
Jazz Invests Rs53.9 Billion, Driving Pakistan’s Digital and Financial Growth
Key Takeaways: Jazz has significantly bolstered its commitment to Pakistan’s digital and financial future with a substantial investment of Rs53.9…
Key Takeaways: Jazz has significantly bolstered its commitment to Pakistan’s digital and financial future with a substantial investment of Rs53.9…
Mehwish Salman Ali, a Pakistani tech entrepreneur, represented Pakistan at the International Digital Cooperation Forum in Jordan, highlighting AI’s potential for economic growth and foreign investment. Ali emphasized the need for AI-friendly policies and discussed strategies for attracting investment, particularly in the Middle East, to help grow Pakistan’s tech sector.
Pakistan is working to officially recognize e-sports as a sport, developing a structured framework to support its growth. Key initiatives include establishing gaming arenas, offering specialized internet packages, and fostering university involvement. Committees will be formed to drive policy development, aiming to nurture talent and enhance competitive gaming opportunities.
VEON and Huawei have partnered to deploy solar power across 1,000 Jazz sites in Pakistan. Using Huawei’s iSolar technology, the initiative will reduce energy costs by up to 96% and contribute to Jazz’s commitment to a net-zero carbon target by 2050. The project aims to offer a scalable model for future expansion.
Key Takeaways: Lahore, Pakistan – HG Telecommunication and One Network have partnered to enhance Pakistan’s digital infrastructure and expand connectivity across…
Jazz organized a five-day 5G training program at the Jazz-NUST 5G Innovation Lab for officials from the Frequency Allocation Board (FAB). The training covered essential 5G technologies and network optimization, supporting Pakistan’s digital transformation. The initiative strengthens collaboration between industry, academia, and government to accelerate 5G adoption.
Pakistan’s Deputy Prime Minister, Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar, invited Etisalat and e& to increase their investments in Pakistan’s telecom sector during a meeting in Dubai. The discussions focused on Pakistan’s favorable investment policies and the potential for further growth, aiming to strengthen the country’s telecom infrastructure.
Pakistan is participating in AI Everything Global 2025 to boost its digital exports and showcase its tech industry. With over 30 delegates, including 11 companies and two start-ups, Pakistan aims to leverage AI to drive economic transformation and expand its IT exports. The event features global tech giants and investors.
Pakistan is modernizing its maritime sector with digital reforms aimed at improving port operations, trade efficiency, and transparency. Key initiatives include the Port Community System, enhanced risk management, and the integration of AI. These reforms are designed to boost the country’s competitiveness as a global trading hub.
Pakistan’s delayed telecom spectrum allocation could cost up to $4.3 billion in GDP losses by 2030, warns GSMA. The telecom body urges fair pricing in the 2025 auction to avoid hindering digital growth and 5G development, emphasizing the need for sustainable policies and infrastructure-focused approaches.