Pakistan Faces ‘Middle East Premium’ as IMF Relief Meets SBP Monetary Tightening
Pakistan’s economy is navigating fresh external pressures as geopolitical instability in the Middle East raises import costs and fuels inflation risks. While IMF financial support offers temporary relief, the State Bank of Pakistan’s tighter monetary policy highlights the growing challenge of balancing economic recovery with price stability.
easypaisa Digital Bank Partners with Kistpay to Launch Women Focused Device Financing Initiative
easypaisa digital bank collaborates with Kistpay Private Limited to introduce a dedicated device financing program aimed at expanding women’s financial inclusion and digital access across Pakistan.
Pizza Hut and JazzCash Collaboration Introduces Seamless Digital Payments
Pizza Hut Pakistan joins hands with JazzCash to offer customers faster, safer, and more convenient digital payment options, coupled with exclusive discounts.
Global Tech Leaders of Zindigi Advisory Board Visit Pakistan to Boost Fintech Innovation and Strategic Collaborations
Zindigi by JS Bank hosted its Global Advisory Board in Pakistan, bringing international fintech leaders to engage with public and private stakeholders. The initiative aims to accelerate digital finance innovation, investment, and sustainable fintech development in Pakistan.
Visa and Euronet Partner to Enable Real-Time Clearing and Expand Digital Payments in Pakistan
Visa and Euronet Pakistan have partnered to launch Visa SMS, introducing real-time clearing and settlement for POS transactions. The initiative aims to enhance efficiency, accelerate merchant onboarding, and expand digital payment acceptance across Pakistan.
Trust Securities to Subdivide Shares and Launch Data Centre Subsidiary to Drive Digital Growth
Trust Securities & Brokerage Limited announces a 1:10 share subdivision and plans to establish a fully-owned data centre subsidiary, enhancing investor participation and expanding digital infrastructure capabilities for analytics and business intelligence.
Swich Partners with National Incubation Center Karachi to Empower Startups with Advanced Payment Solutions
Swich has partnered with the National Incubation Center Karachi to support startups in Pakistan by providing smarter, faster, and more reliable digital payment solutions, fostering innovation and growth in the fintech ecosystem.
Buraq Bank Pakistan Limited Inaugurates New Corporate Office, Paving the Way for Islamic Digital Banking
Buraq Bank Pakistan Limited marks a major milestone with the inauguration of its purpose-built corporate office, advancing its mission to become a leading Islamic digital bank in Pakistan under the regulation of the State Bank of Pakistan.
Pakistan Accelerates Towards a Cashless Future with Rapid Digital Payments Growth
Pakistan’s digital payments ecosystem recorded significant growth in FY 2024-25, with a 38% rise in transactions, widespread adoption of QR payments, and expanded branchless banking services, marking a major step towards a cashless and inclusive economy.
Karachi’s Historic Bohra Bazaar Goes Fully Cashless with QR-Based Digital Payments
Karachi’s historic Bohra Bazaar has transitioned to a fully cashless system through JazzCash’s QR-based payment solution, empowering merchants and customers with faster, safer, and more transparent digital transactions.