Visa Partners with easypaisa Digital Bank to Boost Card Transactions Nationwide
Visa and easypaisa Digital Bank have entered a strategic partnership to expand Visa card issuance and usage in Pakistan, enhance cross-border payments, and strengthen the country’s digital payment ecosystem.
Pakistan Explores Stablecoin-Based Cross-Border Payments in Digital Finance Push
Pakistan signs an MoU with SC Financial Technologies to explore digital payment infrastructure and potential use of the USD1 stablecoin, signaling growing global interest in the country’s digital finance ecosystem.
Pakistan Signs Stablecoin Agreement with World Liberty Affiliate for Cross-Border Payments
Pakistan has signed an MoU with SC Financial Technologies, linked to World Liberty Financial, to explore the use of a USD-pegged stablecoin for regulated cross-border payments as part of its digital finance strategy.
Ahson Bin Saeed Appointed CEO of Raast Payments Pakistan to Lead National Digital Payments Infrastructure
Ahson Bin Saeed has taken charge as Chief Executive Officer of Raast Payments Pakistan, a State Bank of Pakistan subsidiary responsible for operating and scaling the country’s instant digital payment system. His appointment comes as Pakistan continues to expand its digital payments and financial inclusion framework.
Al Baraka Bank Pakistan Launches Digital Hub and Digital Auto Finance to Drive Islamic Banking Innovation
Al Baraka Bank Pakistan has inaugurated its Digital Hub and introduced Digital Auto Finance, strengthening its digital transformation strategy and expanding Shariah-compliant financial solutions for customers across Pakistan.
Ruhail Mohammad New PSX Chairman, Honoring Dr. Shamshad Akhtar’s Legacy
Pakistan Stock Exchange appoints Ruhail Mohammad as new Chairman, continuing Dr. Shamshad Akhtar’s legacy of governance, transparency, and strategic market development.
Pakistan and Visa Boost Digital Payment Systems to Promote Cashless Economy
Pakistan’s finance ministry and Visa agree to enhance technical coordination for digitizing government payments, expanding financial inclusion, and supporting small businesses and remittances.
PM Shehbaz Sharif Accelerates SME and Agricultural Loans Through Digital Financing
Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif directs SBP to simplify SME and farmer loan processes, launches digital initiatives like Zarkhaiz-e-App, and prioritizes private sector lending to modernize agriculture and boost entrepreneurship.
TouchPoint’s Cadepo Meets SBP Regulatory Standards for Cash Deposit Machines
TouchPoint’s Cadepo Cash and Cheque Deposit Solution meets the State Bank of Pakistan’s regulatory benchmark for CDMs, strengthening digital banking and cash management infrastructure.
PTCL Approves Rs15bn Capital Injection for U Microfinance Bank’s Digital Growth
PTCL Group has approved a Rs15 billion capital injection into U Microfinance Bank to support digital banking expansion, financial inclusion, and new product development across Pakistan.