Pakistan grants first VPN licenses in a bid to regulate VPN usage in the country

Pakistan grants first VPN licenses in a bid to regulate VPN usage in the country

The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) urges all VPN providers to obtain a license to avoid potential service disruptions. Here's all you need to know.

PTA Rolls Out New Telecom Regulations to End Hidden Charges

In a decisive move to enhance transparency and protect mobile users, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has drafted a comprehensive set of tariff regulations. These new rules aim to eliminate hidden fees and curb unfair billing practices by telecom operators. Currently in the final stages of approval, the proposed regulations come after extensive consultations with both internal and external stakeholders. Once officially notified, th…

PTA begins licensing process for VPN service providers – Pakistan Press Foundation (PPF)

Photo Source: PTA On April 18, the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA)announced that it had initiated the process of licensing Virtual Private Network (VPN) service providers under the Class License for the Provision of Data Services in the country. According to a press statement, the Authority has already issued Class Licenses to three companies for the provision of VPN services. “All VPN service providers operating without a license are…