TechFlow news, May 26 — According to Cointelegraph, Pakistani Prime Minister Sharif has appointed Bilal bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council, as Special Assistant for Blockchain and Cryptocurrency Affairs, effective immediately. Saqib will serve at ministerial level but will not receive a salary or official benefits. This move is part of Pakistan's series of initiatives to promote digital asset development. Previously, the country allocated 2,000 megawatts of surplus electricity specifically for Bitcoin mining and AI centers and supported the establishment of the Pakistan Digital Assets Authority (PDAA). As Special Assistant, Saqib will be responsible for drafting cryptocurrency regulations compliant with FATF standards, launching state-backed Bitcoin mining projects, and promoting blockchain technology applications in government services, land records, and finance.
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