SMEDA will host Pakistan’s first SME Cluster Showcase Expo 2026 in Lahore from January 24 to 26, aiming to highlight SME excellence and connect businesses with investors and policymakers.
The SECP has announced the inaugural International Capital Market Conference & Expo (ICMC) 2025, set for November 11–12 in Karachi, in collaboration with PSX, NCCPL, CDC, and PMEX under the theme “Regional Integration and Innovation in Capital Markets.”
Discover how Pakistanis are turning to XM for online trading to earn in U.S. dollars amid economic uncertainty. This article explores XM’s tailored features for Pakistani users, from Islamic accounts to Urdu-language support, helping locals access global financial markets confidently.
South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb mistakenly distributed over $40 billion worth of bitcoin as promotional rewards, causing a sharp selloff and prompting regulators to review crypto exchange controls.
LUMS CEDAR, in collaboration with Binance Academy, invites participants to a seminar on cryptocurrency fundamentals, blockchain technology, and digital assets on 9th February 2026 at LUMS.
Mari Technologies and global digital asset exchange HTX have signed a Letter of Intent to explore collaboration in blockchain, cryptocurrency, payments, and Web3 technologies, supporting Pakistan’s digital economy and financial inclusion goals.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is at a critical early stage of shaping its digital asset ecosystem as talks with U.S.-based Icoin Technology focus on regulation, innovation, and financial inclusion.
Bitcoin surges to $96,000 and Ethereum holds above $3,300 as easing U.S. inflation and optimism over the CLARITY Act boost cryptocurrency markets, signaling improved investor sentiment.
The SECP has announced the inaugural International Capital Market Conference & Expo (ICMC) 2025, set for November 11–12 in Karachi, in collaboration with PSX, NCCPL, CDC, and PMEX under the theme “Regional Integration and Innovation in Capital Markets.”
Swich has entered into a strategic partnership with Pak-Qatar Group to enhance collaboration in digital innovation and financial technology, marking a new milestone in Pakistan’s fintech ecosystem.
Abbasi and Company Pvt. Ltd. has joined Bank AL Habib’s Digital Payment Initiative under the State Bank of Pakistan’s guidance, becoming one of the first PSX brokerage houses to adopt QR-based digital payments, advancing the country’s vision of a cashless and digital economy.
PaySa, Pakistan’s newest Electronic Money Institution, has partnered with Covalent to deploy its award-winning Taabiir platform, aiming to accelerate digital payments and enhance merchant services across the country.
Neem and Leopards Courier Services launch the Leopards Wallet for merchants across Pakistan, offering real-time settlements and seamless fund management through Neem’s digital payments infrastructure.
SMEDA will host Pakistan’s first SME Cluster Showcase Expo 2026 in Lahore from January 24 to 26, aiming to highlight SME excellence and connect businesses with investors and policymakers.
The SECP has announced the inaugural International Capital Market Conference & Expo (ICMC) 2025, set for November 11–12 in Karachi, in collaboration with PSX, NCCPL, CDC, and PMEX under the theme “Regional Integration and Innovation in Capital Markets.”
Discover how Pakistanis are turning to XM for online trading to earn in U.S. dollars amid economic uncertainty. This article explores XM’s tailored features for Pakistani users, from Islamic accounts to Urdu-language support, helping locals access global financial markets confidently.
South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb mistakenly distributed over $40 billion worth of bitcoin as promotional rewards, causing a sharp selloff and prompting regulators to review crypto exchange controls.
LUMS CEDAR, in collaboration with Binance Academy, invites participants to a seminar on cryptocurrency fundamentals, blockchain technology, and digital assets on 9th February 2026 at LUMS.
Mari Technologies and global digital asset exchange HTX have signed a Letter of Intent to explore collaboration in blockchain, cryptocurrency, payments, and Web3 technologies, supporting Pakistan’s digital economy and financial inclusion goals.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb says Pakistan is at a critical early stage of shaping its digital asset ecosystem as talks with U.S.-based Icoin Technology focus on regulation, innovation, and financial inclusion.
Bitcoin surges to $96,000 and Ethereum holds above $3,300 as easing U.S. inflation and optimism over the CLARITY Act boost cryptocurrency markets, signaling improved investor sentiment.
The SECP has announced the inaugural International Capital Market Conference & Expo (ICMC) 2025, set for November 11–12 in Karachi, in collaboration with PSX, NCCPL, CDC, and PMEX under the theme “Regional Integration and Innovation in Capital Markets.”
