Pakistan Moves Towards Legalizing Bitcoin and Cryptos

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k3v1n_shardSenior Member
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#1Nov 3, 2017, 09:09 AM
Just heard some good news! No ban on crypto in Pakistan. It’s more of a warning to keep newcomers cautious about scams. Pretty wild, huh?
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sam_wolfMember
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#2Nov 3, 2017, 11:35 AM
If they actually legalize bitcoin, that'd be awesome for the citizens. Could even influence neighboring India positively, but politics might complicate things.
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alex404Newbie
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#3Nov 3, 2017, 12:17 PM
Definitely great they’re not going for a ban. But regulations? Ugh, not everyone's gonna be happy about that since crypto is all about decentralization.
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#4Nov 3, 2017, 12:24 PM
It feels like a big step forward. India and Pakistan share a history. Maybe crypto laws in Pakistan will push India to reconsider its stance.
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Crypt0S4geSenior Member
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#5Nov 4, 2017, 08:20 AM
I'm pretty pumped about this! If the authorities move fast, it could really change the game for Pakistan and spark interest from investors.
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#6Nov 4, 2017, 10:12 AM
Who cares about the legal stuff? We still used bitcoin when it was illegal. Laws just limit our freedom and also hit us with taxes.
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#7Nov 5, 2017, 01:36 PM
Totally agree! The legislation seems more about control and taxes than helping us out. P2P trading is thriving despite their attempts.
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laseryesSenior Member
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#8Nov 5, 2017, 01:42 PM
If Pakistan legalizes crypto, it’s huge for users in South Asia. With the current risks, it’s literally the worst place for crypto right now.
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#9Nov 5, 2017, 07:43 PM
I’m with you. This could turn the tide for the whole region. Crypto community in Pakistan deserves a break.
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k3v1n_shardSenior Member
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#10Nov 5, 2017, 08:58 PM
Overcoming hurdles is tough. Why is there resistance in India when they're legalizing crypto? What gives?
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0xBearFull Member
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#11Nov 6, 2017, 01:28 AM
Legalizing bitcoin shifts the mindset. Most people in Pakistan think it's a ponzi scheme. Clarity from the government would change that.
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chrisbyteNewbie
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#12Nov 6, 2017, 04:23 AM
A country's interest in crypto usually comes with taxes and fees. It's a good time to jump on it before the next bull market.
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laseryesSenior Member
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#13Nov 6, 2017, 08:18 AM
India's in a gray area with crypto, right? The banking ban just caused chaos for local exchanges.
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#14Nov 6, 2017, 11:08 AM
It’s a shame India’s missing out. They should ride the crypto wave with their great tech scene and investment potential.
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sam_rocketSenior Member
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#15Nov 6, 2017, 02:01 PM
Even if legal, things won’t change overnight. People already trade bitcoin so it’s not a total reset.
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#16Nov 6, 2017, 03:53 PM
Glad they're moving fast! This could create opportunities for youth and investors to thrive without fear.
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#17Nov 6, 2017, 06:08 PM
Definitely will affect India too. They can't ignore what’s happening in Pakistan. The tide is turning!
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#18Nov 6, 2017, 07:00 PM
Wait until the inspectors come knocking with their tax questions once things are ‘legal’... it could get messy.
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#19Nov 7, 2017, 04:49 PM
Regulations? Ugh, not excited. State-sponsored wallets? That's a nightmare waiting to happen.
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#20Nov 10, 2017, 01:50 AM
Yeah, let’s not give any ideas to the governments. They’ll likely just complicate things with control schemes.
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