The 19th Internet Governance Forum (IGF), hosted by Saudi Arabia in Riyadh from December 15-19, 2024, focuses on building a multistakeholder digital future. For the first time, a delegation from the Kurdistan Regional Government (KRG) is participating. Discussions include digital service challenges, online threats, and global Internet trust.
Oman’s telecom providers have issued warnings against the illegal sharing of Wi-Fi and internet services, outlining severe consequences including service termination and legal action. This crackdown aims to ensure compliance with the laws regulated by the Telecommunications Regulatory Authority.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is planning to block unregistered VPNs across the country, aiming to manage internet restrictions. This initiative ensures businesses remain compliant through VPN registration while maintaining secure and uninterrupted online operations.
