HBL and foodpanda Explore Strategic Partnership to Accelerate Digital Payments in Pakistan
HBL and foodpanda Pakistan are exploring a strategic collaboration to boost financial inclusion and unlock new growth opportunities by converting cash-on-delivery transactions into seamless digital payments, driving Pakistan’s digital commerce forward.
Pakistan to Route All Government Payments via Raast by FY26 to Boost Digitalisation
The State Bank of Pakistan plans to route all government payments through Raast by FY26, backed by subsidies for merchants and initiatives to reduce cash reliance, boost financial inclusion, and formalize the economy.
SBP Deputy Governor Welcomes Mashreq Digital Bank’s Entry into Pakistan’s Market
SBP Deputy Governor Saleem Ullah congratulated Mashreq Digital Bank on entering Pakistan, highlighting its role in fostering competition, innovation, and a stronger digital ecosystem for the country’s financial sector.
Pakistan’s Youth Encouraged to Drive Growth of Digital Economy
Advisor to the Finance Minister Khurram Schehzad has urged Pakistan’s youth to take the lead in shaping the digital economy, highlighting their role in freelancing, entrepreneurship, and innovation at the Skill-Up Batch-II Graduation Ceremony at Iqra University.
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.