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The head of Pakistan's Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority told a UN briefing that states should build a coordinated framework for digital assets, arguing regulation should be market-building rather than market-blocking.
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Pakistan's successful mediation between Washington and Tehran has unlocked a cascade of benefits with the Trump administration: a bilateral oil development agreement, a partnership with a Trump-family cryptocurrency platform, and a seat on Trump's Board of Peace — marking the most substantive shift in US-Pakistan relations in over a decade.
The finance minister says digital innovation will be pursued in line with regulations and the national interest Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb signs MoU with SC Financial Technologies on 14 January. — Photo via X/@PakistanVARA Pakistan has signed an agreement with a company linked to World Liberty Financial, the main cryptocurrency business linked to US President Donald Trump’s family, to explore the use of a dollar-pegged stablecoin for cross-border payments, the government said on Wednesday. The Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority of Pakistan said it had signed a memorandum of understanding with SC Financial Technologies, which it described as an affiliate of
State-owned companies chase lesser-known currencies for returns, prompting warnings of volatility As companies focused on accumulating stocks of bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies come under pressure amid market saturation and deteriorating sentiment, new entrants are pushing into less popular brands, fueling concerns of increased volatility. Bolstered by US President Donald Trump’s crypto-friendly stance and inspired by the meteoric success of Michael Saylor’s Strategy, the number of listed companies investing in cryptocurrencies in the hope that they will appreciate has increased. As of September, there were at least 200 digital asset companies, or DATs — mostly focused on bitcoin — with
Pakistan officially began the licensing process for encryption exchanges, signaling a key milestone for the country’s digital finances. The Pakistan Pakistan Authority has called on world encryption providers to apply for license to the country. Experts estimate that the Pakistani encryption market currently serves about 40 million users, with an annual volume of transactions approaching $ 300 billion, making it one of the largest unjust markets in the world. The creation of the Authority aims to bring these activities in accordance with international regulatory standards, while at the same time facing the financial risks. In the context of the new
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Dogecoin, Ripple, Litecoin dealerships are placed on the PC board in this image. – Reuters Bill proposes an independent council with members of experts. Mandviwalla asks Crypto’s legitimacy through Hawala. Dilawar Khan urges the 5%single tax. Islamabad: A Senate Committee said on Wednesday that encryption is increasingly used for ransom payments in Pakistan, with the kidnappers no longer demanding cash. Senator Mohsin Aziz revealed this during a meeting of the Senate Finance Committee, chaired by Salem Mandviwalla, who examined the “virtual bill of assets 2025.” The Deputy Governor of the State Bank informed the group that the encryption
Crypticity representations are observed in this picture, August 10th 2022. – Reuters Just two years after the statement that the cryptocurrencies will “never be legalized”, Pakistan took a dramatic policy shift. In May 2025, the country began the Pakistan Pakistan Pakistan Assets (PVARA), signaling a sharp displacement from the prohibition on structured regulation in digital assets, Cryptopolite reported. The recently formed body has been tasked with supervising encryption exchanges, establishing standards for the abolition and extraction and ensuring alignment with international practices. The global response to Pakistan’s move was fast. Within 24 hours, Israel’s Knesset began its first informal debate
July 14, 2025
Bitcoin crossed the level of $ 120,000 for the first time on Monday, marking a milestone for the world’s largest encryption, as investors bet on the long -standing policy that is gaining the industry this week. Bitcoin escalated a record of $ 122,571.19, before slightly pulling the last trade of 2.4% higher at $ 121.952.61. Later on the day, the US House of Representatives will discuss a series of accounts to provide the digital assets industry with the regulatory framework of the nation it has long requested. These demands have resonated with US President Donald Trump, who has called himself
Listen to the article Foreign Minister for CRYPTO, Blockchain and Pakistan Council Managing Director Bilal bin Saqib met with Council Executive Director Trump for digital assets, Robert Bo ‘Hines at the White House and discussed the strategic alignment of digital assets, Bitcoin and the future of decentralized infrastructure. During the meeting, both sides expressed a common interest in promoting co -operation between the US and Pakistan in the digital innovation of assets, regulatory cohesion and emerging economic technologies, a press release issued by the Treasury here on Wednesday. They also discussed ways to support the innovation ecosystems that strengthen youth
Listen to the article The United Arab Emirates is ready to transform its financial landscape with the expected launch of AE Coin, the first National Stablecoin, following regulatory approval dating back to December 2024. The move is part of a broader digital currency strategy aimed at enhancing retail payments and boosting the country’s position as a global economic hub. The Central Bank of the UAE launched the digital currency strategy, “Digital Dirham”, in March 2023, introducing regulatory frameworks for Stablecoins. In an effort to strengthen this strategy, the Central Bank presented a new Dirham digital symbol and a clear operational
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