Aamir Ibrahim Appointed to VEON Group Executive Committee

Aamir Ibrahim Appointed to VEON Group Executive Committee

Dubai, UAE: Aamir Ibrahim, CEO of Jazz and Chairman of Mobilink Microfinance Bank, has been appointed to the Group Executive Committee (GEC) of VEON, in addition to his current responsibilities of leading VEON’s businesses in Pakistan. This strategic move aims to strengthen VEON’s alignment with its markets and bolster its ambitious digital services-driven growth plans. […]

Unlocking Growth Potential: Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan & PSO Join Hands

Unlocking Growth Potential: Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan & PSO Join Hands

KARACHI, PAKISTAN Dun & Bradstreet Pakistan (D&B) has partnered with Pakistan State Oil Company Limited (PSO), the country’s leading energy company, to enhance its supplier risk management capabilities. Through this collaboration, PSO will leverage D&B’s expertise to make informed, data-driven decisions on its suppliers. The D&B Risk Analytics will empower PSO to gain unparalleled visibility […]

JazzCash outlines three-year plan to expedite Pakistan’s Cashless Transition

JazzCash outlines three year plan to expedite Pakistan’s Cashless Transition

KARACHI: JazzCash, Pakistan’s leading fintech platform, has unveiled its three-year roadmap to accelerate the country’s journey towards a cashless society, a statement said on Wednesday. The roadmap was presented by President of JazzCash Murtaza Ali and his team to, Group CEO of VEON and Chairman of Jazz Board Kaan Terzioglu and CEO of Jazz and […]

Muhammad Hamayun Sajjad joins 1LINK board as Independent Director

Muhammad Hamayun Sajjad joins 1LINK board as Independent Director

Karachi – Muhammad Hamayun Sajjad has been appointed as an Independent Director on the Board of 1LINK (Pvt) Ltd, marking a significant addition to the company’s leadership. Sajjad, who is currently the Chief Executive Officer at Mashreq Pakistan, part of the renowned Mashreq group operating in the MENA region, brings extensive expertise to the role. […]

Climate Finance Pakistan Partners with Crowe to Launch Carbon Track, a Revolutionary ESG Platform

Climate Finance Pakistan Partners with Crowe to Launch Carbon Track, a Revolutionary ESG Platform

In a significant move toward advancing sustainability in Pakistan, Climate Finance Pakistan has announced a strategic partnership with Crowe Hussain Chaudhury & Co. to launch Carbon Track, an innovative AI-powered Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) platform. This state-of-the-art solution is designed to help industries across Pakistan reduce their carbon footprints and align with global sustainability […]

Bank Alfalah Acquires Stake in UAE-based fintech company Jingle Pay

Bank Alfalah Acquires Stake in UAE-based fintech company Jingle Pay

DUBAI, UAE, Jan. 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bank Alfalah, a leading commercial bank in Pakistan with a network of over 1,000 branches, has announced its acquisition of a 9.9% equity stake in Jingle Pay, one of the fastest growing fintechs in the MENAP region. The Bank’s fintech investment underscores its commitment to driving digital transformation and fostering financial inclusion across […]

Pakistan’s Symmetry Group partners with Dubai-based Aleph Holdings - eyes $5mn Revenue

Pakistan’s Symmetry Group partners with Dubai-based Aleph Holdings – eyes $5mn Revenue

Karachi – Symmetry Group Limited (SYM), a leading digital technology company based in Pakistan, has announced a strategic partnership with Aleph Holdings, a prominent Dubai-based technology firm. The development was disclosed in a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday, with Symmetry expressing optimism about generating approximately $5 million in additional business during […]

Abdul Samad Dawood Appointed CEO of Engro Holdings Limited

Abdul Samad Dawood Appointed CEO of Engro Holdings Limited

Karachi: The Board of Directors (BoD) of Engro Holdings Limited, one of Pakistan’s largest conglomerates, has appointed Abdul Samad Dawood as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company. The announcement was made via a notice to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) on Monday. The BoD approved the appointment during its meeting on January 3, […]

ZTBL and Bookme.pk Forge Strategic Partnership to Drive Digital Innovation

ZTBL and Bookme.pk Forge Strategic Partnership to Drive Digital Innovation

Lahore, Pakistan – January 1, 2025 – In a major step toward enhancing customer convenience and driving digital transformation, Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) and Bookme.pk have signed a landmark agreement. The signing ceremony took place at Bookme.pk’s headquarters, located at the National Science & Technology Park (NASTP) on Abid Majeed Road, Lahore. The event […]

Bitcoin Surges Past $100,000 Cementing Role in Financial Mainstream

Bitcoin more than doubles in 2024 on spot ETF approval, Trump euphoria

Bitcoin surges over 120% and hits $100,000 milestone in 2024. Date: January 1, 2025 Bitcoin more than doubled in 2024 driven by the U.S. markets regulator’s approval for exchange-traded funds tied to its spot price, and optimism over easing regulatory hurdles with Donald Trump set to return to the White House. The world’s largest and […]