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PTA mandates explicit user consent before activation of telecom packages

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority directs telecom operators to obtain clear customer approval before activating any service package or value-added service.

Pakistan to auction 5G spectrum on March 10 with 597 MHz on offer

Pakistan Telecommunication Authority confirms March 10 date for 5G spectrum auction, offering 597 MHz across multiple bands with rollout expected within six months.

Pakistan launches regulatory sandbox to test crypto services under oversight

Pakistan has introduced a supervised testing framework allowing companies to trial digital asset products before full licensing as part of efforts to build a formal crypto regulatory regime.

Pakistan offers incentives as Apple plans iPhone manufacturing, refurbishing

Pakistan is preparing a new electronics manufacturing framework offering incentives to attract Apple for iPhone assembly and refurbishment aimed at exports and localisation.

Pakistan launches indigenous EO-2 earth observation satellite from China

Pakistan’s space agency SUPARCO says the EO-2 satellite will improve disaster monitoring, agriculture planning and national resource management.

OpenAI Prepares to Enter Hardware Market With AI-Powered Earbuds

OpenAI is preparing to launch its first hardware product, AI-powered earbuds, as the company expands beyond software-based artificial intelligence systems.

NADRA launches national bug bounty with HEC to boost cyber security

NADRA has launched its first national Bug Bounty Challenge with HEC and PakCERT to strengthen Pakistan’s digital identity security and promote ethical hacking nationwide.

Sky47 launches Pakistan’s largest cloud and AI infrastructure platform

Sky47 has officially launched Pakistan’s largest cloud and AI infrastructure platform, offering high-density cloud and AI-ready compute to support enterprise, government and digital innovation.

Islamabad airport becomes Pakistan’s first fully digital and cashless airport

Islamabad International Airport has been fully digitised under a cashless payments initiative led by Pakistan Airports Authority and Zindigi.

Pakistan sets Ramadan timeline for 5G spectrum auction

Pakistan plans to auction 5G spectrum during Ramadan, with authorities aiming to launch services in major cities within six months of the process.

Pakistan Approves Plan to Roll Out 3,000 EV Charging Stations Nationwide

Pakistan has approved a nationwide roadmap to install 3,000 electric vehicle charging stations, aiming to accelerate EV adoption and strengthen clean transport infrastructure.

Pakistan Greenlights Live-Broadcast 5G Spectrum Auction

After completing the PIA privatisation process, Pakistan has approved a live-broadcast 5G spectrum auction, marking a key step toward the early launch of next-generation mobile services nationwide.