Kazakhstan's government approved a strategic digital mining framework on July 18 that grants large-scale crypto miners access to regulated electricity quotas in exchange for transferring part of their mined assets to a state-backed digital reserve. The rules, formalized through Government Resolution No. 638 and published in the PRG.kz legal database, require miners to contribute crypto holdings to Astana Hub, a government technology cluster managing the reserve mechanism. Kazakhstan ranked fifth globally by Bitcoin mining activity in the Cambridge Digital Mining Industry Report published in April 2025, positioning the country as a major hub where regulatory frameworks now directly link mining operations to national digital asset accumulation strategies.
Government Sets 150 MW Capacity Requirement for Strategic Miners
Miners seeking strategic status under the new framework must own digital mining data centers with at least 150 megawatts of capacity and operate hardware where each unit delivers a minimum computing power of 150 terahashes per second. Kazakhstan-based news outlet Zakon.kz reported the requirements Wednesday, citing the published government resolution. The rules also mandate that applicants employ qualified technical staff, maintain repair facilities at their data centers, hold multiple internet service contracts, and remain current on all required tax and payment obligations. Government Resolution No. 638 will enter into force on Aug. 1, 2026, according to Zakon.kz.
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Kazakhstan ranked fifth globally by Bitcoin mining activity. Source: Cambridge Centre for Alternative Finance.
Miners Must Transfer Mined Assets to Astana Hub Reserve
Approved miners must sign agreements with Astana Hub's autonomous cluster fund and purchase electricity from eligible power-generating companies under the strategic mining framework. The rules require miners to transfer part of their mined crypto assets to the reserve mechanism, though the resolution does not specify the exact share. Local media reports cited a 10% transfer rate, though this figure could not be independently verified. Miners receive access to electricity quotas at regulated tariffs in exchange for the asset transfers.
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Source: National Business Kazakhstan/Telegram
Kazakhstan Launched Alem Crypto Fund in September 2025
The strategic mining rules build on Kazakhstan's state-backed digital asset infrastructure development. In September 2025, Kazakhstan launched the Alem Crypto Fund, a state-backed vehicle focused on long-term digital asset reserves, with its first investment involving BNB through a partnership with Binance Kazakhstan. In July 2026, Alatau City Bank and Binance Kazakhstan launched Crypto Pay, a service allowing users to make crypto payments through QR codes and point-of-sale terminals connected to the bank's acquiring network.
FAQ
What did Kazakhstan's government approve on July 18?
Kazakhstan's government approved Government Resolution No. 638 on July 18, establishing a strategic digital mining framework that grants large-scale crypto miners access to regulated electricity quotas in exchange for transferring part of their mined crypto assets to Astana Hub, a state-backed technology cluster managing a digital asset reserve.
What infrastructure requirements must miners meet for strategic status?
Miners seeking strategic status must own digital mining data centers with at least 150 megawatts of capacity, use mining hardware where each unit has a minimum computing power of 150 terahashes per second, employ qualified technical staff, maintain repair facilities at their data centers, hold multiple internet service contracts, and remain current on all required tax and payment obligations.
When will the new strategic mining rules enter into force?
Government Resolution No. 638 will enter into force on Aug. 1, 2026, according to Zakon.kz.
