Trump, UPB Bank & Pakistan’s Crypto Deal: A New Chapter in Global Crypto Politics
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In a rapidly evolving digital finance world, former U.S. President Donald Trump’s increasing involvement in cryptocurrency has sparked fresh controversy—this time linked to Pakistan and the rising fintech entity, UPB ( Universal Payment Bank ) . A deal between a Trump-backed crypto firm and Pakistani stakeholders has not only drawn attention from the global crypto community but also triggered a formal investigation by the U.S. Senate. The Crypto Pact: Trump, Pakistan & UPB Bank In early 2025, a major agreement was signed between a DeFi (Decentralized Finance) platform with financial backing from the Trump family and the Pakistan Crypto Council . Central to this deal is the promotion of blockchain innovation and adoption of digital currencies across Pakistan. Interestingly, UPB Bank , an emerging digital-first bank with strong roots in crypto payment infrastructure, has also been mentioned as a participating ecosystem partner. UPB Bank , known for pioneering blockchain-based f...