Pakistan must stop delaying satellite internet adoption over hypothetical fears. This opinion explores why technologies like Starlink and LEO satellites can strengthen connectivity, banking, disaster resilience, and digital inclusion despite security concerns.
An in-depth look at the open-source Global Threat Map by Prosper Otemuyiwa and why cybersecurity teams should use geopolitical intelligence, conflict tracking, and OSINT-driven situational awareness to strengthen cyber risk analysis and decision-making.
Virtual cards are gaining importance in Pakistan’s digital payments ecosystem as consumers face rising fraud risks, offering stronger protection through disposable and controlled payment credentials.
A long-running cyber espionage campaign targeting Southeast Asian military networks reveals how stealthy cyber operations are used to gather strategic intelligence from modern defense infrastructure.
Cybersecurity researchers report a surge in Iran-linked cyber operations as regional tensions intensify, with hacktivist groups launching DDoS attacks, phishing campaigns, and malware distribution targeting institutions connected to the conflict.
Operational technology environments in Pakistan face unique cybersecurity challenges. Holcomb’s “20 Questions for OT/ICS Cybersecurity” provides a structured framework for evaluating asset visibility, network architecture, incident response, workforce readiness, and operational resilience in industrial systems.
As AI agents move from pilots to operational workflows, Pakistani enterprises face a new cybersecurity landscape. Emerging risks include prompt injection, hallucination, memory manipulation, and tool misuse, requiring governance, monitoring, and secure deployment strategies.
State Bank of Pakistan unveils Cyber Shield 2025 2030 strategy to enhance cyber resilience, protect customers, strengthen governance, and secure financial institutions against evolving cyber threats.
