Karachi, Pakistan – Halan Microfinance Bank has secured a capital injection of Rs. 1.425 billion (approximately USD 5 million) following its acquisition by MNT Halan Pak B.V., a Netherlands-based company. The bank, formerly known as Advans Pakistan Microfinance Bank Limited, was officially rebranded to “Halan Microfinance Bank Limited” on September 16, 2024, after the acquisition […]
PM Appoints Bilal Bin Saqib as Special Assistant on Blockchain and Crypto
Islamabad – September 2025: In a landmark decision reflecting Pakistan’s growing commitment to emerging technologies, Prime Minister has appointed Bilal Bin Saqib as the Special Assistant to the Prime Minister (SAPM) on Blockchain and Crypto, granting him the status of Minister of State. With this strategic appointment, Pakistan joins an exclusive group of nations—including the […]
Pakistan Unveils Surplus Power Package for Crypto Miners, Data Centers, Farmers
Islamabad, May 23, 2025 — The Power Division is in the process of finalizing a comprehensive “Surplus Power Package” aimed at promoting the consumption of excess electricity by industrial and agricultural sectors, as well as emerging greenfield industries such as cryptocurrency mining operations and artificial intelligence (AI) data centers. The initiative was formally shared in […]
Pakistan Allocates 2,000 MW Electricity for Bitcoin Mining and AI Data Centers
ISLAMABAD, May 26, 2025 — In a bold initiative aimed at transforming Pakistan into a global leader in digital innovation, the Government of Pakistan has announced the allocation of 2,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity in the first phase of a national strategy to power Bitcoin mining and Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centers. The initiative, spearheaded […]
Jazz Business and Logon Partner to Launch BRAS as a Service, Empowering ISPs Across Pakistan
Islamabad, Pakistan — Jazz Business, a leading provider of enterprise ICT solutions in Pakistan, has announced a strategic partnership with Logon to introduce BRAS as a Service (BRASaaS)—a groundbreaking, edge-based broadband management solution aimed at transforming the capabilities of Tier 2 and Tier 3 Internet Service Providers (ISPs) across the country. This collaboration marks a […]
Engro Corporation and Jazz Finalize Strategic Tower Infrastructure Deal to Power Pakistan’s Digital Future
Karachi, 23 May 2025: Engro Holdings Limited is delighted to announce that Engro Corporation Limited has secured all approvals for its strategic partnership with Pakistan Mobile Communications Limited (“Jazz“) and its parent company, VEON Group. Through a Scheme of Arrangement, Jazz’s shareholding in Deodar (Private) Limited – which houses its telecom infrastructure assets – will […]
Zong Launches Pakistan’s First Fully Business-Ready Native Cloud Platform – Z SAIS Cloud
Lahore, Pakistan – May 23, 2025 – Pakistan’s leading technology innovation company, officially launched its cloud services, Z SAIS Cloud, at an event held in Lahore. This launch reaffirmed Zong’s commitment towards its strategic vision of building a truly digital Pakistan. The event celebrated Zong’s fully business-ready, locally hosted cloud platform, featuring enterprise-grade performance and […]
SBP Approves UBL Share Split to Enhance Liquidity
Karachi, May 23, 2025 — The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has granted its no-objection to United Bank Limited (PSX: UBL) for the proposed subdivision of its shares, paving the way for the bank to proceed with its restructuring plan aimed at boosting share liquidity. According to a stock filing made by UBL on Friday, […]
SECP Warns Public Against Fraudulent Online Trading Platforms Offering Unrealistic Returns
Islamabad – September 2025: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has issued a stern warning to the general public against investing through unlicensed online trading platforms, websites, and mobile applications that promise unrealistically high returns in stock or financial product investments. The regulator has received numerous complaints from licensed securities brokers and individual […]
HBL Partners with Kashf Foundation to Launch Rs. 3.5 Billion Facility for Women Entrepreneurs
Lahore, Pakistan — Kashf Foundation is proud to announce a landmark partnership with Habib Bank Limited (HBL), which has extended a Rs. 3.5 billion credit facility to support the growth and sustainability of women-led enterprises across Pakistan. This strategic collaboration aims to provide affordable and accessible credit to thousands of women entrepreneurs, particularly in remote and […]
