Pakistan has unveiled a landmark initiative to allocate 2,000MW of surplus power to Bitcoin mining and artificial intelligence projects, marking a major step in its digital economy push.
Per a 24NewsHD report, the government will roll out the plan in phases, starting with immediate power access and later incorporating renewables. Tax breaks and duty exemptions aim to lure global players, with officials confirming visits from international delegations.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb projected billions in investment and high-tech employment from the move.