CRYPTOCURRENCY
Dubai Sees Crypto as Stepping Stone Towards Global Tech Hub
Dubai is reaping the dividends of new tech investments because it has laid the ground for a post-pandemic boom through a business-friendly and low taxes environment.
FTX Gets Full Approval to Operate Crypto Exchange in Dubai
FTX has received full government approval to expand its services in Dubai. In March, the exchange obtained a partial license to offer its services in the region.
UAE Investors Enable Crypto Trading in Dirhams following Kraken and RAKBANK Partnership
Kraken, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has joined hands with RAKBANK to enable UAE residents to trade crypto in dirhams through their local bank accounts.
Over 1,000 Firms Expected to Join Crypto Space in UAE by 2022 End, Expert Says
During the Top CEO event in Dubai, Crypto Oasis co-founder Saqr Ereiqat opined that at least 1,000 companies will enter the crypto space in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) by the end of the year based on a fast-paced ecosystem.
Emirates Airline to Roll Out Bitcoin Payment and Enter the Metaverse
To optimize customer satisfaction rates, Emirates Airline has revealed plans to adopt advanced digital solutions, such as cryptocurrency, metaverse, and blockchain.
Nearly 67% of UAE Residents are Interested in Crypto Investments, Study Shows
In the next five years, 67% of residents in the UAE will be interested in entering the crypto space, according to a survey by British market research and data analytics firm YouGov.
UAE to Strive for Virtual Service Provider Licenses before Q2
In a bid to become a global crypto hub, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is gearing up to issue federal licenses to virtual asset service providers (VASPs) by the end of Q1 2022.
United Arab Emirates to Issue its First NFT-Backed Stamps
The United Arab Emirates, through the Emirates Post Group (EPG), is set to launch the region’s first Non-Fungible Token-backed postage stamps.
UAE Rolls Out Blockchain-Powered Trade Finance Platform to Fight Fraud
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has launched a blockchain-enabled trade finance platform dubbed UAE Trade Connect to curb economic crimes like money laundering, under-invoicing, and fraud.
UAE Leverages Blockchain, Robotics and 3D Printing to Flatten Coronavirus Curve
The United Arab Emirates (UAE), through in5, a startup incubator for nurturing businesses and ideas, is deploying blockchain, robotics, and 3D printing technologies to instigate the wellbeing and safety of its citizens amid the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.