In a landmark step towards digital transformation, Pakistan’s Ministry of IT and Telecom (MoITT) has partnered with Binance Academy to bring blockchain education to tens of thousands of students across the country.
The initiative, announced as part of a strategic alliance with the world’s leading crypto exchange, aims to provide blockchain and Web3 training to 300 educators and 80,000 students across 20 universities by the year 2026.
🎓 Building Pakistan’s Blockchain Talent Pipeline
This national initiative will:
- Train 300 university educators with tailored blockchain teaching resources
- Reach 80,000 students across 20 Pakistani universities
- Integrate Web3 and blockchain modules into formal curricula
- Develop a robust ecosystem of blockchain-literate professionals ready for global tech opportunities
“Empowering people with the right skills is essential to unlocking blockchain’s potential,” said Bader Al Kalooti, MEASA Head of Growth and Operations at Binance.
🌍 Part of the Global University Outreach Program
This initiative builds on the Global University Outreach Program (GUOP), the world’s largest Web3 education campaign, launched in partnership with the Blockchain & AI Technology Center (BAITC).
- Originated with a pilot in Kazakhstan (2023)
- Now expanded to 20 countries, with plans to cover 200 universities in 50+ countries
- Aims to educate over 1 million students globally by 2026
🇵🇰 A National Digital Education Milestone
Pakistan’s Minister for IT and Telecom, Shaza Fatima Khawaja, praised the partnership, stating:
“In line with Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif’s vision for a digitally empowered Pakistan, this initiative contributes to economic growth and positions Pakistan as a global source of skilled blockchain talent.”
The collaboration reinforces the government’s commitment to:
- Advancing digital literacy
- Building a skilled tech workforce
- Promoting Web3 innovation for economic development
📈 Binance Academy’s Impact in Pakistan
Since 2022, Binance Academy has:
- Trained over 3,000 students across 13 universities in Pakistan
- Delivered programs in three provinces
- Focused on market-ready Web3 and crypto skills through workshops and certifications
This new collaboration is expected to significantly scale up the impact, contributing to Pakistan’s vision for a future-ready, digitally enabled workforce.
🚀 What This Means for Pakistan
With this public-private initiative:
- Students gain free access to cutting-edge blockchain training
- Educators are empowered with industry-standard tools and content
- Pakistan moves closer to becoming a regional hub for blockchain innovation and talent export
Binance also emphasized its commitment to building a well-regulated, secure, and transparent digital economy in Pakistan.
