Pakistan to Use Surplus Power for Bitcoin and AI Centres

Pakistan plans to channel surplus electricity into Bitcoin mining and AI data centres. With high tariffs and growing capacity, the country is turning to blockchain and fintech innovation to drive economic growth and digital exports.

Energy excess sparks digital opportunities

Pakistan’s energy grid faces rising costs and surplus generation.

Solar adoption has surged, lowering grid usage and creating energy oversupply.

Bilal Bin Saqib, head of the Crypto Council, said excess energy will support mining and AI hubs.

Changpeng Zhao joins as strategic blockchain adviser

According to Reuters, Binance founder Changpeng Zhao will advise the council on crypto policy.

Despite his legal troubles in the US, Zhao will help develop Pakistan’s blockchain ecosystem.

His focus includes mining strategy, regulation, digital currency, and youth education.

Crypto adoption and fintech potential

Pakistan has 15–20 million crypto users and ranks high in global crypto adoption.

Saqib wants regulatory sandboxes to support innovation in fintech and freelancing.

Training youth in blockchain and AI could boost exports and turn Pakistan into a global tech hub.