The Punjab government has expanded its free Wi-Fi initiative in Lahore, adding access points at an additional 100 locations across the city. This brings the total number of free Wi-Fi hotspots to 200 in the city. The free Wi-Fi service is specifically designed for emergency use. Police and family members can be contacted in an […]
On June 13, Punjab Information Minister Azma Bukhari assured journalists that the newly introduced defamation law would not impact their work. She clarified that the legislation is aimed at social media influencers who spread misinformation for financial gain. Bukhari also announced the allocation of a one billion rupees budget for healthcare of the journalists’ community. […]
On May 14, Islamabad High Court (IHC) temporarily halted the government’s plan to block SIM cards of individuals who have not filed their income tax returns, citing potential conflicts with constitutional rights. IHC Chief Justice Aamer Farooq issued a stay order until May 27 while seeking a response from the Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) […]
On May 3, the Pakistan Telecommunications Authority (PTA) announced its refusal to comply with the Federal Board of Revenue’s (FBR) directive to block the mobile phone SIMs of over half a million individuals who failed to file their tax returns in 2023. Earlier in the week, on April 30, the FBR directed the PTA and telecom companies to block […]
On May 2, Minister of State for IT and Telecommunication Shaza Fatima Khawaja held a virtual congregation with key stakeholders from the Asia Internet Coalition (AIC), anchored by its Managing Director Jeff Paine. The dialogue covered extensive discussions on digitalization, the responsible use of social media, digital rights, and e-safety. Key participants from the AIC included major […]
The burgeoning partnership between Pakistan and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) in the realms of Information Technology and Telecom received a significant boost at the LEAP 2024 technology conference, one of the world’s premier tech events. The event served as a dynamic hub where innovators, investors, and industry leaders explored cutting-edge technologies and forged lucrative […]
Experts from a global cybersecurity and digital privacy company Kaspersky have unveiled startling findings indicating a 17% surge in cyber threats in Pakistan during the year 2023 compared to the previous year. According to The Express Tribune the report highlights that cyberattacks have intensified, posing significant challenges to cybersecurity in the country. The study highlights the escalating risk landscape […]
According to the Daily Times, The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has launched a series of raids aimed at curbing the illegal activation of SIM cards and shutting down unlicensed Internet Service Providers (ISPs). The crackdown comes as part of the PTA’s ongoing efforts to regulate the telecommunications sector and ensure compliance with regulations. In a statement […]
Caretaker Federal Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunications (MoITT) Dr. Umar Saif distributed Rs825 million as cash prizes to companies playing a significant role in IT and IT services exports during the “IT and ITeS Export Award” organized by the Pakistan Software Export Board (PSEB), an organization of the Ministry of IT and Telecommunication, here […]
ISLAMABAD – In the context of the joint construction of the Belt and Road Initiative and the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC), Chinese and Pakistani researchers are helping Pakistan build smarter and safer cities through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) technology. At the beginning of year 2022, the CPInS Lab was officially established at Pakistan […]
The entry of artificial intelligence (AI) has generated a wider debate on the impact of this cutting-edge technology. People are not sure whether AI is going to augment and complement humans in their work or completely replace it. And while AI is a revolution in itself and has garnered a lot of attention across the […]
Governor of Sindh, Muhammad Kamran Khan Tessori, announced the commencement of IT classes starting from February 6th during a press conference at Governor House. The newly constructed IT University spans 24,000 square feet and houses over 300 computer labs, washrooms, and a dedicated power supply infrastructure costing 1.5 billion PKR. Governor Tessori expressed gratitude, stating […]
ISLAMABAD: Caretaker Minister for Information Technology and Telecommunication Dr Umar Saif on Monday said Pakistan was the seventh largest market of cellular users in the world with 191 million cellular connections, but most of the mobile phones were imported in the country. “We need to manufacture them locally and develop an industry to export made-in-Pakistan […]
Presented by TECNO, powered by Jazz, designed and produced by Brand Spectrum, Pakistan Mobile Summit, the first ever mobile conference in Pakistan, took place on Monday at Serena Hotel in Islamabad. With a distinguished guest list of top industry leaders and over 250 attendees, this event provided an excellent platform for engaging in insightful discussions, […]
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