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We interview Murtaza Ali, President of JazzCash, at Money20/20 Asia. Tune in to hear about the transformative journey of JazzCash, a leading fintech in Pakistan, and its pivotal role in reshaping the financial landscape of the country. With a population of 240 million, Pakistan has long been a cash-based society, but JazzCash is driving a digital revolution, empowering millions of unbanked and underserved individuals.

Murtaza shares insights into the challenges of financial inclusion, the innovative solutions JazzCash has implemented, and the strategic partnerships that have enabled their success. From biometric verification for government disbursements to the adoption of RAST (Pakistan’s instant payment platform), this episode highlights how JazzCash is fostering transparency, enabling micro-entrepreneurs, and paving the way for a cashless economy.

Key Takeaways

• Pakistan’s cash-based society is transitioning to digital financial solutions through JazzCash.
• JazzCash serves 48 million customers and 350,000 merchants with digital wallets, QR payments, and microloans.
• Biometric verification ensures transparent distribution of government welfare funds.
• RAST, Pakistan’s instant payment platform, is driving digital adoption, with JazzCash leading the way.
• Microloans empower 4 million entrepreneurs monthly, building credit histories and financial access.
• Digital wallet initiatives show a major shift in consumer behavior, with most funds used digitally.
• Hyper-personalization is key to JazzCash’s vision for tailored fintech solutions.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the intersection of fintech, financial inclusion, and digital transformation in emerging markets.

Tune in to discover how JazzCash is setting a benchmark for innovation and impact in Pakistan’s financial ecosystem.