Technology, Media & Telecommunications

The Technology, Media, and Telecommunications ("TMT") sector is among the most dynamic and rapidly evolving industries in Pakistan. Our lawyers possess extensive international experience in this sector, understanding the growing mobile penetration and the increasing demand for technologies such as VoIP, satellite access, data protection, blockchain, and their integration with finance (FinTech) and corporate matters, including the technology-driven startup ecosystem.

We offer a comprehensive range of services covering regulatory compliance, licensing, corporate, and commercial matters. Our team regularly provides advice on the licensing of both print and electronic media industries, ensuring compliance with various statutory and legal requirements, and advising on the rights and obligations of dominant market players. We also offer counsel on the operation of non-voice cellular services, cellular value-added services, content sharing and licensing, and interconnect disputes.

Additionally, we frequently represent software houses, hardware research and development clients, and end-user relationships in matters related to piracy, licensing, and intellectual property. We also support call centers and medical transcription companies with their operational needs. When required, our lawyers represent clients before the relevant regulatory authorities.

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‍Notable Matters

• Represented a regulatory authority in a claim filed by radio licensees.
• Advised a regulatory authority on the regulatory framework for granting new satellite TV licenses.
• Acted as counsel in multiple arbitration matters, including disputes related to interconnect and long-distance international ("LDI") issues.
• Represented a telecommunications company in a VoIP platform dispute involving international arbitration.
• Provided counsel in a US$1.6 million dispute concerning the operation of a VoIP platform.
• Represented a telecommunications company in a multimillion-dollar dispute regarding the operation of an LDI platform.
• Drafted an end-user license agreement for telecommunication software and hardware.
• Advised on drafting litigation policies related to revenue liquidity matters for a telecommunications advisory.
• Drafted the privacy policy for an enterprise services company.