Pakistan's Crypto and AI Strategy Takes LEAP Forward with New Tech

A defining trend in Pakistan is its strategic pivot towards leveraging surplus energy for digital innovation, specifically through Bitcoin mining and the development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) data centers. In late May 2025, the government formally allocated 2,000 megawatts of electricity to this initiative, signaling a concerted effort to transform what was an economic liability—underutilized power generation capacity—into a high-value digital asset. This "energy-to-cryptocurrency arbitrage strategy" is spearheaded by the newly established Pakistan Cryptocurrency Council (PCC), operating under the Ministry of Finance. The stated goals are multi-faceted: to generate international revenue, attract foreign direct investment, create high-tech jobs, and potentially accumulate Bitcoin directly into a national wallet, thereby enhancing economic stability.

Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb described this as a "pivotal moment in Pakistan's digital transformation journey". The strategy recognizes the consistent and heavy energy demands of Bitcoin mining and AI data centers as an ideal use case for surplus power, particularly from plants operating below capacity. Officials note an "unprecedented opportunity" given that global AI data center demand (over 100 gigawatts) far outstrips current supply (approximately 15 gigawatts).

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