 24th August 2023 Contour held a meeting to welcome the new P@SHA Secretary General Nadeem Aslam Malik alongside Chairman Zohaib Khan at Contour Islamabad, to discuss ICT industry policy and growth matters.
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Meeting with Inotech
Manager L&D Aleem Abbas and Mohsin Ali from CEC met Inotech on 3rd August 2023 to discuss upcoming events, especially P@SHA ICT Awards, and how to apply for multiple categories. The awards are scheduled to be held in early October.
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Meeting with Kazakhstan Delegation
On August 4th, a meeting was held in Lahore between Jamil Goheer (CEC, P@SHA), and a distinguished delegation from Kazakhstan. The primary objective of this meeting was to explore potential avenues for collaboration between Pakistan and Kazakhstan. The Kazakhstani delegation was composed of Mr. Serik Nugerbekov, who serves as the Head of the organizing committee for Nobel Fest, and Nurbek Achilov, holding the position of Deputy Head of the Organizing Committee for Nobel Fest. Notably, Muhammad Haris Akram, the Programme Manager of COMSTECH, was also present during this significant discussion.
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Skills Committee
8th Annual Industry Advisory Board meeting at MCS
P@SHA participated in the 8th Annual Industry Advisory Board meeting at the Military College of Signals on 3rd August 2023 to help students carry out both theoretical and experimental exploration in software engineering through all available capabilities and resources. CEC member Mohsin Ali and Manager Learning and Development Aleem Abbas attended the sessions in both EE and CS departments and provided input on academic improvement from the industry's perspective and suggested possible avenues of collaboration and joint ventures between Industry and Academia.
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Meeting with COMSATS university
Manager L&D Aleem Abbas had a meeting with COMSATS islamabad campus with Dr Majid Iqbal, Head Computer Science Department, Mr. Rashid Mukhtar, Head, ILC, Mr. Abaid Ullah, In-charge Career Development Centre, CUI to discuss the collaboration between industry and academia. Many avenues of collaboration were discussed along with an active involvement in curriculum improvement, final year projects and career counceling.
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August 4, 2023 |
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HabibMetro Bank (HMB) signs Avanza Solutions for its flagship platform, Symmetry! |
HabibMetro Bank (HMB) signs Avanza Solutions for its flagship platform, Symmetry - an all-in-one digital banking platform. With Symmetry, HMB will revolutionize its banking services and provide customers with a seamless and secure digital banking experience anytime, anywhere. 💼
As an advanced and cutting-edge platform, Symmetry provides various e-payments options, offers personalized user experiences, streamlined processes, efficient banking services, and much more, ensuring a smooth, compliant, and convenient banking journey for all HMB's valued customers. 💰
As pioneers in the industry, Avanza Solutions (Pvt.) Ltd. continues to drive innovation and digitalize institutions worldwide in achieving digital disruption.
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August 16, 2023 |
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Aurora Solutions from Pakistan develops “FitCoin - The Ultimate Web 3.0 Fitness Platform” for a USA based startup |
Aurora Solutions develops a groundbreaking fusion of fitness and blockchain with the release of Fitcoin, an innovative burn-to-earn project that redefines how we approach physical activity. Fitcoin uses blockchain to tokenize users' calorie burn within an immersive proof-of-workout RPG (Role Playing Game) environment.
Fitcoin and its platform were built by Aurora Solutions, a software development company based in Pakistan, with offices in Sweden & Australia. Aurora Solutions has a strong and successful track record in building custom software solutions, mobile apps and blockchain platforms for 200+ clients across the globe.
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August 21, 2023 |
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Charting New Territories: Salesflo Engage's Listing on AWS Marketplace. |
Exciting news: Salesflo Engage has achieved a major milestone by being officially featured on AWS Marketplace. What's even more special? It's one of the first solutions from Pakistan to achieve this recognition. This accomplishment not only underscores Engage's ability to transform business operations but also marks a significant achievement for the Pakistani tech community. With its exceptional capability to streamline field activities, Engage is reshaping workflow efficiency, offering businesses a smarter way to work. Join us in celebrating this success – a blend of innovation and fresh possibilities. Here's to Salesflo Engage: a driving force for businesses, optimizing workflows, and propelling success!"
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August 23, 2023 |
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Bridging the industrial academia gap |
brackets and Gift University signed an MOU to channelize youth by providing students the practical knowledge they lack. Brackets and Gift University have teamed up to help students gain practical knowledge. Main purpose of this MOU is to fill the gap what they learn in school and what the industry expects. Through this partnership, students will get hands-on training, workshops, and exposure to real-world situations. The goal is to make sure that when students graduate, they're not only knowledgeable but also ready to take on actual job challenges.
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August 31, 2023 |
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DigiTrends Secures Fastest Growing Brand of the Year 2022 Award in Digital Solutions Provider Category |
DigiTrends won the fastest-growing brand of the year award in the category of "Digital Solutions Provider" and the awards distribution ceremony was held on August 26, 2023, at Marriott Hotel Karachi. Businesses gain more publicity when recognized and honored for their superior offerings. Therefore, this remarkable accomplishment reflects DigiTrends' commitment to providing businesses with revolutionary state-of-the-art digital solutions. DigiTrends boasts an impeccable history, delivering unparalleled, inventive digital solutions. Spanning across the USA, UAE, and Pakistan, they have established themselves as a purveyor of exceptional software and avant-garde solutions.
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August 31, 2023 |
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DigiTrends Ventures x Superwomen: Unveiling Pakistan’s First Ever Period Comic Book |
Breaking Taboos: Superwomen Pakistan proudly announces the launch of Pakistan’s First Ever Period Comic Book. The event took place at Karachi's reputed National Incubation Centre (NIC) on August 11th, 2023. A significant symphony developed within these revered walls, pushing boundaries and advancing development. By nurturing this creative startup and providing cutting-edge technology in a world where startups face many obstacles in realizing their full potential, DigiTrends Ventures has helped Superwomen Pakistan realize its vision of empowering women with products and information about female hygiene.
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26 -29 September, 2023
Oslo Innovation Week 2023
Oslo Innovation Week is a prominent annual event in Europe, attracting a diverse array of innovators, entrepreneurs, policymakers, investors, and industry leaders from various sectors. This innovation festival serves as an excellent platform for exploring and promoting cutting-edge technologies, entrepreneurship, and innovative solutions.
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16 - 20 October , 2023
GITEX Global 2023
GITEX Global, the world’s largest and most inclusive tech event will return to Dubai in 2023 for its 43rd edition, gathering the world’s most advanced companies and best minds to elevate business, economy, society, and culture through the power of innovation. Converging and unifying the world’s leading tech protagonists, inventors, academia, researchers, and developers.
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