SECP Approves Shariah-Compliant Digital Financing of Up to Rs3 Million for Small Businesses
SECP has approved a Shariah-compliant digital financing facility allowing small businesses to access up to Rs3 million through the Shamil Kar Tajir app.
SECP and NCCPL Conduct Industry Training on IBAN Authentication Through Raast
SECP and NCCPL conducted a three-day industry training on IBAN authentication through Raast to support faster and more seamless customer onboarding.
Mahaana Gold Launches Digital Investment Route To Physical Gold In Pakistan
Mahaana has launched Mahaana Gold, offering investors digital access to physical gold through the Mahaana Islamic Gold Fund, with investments starting from Rs. 10,000.
Pakistan Opens Virtual Asset Licensing Portal for VASPs With September 5 Deadline
PVARA opens Pakistan’s virtual asset licensing portal with 10 licence categories and sets September 5, 2026 as the deadline for existing VASPs to apply.
Nexus Fintech Forum Launches In Pakistan To Connect Fintechs, Banks And Investors
Nexus Fintech Forum launches in Pakistan as a global fintech platform connecting fintechs, banks, regulators, investors and academia through events, research and partnerships.
NayaPay Named Fintech Startup Pakistan at Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2026
NayaPay has been recognised as Fintech Startup Pakistan at the Asian Banking and Finance Awards 2026 for its product innovation and contribution to expanding Pakistan’s digital payments infrastructure and access to financial services.
SECP Approves Rs1.5 Billion Capital Injection for HugoBank as Digital Banking Launch Moves Forward
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has approved a Rs1.5 billion equity injection for HugoBank, supporting its regulatory capital requirements as the digital retail bank advances toward pilot operations in Pakistan.
ABHI Bank Plans IPO To Accelerate Digital Banking Growth And Strengthen Capital Base
ABHI Bank plans to launch an IPO to raise approximately Rs2–3 billion, supporting digital banking expansion, technology investment and financial inclusion across Pakistan.
Fintech News Media Partners With KOT Enterprises and People First
Fintech News Media, KOT Enterprises, and People First sign a strategic joint venture agreement to drive digital transformation and fintech innovation.
SECP Relaxes Rules for Non Bank Lenders to Expand Affordable Housing Finance
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan eases regulatory requirements for NBMFCs and HFCs to boost lending under the Apna Ghar Programme.