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InfraZamin Pakistan in collaboration with the Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan (SECP), British High Commission Islamabad, and the Private Infrastructure Development Group (PIDG) hosted a seminar titled “Green Financing via Debt Capital Markets” in Islamabad. The event brought together senior professionals and international experts from the regulatory, financial, and development sectors to discuss the pivotal role of credit enhancement in mobilizing debt capital markets for sustainable development in Pakistan. The seminar featured keynote addresses and panel discussions with speakers, including Akif Saeed, Chairman SECP, Jo Moir, Development Director, British High Commission Islamabad, Maheen Rahman, CEO InfraZamin Pakistan, Boo Hock…

Payoneer (Nasdaq: PAYO), the global financial technology company powering business growth across borders, is proudly celebrating two decades of innovation, entrepreneurship, and transformation. Today, Payoneer enables millions of businesses to thrive globally, delivering record-breaking volume and revenue in 2024 and driving future cross-border trade expansion. Founded in 2005, Payoneer has evolved from a mass payout platform into a full financial stack fueling commerce across industries, markets, and over 7,000 trade corridors. In 2024, it powered $80 billion in transactions and expanded its offering through the acquisition of Skuad, a global workforce and payroll management platform. Reinforcing its commitment to entrepreneurship,…

Meta is launching a new Meta AI app built with Llama 4, a first step toward building a more personal AI. People around the world use Meta AI daily across WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook and Messenger. And now, people can choose to experience Meta AI inside a standalone app. This release is the first version, and Meta is excited to get this in people’s hands and gather their feedback. Intelligence for You Meta AI uses Llama 4 to help you solve problems, navigate your daily questions, and better understand the world around you. With the ability to search across the web,…

The Best of Entrepreneurship Series in Asia (BOE Asia) is set to propel the entrepreneurial regional landscape once again with its much-anticipated 2nd edition, scheduled for May 10, 2025, at Lahore Expo Center, on the sidelines of the 26th ITCN Asia. Building on the success of the inaugural edition “Agri-tech: Feeding the Future”, which united a highly curated group of 350 participants from 14 countries and featured 20 influential speakers, the 2nd edition will focus on “Techpreneurship: Strategy, Innovation & Leadership”, aiming to explore how technology leaders are fueling economic growth from the OIC Asian member states. This event promises…

Pakistan’s leading digital microfinance bank, Mobilink Bank, has announced a strategic partnership with Daraz Pakistan, the country’s largest e-commerce platform, to accelerate financial inclusion, access to finance and digital enablement of micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across Pakistan. The collaboration advances the two institutions’ joint vision for economic growth at the grassroots level for long-term macroeconomic gains. President and CEO, Mobilink Bank, Haaris Mahmood Chaudhary, and Ehsan Saya, Managing Director, Daraz Pakistan & Sri Lanka, formalised the collaboration in Islamabad. Under the partnership, Mobilink Bank will provide tailored financing solutions (ranging from PKR 25,000 to 3 million) to Daraz-affiliated…

At the 32nd edition of Arabian Travel Market (ATM) in Dubai, the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism (DET) will showcase how building connections with the global travel trade community continues to result in impressive results across the city’s tourism and hospitality sectors. DET’s headline participation in the event, as Destination Partner, comes amid continued robust tourism growth for the city, guided by the city’s visionary leadership and contributing towards achieving the goals of the Dubai Economic Agenda, D33. Following back-to-back record-breaking years in 2023 and 2024, Dubai welcomed 5.31 million international visitors from January to March 2025, a 3% YoY…

Zong, Pakistan’s leading technology innovation company, celebrated Chinese Language Day by hosting an immersive event that highlighted the richness of Chinese culture and highlighted the company’s commitment to fostering cross-cultural understanding within its diverse workforce. The event brought together Pakistani and Chinese employees in an environment centered around language learning, cultural appreciation, and shared experiences. In a vibrant celebration of one of the world’s most spoken languages, participants explored the fundamentals of Chinese through interactive sessions. Attendees practiced writing traditional Chinese characters, engaged in conversational exercises using basic phrases, and gained insight into the deep historical roots and evolving global…

TCL, Pakistan’s No. 1 LED TV brand, hosted an exclusive high-profile launch at PC Bhurban, unveiling the Premium lineup of QD Mini LED TV’s comprising of TCL C7K and C6K and their latest lineup of Next-Gen Air Conditioners. TCL Vision 2025 combined cutting-edge technology with an immersive showcase set against the picturesque hills of Bhurban, reaffirming TCL’s leadership in next-gen home entertainment. The event brought together a distinguished ensemble of executives, industry experts, business partners, influencers, media representatives, and top celebrities for a unique opportunity to experience TCL’s newest innovations firsthand. Attendees were treated to exclusive demonstrations, engaging product sessions,…

Lucky Investments Limited (Lucky Investments) has been awarded an initial Asset Manager Rating of “AM2” with a Positive Outlook by The Pakistan Credit Rating Agency Limited (PACRA). This significant milestone marks a strong start for the newly established Islamic asset management company, which aims to become the preferred choice for Shariah-compliant investment solutions in Pakistan—driven by a vision of sustainable growth, integrity, and innovation. Commenting on this achievement, Mr. Mohammad Shoaib, CFA, CEO of Lucky Investments, stated, “We are grateful to Allah (SWT) for a rewarding start to our journey. This rating is a testament to our strong sponsor support,…

This year marks the sixthanniversary of the Lahore Digital Arts Festival (LDF), a groundbreaking platform that has redefined the role of digital creativity in Pakistan. Founded in 2019 by digital futurist Najam Ul Assar, LDF has become a beacon for artists working at the intersection of technology, culture, and social impact.Originally conceived after a collaboration with visual artist Omar Gilani on the project Pakistan+: A Journey Through the Future, Najam recognized a stark absence of digital arts infrastructure within Pakistan’s cultural industries. LDF was launched to fill that void — and it has since grown into a multi-format, international festival…