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Pakistan’s fast crypto push turns heads
Pakistan is moving faster than many expected in crypto policy and adoption. That speed caught the attention of Changpeng Zhao.
The former Binance CEO says the country could become a global crypto leader by 2030 if progress continues at this pace.
A young population meets digital demand
CZ praised Pakistan’s leadership for spotting strong demand among young, tech-focused citizens who want digital assets.
Clear direction from regulators helps projects launch faster. That is rare in large economies.
Big steps taken in 2025
Pakistan formed a national virtual assets authority this year. It also allowed major exchanges to operate locally.
The country is building a Bitcoin reserve and testing asset tokenization to boost liquidity and foreign investment.
Tokenization opens global access
CZ said tokenized stocks let global investors buy exposure to Pakistani markets without borders.
Early movers gain the most. Delay lets others capture attention and capital first.
Blockchain favors small builders
CZ said crypto startups need fewer resources than banks or AI firms. Entry barriers stay lower.
Blockchain does not require permission. Education and incubators can unlock more innovation.
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Tokenization: turning real assets into blockchain-based tokens.
Liquidity: how easily assets can be bought or sold without price swings.
