Unleash Your Story: Win a Trip to Dubai with Infinix's #CaptureYourOwnStory TikTok Challenge

                                                          

Infinix today has introduced #CaptureYourOwnStory TikTok Challenge enabling fans to capture and showcase their stories to the world via 2k 50MP front vlog camera of Infinix ZERO 30 4G. Participants stand a chance to win an unforgettable 3-day round trip to Dubai and Infinix ZERO 30 4G, as they vlog their stories, share it on TikTok and challenge their friends to do so. #CaptureYourOwnStory challenge is now live on TikTok for the next two weeks where the vlogging enthusiasts can win big simply by sharing their stories.

Prizes await the most creative storytellers, with the grand prize being a luxurious 3-day, 2-night trip for two to Dubai. The 2nd Prize includes Infinix's cutting-edge ZERO 30 series smartphone, bestowed upon two lucky winners. The 3rd Prize comprises a mystery box from Infinix along with a discount voucher for the Infinix ZERO 30, to be won by three participants. Moreover, a Lucky Draw every three days will announce five winners, each receiving an exclusive Infinix mystery box.

To join the challenge, participants must follow @infinixpakistan on TikTok, use the provided template to capture their special moments, and share the content with the hashtag #CaptureYourStory while tagging @InfinixOfficial. CEO of Infinix Pakistan, Simon, expressed, "We introduced the #CaptureYourOwnStory challenge to give everyone a chance to share their stories and express the creativity we all have. Each story matters, and we can't wait to see the unique creativity each contestant brings to the table."

Renowned Pakistani TikTok influencers like Jannat Mirza, Zulqarnain Sikander, Areeka Haq, and Alishba Anjum have embraced the #CaptureYourOwnStory Challenge, urging participants to share their unique stories using the Infinix ZERO 30 4G.

The stage is yours on November 17^th, Share your unique story and stay tuned for lucky draw announcements.

CBD PUNJAB UNVEILS GRAND SOUQ LAHORE TO REVOLUTIONIZE LOCAL BUSINESS LANDSCAPE

                                             

Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), also known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), has announced the launch of Grand Souq Lahore (GSL), a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering local business growth.

GSL will be constructed at an expansive 68 kanal area at the Rescue 1122 Academy on LOS, Ferozepur Road, Lahore. The project aims to facilitate and empower the local business community. Drawing inspiration from international architectural marvels in Dubai and Turkey, GSL will be meticulously crafted to meet global standards.

To further ease business operations, CBD Punjab has introduced an accessible installment plan for interested stakeholders. GSL will boast a sophisticated infrastructure, including three floors with versatile retail spaces ranging from 350 sqft to 550 sqft and an underground parking.

While expressing his views about the project CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, said, "The local business community and investors serve as the backbone of our economy. Grand Souq Lahore marks a significant milestone in empowering these entities and fostering economic growth."

The strategic location of GSL ensures accessibility for visitors from key areas such as Ferozepur Road, Icchra, Samnabad, and Shadman. The project is poised to transform the business landscape, providing a platform for local businesses to thrive and cater to diverse consumer needs. Recognizing the immense potential of GSL, industry experts anticipate it to be a game-changer, elevating the local economy and setting new benchmarks in business development.

Vlog Like a Pro: Here’s what you have been missing out on

                                           

Vlogging is a form art, a medium of expression, and a source of entertainment that has captured the hearts of millions. To succeed in this creative space, you need more than just a passion for storytelling; you need the tools to elevate your content above the rest. Such as Infinix ZERO 4G that features a 2k 50 MP front vlog camera enabling convenient framing and real-time adjustments while vlogging on the go.

Let’s quickly take a look at the widely used vlogging scenarios where the vlog camera setup of Infinix ZERO 30 4G can elevate your vlogs altogether: 

Travel Vlogging

For travel vloggers, capturing the essence of a new destination is crucial. The Infinix ZERO 4G's 2K 50 MP video recording empowers you to transport your audience to far-off lands with astonishing clarity and detail. Every street corner, every local face, and every scenic vista will come to life in your vlogs. The high resolution and frame rate make your viewers feel like they are right there with you, experiencing the sights and sounds of your journey.

Whether it's a selfie in front of a famous landmark or capturing your reaction as you taste exotic cuisine, the 108MP MP rear camera outputs every detail of your expression. What's more, the phone supports dual video recording, allowing travel vloggers to showcase both sides of your story simultaneously.

Beauty and Fashion Vlogging

In the world of beauty and fashion vlogging, the devil is in the details. Subtle makeup nuances, intricate fashion textures, and vibrant colors are all critical to the storytelling. The Infinix ZERO 4G's 2K 30FPS video recording showcases these details with exceptional precision. Your audience can appreciate the details in your makeup tutorials, the feel of fabrics in fashion hauls, and the colors in your beauty reviews. Whether you're doing a makeup tutorial or showing off the latest fashion, your audience will see every color, shade, and contour really clearly.

