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Pakistan allocates 2,000 megawatts of electricity to bitcoin mining, AI data centres

On May 25, 2025, Pakistan's government designated 2,000 megawatts of electricity across the country to support cryptocurrency mining and artificial intelligence data center operations as part of a new digital advancement program.
This allocation responds to Pakistan's surplus power and underutilized capacity, aiming to convert idle energy from plants operating below capacity into a revenue-generating digital asset.
Pakistan offers stable and affordable energy, abundant land, advanced subsea cable connectivity including the Africa-2 Cable Project, and an emerging regulatory framework supporting digital innovation.
Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb highlighted that the initiative is anticipated to draw billions in international investment and create numerous high-tech jobs, while Pakistan Crypto Council CEO Bilal Bin Saqib described it as a pivotal moment for the nation’s digital economy.
The initiative positions Pakistan to become a regional hub for digital services and Web3, leveraging its strategic location, regulatory progress, and resources to foster sustainable economic growth.

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The Independent (US)

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Pakistan to mine bitcoin with vast amounts of excess energy

Surplus power could generate nearly $2 billion of cryptocurrency annually, according to estimates

2 days ago·United States

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Coin Desk

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Pakistan Taps Surplus Power Capacity to Fuel Bitcoin Mining, AI Data Centers

The country plans on utilizing surplus energy from coal-fired power plants that are currently operating at 15% capacity to mine bitcoin.

2 days ago·Manila, Philippines

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Cryptonews.com

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Pakistan Reserves 2,000 MW to Power Bitcoin Mining and AI Centers

Pakistan has committed 2,000 megawatts of surplus electricity to fuel Bitcoin mining and artificial intelligence centers.

3 days ago

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Benzinga

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Bitcoin Gets Official Push As This South Asian Nation Assigns 2000 MW Surplus Energy For Mining

Pakistan’s finance ministry unveiled plans Sunday to assign 2000 megawatts of electricity to power Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC) mining and artificial intelligence data centers.

3 days ago·New York, United States

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Deccan Herald

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Energy Shift Bitcoin Mining: Pakistan Allocates 2,000 MW to Crypto and AI Data Centres

Tech & Power Strategy: Pakistan taps surplus electricity to fuel bitcoin mining and AI data centres, aiming for digital growth and investment.

3 days ago·Karnataka, India

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The Hindu

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Pakistan allocates 2,000 megawatts of electricity to bitcoin mining, AI data centres

Pakistan will allocate 2,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity in the first phase of a national initiative to power bitcoin mining and AI data centres, its finance ministry said on Sunday.

3 days ago·United Kingdom

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