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Pakistan’s proposal for lower-cost electricity for Bitcoin mining awaits IMF approval

Pakistan’s Bitcoin Mining Electricity Plan Awaits IMF Approval

Pakistan’s plan to provide lower-cost electricity to Bitcoin mining operations remains unresolved, with the government yet to secure approval from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). According to Ministry of Energy…

Zara Fatima September 22, 2026

Bitcoin rises above $85,000 as cryptocurrency short positions are liquidated

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Bitcoin Surges Above $85,000 as $262 Million in Shorts Are Liquidated

Bitcoin surged above $85,000 on September 21, reaching its highest level in about eight months as a sharp market rally triggered a major wave of liquidations among traders betting on…

Zara Fatima September 22, 2026

Global cryptocurrency exchanges seek licences to operate in Pakistan

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Around 70 Global Crypto Exchanges Seek Licences in Pakistan

Pakistan has rapidly shifted its cryptocurrency policy from restrictions toward legalisation and formal regulation, with around 70 major global crypto exchanges reportedly seeking approval to operate in the country’s emerging…

Zara Fatima September 11, 2026

Mufti Taqi Usmani and PVARA discuss Shariah guidance for digital assets

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Mufti Taqi Usmani Supports Crypto Shariah Advisory Board in Pakistan

Renowned Islamic scholar Mufti Muhammad Taqi Usmani is helping efforts to establish a Shariah Advisory Board for cryptocurrencies and digital assets in Pakistan, as the country works on developing a…

Zara Fatima September 11, 2026

PVARA says around 40 million Pakistanis have cryptocurrency-linked accounts as the country moves toward virtual asset regulation.

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PVARA Says 40 Million Pakistanis Hold Crypto Accounts

Around 40 million Pakistanis have cryptocurrency-linked accounts, according to Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA) Chairman Bilal Bin Saqib. Saqib shared the figure while briefing a Senate committee, highlighting the…

Zara Fatima August 31, 2026