Lifestyle and Personal Vlogging

For lifestyle and personal vloggers, being real is super important. You want your audience to feel a connection with you, and the Infinix ZERO 4G makes that connection even stronger. 2K video recording enable vloggers to seamlessly narrate their experiences, share insights, and bring viewers closer to their everyday life, creating a more immersive viewing experience. Whether you're showing a regular day, sharing personal stories, or talking about your routines, the video looks amazing.

Another interesting feature that is crucial to daily vlogging in the dual video view. The feature adds depth and richness to the narrative, providing viewers with multiple perspectives and enhancing the storytelling experience.

By utilizing both cameras of Infinix ZERO 4G i.e. 50MP front camera and 108MP rear camera, vloggers can capture not only their own expressions and reactions but also those of others around them. This allows for a more comprehensive portrayal of the vlog's context and emotions. It provides vloggers with a wider range of creative options, enabling them to experiment with different angles, shots, and compositions, ultimately enhancing the overall visual appeal of the content.

 Whether you're into travel, beauty, fashion, or just sharing your daily life, Infinix ZERO 30 4G empowers you to stand out in the world of vlogging.

 

Standard Chartered Bank and the IFC enter a Risk-Participation Agreement

                  

Standard Chartered Bank Pakistan has signed an un-funded Risk-Participation Agreement with the International Finance Corporation.  The USD 200 million PKR equivalent programme, will see the IFC cover 50% of Standard Chartered’s risk against short term-trade and working capital funded loan facilities for corporate clients based in Pakistan.

Standard Chartered and IFC aim to leverage their long-standing relationship with export-based industries in Pakistan to enable the generation of foreign exchange inflows which remain critical for the sustainable growth of Pakistan’s economy. These inflows will be made possible through the enhanced availability of trade and working capital loan facilities including supply chain financing and sustainable finance product suites for large-scale manufacturers. This programme is a key milestone of IFC and Standard Chartered’s global collaboration that can be replicated across emerging markets to facilitate trade flows.

Sarmad Lone, Head of Client Coverage, Corporate, Commercial and Institutional Banking (CCIB) for Standard Chartered in the Africa and Middle East region said, “Building on a longstanding partnership with IFC, we are delighted with this first of its kind agreement between IFC and Standard Chartered in Pakistan. As a trade focused bank with a rich network of over 50 markets across Asia, Africa & the Middle East, we play a crucial role in enhancing the accessibility to capital and liquidity to facilitate global trade. This partnership with IFC enables us to work around macroeconomic challenges and helps us support our client base and facilitate development of their business. It is at the core of what we do as a Bank and in complete alignment with our Stand of Resetting Globalisation and our brand promise, Here for good.”

Momina Aijazuddin, Regional Head of Industry at IFC’s Financial Institutions Group across the Middle East, Türkiye, Central Asia, Pakistan, and Afghanistan added that, “This risk participation programme with Standard Chartered Bank is the first of its kind for IFC in Pakistan, designed to enhance access to finance and working capital to companies in economically lucrative sectors, as well as to small and medium enterprises that operate across their value chains. We are confident that with this effort Standard Chartered will play an important role amidst current macro-economic conditions in Pakistan by catalysing job creation, trade, and productivity, as well as economic growth.”

Infinix Partners with UNESCO for STEM Program CogLabs Workshops

                                                        

Infinix, a leading technology brand dedicated to today's youth, and the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO), are proud to announce their collaboration in support of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) education, with the CogLabs program. This partnership reflects a shared commitment to fostering sustainable development, gender equality, and quality education.

Educational robots available in the market often come with high costs, complexity, an abundance of options and sensors, as well as closed software and hardware systems.

 

The CogLabs program aims to inspire the next generation of thinkers and creators worldwide by providing accessible, hands-on experiences in robotics and machine learning. The primary objective is to enhance awareness and comprehension of artificial intelligence (AI) while making machine learning approachable, rewarding, and, above all, enjoyable. Children learn how to create Machine Learning models by building a robot requiring 3D printable parts, a smartphone, and basic electronic parts. The educational robot kit was adopted by UNESCO's STEM program. Google later collaborated with UNESCO to incorporate Teachable Machine and launch CogLabs in 2021 available in 3 languages (English, Spanish, French) across Africa, Latin America & Southeast Asia. 

 

With a particular focus on empowering today's youth, Infinix recognizes the pivotal role smartphones play in advancing UNESCO's Educational Robot program. As part of this collaboration, Infinix will provide technological support such as smartphones and laptops for UNESCO CogLabs workshops to enhance the program.

“We’re thrilled to partner with Infinix for the global rollout of the CogLabs STEM program. This powerful initiative introduces kids worldwide to AI and robotics, aligning perfectly with our mission to make STEM education universally accessible. Witnessing the transformative impact on students’ confidence and creativity is incredibly rewarding. Initially intimidated by these intricate subjects, students quickly discover their capabilities, fostering innovative problem-solving skills. Equally inspiring is the enthusiasm of teachers embracing the CogLabs program. Recognizing the potential of AI and robotics to revolutionize education, they eagerly expand their knowledge to empower the next generation.” - Joan Nadal, UNESCO Master Trainer for CogLabs Workshops and Designer of the original E3bot.

