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Pakistan parliament passes Virtual Assets Act formalizing crypto regulatory authority

The Block|Brian Danga|
Pakistan parliament passes Virtual Assets Act formalizing crypto regulatory authority
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Pakistan's parliament has passed the Virtual Assets Act, which formally establishes a statutory regulatory authority for digital assets in the country. The legislation introduces criminal penalties for violations and represents a significant step toward formalizing cryptocurrency regulation in Pakistan.

Key Takeaways
  • โ†’Pakistan parliament officially passed the Virtual Assets Act to regulate digital assets.
  • โ†’The act establishes a statutory regulatory authority specifically for virtual assets.
  • โ†’Criminal penalties have been introduced nationwide for violations of the new regulations.
  • โ†’This represents Pakistan's formal entry into structured cryptocurrency regulation.
  • โ†’The legislation provides legal framework and clarity for digital asset operations in Pakistan.
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