Pakistan Bans 46 Illegal Apps for Gambling, Trading & Data Theft
Pakistan’s digital watchdog, the National Cyber Crime Investigation Agency (NCCIA), has officially declared 46 mobile apps illegal, citing risks to both financial security and personal data. The Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA) has been instructed to block access immediately.The Express TribuneThe News International
What’s Being Banned?
Gambling & Betting Apps
1xBet, Chicken Road, Aviator Games, Dafabet, 22Bet, Casumo, Rabona, 10Cric, Plinko, Bet365, Melbet, Parimatch, BetWinner, 888Starz, ThunderpickThe News InternationalThe Express Tribune
Unregulated Forex & Binary Trading Platforms
Binomo, IQ Option, Pocket Option, Deriv, Olymp Trade, OctaFX, QuotexThe News InternationalThe Express Tribune
Privacy-Invasive Apps (SIM/CNIC Data)
Sim Owner Details, Pak Sim Data, Sky Sim Data, Sim TrackerThe News InternationalThe Express Tribune
Why This Matters
These apps operate outside legal and regulatory boundaries, posing serious threats:
Financial risks from unlicensed games and scams
Privacy breaches via unauthorized data collectionThe Express TribuneThe News International
What Authorities Are Doing
Immediate blocking of the apps via PTA
User warning: Delete banned apps and only use verified, regulated platformsThe Express Tribune
Summary
Pakistan is stepping up digital safety by banning apps that combine gambling, unregulated trading, and data theft. If you're using or promoting any of these platforms — uninstall now and choose secure, legal alternatives.
Disclaimer
This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal or financial advice. I have no affiliation with any entities mentioned
