A16z Fuels ZAR's $12.9M Push to Bring Stablecoins to Pakistan's Unbanked

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Venture capital powerhouse Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) has spearheaded a $12.9 million funding round for ZAR, a fintech startup aiming to democratize access to dollar-backed stablecoins for consumers in Pakistan and other emerging markets. This significant investment underscores the growing interest in leveraging digital assets to address financial inclusion challenges in underserved populations.

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