PTCL Unveils 2026 Roadmap for AI, IoT, and NextGen Connectivity

Pakistan Telecommunication Company Limited (PTCL) today outlined its 2026 innovation roadmap, revealing plans for new enterprise products targeting artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT), and advanced cybersecurity during its Connect 2025 corporate event. The company gathered corporate clients and industry figures to present its strategy for enhancing Pakistan”s digital infrastructure.

The daylong gathering, held at a local hotel, included solution demonstrations and presentations covering the company”s existing portfolio, which includes cloud services, data centres, cybersecurity, and international connectivity for corporate customers nationwide.

Hatem Bamatraf, President and Group CEO of PTCL and Ufone 4G, stated that the initiative reflects a longterm commitment to Pakistan”s digital foundation. “As enterprises navigate an era defined by cloud adoption, cybersecurity, AI, and resilient connectivity, PTCL is evolving into a comprehensive technology partner that enables secure, scalable, and futureready growth,” Bamatraf said. He added that the company is focusing on empowering businesses through sustained investment and strategic partnerships.

A central feature of the event was the presentation of the 2026 roadmap, which previewed enterprisegrade products designed for cloudnative systems, advanced security protocols, and AIpowered applications.

This was followed by panel discussions where executives from the banking, manufacturing, healthcare, and retail industries shared their experiences using PTCL”s current enterprise services.

According to the company, panellists reported tangible benefits, including improved operational efficiency, a stronger security posture, and quicker deployment of digital services, linking current performance to the relevance of the firm’s future product pipeline.

The event also touched upon PTCL”s strategic collaborations with international technology providers, an approach aimed at combining global standards with local market expertise.

The Connect 2025 forum was positioned by PTCL Business Solutions as a platform to communicate its ongoing strategy for supporting business growth and national technological competitiveness.