BankIslami unveils ‘aik’: Pakistan’s 1st fully digital Islamic banking solution

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MG News | March 20, 2025 at 09:42 AM GMT+05:00

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March 20, 2025 (MLN): BankIslami Pakistan Limited (PSX: BIPL) has introduced ‘aik,’ Pakistan’s first fully digital Islamic banking solution, marking a significant milestone in the country’s financial sector.

Designed to provide seamless, Shariah-compliant financial services nationwide, ‘aik’ represents a major advancement in the digital evolution of ethical banking.

As one of Pakistan’s leading Islamic financial institutions, BankIslami currently operates over 540 branches and offers a comprehensive suite of Shariah-compliant products, according to the press release issued.

With the launch of aik, the bank is leading the way in the digital transformation of Islamic finance by establishing a dedicated, fully digital division offering Riba-free financial products for a modern, tech-savvy clientele.

“Aik translates to ‘one’—a symbol of simplicity, unity, and our shared vision for an ethical, Riba-free financial future,” said Ashfaque Ahmad, Chief Officer of aik.

“This platform fulfills a critical need in Pakistan’s banking landscape for a fully digital solution that aligns with Islamic principles without compromising convenience and accessibility”, he added.

The platform seamlessly integrates essential banking features, including digital account opening with biometric authentication, instant money transfers, secure bill payments, and mobile top-ups.

Additionally, ‘aik’ offers an internationally accessible debit card along with lifestyle-enhancing functionalities such as a Qibla direction tool.

Now available for download on Google Play and the Apple App Store, aik enables users to register using their CNIC and instantly access a secure, fully digital Islamic banking experience.

With aik, BankIslami is redefining Islamic banking in Pakistan by merging modern technology with time-honored ethical principles.

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