The federal government has revised the profit rates on National Savings Schemes (NSS), with significant cuts of up to 250 basis points, effective December 10, 2024. According to data released by Arif Habib Limited (AHL), the profit rate for the Regular Income Certificate (RIC) has been reduced by 10 basis points, bringing it to 12.00%. […]
Karachi: The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has officially revoked the license of Al-Hameed International Money Exchange (Private) Limited under the provisions of the Foreign Exchange Regulations Act, 1947. In a statement issued on [insert date], the central bank cited multiple contraventions of applicable laws and SBP regulations as the basis for this decisive action. […]
The Saudi Central Bank (SAMA) announced the launch of ‘Samsung Pay’ through the national payment system ‘mada’ in Saudi Arabia as part of its ongoing efforts to enhance the digital payments ecosystem in the Kingdom, aligning with the Saudi Vision 2030. This initiative aims to promote financial inclusion and expand the use of fintech solutions […]
Pakistan Mercantile Exchange Limited (PMEX) has appointed Mr. Khurram Zafar as the Chief Executive Officer, who has already taken charge. Mr. Khurram Zafar joins PMEX with a robust background in business, technology, and capital market leadership in Pakistan, Europe, and the United States. Prior to his appointment at PMEX, Khurram led a Pakistan focused venture […]
Lahore, December 7, 2024 – The Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority (SMEDA) and Pakistan Banks’ Association (PBA) have signed a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at enhancing access to finance for small and medium enterprises (SMEs). The signing ceremony, held at SMEDA’s Head Office, was graced by Federal Minister for Industries and Production, […]
Paysys Labs, a trailblazer in payment technology, has announced a strategic partnership with NymCard, a leading card payment solutions provider. This collaboration is set to drive the growth of credit card services and simplify payment processes for fintechs and financial institutions. Through this partnership, Paysys Labs and NymCard aim to leverage their combined expertise in […]
In a significant move to enhance Pakistan’s digital payments landscape, OPay Pakistan (OPaisa) has entered a multi-million-dollar strategic partnership with Faysal Bank Limited, a leading Islamic Bank in the country. This collaboration aims to empower businesses of all sizes—small, medium, and large—to seamlessly adopt digital payment solutions, advancing the nation’s journey towards a cashless economy. […]
In a significant move to enhance digital payment solutions, JS Bank, Kuickpay, and 1LINK have joined forces to facilitate the bulk onboarding of billers onto the 1BILL platform. A formal signing ceremony was held at the 1LINK 1HQ, attended by senior representatives from all three organizations. The event marked the presence of Mr. Syed Jafar […]
Bitcoin crossed the $100,000 threshold for the first time on Thursday, marking a significant milestone in its journey from a niche libertarian experiment to a mainstream financial asset. The historic rally reflects growing investor confidence in cryptocurrencies amid expectations of a crypto-friendly U.S. administration. The total market value of cryptocurrencies has nearly doubled in 2024, […]
Leading banks in Pakistan are rapidly adopting CADEPO, an advanced Cash and Cheque Deposit Solution by TouchPoint, to optimize branch operations and enhance customer satisfaction. Powered by QMatch Solutions, it is transforming traditional banking by enabling seamless, 24/7 self-service cash and cheque deposit capabilities. 1 billion PKR Deposit Milestone Achievement In a remarkable achievement, CADEPO […]