Telecom
Pakistan to Release Additional Spectrum to Boost Slow Mobile Broadband
The Government of Pakistan has initiated steps to release additional spectrum for Cellular Mobile Operators (CMOs) and update regulatory standards to enhance mobile broadband services nationwide. Currently, Pakistan has 274 MHz of assigned spectrum, one of the lowest in the…
PTA’s First-Ever Railway QoS Survey Reveals Poor 4G Coverage and Latency Issues
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has revealed that none of the major telecom operators met the standards for 4G coverage and latency in its first-ever…
5G and LDI Licenses in Limbo as PTA Spectrum Renewal Issues Persist
PTA spectrum and LDI renewal issues are facing significant delays as multiple frequency bands and licensing renewals remain tied up in legal proceedings. A total…
Inaugural Pakistan Digital Nation Summit Happening on THIS Date
Islamabad is gearing up to host its first-ever Pakistan Digital Nation Summit on August 7, marking a key milestone in the country’s journey to becoming…
PTA Suspends Orion Track’s License Over Regulatory Non-Compliance
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has suspended the license of Orion Track (Private) Limited. This action was taken due to the company’s continuous failure to…
3G/4G Users in Pakistan Surge to 146.048 Million in June 2025, PTA Data Reveals
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) recently released data showing an increase in 3G/4G users and penetration in the country. According to the data, the number…
PTA Report: Jazz and Zong Top Complaint List in June 2025
In June 2025, a total of 9,080 complaints were received from telecom consumers against various operators. Out of these 8,859 complaints, 97.57 percent were successfully…
Wateen Telecom Must Pay Rs6.25 Billion to Retain LDI License: PTA
Wateen Telecom must pay Rs6.25 billion in outstanding dues to keep its Long Distance and International (LDI) License. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced the…
Call Center Revenue and Cyber Scams Under Senate Review This Week
The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication will hold a critical meeting on July 31, 2025 (Thursday) to discuss Pakistan’s digital economy, including…
Chinese Cable Company Explores Pakistan’s Fiber Broadband Market
A major Chinese cable company is setting its sights on Pakistan’s growing broadband market, following a high-level meeting with Federal Minister for IT and Telecommunication…
PTA QoS Survey Flags Major Issues with Fixed-Line Broadband Services
Most fixed-line broadband services in Pakistan are underperforming, according to the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority’s (PTA) latest Quality of Service (QoS) survey for Q2 2025. The…
T-Mobile Expands T-Satellite Coverage to All Customers
T-Mobile has officially launched its T-Satellite service for all users after months of successful testing. Over 2 million users participated in the beta phase, with…
Systems Limited Explores Strategic Acquisition in IT Services
Systems Limited has announced it is exploring a potential acquisition in the IT and IT-enabled services sector. This move aligns with the company’s long-term growth…