Good News and Good step for Pakistanis 🇵🇰
Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC): 🪙
On March 15, 2025, Pakistan officially launched the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to regulate and integrate blockchain technology and digital assets into the country's financial system. The Finance Division highlighted that the PCC aims to formulate policies, foster innovation, and ensure a secure approach to crypto adoption in Pakistan.
Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI):
The Crypto Council for Innovation (CCI) is a global alliance advocating for crypto innovation. In December 2024, CCI announced the appointment of a new President and Acting CEO. Additionally, they have been actively analyzing shifts in U.S. crypto policy, noting legislative moves on stablecoins, market structure, and regulatory enforcement as signals of a changing stance.
U.S. Presidential Initiatives:🇺🇸
In January 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order establishing a working group on digital assets markets, referred to as a "crypto council," to support the responsible growth and use of digital assets and blockchain technology across all sectors of the economy. Subsequently, in February 2025, reports indicated that industry leaders were seeking positions on this advisory council, anticipating its influential role in shaping future regulatory frameworks.
Coinbase Global Advisory Council:
In January 2025, Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, expanded its Global Advisory Council by adding notable figures, including former U.S. Senator Kyrsten Sinema and Chris LaCivita, a co-campaign manager for President Trump's re-election. This move aligns with the administration's efforts to draft favorable frameworks for the crypto sector.
These developments reflect a global trend toward integrating and regulating cryptocurrency and blockchain technologies within existing financial and governmental frameworks.