Conflicting Claims Over Firewall Fuel Public Concern as Govt Remains Silent
Conflicting claims over whether a controversial internet firewall is operational or has been shut down have triggered public concern, with the government yet to issue a formal clarification. The matter was debated in the Senate a day earlier, where Senator…
DIFC’s Dubai FinTech Summit Goes Global with Pakistan Digital Authority
First international expansion of Dubai FinTech Summit will be held in partnership with Pakistan Digital Authority on 18 and 19 August 2026. Collaboration solidifies Pakistan’s status as a strategic global FinTech growth market. The Summit is set to be one…
Social Media Firewall Sparks Debate in Senate Session
The alleged shutdown of a controversial social media firewall came under discussion in the Senate, with Senator Kamran Murtaza questioning the government over reports suggesting the system had been deactivated. Speaking during the session, the senator asked whether the firewall,…
Punjab Safe Cities Authority Launches Online Complaint Tracking System
The Punjab Safe Cities Authority (PSCA) has rolled out an online complaint tracking system aimed at enhancing transparency and efficiency in handling cases registered through its 15 emergency helplines. The initiative enables citizens to monitor the progress of their complaints…
SBP Unveils ‘Cyber Shield’ to Fortify Pakistan’s Banking System Against Digital Threats
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,…
FBR Expands Digital Tax Net, Orders POS Installation Across 14+ Sectors Nationwide
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…
Regulatory delays stall foreign LEO investment, hurt Pakistan’s digitalisation drive
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…