Insights
Member insights & analysis
Perspectives on regulation, research, and the virtual asset ecosystem, contributed by VAAP members and committees.
Cryptocurrency in Islam: A Comprehensive Shariah Compliance Research (2024–2026)
This research examines the Shariah compliance of cryptocurrency through Islamic principles, scholarly opinions, and fatwas issued by Pakistani religious scholars. It explores the key arguments surrounding the permissibility of digital assets and the evolving Islamic perspective on cryptocurrency.

US Targets MEXC Over Alleged $16B Illicit Transactions: Pakistan at Risk?
The US Treasury's action against a major global cryptocurrency exchange highlights the risks of weak financial oversight and the need for stronger investor protection in emerging digital asset markets.

