State Bank of Pakistan Progress Report Shows Major Gains in Digital Payments and Financial Inclusion
The State Bank of Pakistan releases its NFIS annual progress report, highlighting a rapid increase in digital wallet adoption and reduced financial gender gaps.
U Microfinance Bank Limited Appoints Shamsulhaq Niaz as Chief Digital Officer to Drive Financial Innovation
Shamsulhaq Niaz steps into the role of Chief Digital Officer at U Microfinance Bank Limited bringing over fifteen years of global digital banking and fintech expertise.
State Bank of Pakistan Mandates Extended Banking Hours for Nationwide Tax Collection
The State Bank of Pakistan directs commercial banks to extend public dealing hours and ensure continuous online portal access for fiscal collection.
UBL Appoints Head Of E-Commerce To Strengthen Digital Payments And Merchant Ecosystem In Pakistan
A senior banking leadership appointment at United Bank Limited highlights a strategic push toward expanding digital payments, e-commerce enablement, and merchant solutions in Pakistan’s growing fintech landscape.
National Bank of Pakistan Partners with ISTIQEME to Accelerate Merchant QR Deployment
NBP and ISTIQEME sign an MoU to expand Pakistan’s digital payment ecosystem through merchant QR code infrastructure and specialized training initiatives.
Pakistan and Mastercard Partner to Expand Financial Inclusion and Fintech Innovation
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb and Mastercard leadership meet at the IMF World Bank Spring Meetings to discuss digital payments and cybersecurity in Pakistan.
Mobilink Bank and JazzCash Launch Pakistan First Major Cashless Bazaar in Rawalpindi
Mobilink Bank and JazzCash transform Rawalpindi Chaklala Scheme-III into a digital hub with Raast QR codes and SME financial solutions.
World Bank Pledges Continued Support for BISP Social Protection Initiatives
The World Bank reaffirms its technical support for the Benazir Income Support Programme to enhance transparency and efficiency in Pakistans social safety net.
Meezan Bank Expands Merchant Network and Raast Integration to Drive Cashless Economy
Meezan Bank scales its digital payment strategy by onboarding 140,000 new merchants and integrating Raast to accelerate Pakistan’s transition to a formal economy.
Euronet Pakistan and Keenu Renew Strategic Payments Partnership for a Third Consecutive Term
Euronet Pakistan and Keenu have extended their long-standing strategic collaboration for another five years, aiming to modernize Pakistan’s digital payment infrastructure.