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Qatar National Bank Taps JPMorgan’s Blockchain for Faster Dollar Payments
30.9.2025
Qatar National Bank (QNB) has adopted JPMorgan’s blockchain platform, enabling its corporate clients to settle U.S. dollar payments within minutes. The move highlights the Gulf region’s push to modernize financial infrastructure and attract global capital. Gulf Banking Giant Embraces Blockchain...
Qatar bank taps JPMorgan’s blockchain for faster US dollar payments
29.9.2025
“It’s a treasurer’s dream,” said QNB’s Kamel Moris, highlighting how the bank’s shift to JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain enables near-instant, 24/7 payments
Qatar bank taps JPMorgan’s blockchain for faster US dollar payments
29.9.2025
“It’s a treasurer’s dream,” said QNB’s Kamel Moris, highlighting how the bank’s shift to JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain enables near-instant, 24/7 payments
Qatar bank taps JPMorgan’s blockchain for faster US dollar payments
29.9.2025
“It’s a treasurer’s dream,” said QNB’s Kamel Moris, highlighting how the bank’s shift to JPMorgan’s Kinexys blockchain enables near-instant, 24/7 payments
Dubai Sets RWA Milestone With First Approval of Tokenized Money Market Fund
8.7.2025
The Dubai Financial Services Authority approved the QCD Money Market Fund backed by Qatar National Bank and DMZ Finance
Iran Targets US Bases in Qatar; Novogratz Sees Market Upside If Retaliation Remains Limited
24.6.2025
Mike Novogratz suggested that the U.S.’s bet that a vulnerable Iran is not interested in escalation could be beneficial for President Trump and risk assets if it plays out. Iran Ballistic Missiles Target Qatar Galaxy Digital founder and CEO Mike Novogratz has said the United States’...
FIFA Teams Up With Avalanche to Build Its Own Blockchain, Expanding Web3 Ambition
22.5.2025
FIFA previously released a non-fungible token (NFT) collection on the Algorand blockchain in 2022 ahead of the Qatar World Cup
Qatar Tech Firm Launches Platform for Tokenized Islamic Finance Contracts
27.10.2024
Blade Labs, a Qatari tech company, has launched a platform for tokenizing Murabaha contracts, a type of Islamic finance. This innovation allows for broader access to Sharia-compliant financing, both for financial and non-financial institutions. Tokenized Sharia-Compliant Contracts Blade Labs,...
MENA’s Crypto Market Soars With Türkiye, UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar Leading the Charge
27.9.2024
According to a Chainalysis report, the Middle East & North Africa (MENA) region has emerged as a significant player in the global crypto market, ranking seventh globally with $338.7 billion in on-chain value received between July 2023 and June 2024. Türkiye leads the region, driven by high...
Hashgraph Association to explore digital asset use cases with Qatar stakeholders
20.9.2024
The Hashgraph Association will explore digital asset use cases like equity and real estate tokenization with stakeholders in Qatar.
Hashgraph Association to explore digital asset use cases with Qatar stakeholders
20.9.2024
The Hashgraph Association will explore digital asset use cases such as equity and real estate tokenization with stakeholders in Qatar.
Qatar Financial Centre Activates Digital Assets Lab
16.9.2024
Qatar Financial Center (QFC) has launched its Digital Assets Lab, selecting 24 participants to develop innovative digital solutions using distributed ledger technology. Key partners include Google Cloud, Masraf Al Rayan, The Hashgraph Association, and R3. Lab Participants to Lead Digital...
Qatar Brings in Crypto Rules Framework in a Sign of Web 3 Development in the Middle East
3.9.2024
The framework includes recognition of smart contracts, licensing for crypto companies, property rights in tokens and custody arrangements among other issues
Qatar Unveils 2024 Digital Assets Framework
2.9.2024
Qatar has launched a new framework to regulate digital assets, aiming to create a secure and transparent ecosystem. The framework is expected to attract domestic and international players and support the development of a thriving financial services sector in Qatar. Building Foundation for Digital...
Qatar introduces regulatory framework for digital assets
2.9.2024
Qatar’s central bank governor believes that the framework will bring opportunities to the country’s financial sector.
Tether Invests $3 Million in Kem App to Boost USDT Usage in the Middle East
14.8.2024
Stablecoin issuer Tether has announced a $3 million strategic investment in the Kem app, a platform for money transfers and financial management. This collaboration aims to introduce USDT on Kem’s platform, promoting widespread adoption in the Middle East and enhancing financial inclusion....
Trump promises to become the ‘crypto president’ — Law Decoded
10.6.2024
The former United States president is intensifying his cryptocurrency advocacy as part of his 2024 presidential campaign
Central Bank of Qatar Announces CBDC Project
5.6.2024
The Central Bank of Qatar recently announced the completion of the infrastructure development supporting an in-house-built CBDC. The bank estimates that the project will enter its experimental stages this year in October, allowing several national and international banks to test the functionality...
Qatar Central Bank launches first phase of CBDC project
3.6.2024
The small country on the Arabian Peninsula sees CBDC as part of its national development strategy
FINNOVEX Qatar 2024 to spearhead the financial revolution
27.5.2024
The stage is set for the most anticipated financial event of the year, FINNOVEX Qatar 2024, scheduled to take place on the 25th and 26th of June at the prestigious Waldorf Astoria Doha West Bay. Under the theme “Igniting the Financial Revolution,” this premier gathering will delve into...