Kazakhstan unveils plans for crypto-friendly city
The government plans to allow regulated cryptocurrency circulation in a new digital hub designed to boost blockchain adoption.
Kazakhstan is pressing ahead with a bold initiative to integrate cryptocurrency into everyday payments by launching a pilot zone known as CryptoCity. President Tokayev announced the project as a sandbox for legal crypto payments at the Astana International Forum 2025.
The city of Alatau is currently the leading candidate to host CryptoCity. Recognised for its scientific research facilities and special economic zones, Alatau offers an existing technological infrastructure that makes it a strong contender.
Zhaslan Madiyev, Kazakhstan’s Minister of Digital Development,…
