Blog – Khalid Mir

The Rise and Fall of Startups in Pakistan: Lessons and Future Prospects

In the ever-evolving landscape of Pakistani startups, recent events have cast a shadow on the future of many promising ventures. The impending closure of Cheetay and the massive layoffs at Dastgyr have raised critical questions about the sustainability and strategic planning of startups in Pakistan. As someone deeply involved in empowering change through technology and innovation, I’ve observed a pattern in these developments. Many startups, including the ones emerging from national incubation centers, have struggled to transition from a nascent stage to becoming ma

Blogs, Pakistan

From Celebration to Action: Upholding the Constitution for Pakistan’s Prosperous Future

Pakistan is celebrating the Golden Jubilee of its Constitution, and it's a time to reflect on the country's past and look towards the future. As responsible citizens, it's our duty to move beyond mere celebrations and take concrete actions towards upholding the Constitution for a prosperous future.One of the fundamental responsibilities of the state is to protect the fundamental human rights of all citizens, and this must be ensured at all levels of society.As an activist, digital creator, and entrepreneur, I believe that it is our responsibility to contribute to the

Ai, Balochistan, inspiration, Tech, Wali

From Solar-Powered Lab to AI Chat Guides: How WALI is Transforming Rural Education in Balochistan

Balochistan, Pakistan's largest province, has faced long-standing challenges in accessing basic resources and technology, leading to a struggling rural population. The COVID-19 pandemic has further highlighted the digital divide in the country, leaving thousands of students unable to attend online classes due to internet inaccessibility and unavailability. However, the WANG Lab of Innovation (WALI) is working to bridge the gap and provide opportunities for Balochistan's rural communities.Led by co-founder Qaisar , WALI is the first rural innovation lab in the region, with a

Blogs, organizational culture, Project Management

The Power of Organizational Culture in Project Management: Beyond Strategy

Organizational culture is a crucial aspect of any workplace that can significantly impact the success of an organization, its employees, and customers. As a project manager, understanding the culture of the organization you work for is critical to your success in executing projects. In this article, we will explore the importance of organizational culture and how project managers can navigate it effectively to ensure project success.An organization's culture defines its identity, including the way it conducts business both internally and externally. It shapes the values and

Ai, bard tech, ChatGPT, Google

From Artificial Intelligence to Human Creativity: BARD by Google the game changer

As technology continues to advance, new tools emerge that can help make our lives easier and more efficient. One such tool is BARD, an AI language processing tool developed by Google.BARD is an innovative AI tool designed to help users generate ideas and enhance productivity. This AI model is based on LaMDA (Language Model for Dialogue Applications), which was introduced by Google in 2019 as a conversational AI model capable of multi-turn dialogue. According to Google's official website, BARD is an experiment based on the same technology that allows users to collabora