Pakistan, April 23 -- The United Armed Forces is experimenting with the technology behind Bitcoin as part of efforts to strengthen cybersecurity and protect critical digital networks. Senior military officials revealed that the system is being studied not for financial use, but for its advanced computer science and cryptographic capabilities.

The disclosure came during testimony by Samuel Paparo before the House Armed Services Committee. Paparo explained that the military currently operates a Bitcoin node to observe network activity and conduct operational tests designed to improve digital security systems used in defense infrastructure.

During the hearing, lawmakers also discussed the strategic dimension of digital assets amid global c...