Pakistan’s Cellular Subscribers Soar to 197 Million in 2025
The number of cellular subscribers in Pakistan reached 197 million, with a mobile Tele-density of 79.38 percent, by the end of August 2025, according to data from the Pakistan Telecommunication Authority (PTA).
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SECP organizes roundtable discussions on future of Takaful in Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP) organized a roundtable discussion in Karachi titled “The Future of Takaful in Pakistan.” The event was part of the SECP’s ‘Insured Pakistan’ five-year strategic plan.
Mobilink Bank Wins ‘Best in Industry – Banking’ at Best Place to Work Pakistan Awards 2025
Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has been recognized as the ‘Best Place to Work’ in Pakistan’s banking industry at the Best Place to Work Pakistan Awards 2025, one of the most prestigious & celebrated awards in Pakistan’s HR fraternity. The awards are an initiative of the Pakistan Society of Human Resource Management (PSHRM), powered by Engage Consulting.
New Tax Deadline Announced: FBR Moves Date to Oct 31
The Federal Board of Revenue (FBR) extended the deadline for filing income tax returns for Tax Year 2025 till October 31, 2025.
Daira marks first anniversary with renewed commitment to financial inclusion in Pakistan
Mobile-first digital nano-lending platform, Daira, marked its first anniversary of operations in Pakistan with a renewed commitment to advancing financial inclusion and access to finance for the country’s unbanked and underbanked populations.
Electric Vehicle Sales Skyrocket to 2.1M Globally in September
Global sales of fully electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles surged by 26% in September compared to the same month last year, reaching a record-breaking 2.1 million units. According to market research firm Rho Motion.
Qantas Airlines Confirms Massive Data Breach Affecting Millions
Australian airline Qantas has confirmed that personal data belonging to 5.7 million customers was stolen in a major cyberattack earlier this year and has now been leaked online.
ConnectHear & Ufone 4G Launch World’s First AI-Based Early Warning System for the Deaf Community
ConnectHear, Pakistan’s leading social enterprise working for disability inclusion in the country using technology, in collaboration with Ufone 4G (part of the PTCL Group) today unveiled first of its kind AI-powered Early Warning System ‘SUNO’ designed to deliver life-saving alerts in sign language for the Deaf and hard-of-hearing community.
Macroeconomic Stability to Catalyze Inclusive Economic Growth: Governor SBP
The Governor State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), Mr. Jameel Ahmad has said that achieving inclusive economic growth requires durable macroeconomic stability that uplifts communities and secures prosperity for all. He was delivering a keynote address at the ninth Annual Microfinance Conference held in Karachi, today. Hosted by the Pakistan Microfinance Network, the conference focused on the theme “Renaissance of Microfinance,” underlining the renewed commitment to leveraging microfinance for inclusive economic development.
ABHI Selected for Mastercard’s Start Path Small Business Program
ABHI, a neobank of the future that is revolutionizing access to earned wages and SME financing in emerging markets, has been selected as one of the eight startups worldwide to join Mastercard Start Path’s Small Business program.