PVARA Chairman Highlights Pakistan’s Virtual Assets Framework at UN Forum
PVARA Chairman Bilal Bin Saqib highlighted Pakistan’s virtual assets regulatory framework at a UN forum, linking AI, tokenization and digital finance with financial inclusion across developing economies.
SBP Completes First Regulatory Sandbox Cohort After Testing Four Digital Finance Solutions
SBP has concluded its first Regulatory Sandbox cohort, with four participants successfully demonstrating solutions in remittances and open banking after testing from January to June 2026.
Bilal Bin Saqib Outlines Pakistan’s Vision for AI and Tokenization Regulation
PVARA Chairman Bilal Bin Saqib says Pakistan is developing an AI and tokenization-focused regulatory framework, including plans for digital assets and blockchain-based financial products.
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.
Governor SBP Highlights Collaboration and Innovation as Key to Pakistan’s Digital Finance Future
Governor State Bank of Pakistan, Jameel Ahmad, stresses collaboration among banks, fintechs, and regulators to accelerate digital financial services, enhance inclusion, and strengthen cybersecurity at the Future of Banking Summit 2025.