Pakistan Could Save $400 Million In Remittance Costs Through Regulated Stablecoins
Pakistan could save around $400 million annually by reducing remittance costs through regulated stablecoins as the government develops a broader virtual assets framework.
aik By BankIslami Partners With Shalimar Express To Digitise Railway Ticketing And Cargo Payments
aik by BankIslami partners with AA Enterprises under Shalimar Express to introduce Raast QR payments and Soundboxes across 40 passenger terminals and cargo hubs nationwide.
HBL Appointed Exclusive Banking Partner for Hajj 2027
HBL Islamic has been appointed the exclusive banking partner for Hajj 2027 by Pakistan’s Ministry of Religious Affairs, supporting Shariah-compliant payments and digital Hajj applications.
Hajj Pilgrims Deposit Over Rs8.7 Billion Through Digital Portal
More than 13,260 Hajj pilgrims have deposited over Rs8.7 billion through the Hajj Digital Portal using bank cards, OneLink PSID and digital challans for Hajj 2027.
Zong And Zindigi Launch Z-Wallet With Embedded Banking Services In My Zong App
Zong and Zindigi have launched Z-Wallet inside the My Zong App, enabling users to access RAAST transfers, bill payments and mobile top ups through an embedded finance model.
SBP Says 11.5% Interest Rate Supports Inflation Control And Economic Growth
SBP Governor Jameel Ahmad says the current 11.5% policy rate is appropriate to keep inflation within the 5-7% target while supporting investment and economic activity.
PSW And Sindh Board Of Revenue Sign SLA For Digital Stamp Duty Collection
Pakistan Single Window and Board of Revenue Sindh sign an agreement to enable digital collection, real-time monitoring and reconciliation of Sindh Stamp Duty.
HBL Microfinance Bank Becomes First Pakistani Bank To Go Live Under BISP Agent Interoperability Initiative
HBL Microfinance Bank becomes the first bank in Pakistan to go live as an Issuer under the BISP Agent Interoperability initiative, expanding access to beneficiary funds.
SBP Deputy Governor Calls For Technology-Led Push To Expand Financial Inclusion In Pakistan
State Bank of Pakistan Deputy Governor Saleem Ullah has called for greater use of technology and digital payment infrastructure to expand financial inclusion in Pakistan, highlighting financial literacy, limited use of financial services and continued reliance on cash as key barriers.
NayaPay Named Fintech Startup Pakistan at Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2026
NayaPay has been recognised as Fintech Startup Pakistan at the Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2026 for its product innovation and contribution to expanding Pakistan’s digital payments infrastructure and access to financial services.