Bilal bin Saqib’s appointment highlights potential for Pakistani expertise in the evolving global digital finance landscape.
Key Takeaways:
i) Bilal bin Saqib, a prominent Pakistani figure in the Web3 space, has joined World Liberty Financial (WLF) as an advisor.
ii) WLF, a DeFi platform with links to the Trump family, aims to bridge traditional banking with digital finance.
iii) Bin Saqib’s experience, including his role as head of Pakistan’s Crypto Council, is expected to enhance WLF’s global strategy.
Islamabad, Pakistan – April 17, 2025 – World Liberty Financial (WLF), a decentralized finance (DeFi) platform, has announced the appointment of Bilal bin Saqib as an advisor. The move signals a growing integration of Pakistani expertise in the global cryptocurrency and blockchain sectors.
WLF, which aims to create accessible and secure financial solutions using advanced Web3 technology, highlighted Bin Saqib’s extensive experience in scaling protocols, promoting crypto adoption, and engaging with governments on technology and social impact.
Bilal bin Saqib’s background is rooted in social entrepreneurship and digital innovation. As the head of Pakistan’s Crypto Council, he played a key role in educating Pakistani regulators and the public about blockchain technology. He is also the founder of Tayaba.org, a Pakistani NGO focused on improving access to clean water. His achievements have earned him recognition, including being featured in Forbes’ 30 Under 30 list and an MBE (Member of the British Empire) for his contributions to the UK’s National Health Service.
Bin Saqib’s appointment could provide a valuable link between Pakistan’s burgeoning tech sector and the global DeFi landscape.
World Liberty Financial, while based outside Pakistan, seeks to connect traditional banking with the emerging world of digital finance. The company has garnered attention for its high-profile connections, including members of the Trump family. The platform has raised significant capital and is developing a range of products, including a stablecoin (USD1) and decentralized lending/borrowing markets.
Bin Saqib’s appointment could provide a valuable link between Pakistan’s burgeoning tech sector and the global DeFi landscape. His understanding of regulatory frameworks and his experience in navigating the Pakistani market may prove beneficial to WLF as it expands its international reach. This appointment also reflects the increasing recognition of Pakistan’s potential role in the future of digital finance.