Swich has entered into a strategic partnership with Pak-Qatar Group to enhance collaboration in digital innovation and financial technology, marking a new milestone in Pakistan’s fintech ecosystem.
Abbasi and Company Pvt. Ltd. has joined Bank AL Habib’s Digital Payment Initiative under the State Bank of Pakistan’s guidance, becoming one of the first PSX brokerage houses to adopt QR-based digital payments, advancing the country’s vision of a cashless and digital economy.
PaySa, Pakistan’s newest Electronic Money Institution, has partnered with Covalent to deploy its award-winning Taabiir platform, aiming to accelerate digital payments and enhance merchant services across the country.
Neem and Leopards Courier Services launch the Leopards Wallet for merchants across Pakistan, offering real-time settlements and seamless fund management through Neem’s digital payments infrastructure.
ABHI Microfinance Bank, a Special Technology Zones Authority enterprise, is transforming Pakistan’s digital finance ecosystem with API-driven embedded finance and real-time payroll solutions.
The SECP has announced the inaugural International Capital Market Conference & Expo (ICMC) 2025, set for November 11–12 in Karachi, in collaboration with PSX, NCCPL, CDC, and PMEX under the theme “Regional Integration and Innovation in Capital Markets.”
Swich has entered into a strategic partnership with Pak-Qatar Group to enhance collaboration in digital innovation and financial technology, marking a new milestone in Pakistan’s fintech ecosystem.
Abbasi and Company Pvt. Ltd. has joined Bank AL Habib’s Digital Payment Initiative under the State Bank of Pakistan’s guidance, becoming one of the first PSX brokerage houses to adopt QR-based digital payments, advancing the country’s vision of a cashless and digital economy.
PaySa, Pakistan’s newest Electronic Money Institution, has partnered with Covalent to deploy its award-winning Taabiir platform, aiming to accelerate digital payments and enhance merchant services across the country.
Dr Kabir Ahmed Sidhu takes charge as SECP Chairman, pledging reforms in insurance, capital markets, non-banking finance, and digital transformation to enhance financial inclusion and economic growth.
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan has appointed Dr. Kabir Ahmed Sidhu as its new Chairman, bringing over two decades of experience in financial regulation, law and public policy.
Pakistan Single Window and Pakistan Customs have extended the post-payment regime to Sindh Infrastructure Development Cess within WeBOC, streamlining customs processes, reducing compliance costs, and strengthening digital trade facilitation in Pakistan.
Pakistan’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority has issued NOCs to Binance and HTX, allowing regulated engagement as part of a phased, AI-enabled framework to strengthen compliance, AML controls, and responsible crypto innovation.
Bitcoin surges to $96,000 and Ethereum holds above $3,300 as easing U.S. inflation and optimism over the CLARITY Act boost cryptocurrency markets, signaling improved investor sentiment.
Pakistan’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority and a UAE delegation held talks on real-world asset tokenisation, focusing on real estate, government assets and future debt instruments under a regulated framework.
Pakistan’s proactive crypto regulations, tokenization initiatives, and tech-savvy population position the country to become a global leader in digital assets by 2030, attracting international investment and innovation.
DarazMall, South Asia’s first virtual mall, introduces an Authenticity Guarantee and refreshed brand experience ahead of the 11.11 shopping festival, offering customers peace of mind, exclusive deals, and seamless access to over 1,500 verified brands.
Amazon has invited Mean3 to an exclusive strategy event at its New York HQ, recognizing the agency’s leadership in e-commerce innovation and AI-driven digital transformation, and formally naming Mean3 as an official Amazon Pay agency partner.
Pakistan Single Window and TDAP, in collaboration with FWCCI, held a capacity-building program in Faisalabad under the Khadijah Women Entrepreneurship initiative, training over 60 women entrepreneurs in digital trade, e-commerce, export processes, and sustainable business practices to boost women-led exports.
Pakistan’s insurance sector recorded strong growth in 2024 with life and non-life premiums rising, digital insurance nearly doubling, and millions of new policies issued across the country.
Jubilee General Insurance has partnered with Smartchoice, Pakistan’s leading digital insurance marketplace, to distribute its new Parents Care Plus health insurance product with built-in OPD coverage. The collaboration marks a milestone in digital insurance accessibility, expanding healthcare protection for families across Pakistan while setting new benchmarks in innovation and customer-centric insurance solutions.
JazzCash and EFU Life have launched Pakistan’s first fully digital insurance solution, offering instant policy purchase, real-time servicing, and rapid claims through multiple digital platforms. The initiative aims to boost financial inclusion and transform the insurance landscape in Pakistan.