 

"Infinix wholeheartedly embraces transformative technology to enhance lives. Our partnership with UNESCO is dedicated to broadening horizons for joyful learning and exploring robotics. Together, we aim to make technology education accessible and enjoyable for everyone." - Benjamin Jiang, CEO at Infinix Mobility.

  

During the three-day on-site training, participants will engage in a comprehensive program that includes discovering Machine learning and visual coding, mastering 3D design techniques for the creation of 3D objects, setting up and operating a 3D printer and set up the E3bot for hands-on experiences.

 

The workshops have been conducted in 35 countries both onsite and online, empowering educators and students, ultimately fuelling the next wave of innovators with additional workshops being planned for 2024. 

 

The Vlogging Phone You've Been Waiting For: Infinix ZERO 30 4G now available at outlets nationwide.

                                                         

Infinix ZERO 30 4G, featuring a 2k 50 MP front vlog camera is now available on outlets nationwide for Rs 59,999. Infinix ZERO 30 4G empowers young individuals and content creators to effortlessly capture and share their stories with the world. 2k video recording enable convenient framing and real-time adjustments while vlogging on the go. In short, 2k 50MP front vlog camera open doors for an unparalleled visual storytelling experience altogether. Infinix ZERO 30 4G is now available on outlets nationwide and also on Xpark for Rs 59,999.

 
A designated 2k 50MP front vlog camera translates into a vlogging experience distinguished by its video quality and engagement, equipping users with a potent means to stay connected with their audience while on the move. Combined with higher frame rate of 30FPS, users can experience smooth motion, resulting in footage that boasts a professional-grade quality. This front camera capability outcomes effortless self-expression, convenient framing, and real-time adjustments while video recording.

But the Infinix Zero 30 4G camera capability does not end here. It also features a powerful 108 MP back camera for capturing intricate details and vibrant colours that elevate vlogs in order to make them stand out. What's more, the phone supports dual video recording, allowing users to showcase both sides of your story simultaneously.
Simon Feng, CEO of Infinix Pakistan, shared his views: ‘’Infinix Zero 30 4G embodies our dedication to empower the youth and content creators. We believe that every individual has a unique story to tell, and we are committed to providing them with the tools they need to make their mark on the world."

Infinix ZERO 30 4G is more than just a camera powerhouse. Its stunning curved display offers a 60° Golden Curve for a thoughtfully crafted in hand- feel. Manufactured with drop-resistant Corning Gorilla Glass, thee smartphone is built for durability by all means. Additionally, the flagship-grade 6.78-inch AMOLED display provides an immersive viewing experience, complete with a rapid 120Hz refresh rate and lightning-fast 360Hz touch sampling rate.
Powered by a high-performance octa-core processor and an impressive 16GB of Extended Memory, the ZERO 30 4G ensures seamless performance for all your needs. In short, Infinix ZERO 30 4G is a well-rounded smartphone for content creators and performance seekers.

 
Priced at Rs 59,999, Infinix ZERO 30 4G is now available outlets nationwide and on Xpark for Rs 59,999. 

CEO CBD PUNJAB SURPRISE VISIT PROPELS CBD PUNJAB PROJECTS TOWARD TIMELY COMPLETION

                  

Punjab Central Business District Development Authority (PCBDDA), commonly known as Central Business District Punjab (CBD Punjab), witnessed a significant development as CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, took a proactive approach to evaluate ongoing projects on a surprise visit this Sunday. The visit aimed to assess project progress in accordance with the directives of Chief Minister Punjab, Mohsin Raza Naqvi.

CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin, demonstrated his commitment to the timely completion of projects by inspecting various key sites. The surprise visit covered the Ghora Chowk Flyover, Lahore Prime CBD Punjab Quaid District, CBD Punjab Phase 2 and 3, as well as the Walton Road upgradation. 

Executive Director Technical CBD Punjab Riaz Hussain, Director Project Management CBD Punjab Asif Iqbal, Director Construction CBD Punjab Asif Babar, Director Architecture CBD Punjab Sameer Aftab, and officials from NESPAK and NLC were also present.

While expressing his views CEO CBD Punjab, Imran Amin said "Our dynamic approach ensures the timely completion of every project under CBD Punjab. We are committed to the development and progress of the region."

Executive Director Technical CBD Punjab Riaz Hussain provided a comprehensive briefing on the ongoing projects. Highlights of the progress include the completion of shuttering for the Ghora Chowk Flyover, the concrete completion of the bottom slab of the flyover, and the ongoing installation of geo grid for the MSE wall. Additionally, the sub-base for slip roads has been completed, and these roads are expected to be operational in the coming days.

Lahore Prime CBD Punjab Quaid District is currently undergoing hardscaping and landscaping.  The Walton Road upgradation is progressing rapidly to meet its targets.