Pakistan
Pakistan, El Salvador Form Crypto-Focused Partnership
Pakistan, despite IMF oversight, is exploring crypto integration, including a BTC reserve and mining operations.
IMF Rejects Pakistan’s Proposal to Subsidize Power for Bitcoin Mining: Reports
Secretary of Power Dr. Fakhray Alam Irfan said that the IMF was concerned about market distortions
Pakistan Engages Michael Saylor in Bold Push Toward Bitcoin-Backed Economy
High-level talks highlight Pakistan’s ambitions to lead digital asset adoption in the Global South and position Bitcoin as a tool for economic resilience.
Pakistan Taps Surplus Power Capacity to Fuel Bitcoin Mining, AI Data Centers
The country plans on utilizing surplus energy from coal-fired power plants that are currently operating at 15% capacity to mine bitcoin.
Pakistan to Explore Blockchain for Multibillion Dollar Remittances From Abroad: Adviser
Blockchain technology could help improve the speed and lower the cost of cash transfers from migrant workers, Bilal bin Saqib said in an interview.
Pakistan to Set Up Council to Oversee Crypto Policy: Report
The crypto council would be a dedicated advisory body that consists of government representatives, regulatory authorities and industry experts.
FATF Did Not Require Pakistan to Ban Crypto to Stay Off Its 'Grey List'
Pakistan's Minister of State for Finance and Revenue has reportedly said crypto cannot be legalized in the nation due to conditions set by the global money laundering watchdog for staying off of its list of countries under increased monitoring.
Pakistan Announces Fresh Ban on Crypto, but Adoption as a Hedge Remains Popular
Cryptocurrencies will “never be legalized in Pakistan,” said Minister of State for Finance and Revenue Aisha Ghaus Pasha.
Pakistan Mulls Crypto Future; Bitcoin’s Fed Boost
Pakistan to take a fresh look at cryptocurrency. Kazakhstan orders bitcoin miners to file regular status reports. Biggest Fed hike in 22 years sees Bitcoin close to $40,000 mark. Those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
Pakistan’s Crypto Warning; Indian Banks’ Crypto Reluctance
Russia proposes crypto mining hotspots. State Bank of Pakistan’s governor warns crypto risks outweigh benefits. India’s central bank stranglehold leaves banks hesitant over crypto. We’ll have more on those stories and other news shaping the cryptocurrency and blockchain world in this episode of “The Daily Forkast.”
