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Telecom Companies Prohibited from Sharing User Data
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The government has clarified that cellular mobile operators in Pakistan are not allowed to share consumer data with any third party. The Minister-in-Charge of the…
PTA Warns Indian Spy Network Uses Fake Job Offers to Steal Pakistani Data
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a serious warning that fake job offers from alleged Indian linked entities are being used to ensnare unsuspecting…
Pakistan’s Internet Crisis in 2025: Among the Slowest and Most Expensive in the Region
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In Pakistan today, a common frustration ripples across cities and rural towns alike: sluggish internet, frequent disruptions, and a constant fight with latency. For many…
LDI Operators Face Scrutiny for Non-Payment of License Charges
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A sub-committee of the National Assembly Standing Committee on IT and Telecom, chaired by Convener Zulfiqar Bhatti, expressed frustration over the failure of Long Distance…
Govt Dismisses Allegations of Poor Internet Connectivity in Balochistan
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The government has rejected suggestions that Balochistan’s mobile and internet coverage has remained poor in recent years. Officials argue that regular surveys, strict monitoring, and…
Pakistan’s Internet Slowdown Explained
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Pakistan is facing a major internet crisis, with many users experiencing slow speeds and service disruptions. This problem is not due to a local issue…
Pakistan Still Struggles to Stop Illegal Sale of Citizens’ Data on the Dark Web
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Pakistan is facing a growing data privacy crisis as websites continue to sell citizens’ personal information without restriction. While the government formed an inquiry team…
PTA Approves Wi-Fi 7, Boosting Pakistan’s Connectivity
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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has granted approval for the adoption of Wi-Fi 7 and subsequent Wi-Fi generations within the 6 GHz band (5925–6425 MHz),…
Pakistan Mobile Phone Imports Rise 109% in FY26 Start
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Pakistan has recorded a sharp increase in mobile phone imports, reaching $300.509 million in July-August 2025, compared to $143.703 million in the same period last…
What is Dark Web and Why Pakistani Data Keeps Leaking Into It?
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A recent Senate committee meeting has brought to light a critical and ongoing data privacy crisis in Pakistan, with lawmakers challenging the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority…
350,000 Hajj Applicants’ Data Leaked on Dark Web, Senate Body Told
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The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication was informed on Friday that the personal data of over 350,000 Hajj applicants has been leaked…
Jazz Overcharging Case Lands in Public Accounts Committee
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The Senate Standing Committee on Information Technology and Telecommunication has referred the Jazz overcharging case to the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) after an audit revealed…
PTA Confirms Massive Data Leak, Senate Panel Demands Urgent Protection Laws
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The Chairman of the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) briefed the Senate committee on the alarming issue of nationwide data leaks. The PTA chairman, Major General…
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