Pakistan Eyes $10B Crypto Boost with AI, Bitcoin Mining, and Surplus Power

Pakistan is going all in on digital transformation – by using its unused electricity. The country is planning a nationwide push into Bitcoin mining and AI data centers to turn excess energy into economic gold.

This is being led by the Pakistan Crypto Council, headed by entrepreneur Bilal Bin Saqib. The goal? Spark innovation, attract global investment and solve some of the country’s long-standing economic problems – all through blockchain and AI.

“This isn’t just about mining Bitcoin,” says Saqib. “It’s about building a tech driven economy based on innovation, skills and sustainable infrastructure.”

From Power Plants to Profits

With an energy grid that generates more electricity than it uses – especially in solar rich regions – Pakistan sees an opportunity to channel this surplus into high efficiency crypto mining and AI computing. According to Reuters, talks with international companies are already underway.

The initiative is also aligned with Pakistan’s renewable energy goals as the country doubles down on solar infrastructure to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels.

A Nation Hungry for Crypto and Tech

Pakistan is already in top 10 globally for crypto adoption with 15 to 20 million users despite having no formal regulation. It’s also home to the world’s third largest freelance workforce making it a natural hub for blockchain and AI development.

To guide national crypto policy the Pakistan Crypto Council has brought in none other than Changpeng Zhao (CZ) – founder of Binance – as a strategic advisor. His experience will help shape regulatory frameworks, digital currency infrastructure and tech education programs nationwide.

Creating Jobs, Startups and Export Potential

At the heart of this movement is Pakistan’s youth. With more than 60% of the population under 30 there’s a growing emphasis on upskilling in blockchain, AI and data analytics.

Key objectives of the initiative are:

• Turning excess electricity into revenue through Bitcoin mining

• Creating tech exports focused on AI and decentralized systems

• Attracting foreign investment in next gen infrastructure

• Supporting local innovation hubs and startups

If done right this could generate up to $10 billion economic impact in next 5 years and make Pakistan a digital leader in South Asia.

The Bottom Line

This is not just a headline – it’s a plan for the future to harness the skills of its youth, the power of its sun and the demand for global tech. Watch as Pakistan turns its idle watts into digital dollars – and sets a new path for emerging markets.