The Binance Academy has entered into a partnership with the Ministry of I.T. and Telecommunication to advance blockchain education nationwide by supporting educators at universities, with an aim to develop local talent in the blockchain space.
In a statement, the Ministry of I.T. said the partnership aimed to provide blockchain education support to 300 educators, reaching 80,000 students across 20 universities in Pakistan by 2026. The ultimate aim, it said, was to build a strong pipeline of blockchain talent equipped to contribute to tech ecosystems both locally and abroad.
Building on the foundations laid by the Global University Outreach Program, the world’s largest Web3 educational initiative, the partnership would bolster the Binance Academy’s attempts to integrate blockchain education into university curricula worldwide. The initiative fosters human capital development through open educational programs, industry partnerships, and professional certifications.
“As blockchain reshapes the global financial landscape, empowering people with the right skills is essential to unlocking its potential,” said Bader Al Kalooti, Middle East, Africa and Southern Asia Head of Growth and Operations at Binance. “Our collaboration with the Ministry of I.T. and Telecom in Pakistan marks a significant step toward building a knowledgeable workforce ready to drive innovation and foster growth in the digital economy. Together, we’re laying the foundation for a future where blockchain technology creates opportunities across every sector,” he added.
This national educational initiative would cultivate a generation of blockchain-empowered professionals who will drive Pakistan’s adoption of innovative technologies. I.T. Minister Shaza Fatima Khawaja has expressed strong support for the program. “In line with the vision of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif for a digitally empowered Pakistan, this partnership marks an important milestone in the country’s digital transformation,” she said. “It contributes to economic growth and positions Pakistan as a global source of skilled blockchain talent. By joining forces with the world’s leading crypto exchange, Binance, along with the Blockchain and A.I. Technology Center, we are equipping our students with cutting-edge knowledge, preparing them to shape the future of the digital economy and strengthen Pakistan’s presence in the global tech landscape,” she added.
The partnership with the Ministry of I.T. underscores Binance’s dedication to collaborating with the government to foster a secure and innovative environment for blockchain adoption. By aligning with local standards and supporting the education of future leaders, Binance aims to contribute to a well-regulated, consumer-protective digital landscape that advances Pakistan’s position in the evolving global digital economy.
Since 2022, Binance Academy has empowered over 3,000 students across 13 universities and three provinces in Pakistan with market-ready Web 3.0 skills through dedicated training initiatives. The Blockchain and AI Technology Center is a global research institution focused on accelerating the global adoption of blockchain and AI. It operates in over 20 countries and offers a wide range of accessible educational programs across industries to provide open bootcamps, hackathons, corporate training sessions, and tech career development initiatives, including Career Bootcamps.