Karachi, 3rd December 2024 — MCB Bank Limited (MCB), one of Pakistan’s leading banks, has selected BPC, a global leader in payment solutions, to strengthen the security of its digital channels by implementing the BPC SmartVista Fraud Risk Management Solution. The agreement was signed by Mr. Waqas Mahmood, Chief Compliance Officer MCB, and Mr. Furrukh […]
China has witnessed a transformative leap in payment systems with the launch of Weixin Palm Payment, a cutting-edge hand-scanning technology developed by Tencent. This innovative solution simplifies daily transactions, allowing commuters to access subways and employees to enter office buildings with a quick palm scan. Introduced in May 2023 and officially launched in September, the system […]
The Board of Directors of United Bank Limited (UBL) [PSX: UBL], in its 252nd meeting held on Monday, approved the amalgamation of Silkbank Limited (SBL) with and into UBL through a share swap arrangement. The merger, undertaken in accordance with Section 48 of the Banking Companies Ordinance, 1962, aims to streamline operations and enhance value […]
Karachi, November 29, 2024: The 9th Pakistan Banking Awards ceremony, held at a local hotel in Karachi, brought together senior executives and prominent figures from Pakistan’s banking and finance industry. The event was graced by the Governor of the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Jameel Ahmad, who served as the Chief Guest. In his address, […]
Islamabad – Zarai Taraqiati Bank Limited (ZTBL) has announced a strategic partnership with Wateen to establish a state-of-the-art Security Operations Centre (SOC). This initiative aims to safeguard ZTBL’s critical digital infrastructure and enhance the security of data belonging to over half a million customers. The agreement was signed on Friday by Tahir Yaqoob Bhatti, President […]
The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) has issued a directive requiring banks and financial institutions to integrate the RAAST payment system into e-commerce platforms and online shopping stores by March 31, 2025. The initiative aims to accelerate the digitization of merchant and business transactions across Pakistan. According to the SBP circular, banks must ensure that […]
Karachi: Bank Makramah Limited (BML) has taken a significant step toward fortifying its financial foundation with the Board of Directors approving a comprehensive restructuring scheme. The transformative initiative reflects the sponsors’ firm commitment to the Bank’s long-term growth and sustainability. A key element of the restructuring involves the amalgamation of Global Haly Development Limited (GHDL) […]
MCB Islamic Bank Ltd. has been honored with the prestigious title of “Best Emerging Islamic Retail Bank in Pakistan 2024” at the Islamic Retail Banking Awards (IRBA) held in Dubai, UAE. This esteemed recognition underscores the bank’s unwavering commitment to advancing Islamic banking principles and delivering exceptional, customer-centric services. As Pakistan’s only fully Islamic banking […]
United Bank Limited (PSX: UBL) has claimed the title of Pakistan’s most valuable bank, surpassing Meezan Bank Limited (PSX: MEBL) in market capitalization. Mohammed Sohail, CEO of Topline Securities, shared the milestone in a recent LinkedIn post, revealing that UBL’s market capitalization has surged to Rs. 426 billion ($1.5 billion). This achievement places UBL as […]
Islamabad: The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) has announced that individual investors can now directly participate in and invest in Government Debt Securities (GDS), including Sukuk. This significant development was conveyed to Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb during his visit to SECP Headquarters. Broadening Access to Government Securities SECP officials briefed the minister on […]