Policy · 8h ago
Pakistan Crypto Body Seeks Shariah Compliance in Digital Asset Policy
Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority chief Saqib met with Mufti Taqi Usmani to discuss aligning crypto regulations with Islamic principles. The meeting aimed to shape a digital asset policy that embraces emerging technologies while adhering to Shariah law. This could set a precedent for crypto regulation in Muslim-majority countries.
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The move signals Pakistan's intent to legitimize crypto through religious compliance, but the real test will be whether the resulting policy balances innovation with conservative financial norms.
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