There has been chatter (and a few tweets) about Twitter flatlining. The growth in users is off from its peak of 13% month-to-month growth. Is Twitter falling from its perch?

“I think my blackness is interfering with the ability of the computer’s [webcam] to follow me,” says a man in the US.

Several countries have successfully harnessed the power of the sun, wind and other resources to generate electricity. Pakistan’s location makes it almost perfect for harnessing wind and solar energy. But is alternative energy the answer to our growing energy needs?

Remote villages in the coastal areas of Pakistan are being provided with electricity through the initiative of government and private organisations.

Some families have found an innovative way of dealing with the power crisis.

Although drone technology exists in Pakistan, there are no efforts underway to produce weaponised drones that could rival the US Predator.

Nokia launched the 5800 XpressMusic device in Karachi in April. The innovative Nokia Music PC software allows the user to drag music from their computers directly onto the phone. The songs can then easily be categorised into playlists. Another novel introduction is the Media Bar, which provides easy one-click access to songs, videos, phone contacts and videos.

A new ‘electronic crime’ bill is so poorly drafted it may actually threaten and harm the individuals and companies it is designed to protect.

‘Hear no evil, see no evil and consequently,’ says the Government of Pakistan, ‘do no evil.’

Are call centres proving to be the much awaited antidote to our lame duck local tech scene?