Tag: regulatory

Japan Classifies Crypto Assets as Financial Tools Under Amended Exchange Act

Japan amends the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act to regulate crypto assets, introducing strict insider trading bans and 10 year prison sentences.

SECP and Punjab Government Launch Digital Integration for Motor Third Party Insurance

The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan and Punjab Government digitize motor insurance by linking the CDC Repository with the Route Permit System.

FBR Confirms Implementation of 25% Tax Reduction for Women-Owned Startups in Pakistan

Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) officially confirms deployment of 25% tax reduction for startups wholly owned by women entrepreneurs, reinforcing support for female-led businesses in Pakistan’s tax system.

QSPL Partners with Unikrew Solutions to Expand Digital Payments and Strengthen Compliance in Pakistan

QSPL collaborates with Unikrew Solutions to enhance digital payments, leveraging AI-based eKYC and 1BILL platform integration to boost secure transactions, AML/CFT compliance, and fintech growth across Pakistan.

Pakistan Fintech Network Hosts EMI Forum to Address Regulatory and Operational Challenges for E-Money Institutions

Pakistan Fintech Network organizes the EMI Forum to discuss regulatory frameworks, stablecoin issuance, onboarding guidelines, and operational challenges facing non-bank e-money institutions, fostering collaboration in the digital financial ecosystem.

Pakistan Senate Clears Virtual Assets Bill 2025 to Formalize Crypto Regulation in the Country

Pakistan’s Senate approves the Virtual Assets Bill 2025 to establish a permanent legal framework for cryptocurrencies and digital assets, strengthening regulation, licensing, and compliance with global standards.