State Launches BNB-Fueled Digital Reserve Fund!
- Alem Crypto Fund Launched: Kazakhstan has created a government-backed digital asset reserve called the Alem Crypto Fund [1] [2]. It’s managed by Qazaqstan Venture Group under the Astana International Financial Centre (AIFC) framework, giving it a clear legal and regulatory footing [3] [4].
- First Asset is BNB: The fund’s inaugural purchase was Binance Coin (BNB) – the native token of the BNB Chain – in partnership with Binance Kazakhstan (a locally licensed arm of Binance) [5] [6]. Officials have not disclosed the exact amount of BNB bought, but highlight that BNB’s utility (for transactions, fees, staking and governance) makes it a strategic choice [7] [8].
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