Kazakhstan approves strategic crypto mining rules tied to national reserve
Summary
Kazakhstan approved a new framework for strategic digital mining that ties access to regulated electricity quotas to contributions of mined crypto to a state-backed reserve via Astana Hub. Miners must meet heavy infrastructure standards, including owning a data center with at least 150 MW capacity, using machines of at least 150 TH/s, maintaining technical staff and repair facilities, and staying current on taxes and other obligations. Approved miners must sign agreements with Astana Hub and buy power from eligible generators. The rules take effect Aug. 1, 2026. The policy expands Kazakhstan’s effort to build state-backed digital asset infrastructure and supports its position as a major global Bitcoin mining center.
