Bitcoin News
By Julie Binoche
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Pakistan has introduced a major initiative to channel its surplus electricity into Bitcoin mining and the development of artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure.
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Until recently, Pakistan maintained a skeptical stance on cryptocurrencies. In 2023, both the State Bank of Pakistan and the Ministry of IT and Telecom implemented a strict ban…
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The renewed interest in crypto is being spearheaded by the newly formed Pakistan Crypto Council, established in March 2025.
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Energy infrastructure is central to this vision. Pakistan has long grappled with inefficiencies in its power sector, including high tariffs and excess generation capacity.
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Recent statements from Bitcoin Pakistan, a pro-crypto organization, estimate that the government currently controls more than 10,000 megawatts of surplus electricity that could…
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The timing of this strategy coincides with renewed optimism in the global crypto space. As of mid-April 2025, the total cryptocurrency market capitalization surged past $2.
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By harnessing its surplus power and opening the door to regulated crypto activity, Pakistan is taking a calculated leap into the future—one that could reshape its economic…
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