Pakistan’s Pioneer Center for Cyber Research and Artificial Intelligence
Advancing cybersecurity, AI innovation, digital literacy, and emerging technologies through research, training, and national capacity-building.
Our Core Pillars
About CCRAI: Pakistan’s Premier Tech Policy Institution
As a Section 42 non-profit organization, CCRAI is committed to strengthening Pakistan's digital future through evidence-based research, professional training, and public-interest technology development. We convene experts from academia, industry, and policy to address critical national challenges in cybersecurity and AI.
What We Do
We conduct advanced research, develop indigenous solutions, provide training and certifications, and collaborate with national and international institutions to improve Pakistan’s technological competitiveness.
Cybersecurity Research Pakistan
We conduct advanced cybersecurity research in Pakistan, develop indigenous solutions, and provide training to improve the nation’s technological competitiveness and cyber awareness.
AI Development
As a leading AI research center in Pakistan, we create AI solutions for the public good, focusing on ethical AI, machine learning, and Pakistan's digital transformation.
Cybersecurity Capacity Building
Our cybersecurity training and AI courses are designed for Pakistan's future, offering capacity building in emerging technologies and digital literacy.
Technology Policy & Governance
We lead the conversation on technology policy in Pakistan, focusing on cyber governance, AI policy, and ethical frameworks for emerging technologies.
Our Governance & Leadership
CCRAI is led by a team of highly qualified professionals committed to advancing Pakistan’s digital future.
An expert in corporate leadership and digital transformation, Dr. Malik guides CCRAI’s strategic vision and research management. His work is central to establishing the institution as a leader in national technology policy.
A specialist in cybersecurity and emerging technologies, Dr. Qaisrani leads the technical program development at CCRAI, focusing on IT infrastructure and innovative cyber defense systems.
An expert in academic program development and digital learning frameworks, Mr. Soomro spearheads CCRAI’s efforts in cybersecurity policy awareness and educational outreach.
Dr. Khokhar is an Assistant Professor of International Relations at MY University, Islamabad. His research focuses on Foreign Policy, Pakistan-US relations, and South Asia.
Dr. Akram is an Assistant Professor in the Department of International Relations at Kinnaird College for Women. Her expertise contributes to CCRAI's research on the geopolitical and social implications of technology.
Program Highlights
Our initiatives are designed to build capacity, foster innovation, and address critical challenges in the digital domain.
Research & Publications
A glimpse into our latest contributions to the fields of AI and Cybersecurity. All publications will be accessible through our online Research Repository.
CCRAI Research Division
2024
CCRAI AI Policy Group
2024
Qaisrani, I.H., et al.
2023
Collaborations for Impact
We aim to create a collaborative digital research ecosystem for Pakistan.
Why Partner with CCRAI?
- Access a vibrant ecosystem of researchers, innovators, and policymakers.
- Collaborate on high-impact projects addressing national challenges.
- Co-author research and gain visibility in leading academic and industry forums.
- Shape the future of technology policy and standards in Pakistan.
Joint research, curriculum development, and faculty/student exchange programs.
Policy research, technical assistance, capacity building, and technology pilots.
Knowledge exchange, joint publications, and global research initiatives.
Applied research, internship programs, and technology transfer collaborations.
Applied research, internship programs, and technology transfer collaborations.