Pakistan explores tokenisation of existing Eurobond debt, says Aurangzeb Updated 02 Nov, 2026 11:58pm The government is holding discussions on the proposed initiative and is seeking Cabinet approval
Pakistan decides to tighten its AML-CFT regimes Published 28 Oct, 2026 04:46am ISLAMABAD: Pakistan has decided to tighten its anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism...
Pakistan reviews AML-CFT framework, approves key regulatory changes Published 27 Oct, 2026 07:41pm Committee also approves proposed revisions to thresholds for Currency Transaction Reports
Freelancers earn record USD197m in September Published 27 Oct, 2026 04:30am KARACHI: Pakistan’s freelancers earned a record USD197 million in September 2026, taking first-quarter earnings to...
Bilal addresses Harvard Islamic Finance Conference Published 30 Sep, 2026 05:49am ISLAMABAD: Bilal Bin Saqib, MBE, Minister of State and Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority...
PSX-listed Trust Securities plans to enter crypto business, seeks PVARA licences Published 25 Sep, 2026 04:32pm PVARA is the regulatory authority responsible for licensing and supervising VASPs
Digital assets: Bilal, Baker discuss evolving regulatory framework Published 21 Sep, 2026 06:42am ISLAMABAD: Minister of State and Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA), Bilal bin...
Pakistan, Kyrgyzstan agree to boost bilateral trade to $200mn in two years Updated 02 Sep, 2026 07:14pm Both countries finalised agreements on transit trade
PVARA chief briefs Aurangzeb about engagements in HK Published 02 Sep, 2026 05:09am ISLAMABAD: Chairman, Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA), Bilal Bin Saqib, called on Federal...
Pakistan, Hong Kong explore cooperation on digital bonds, tokenised capital Published 28 Aug, 2026 11:27am Tokenisation's role in attracting global capital for Pakistan
Pakistan eyes $400mn remittance savings through stablecoins, says Bilal bin Saqib Updated 22 Aug, 2026 07:22pm Pakistan seeks to move virtual assets from an informal market into a regulated financial ecosystem
VASPs licence process kicks off Updated 22 Aug, 2026 10:16am Existing virtual asset service providers are required to submit applications for a NOC by September 5, 2026
Shariah-compliant banking framework: Speakers call for timely implementation Published 06 Aug, 2026 04:55am KARACHI: Speakers at the 4th National Islamic Economic Forum Conference 2026 on Wednesday emphasised the need for...
Saylani’s National Islamic Economic Forum Conference on 5th Published 04 Aug, 2026 03:37am KARACHI: The fourth annual National Islamic Economic Forum (NIEF) Conference 2026, organised by the Saylani Welfare...
PVARA provides modern regulations for digital assets: Aurangzeb Updated 28 Jul, 2026 09:11am ISLAMABAD: Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb on Monday said the establishment of the Pakistan Virtual Assets...
Pakistan, China reaffirm strategic partnership with focus on AI, CPEC 2.0 Published 16 Jul, 2026 11:19pm Both sides stressed importance of advancing high-quality development under CPEC
Govt seeks seminary guidance on crypto asset categories Published 16 Jul, 2026 05:00am KARACHI: Pakistan’s virtual assets regulator has asked the country’s top Islamic seminary to draw a distinction...
Digital assets should not be viewed through a single lens: Bilal bin Saqib Published 11 Jul, 2026 06:45pm Saqib meets Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani
easypaisa, Binance to develop emerging financial technology in Pakistan Published 18 Jun, 2026 10:37am Binance has also obtained AML registration under the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA)
Sovereign debt tokenisation, blockchain-based bonds, NPCs: Govt initiates high-level discussions Published 19 May, 2026 06:02am ISLAMABAD: The government on Monday initiated high-level discussions on sovereign debt tokenisation, exploring...
Govt explores tokenisation of sovereign bonds, NPCs Published 18 May, 2026 07:42pm Pakistan initiates high-level talks on tokenizing sovereign debt and Naya Pakistan Certificates using blockchain to modernize finance and boost global investor access.
‘Steps afoot for establishing regulatory framework for digital assets’ Published 03 May, 2026 02:25am LAHORE: Pakistan is taking significant steps toward establishing a formal regulatory framework for digital assets,...
Virtual assets sector: PM for proper regulatory system Updated 02 May, 2026 09:20am LAHORE: The Minister of State and Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) Bilal bin...
Investment sought in AI, robotics & blockchain Published 01 May, 2026 06:47am ISLAMABAD: Chairman of the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) and Minister of State, Bilal Bin...
Currency dealers meet Pakistan’s crypto chief Published 28 Apr, 2026 01:55pm The Exchange Companies Association of Pakistan (ECAP) leadership held a meeting with Chairman Pakistan Virtual...
Virtual assets pact or pilot project: Prior authorization is a must: PVARA Published 28 Apr, 2026 08:13am ISLAMABAD: The Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) said on Monday that any agreement or pilot...
SBP opens formal banking to licensed virtual asset service providers Updated 15 Apr, 2026 09:28pm The move follows the enactment of the Virtual Assets Act, 2026
Askari Bank, PVARA explore collaboration on virtual assets ecosystem Published 05 Apr, 2026 02:32am ISLAMABAD: Askari Bank hosted Chairman Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) and Minister of State...
Dar holds meeting with top US diplomat ahead of PM’s Washington visit Updated 14 Feb, 2026 02:43pm ISLAMABAD: Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Senator Mohammad Ishaq Dar held crucial talks with top US...
Pakistan, World Liberty Financial affiliate ink MoU to boost digital payments Updated 14 Jan, 2026 03:40pm WLF is the main crypto business of the family of US President Donald Trump Sources say WLF will work with Pakistan’s central bank to integrate its USD1 stablecoin into a regulated digital payments structure