Pakistan Accelerates Crypto Hub Ambitions with Binance Partnership and Energy-Driven Mining Strategy
Pakistan is positioning itself as a dark horse in global crypto adoption, with former Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao noting the country's rapid regulatory progress and infrastructure development. Government plans to allocate 2,000MW of surplus electricity to Bitcoin mining operations signal a strategic pivot toward energy monetization through digital assets.
The establishment of the VIRTUAL Assets Regulatory Authority provides rare clarity in emerging markets, attracting operational approvals for major exchanges including Binance and HTX. Behind-the-scenes discussions suggest potential $2B investments may flow into Pakistani crypto infrastructure by 2030.
This energy-first approach mirrors El Salvador's bitcoin playbook but with industrial-scale execution. Mining operations are being rebranded as digital infrastructure projects, complete with tax incentives and legal frameworks designed for institutional participation.
