不丹：喜馬拉雅山的一場靜悄悄的革命

不丹坐落在中國和印度之間的喜馬拉雅山脈，長期以來一直挑戰傳統的經濟模式。

Nestled in the Himalayas, Bhutan has quietly emerged as a significant player in the world of Bitcoin mining. While the country's total GDP stands at $2.9 billion, according to World Bank data, its Bitcoin reserves alone exceed $1 billion, thanks to its early entry into the mining scene. This move reflects Bhutan's strategic use of cryptocurrency as an economic asset.

坐落在喜馬拉雅山脈的不丹已悄悄成為比特幣挖礦領域的重要參與者。根據世界銀行的數據，雖然該國的 GDP 總額為 29 億美元，但由於其較早進入採礦領域，僅比特幣儲備就超過 10 億美元。此舉反映了不丹將加密貨幣作為經濟資產的戰略用途。

Bhutan began mining Bitcoin when prices hovered around $5,000, a stark contrast to today's astronomical prices of over $35,000. This foresight has enabled Bhutan to amass a substantial amount of the digital currency. As of 2023, these Bitcoin holdings constitute approximately 34.48% of the country's GDP.

當比特幣價格徘徊在 5,000 美元左右時，不丹就開始開採比特幣，這與今天超過 35,000 美元的天文價格形成鮮明對比。這種遠見使不丹累積了大量的數位貨幣。截至 2023 年，這些比特幣持有量約佔該國 GDP 的 34.48%。

Bhutan is expanding its mining infrastructure through a phased development pipeline with Bitdeer Technologies Group. The first phase, with a capacity of 100 megawatts, is already operational. A second phase aims to add 500 megawatts by mid-2025. The project is powered by Bhutan's abundant hydropower resources, ensuring mining is both sustainable and efficient.

不丹正在透過與 Bitdeer Technologies Group 的分階段開發管道擴大其採礦基礎設施。第一期裝置容量為100兆瓦，現已投入營運。第二階段的目標是到 2025 年中期增加 500 兆瓦。該項目由不丹豐富的水力資源提供動力，確保採礦業的可持續和高效。

The construction of a 100-megawatt crypto-mining data center in Gedu marked Bhutan's first large-scale venture into Bitcoin mining. The facility harnesses the country's hydroelectric power to mine Bitcoin in an environmentally responsible way. Currently, the data center houses 30,000 mining machines, which are likely to produce three to five bitcoins daily. At today’s prices, this translates to daily revenue of $317,400 to $529,000.

在Gedu建造100兆瓦的加密貨幣挖礦資料中心標誌著不丹首次大規模涉足比特幣挖礦。該設施利用該國的水力發電以對環境負責的方式開採比特幣。目前，該資料中心擁有 30,000 台礦機，每天可能會生產三到五個比特幣。以今天的價格計算，這意味著每日收入為 317,400 美元至 529,000 美元。

This strategic approach allows Bhutan to generate steady income from Bitcoin mining while mitigating market volatility. The project also creates local jobs, contributing to the country's broader economic transformation.

這種策略方法使不丹能夠從比特幣挖礦中獲得穩定的收入，同時減輕市場波動。該計畫還創造了當地就業機會，為該國更廣泛的經濟轉型做出了貢獻。

Bhutan's tech park in Thimphu is abuzz with conversations about the country's Bitcoin mining initiatives and the upcoming “Mindfulness City” in Gelephu. While details about the city's development remain largely under wraps, it is clear that blockchain technology will play a pivotal role in shaping this futuristic metropolis.

不丹廷布科技園裡充斥著有關該國比特幣挖礦計劃和即將在格勒佈建設的「正念之城」的討論。雖然有關該城市發展的細節在很大程度上仍處於保密狀態，但很明顯，區塊鏈技術將在塑造這座未來大都市的過程中發揮關鍵作用。

The city aims to provide opportunities for Bhutanese youth, encouraging them to remain in the country rather than seeking opportunities abroad. In his National Day speech on December 17, King Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck highlighted the importance of balancing economic growth with the preservation of Bhutan’s natural beauty, culture, and values.

該市旨在為不丹年輕人提供機會，鼓勵他們留在國內而不是到國外尋找機會。吉格梅·凱薩爾·納姆耶爾·旺楚克國王在 12 月 17 日的國慶演講中強調了平衡經濟成長與保護不丹自然美景、文化和價值觀的重要性。

Covering over 2,500 km², Mindfulness City is designed to integrate sustainable development with modern technologies, including blockchain and artificial intelligence. Gelephu's location, at the crossroads of South Asia and Southeast Asia, makes it a strategic hub for economic activity. As a Special Administrative Region (SAR), the city aims to attract both domestic and international investment with a business-friendly environment.

正念城市佔地超過 2,500 平方公里，旨在將永續發展與區塊鏈和人工智慧等現代技術相結合。格勒布位於南亞和東南亞的十字路口，使其成為經濟活動的戰略樞紐。作為一個特別行政區（SAR），該市旨在以友善的商業環境吸引國內外投資。

The project will focus on seven key sectors: agritech, finance, education, green energy, health, high-tech, and spirituality. By diversifying its economy, Bhutan seeks to combine technological progress with its cultural values.

該計畫將重點放在七個關鍵領域：農業科技、金融、教育、綠色能源、健康、高科技和精神。透過經濟多元化，不丹尋求將技術進步與其文化價值結合。

One recent development within this framework is the application by Matrixport, a global crypto financial services company, for a Financial Services Permission License to operate in Mindfulness City. Matrixport is the first company to apply under the city’s new regulatory framework for financial services and virtual assets.

該框架內的最新進展是全球加密金融服務公司 Matrixport 申請在正念城營運的金融服務許可許可證。 Matrixport 是第一家申請該市金融服務和虛擬資產新監管框架的公司。

This move highlights Bhutan's interest in building a regulated environment for digital assets and blockchain, reinforcing its strategy to attract global players while maintaining its commitment to sustainable and culturally mindful development.

此舉凸顯了不丹有興趣為數位資產和區塊鏈建立一個受監管的環境，加強其吸引全球參與者的策略，同時保持其對永續和注重文化發展的承諾。