‘Fintech Innovation Hackathon’ launched to promote innovative thinking
Faysal Bank Limited (FBL), a leading
Islamic bank in Pakistan, has partnered with Habib University to host an
innovative ‘Fintech Innovation Hackathon.’ This initiative aims to tackle the
evolving challenges in the digital payments sector and encourages the Gen-Z
audience to leverage their creativity and critical thinking to develop
practical solutions.
The collaboration with Habib
University, Pakistan’s premier liberal arts and sciences institution, offers a
platform for emerging thinkers to experiment with their ideas in a hands-on
environment, shaping the future of digital payments in Pakistan. This
initiative aligns with Faysal Bank’s commitment to nurturing talent and driving
transformative initiatives that create meaningful impact for both customers and
society at large.
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During the Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) signing ceremony, Amin Ur Rahman, Chief Digital Officer at
Faysal Bank, emphasized the bank’s dedication to innovative thinking. “At
Faysal Bank, we strive to cultivate creativity and develop solutions that
enhance user experiences. A hackathon is the perfect venue for tomorrow’s
financial customers to create solutions for the challenges they face as
end-users,” Rahman stated.
Dr. Aamir Hassan, Vice President of
Academic Affairs at Habib University, expressed enthusiasm about the
partnership. “At Habib University, student success is central to our mission.
Collaborating with Faysal Bank, a leader in the banking sector, gives our
students a unique chance to address real-world challenges and demonstrate their
potential as future innovators and problem solvers. This collaboration is not
only beneficial for tackling industry issues but also marks a significant step
toward fostering long-term partnerships between academia and industry, which is
vital in today’s rapidly changing landscape.”
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This partnership reflects Habib
University’s mission to nurture thoughtful and engaged students while
reinforcing Faysal Bank’s commitment to promoting a culture of innovation and
developing sustainable Shariah-compliant solutions for the digital economy.
Source: Pro Pakistani