PTA Cracks Down on Telecom Fraud, Blocking Over 1,600 Phones and 1,800 Numbers in a Year
Islamabad: Pakistan’s telecom regulator has intensified its campaign against digital fraud, blocking more than 1,800 mobile numbers and over 1,600 handsets in the past year as part of a broader effort to protect consumers and curb misuse of mobile services….
National CERT Trains Government Officials to Strengthen Cyber Risk Governance
Islamabad: Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has completed a five-day Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC) training programme for government officials, underscoring a renewed push to bolster cybersecurity preparedness and risk management across the public…
Increased Online Family Connectivity Raises New Cyber Safety Concerns: Kaspersky
As families increasingly rely on digital platforms to stay connected, new cybersecurity risks are emerging alongside the convenience, according to a global study released by cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. The research shows that digital communication has become central to modern family…
Govt Moves to Fast-Track Internet Expansion With Sweeping Telecom Law Reforms
The federal government has unveiled a far-reaching overhaul of Pakistan’s telecom laws, aiming to accelerate the rollout of high-speed internet and mobile networks while tightening oversight of key sector regulators and state-run institutions. Under the proposed Pakistan Telecommunication (Re-organization) (Amendment)…
PTA Warns Against Illegal and False Content, Urges Responsible Use of Social Media
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) on Tuesday reiterated that responsible use of social media is a shared national responsibility, warning citizens against spreading illegal, hateful, defamatory or false content online. In a press release, the telecom regulator stressed that misuse…
PTA Issues Fresh Warning on SIM Deactivation Over Inactivity
Islamabad Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has issued a public advisory warning mobile users that SIMs found inactive or registered through irregular means may be blocked, as part of its ongoing efforts to strengthen digital security and curb misuse of telecom…
National CERT, Institute of Regional Studies Partner to Strengthen Pakistan’s Cyber Defences
Islamabad: Pakistan’s National Cyber Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has entered into a strategic partnership with the Institute of Regional Studies (IRS), marking a significant step toward strengthening the country’s cybersecurity framework and advancing the vision of Digital Pakistan. The…