Sadaqat Ali Appointed Head of Digital Payment Solutions at Askari Bank, Driving Fintech Innovation in Pakistan
Sadaqat Ali joins Askari Bank as Head of Digital Payment Solutions, bringing extensive expertise in digital banking to strengthen the bank’s payment ecosystem and customer-focused financial services.
1LINK Onboards Beaconhouse Technology as Bill Aggregator on 1BILL Platform
1LINK signs agreement to onboard Beaconhouse Technology as a Bill Aggregator on 1BILL, strengthening digital fee collection with Faysal Bank as settlement partner.
1LINK Partners with PWASA to Enable 1BILL Digital Payments Across Punjab’s 36 Districts
1LINK signs strategic agreement with Punjab Water and Sanitation Agency to digitize bill payments via 1BILL, advancing secure, real-time collections and supporting Punjab’s cashless vision.
ABHI Microfinance Bank Signs MoU with Jaffer Business Systems to Advance AI-Driven Digital Banking
ABHI Microfinance Bank Signs MoU with Jaffer Business Systems to Advance AI-Driven Digital Banking
Leopards Courier Services Partners with Mastercard to Offer Exclusive SME Discounts Nationwide
Leopards Courier Services signs MoU with Mastercard to provide exclusive discounts for SME Mastercard holders at Leopards Express Centers across Pakistan, advancing fintech and logistics collaboration.
Punjab Mandates Raast QR Code Payments for Restaurants, Hotels, and Beauty Parlors to Enhance Digital Transactions
Punjab Revenue Authority requires restaurants, hotels, and beauty parlors to adopt Raast QR code-based payment systems within 14 days, promoting transparency and digital payment adoption in the services sector.
DIB President Muhammad Ali Gulfaraz Highlights Digital and Physical Banking Balance at Retail Banking Playbook 2026–2030
At the Retail Banking Playbook 2026–2030, DIB President Muhammad Ali Gulfaraz discussed strategies for customer acquisition, retention, and engagement, emphasizing the integration of digital innovation with physical banking experiences.
PITB and Bank of Punjab Strengthen PayZen Digital Payments for Instant and Secure Transactions
Punjab Information Technology Board (PITB) signs MoU with Bank of Punjab to enhance PayZen digital payment platform, offering instant payments, QR code services, IPG integration, and improved financial inclusion.
Exploring Pakistan’s Banking Readiness for the Programmable Economy and RWA Tokenization
Leading fintech and banking experts will discuss Pakistan’s preparedness for a programmable economy, blockchain integration, and real-world asset tokenization at a panel hosted by the RWA Tokenization Academy on February 9, 2026.
Mashreq Bank Pakistan Receives AA Long-Term Rating with Stable Outlook from PACRA
Mashreq Bank Pakistan Limited earns AA (Long Term) and A1 (Short Term) ratings from PACRA, reflecting strong sponsor support, robust digital infrastructure, and solid capital base, signaling confidence in the bank’s growth and stability.