📢 Pakistan’s new Bitcoin plan has raised red flags for the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The country wants to mine Bitcoin and build a national crypto reserve. But the IMF says: not so fast.

🚨 What’s Happening?

  • Pakistan plans to use 2,000 megawatts (MW) of electricity for Bitcoin mining.

  • A state-backed Bitcoin wallet and national crypto reserve have been launched.

  • The IMF was not informed before these moves.

  • Pakistan is still in talks with the IMF for financial support.

🔌 Energy Crisis + Mining = Big Problem

Pakistan is facing a severe energy crisis:

  • ⚡ Electricity prices are up 155% since 2021

  • ⚡ People pay around $0.23 per kWh

  • ⚡ 16% of power is lost due to old infrastructure

  • ⚡ Power cuts are common across the country

  • ⚡ Another 18% price hike happened in July 2025

➡️ Using 2,000 MW for Bitcoin makes things worse for homes and industries.

💬 What the IMF Wants

The IMF wants Pakistan to:

  • Explain how Bitcoin fits into its energy and financial plans

  • Make sure any crypto steps follow the Extended Fund Facility (EFF) rules

  • Avoid diverting power away from the people for risky crypto projects

👉 If Pakistan doesn't cooperate, it could lose vital aid.

🪙 Pakistan’s Bold Crypto Push

Pakistan is trying to become a crypto leader:

  • Created the National Crypto Council

  • Launched the Pakistan Digital Asset Authority (PDAA)

  • Built a Bitcoin Reserve and official wallet

  • Hired Changpeng Zhao (ex-Binance CEO) as an advisor

  • Wants to attract miners, tech firms, and startups

📢 “Our youth are on the blockchain,” said the PM’s crypto advisor.

⚠️ But Is It Too Risky?

  • People need power more than Bitcoin farms

  • IMF is watching closely

  • The wrong move could lead to protests, blackouts, and lost funding

💡 Lesson: Innovation is good — but clear plans and partnerships are better.

📌 Key Numbers


🔢 Metric📊 ValueBTC Mining Power Allocated2,000 MWElectricity Price Rise (2021-25)155%Current Electricity Rate$0.23/kWhEnergy Loss Rate16%Number of Crypto Wallets40 Million+

📣 Final Thoughts

🔍 The IMF isn’t anti-Bitcoin — but it wants rules and clear plans.

Pakistan’s challenge: prove Bitcoin can work without hurting the people.

🔧 Dialogue, regulation, and smart energy use may turn this bold idea into real success.

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