Published 8 days ago • loading... • Updated 7 days ago

PTA begins VPN licensing underclass category

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority has started licensing Virtual Private Network service providers under a class license framework to regulate data services in Pakistan.
PTA approved applications from two companies for class licenses, allowing multiple users to work under unified regulations without needing individual approvals.
The initiative is part of PTA's effort to simplify the VPN registration process, having registered over 31,000 VPNs, which facilitates freelancers to register and use VPN services.
The PTA is collaborating with other organizations to support VPN usage for lawful purposes while promoting data security, privacy, and transparency in Pakistan's expanding digital economy.

Insights by Ground AI

Does this summary seem wrong?

10 Articles

All

Left

Center

Right

The Express Tribune

PTA begins licencing process for VPN service providers

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has initiated the licencing of VPN service providers under the "Class Licence" category, marking a significant step in regulating data services in the country. On Monday, the PTA approved the applications of two companies for the grant of class licences to provide VPN services, an official statement confirmed. “This initiative enables businesses to utilise VPNs for lawful purposes, ensuring data sec…

7 days ago·Pakistan

Read Full Article

Dawn

PTA initiates licencing VPN service providers under class category

Approves 2 companies' applications under new strategy to "register" virtual private networks.

8 days ago·Pakistan

Read Full Article

Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF)

PTA, Nokia Pakistan Hold Four-Day Masterclass on “5G and Beyond: Shaping the Future of Connectivity” | Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF)

A four-day Masterclass on “5G and Beyond: Shaping the Future of Connectivity” was held in Islamabad from February 17 to 20. Organized by the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) in collaboration with Nokia Pakistan, the event brought together over 60 industry leaders, policymakers, and academics to discuss the transformative potential of 5G technology and enhance cross-border digital cooperation. PTA Chairman, Major General (R) Hafeez Ur R…

7 days ago

Read Full Article

Digital Rights Monitor

PAKISTAN: Telecom regulator initiates VPN licencing - Digital Rights Monitor

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has initiated licencing for virtual private networks (VPNs) for commercial use, according to a press release. So far, two companies have been granted licences for VPN services under the category of “Class License for the Provision of Data Services”, the PTA says in the press release published on Monday. A class licence typically permits multiple users to operate under the same set of rules without a…

7 days ago

Read Full Article

Economy.pk

Pakistan Regulates VPNs with New Licensing Framework

Introduction The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has taken a major step towards regulating Virtual Private Network (VPN) services by introducing a formal licensing system. In a landmark decision, PTA has granted Class Licenses to two companies for providing VPN services legally within the country. This initiative aims to strike a balance between national security, economic concerns, and the digital connectivity needs of businesses and…

7 days ago

Read Full Article

Minute Mirror

PTA approves VPN licensing to ensure security

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) announced on Monday the launch of VPN service provider licensing under the “Class License” category for data services. As part of this initiative, the telecom regulatory body approved applications from two companies for class licenses to offer VPN services, according to an official statement. This move allows businesses to use VPNs for legitimate purposes while ensuring data security, privacy, and r…

8 days ago

Read Full Article

Think freely.Subscribe and get full access to Ground NewsSubscriptions start at $9.99/year