PECA
AIC Raises Concerns Over Pakistan’s New Cybercrime Law
ISLAMABAD: The Asia Internet Coalition (AIC) has raised serious concerns over the passage of the Prevention of Electronic Crimes (Amendment) Act (PECA), 2025 without meaningful…
PECA Amendments: A Threat to Social Media Freedom in Pakistan?
The PECA amendments and social media freedom in Pakistan have become a major topic of debate. Digital rights activists, journalists, and netizens have raised concerns…
Controversial cybercrime bill ‘PECA’ sails through Senate
ISLAMABAD: The Senate on Tuesday passed the controversial cybercrime bill, PECA, amid protests by members of the opposition. The bill was moved by Minister for…
Opp Leader Omar Ayub takes Jab at Digital Nation Pakistan Bill
ISLAMABAD: Leader of Opposition in the National Assembly, Omar Aynb, on Thursday took a jab at the “Digital Nation Pakistan Bill,” noting it could adversely…
PTA Chairman Shifts Blame for Internet Issues to Government
ISLAMABAD: Major General (R) Hafeezur Rehman, the chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA), has attributed the country’s persistent internet issues to the government’s lack…
Over 1.4 Million Websites Blocked by PTA Under PECA
ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) has taken decisive action against illegal online activities by blocking over 1.4 million websites under the Prevention of Electronic…
First Cybercrime Case Filed Over Spreading Fake News in Pakistan
KARACHI: The Federal Investigation Agency (FIA) Cyber Crime Wing in Karachi has registered its first case against individuals for disseminating fabricated and misleading news online.…
