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UAE regulators pave way for crypto and blockchain adoption, says legal expert
10.1.2022
Legal expert Kokila Alagh shared insights regarding crypto and blockchain regulations in the United Arab Emirates
Crypto makes history in 2021: Five instances of governments embracing digital assets
29.12.2021
While 2021 surely saw a few regulatory setbacks, some governments delivered masterclasses in forward-looking crypto regulation
UAE to Jail Promoters of Fraudulent Cryptocurrency Schemes for Five Years, Offenders to Pay Over $270K in Fines
26.12.2021
Fraudsters promoting online cryptocurrency scams in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) now face a possible five-year jail sentence plus a fine of up to $272,000, according to a report. The new measures, which are set to take effect on January 2, 2022, are part of the government’s effort...
Dubai to Create Crypto Zone, Binance Joins Effort
23.12.2021
The Dubai World Trade Centre will become a comprehensive ecosystem for cryptocurrencies and providers of related services. The move is part of efforts to support new industries and the emirate intends to source help from crypto companies like Binance. Dubai World Trade Centre to Host and Regulate...
Binance joins fresh crypto hub by Dubai World Trade Centre
21.12.2021
Binance will assist crypto exchanges and businesses to become licensed in Dubai in cooperation with the local government
Dubai World Trade Centre to create new crypto hub and become regulator
20.12.2021
Another government-backed project in Dubai aims to set up an attractive environment for the crypto industry
State-Owned Investment Giant Mubadala Invests In Crypto, Blockchain-Based Ecosystem
13.12.2021
In a move that could potentially inject billions of dollars into the global crypto markets, Abu Dhabi’s leading state-owned holding Mubadala Investment Company is acknowledging it has started to invest its assets in cryptocurrencies and their surrounding blockchain-based ecosystem. ...
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Empire Token on the Rise: Empire NFT Marketplace Now Supports Ethereum; Plans to Expand to Solana and Major Exchange Listing
3.12.2021
PRESS RELEASE. Abu Dhabi, UAE – Empire Token’s flagship utility, the Empire NFT Marketplace, is now live on the Ethereum mainnet. The Ethereum Blockchain is a global computing platform and operating system which can be used to create decentralized services and applications....
UAE issues first NFT stamps in the Middle East
30.11.2021
The United Arab Emirates has adopted a favorable approach towards crypto. Now, its postal operator is issuing NFTs to commemorate National Day
Mintverse Closes Successful Seed Round of $1.5M
5.11.2021
PRESS RELEASE. Dubai, UAE, 5th November 2021 — Mintverse, a new and improved NFT service platform, closes their seed round raising $1.5 million from private investors. Led by A&T capital, and other large investment firms including Mirana Ventures, Longling Capital, Genesis Block...
3air Solves Africa’s Massive Internet Access Problem With Cardano-Based ISP Platform
5.11.2021
PRESS RELEASE. 3air is using an ISP platform built on Cardano to provide internet to the most unconnected regions in Africa. November 2nd, 2021, Dubai, UAE – Today, 3air, a blockchain-based startup, announced it will leverage the power of decentralization to provide internet connectivity...
Dubai finance watchdog approves listing of Bitcoin fund
27.10.2021
The DFSA is establishing itself as an innovative regulator for the region by focusing on fintech and innovative technology
Dubai regulator announces new regulations for investment tokens
26.10.2021
The UAE continues to be one of the most friendly jurisdictions worldwide for the digital asset industry
Crypto traders fight in WBS Dubai for Amir Khan’s charity boxing match
17.10.2021
The event saw friendly boxing matches between prominent Crypto Twitter entrepreneurs, with RookieXBT taking the WBC Crypto Champion belt
Ensuring a Greener Blockchain with DSC2021
14.10.2021
Greener Blockchain, Cleaner Crypto and Sustainable Energy Aligned with UAE 2030 Vision The growing consensus is that businesses must play a crucial role in combating climate change. Over the past four years, investments in digitization and sustainability have doubled, peaking at $40 trillion...
Emirati crypto exchange BitOasis raises $30M to expand in MENA
6.10.2021
“Our aim is to build the largest and most trusted cryptocurrency platform in the region,” BitOasis CEO Ola Doudin said
BitOasis crypto exchange to help Dubai Police spread fraud awareness
4.10.2021
BitOasis has partnered with the Dubai Police Force to establish safety regulations around crypto investments in the region, according to the exchange's CEO
UAE regulators approve crypto trading in Dubai free zone
23.9.2021
Dubai authorities continue driving more adoption to the cryptocurrency industry by pushing more regulatory approvals
Dubai to benefit from expanding crypto market, Bittrex Global CEO says
30.8.2021
The United Arab Emirates has been cementing its presence in the digital asset industry recently with multiple efforts to further adopt blockchain-based technologies
Crypto in the UAE: TRES Was Approved by DMCC for OTC Trade License to Operate With Cryptocurrency
20.7.2021
On photo left to right: Saif Al Mansouri – CEO TRES OTC DMCC; Ahmed Bin Sulayem – Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of DMCC; Dmitry Krasnogor – Managing Director TRES OTC DMCC; Antony Katin – CEO SIMBA Storage; Alexey Liakhovnenko – CEO TRES Group GmbH....