QUETTA - the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan announced on Tuesday that it published its annual sector report, according to a statement released to reporters.
Analysts at Telenor Pakistan estimate that the addressable market could be worth $60 million by 2026, driven by a young population and rising smartphone ownership.
For consumers, the immediate impact is likely to be modest. Prices are expected to stay flat until at least September, and the new features will roll out gradually across the country.
Key takeaways
Government officials welcomed the development. A spokesperson for NADRA said the initiative "aligns with the national digital agenda" and promised faster approvals for similar projects.
"The infrastructure gap is real, but it is closing faster than most people realise."
Bilal Khan, senior analyst at PTCL
The broader picture is one of steady growth. Internet penetration now exceeds 55% of the population, and mobile broadband subscriptions have more than doubled since 2022.
The road ahead
The service will initially be available in Karachi, Sialkot and Islamabad, with a nationwide launch planned for later in 2026.
Key points
- New features will support Urdu alongside English
- Funding round values the company at about $18 million
- Competitors including Dastgyr are expected to respond within months
- Roughly 200 jobs expected over the next two years
The numbers tell part of the story. Freelancers in Pakistan brought in $25 million in Q3 2026, and the country remains one of the largest suppliers of online talent in the world.
Employees will be offered training through a partnership with FAST-NUCES, the company said, with a focus on cloud engineering, data analysis and product management.
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