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Pakistan Boosts Bandwidth Amid VPN Slowdowns, New Cable Ahead

1/4/2025

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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is calling for a boost in national bandwidth to combat internet slowdowns linked to VPN use and submarine cable disruptions. To stabilize services, a temporary bandwidth measure is in place. Excitingly, a new undersea cable is on track to launch by Q4 2025, promising to transform connectivity and enhance speeds significantly.

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The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) is calling for a boost in national bandwidth to combat internet slowdowns linked to VPN use and submarine cable disruptions. To stabilize services, a temporary bandwidth measure is in place. Excitingly, a new undersea cable is on track to launch by Q4 2025, promising to transform connectivity and enhance speeds significantly.