The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Sunday issued a clarification addressing concerns circulating on social media over mobile tariffs, service standards and alleged unauthorized deductions, reaffirming its commitment to consumer protection and regulatory transparency. In a statement, the regulator said it had introduced the Mobile Tariff Regulations, 2025, to ensureContinue Reading
The State Bank of Pakistan has launched “Cyber Shield,” a comprehensive cyber resilience framework aimed at strengthening the country’s banking system as digital financial services continue to expand at a rapid pace. The initiative is designed to enhance cybersecurity governance, improve incident response mechanisms and foster closer coordination among banks,Continue Reading
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has directed businesses across more than 14 sectors to install point-of-sale (POS) systems, significantly widening the scope of digital tax monitoring as authorities step up efforts to improve compliance and document the economy. In an official notification, the tax authority said hospitality businesses —Continue Reading
Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite operators have held government and regulatory bodies responsible for prolonged delays in issuing licences required to launch satellite-based internet services in Pakistan, industry officials told Pakistan Digital Post. At least five companies interested in entering the Pakistani market are awaiting final regulatory clearance. While theContinue Reading
Pakistan is accelerating efforts to strengthen its cybersecurity infrastructure as digital threats continue to evolve in scale and sophistication, officials said on Friday. Authorities acknowledged that the rapid expansion of digital services, online banking, e-governance platforms and cloud-based systems has increased the country’s exposure to cyberattacks, data breaches and ransomwareContinue Reading
The Government of Sindh has approved the launch of an artificial intelligence-based job portal and a digital complaint resolution system aimed at connecting persons with disabilities to employment opportunities and public services across the province. Chief Minister Syed Murad Ali Shah gave the green light to the initiative, which willContinue Reading
Cybersecurity researchers have identified a new Android malware strain that exploits generative artificial intelligence to strengthen its grip on infected devices and assist remote attackers. The malicious software, dubbed “PromptSpy,” was uncovered by researchers at ESET. According to the firm, the malware is the first known Android threat to integrateContinue Reading