MCB Bank and NayaPay Join Forces to Digitize Remittances for Overseas Pakistanis
MCB Bank has partnered with NayaPay to streamline and digitize the home remittance process for overseas Pakistanis, combining MCB’s remittance network with NayaPay’s digital wallet platform to deliver faster and more accessible financial services.
Branding Pakistan at Money20/20 Middle East
Pakistan takes center stage at Money20/20 Middle East in Riyadh, with government leaders, financial regulators, and fintech innovators representing the nation’s digital finance potential on a global stage.
Pakistan’s Crypto Turning Point: From Skepticism to Strategic Embrace
Pakistan has shifted from banning cryptocurrency in 2018 to embracing digital assets in 2025, with new mining plans, regulatory bodies, and frameworks shaping its role in the global financial system.
Telemart and JingleCred Partner to Launch Smartphone Financing for Masses in Pakistan
Telemart partners with JingleCred to offer smartphone financing in Pakistan through CNIC-based installment plans, unlocking access to digital services and financial inclusion for millions.
FBR Introduces Stricter Oversight Measures for Pakistan’s E-Commerce Sector
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) has moved to tighten compliance in Pakistan’s e-commerce ecosystem by introducing mandatory quarterly and monthly tax reporting for couriers, payment intermediaries, and online marketplaces.
State Bank of Pakistan Invites Fintechs to Apply for Regulatory Sandbox Under Vision 2028
The State Bank of Pakistan has launched its first Regulatory Sandbox under Vision 2028, inviting fintechs to test solutions for remittances, open banking, and merchant onboarding. Applications are open from August 25 to October 5, 2025.
SECP Expands Digital Data-Sharing Network to Boost Regulatory Efficiency under PRMI
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has expanded its digital data-sharing network under the Pakistan Regulatory Modernization Initiative (PRMI), integrating NEPRA, PRA, DRAP, SNGPL, PEMRA, and IESCO into its eZfile portal. The initiative streamlines compliance, reduces paperwork, and accelerates regulatory services while supporting Pakistan’s vision for a fully digital economy.
Bank Alfalah and IBA-CEJ Launch Training to Empower Content Creators in Digital and Financial Literacy
Bank Alfalah and IBA’s Center for Excellence in Journalism have joined hands to launch EmpowerED, a five-day training program designed to build digital and financial literacy among Pakistan’s content creators, promoting safer and smarter online engagement.
Jazz and Engro Seal Strategic Tower Infrastructure Deal to Accelerate Pakistan’s Digital Transformation
Jazz and Engro Corporation finalize one of Pakistan’s largest digital infrastructure deals, with Jazz transferring Deodar’s telecom tower assets to Engro Connect. This strategic partnership is set to power the country’s digital future with enhanced infrastructure, enabling Jazz to focus on service innovation.