IFC to host webinar on SBP’s Regulatory Sandbox and fintech innovation themes
IFC is organizing a webinar on Pakistan’s Regulatory Sandbox Initiative, focusing on SBP’s application process and cohort themes including open banking, remittances, and merchant onboarding, with participation from global experts and private sector stakeholders.
Zindigi Introduces Paylink to Simplify Global Payments for Pakistani Freelancers
Zindigi, powered by JS Bank, has launched Paylink, a secure and seamless global payment solution for Pakistani freelancers, offering customized payment links, Visa/Mastercard compatibility, invoicing tools, and instant local PKR transfers.
JS Bank Launches SpendStory: Pakistan’s First Lifestyle-Based Credit Card Spending Breakdown
JS Bank has introduced SpendStory, Pakistan’s first lifestyle-based credit card spending breakdown, offering customers personalized insights across 16 categories and assigning personas to reflect their unique financial journeys.
Swich Partners with HBL Konnect as Agent Network Manager to Drive Financial Inclusion Across Pakistan
Swich has partnered with HBL Konnect as an Agent Network Manager, starting in Karachi and expanding nationwide, to drive financial inclusion, empower SMEs, and strengthen Pakistan’s fintech ecosystem.
SBP Gujranwala and HBL Host Webinar on Digital Financial Empowerment of Women
SBP Gujranwala and HBL are co-hosting a webinar on September 26, 2025, to discuss digital financial empowerment of women, featuring experts from banking, research, and development sectors.
Triple Jump and ASN Impact Investors Sign €5 Million Agreement with Kashf Foundation to Support Low-Income Families in Pakistan
Triple Jump and ASN Impact Investors have signed a €5 million term sheet with Kashf Foundation to strengthen financial inclusion in Pakistan, empowering low-income households and women entrepreneurs through responsible microfinance.
PayFast and Askari Bank Collaborate to Drive Raast-Powered Digital Payment Innovation in Pakistan
PayFast and Askari Bank have partnered to launch a Raast-powered white-label checkout solution, streamlining digital payments for merchants and consumers while advancing Pakistan’s vision of a cashless economy.
NS Developers Partners with 1LINK as Non-Banking Initiator with UBL as Settlement Bank
NS Developers has joined 1LINK as a Non-Banking Initiator with UBL as the settlement bank, marking a key step in strengthening cashless transactions and promoting transparency in Pakistan’s digital payment ecosystem.
Karandaaz and SBP Lead Industry Consultation on Digital Payment Escrow Utility to Strengthen Trust in Pakistan’s Commerce
Karandaaz Pakistan and the State Bank of Pakistan held a major industry consultation in Karachi on the Digital Payment Escrow Utility, bringing together banks, fintechs, and e-commerce leaders to strengthen trust and transparency in Pakistan’s digital commerce sector.
Munsalik Digital Expands Financial Inclusion with IBFT Integration through 1LINK
Munsalik Digital achieves a major milestone by implementing IBFT services with 1LINK, complemented by its existing collection features and UBL as settlement partner, advancing financial inclusion in Pakistan’s microfinance sector.