Govt consults stakeholders on Starlink’s internet service launch in Pakistan
Starlink Internet Services is under scrutiny as it seeks approval from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) and other stakeholders for its technical plan before launching services in the country. Moreover, the Ministry of Information Technology and Telecommunication revealed that the PTA is currently assessing Starlink’s technical vulnerabilities, particularly concerning its
Internet slowdown in Pakistan to last till October, says PTA
Pakistan’s internet disruption is expected to persist for over a month due to a submarine cable fault, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) said on Wednesday, with repairs anticipated by early October. The ongoing internet issues have drawn sharp criticism from the public and the information technology (IT) sector, who blame
Over 20,000 VPNs approved by PTA for compliance
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has approved 20,437 Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) for use, covering more than 1,422 companies. Out of these, 19,840 VPNs are associated with 1,286 VPN companies, while 180 VPNs have been registered by 136 freelancer companies. Additionally, 417 VPNs have been registered through the Pakistan Software
PTA requests Ministry of IT for early creation of a VPN policy
The Ministry of Information Technology is considering a proposal from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) for a VPN policy. The PTA has recommended that VPNs be registered rather than banned, citing their widespread use by IT firms and freelancers. Moreover, they stress that VPNs are crucial for personal data protection
WATCH: Hina Khwaja Bayat lashes out at govt over internet disruptions
Veteran actress Hina Khwaja Bayat has publicly criticised the Pakistani government for the ongoing internet disruptions, which have resulted in significantly slower browsing speeds and hindered access to essential services like Google and Meta platforms. Expressing her frustration on Instagram, Bayat demanded clarity from the authorities regarding the installation of
‘X’ Collaborates Closely with Pakistani Government to Tackle Concerns
WEB DESK: The social media platform ‘X’, formerly known as Twitter, has released a statement addressing the suspension issues in Pakistan. They have affirmed their ongoing collaboration with the pertinent authorities to address and resolve the concerns raised. A statement issued by X’s Global Government Affairs team said, “We continue to
