Telenor Pakistan was recognized at the Telecom Cyber Security Awards 2024, organized by the PTA, for its outstanding compliance with critical security regulations. CEO Khurrum Ashfaque received the award, underscoring the company’s commitment to enhancing its cybersecurity measures and fostering a safer digital environment in Pakistan.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) held the Cybersecurity Awards 2024 in Islamabad to recognize achievements in enhancing cybersecurity within the telecom sector. Minister of State Shaza Fatima Khawaja highlighted the government’s commitment to a robust cybersecurity framework, while shields were awarded to leading telecom entities for improving Pakistan’s Global Cybersecurity Index ranking.
The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) reported blocking around 1.3 million URLs due to “anti-Islam, indecent, and immoral” content. This action follows a petition to ban TikTok in the country, highlighting the platform’s failure to prevent blasphemous material. The PTA aims to enhance community guidelines compliance.
