Internet
Iran Plans Fees for Hormuz Subsea Internet Cables
Iran has announced plans to impose fees on the world’s largest technology companies for using subsea internet cables running beneath the Strait of Hormuz, according…
Pakistan Approves In-Flight Internet and Mobile Services Via Satellite Licence
Pakistan has approved a plan to allow internet and mobile services on flights, with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) drafting a formal in-flight satellite licence.…
PTA Issues District-Level Internet Licenses Across Pakistan
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has begun granting district-level Class Licenses for Internet Services starting January 1, 2026, across the country. The licenses are issued…
Pakistani Netizens React To StormFiber Price Hike Rumors
Reports of a StormFiber price hike starting May 2026 are circulating online, with users raising concerns about increasing internet costs. Discussions on Reddit suggest upcoming…
What Actually Happens When You Accept Or Reject Website Cookies?
Every website asks you to accept or reject cookies, but the choice affects your privacy, security, and browsing experience. This guide explains how cookies work,…
Internet Disrupted in Lahore After Fiber Optic Cables Cut
The Lahore Electric Supply Company severed internet and cable operators’ fiber lines on Jail Road, Queens Road, Gulberg and other key locations, prompting a sharp…
FBR Cuts Customs Valuation for Fiber Broadband Optical Network Terminals
In a landmark decision aimed at boosting Pakistan’s fiber broadband sector, the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has significantly reduced the customs valuation for imported…
Samsung Internet for Windows Expands Globally
Samsung is expanding its web browser beyond mobile for the first time. The company’s Internet browser, previously exclusive to Android devices, is now available for…
PTA Responds to Viral Internet Slowdown Claims
In an official clarification issued on January 14, 2026, PTA stated that reports circulating on social media about possible internet disruption or slowdown are incorrect…
Internet Services Across Pakistan Likely to Slow Down on January 15
Internet users across Pakistan are likely to face slow speeds and service disruptions on January 15, as maintenance work is scheduled on one of the…
Study Finds Internet Abuse Is Driven by a Tiny User Minority
A small fraction of internet users is responsible for the majority of toxic behavior online, according to new research examining harassment, abuse, and disruptive conduct…
Internet and Cable Operators Protest LESCO’s Cable Cutting Drive
Internet and cable operators in Lahore have accused the Lahore Electric Supply Company (LESCO) of cutting their cables without prior notice, disrupting services across several…
Govt Weighs Solar and Internet Taxes to Meet IMF Revenue Conditions
The government is considering new taxes on solar panels and internet services in consultation with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to meet revenue targets if…
