5G Auction Update: Pakistan Targets March 2026 to Fix “Spectrum Starvation”
Pakistan is preparing to hold its long-awaited 5G spectrum auction in March 2026, as policymakers move to address what industry experts describe as years of “spectrum starvation” that have slowed network performance and broadband growth. Between fiscal years 2022 and…
PTA Orders Comprehensive Cyber Security Audit of Its IT Systems Amid Rising Digital Threats
Islamabad: In a significant move aimed at strengthening Pakistan’s digital defenses, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has decided to conduct a comprehensive cyber security audit of its critical IT systems and digital infrastructure, according to official documents and an Expression…
Mashreq and Ufone Join Forces to Offer Seamless Digital Telco Services via Mashreq App
Mashreq Pakistan has announced a strategic partnership with Ufone, bringing essential telecom services directly into the Mashreq app. Customers can now top up mobile credit and purchase Ufone bundles without leaving their banking interface, marking a major step in digital…
PTA Makes Toll-Free Calls Truly Free for Mobile Users in Major Consumer Relief Move
Islamabad In a landmark decision aimed at improving consumer convenience and strengthening access to essential services, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has announced that all toll-free (0800) numbers will now be completely free to call from mobile phones, ending a…
Pakistan Puts Starlink Approval on Hold
Islamabad Pakistan has put the approval process for Elon Musk-owned Starlink on hold, delaying the launch of satellite-based internet services in the country amid rising concerns over data security, regulatory control, and shifting global political dynamics. The move reflects Islamabad’s…
PTA Sets Strict Pricing Rule for 5G Auction, Warns Non-Compliant Bids Will Be Rejected
Pakistan’s long-awaited 5G spectrum auction will follow strict pricing rules, with the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) confirming that any bid failing to meet the required price format will be automatically rejected or corrected by the auction system. In its responses…
Pakistan’s National CERT Flags Active Zero-Day Attacks on Ivanti Mobile Systems
Pakistan’s National Computer Emergency Response Team (National CERT) has issued a high-severity alert warning of active cyberattacks exploiting critical zero-day vulnerabilities in on-premises deployments of Ivanti Endpoint Manager Mobile (EPMM), urging organizations to patch systems immediately. In an advisory, National…