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Standard Chartered launches crypto custody in Europe under MiCA framework
The banks plans to offer regulated digital asset custody services to its European clients. дальше »
2025-1-10 20:39
UAE’s Bitcoin mining firm Phoenix Group expands in US ahead of Nasdaq listing: report
Abu Dhabi-listed Phoenix Group deepens its U.S. footprint with the opening of a 50 MW crypto mining site in North Dakota. Phoenix Group has opened a 50 MW crypto mining facility in North Dakota, as the Abu Dhabi-based firm doubles… дальше »
2025-1-6 11:53
Phoenix Group targets Nasdaq for dual listing in 2025
UAE’s first crypto-listed company, Phoenix Group, plans NASDAQ dual-listing. Phoenix Group, the first cryptocurrency company in the UAE to be listed on the Abu Dhabi Stock Exchange (ADX), is planning to dual-list on the Nasdaq in 2025 to expand its… дальше »
2024-12-23 11:50
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao sparks debate over UAE’s alleged $40b Bitcoin holdings
Binance founder Changpeng Zhao has triggered a discussion about cryptocurrency adoption in the UAE after sharing claims about the nation’s Bitcoin holdings. In a recent X tweet, Zhao shared an article claiming the United Arab Emirates holds $40 billion in… дальше »
2024-12-23 20:32
Aptos expands presence in Middle East with regional Abu Dhabi office
Aptos Foundation is opening a regional office in Abu Dhabi in a bid to foster partnerships and support projects focused on the Aptos ecosystem. Aptos Foundation, the organization behind the Aptos (APT) blockchain, is opening a regional office in Abu… дальше »
2024-12-11 12:06
Tether’s USDT gains approval for regulated services in Abu Dhabi
USDT will be regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority. дальше »
2024-12-11 11:14
BlackRock receives Abu Dhabi commercial license after Saudi approval
BlackRock has received a license to operate in Abu Dhabi, further expanding its business into the Middle Eastern region after gaining approval from Saudi Arabia just last month. According to a Bloomberg report published on Nov. 18, the investment management… дальше »
2024-11-19 15:25
China Central Bankers say joint mBridge project requires mutual trust
Deputy Governor of China’s Central Bank says the countries partnering together to build mBridge would need to establish trust and mutual understanding of one another’s regulatory framework. дальше »
2024-10-23 14:53
UAE set to introduce legal framework for DAOs to boost blockchain growth
RAK DAO announces a legal framework to simplify DAO setup in the UAE. дальше »
2024-10-18 16:11
The Central Bank of the UAE approves AED Stablecoin’s preliminary license
The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has granted preliminary approval to AED Stablecoin, bringing the project a step closer to becoming the UAE’s first regulated dirham-pegged stablecoin. дальше »
2024-10-18 14:11
Is UAE setting the stage for a crypto revolution with VAT exemption?
The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has made a significant move in the evolving world of cryptocurrencies by introducing VAT exemptions for virtual asset transactions. On October 2, 2024, the UAE’s Federal Tax Authority (FTA) announced changes under Cabinet Decision No. дальше »
2024-10-8 16:47
Ripple secures in-principle approval to expand services in UAE
Ripple has received in-principle approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority to enhance its cross-border payment solutions in the Middle East. Ripple is expanding its international presence by securing in-principle approval from the Dubai Financial Services Authority to broaden its… дальше »
2024-10-1 12:02
Dubai regulators enforce new rule that mandates crypto marketers add risk disclaimer
United Arab Emirates’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority new rule will require crypto firms to add a disclaimer, warning potential customers about the risks that come with investing in digital assets. дальше »
2024-9-26 13:11
Bybit secures provisional approval for crypto operations in Dubai
Crypto exchange ByBit has secured a provisional license from Dubai’s crypto regulator. According to Sept. 16 announcement, ByBit has received provisional approval for a Virtual Asset Service Provider license, from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority, marking the completion of the… дальше »
2024-9-16 15:24
UAE central bank approves digital asset custodial risk insurance product
Crypto firms in the UAE can now access local insurance for digital assets, reflecting the nation's growing emphasis on regulatory security. дальше »
2024-9-14 17:32
Standard Chartered rolls out crypto custody services in UAE for BTC and ETH
Standard Chartered will begin offering crypto custody services in the UAE's DIFC, following regulatory approval from the DFSA. дальше »
2024-9-11 21:14
Blockchain Life 2024 in Dubai: Top companies, key industry figures gather in the world crypto capital
On October 22-23, Dubai will host the 13th international forum Blockchain Life 2024 – one of the largest global events in the field of web3, cryptocurrencies, and mining. The forum will feature over 10,000 leading experts, crypto entrepreneurs, and enthusiasts from 120 countries. дальше »
2024-9-3 18:37
CoinDCX’s Okto becomes first Web3 wallet licensed in UAE’s RAK DAO
Okto wallet, the self-custodial wallet developed by Indian crypto exchange CoinDCX, has secured a business license from RAK Digital Assets Oasis, a free-trade zone in the United Arab Emirates. According to a press release shared with crypto.news, the new license… дальше »
2024-8-27 15:51
Tether to develop dirham-pegged stablecoin in UAE
Stablecoin issuer Tether has disclosed plans to launch a stablecoin pegged to the United Arab Emirates dirham. In an Aug. 21 announcement, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer Tether Inc. said the new stablecoin would be launched in collaboration with Phoenix… дальше »
2024-8-21 15:01
Dubai’s RAKBANK teams up with Bitpanda to offer crypto to UAE residents
Crypto exchange Bitpanda has partnered with a state-backed Dubai bank as part of its first expansion into the Middle East. RAKBANK, one of the United Arab Emirates‘ oldest banks, has partnered with the Vienna-headquartered cryptocurrency exchange Bitpanda to expand its… дальше »
2024-8-19 13:48
Dubai court recognizes crypto salaries in landmark ruling
The Dubai Court of First Instance has set a new precedent by recognizing cryptocurrency as a valid form of salary payment under employment contracts. According to a report appearing on Lexology, the Dubai court made the landmark decision in a… дальше »
2024-8-16 15:27
Mantra’s OM token rises 13% in 24 hours to hit all-time high of $1.0924
The native token of DeFi solutions platform Mantra, OM, has emerged as the top gainer among the leading 100 cryptocurrencies, achieving an all-time high of $1. 0924. On Monday, OM was trading at $1. дальше »
2024-6-11 18:52
China, UAE pledge joint crackdown on cryptocurrency crimes
China is teaming up with the UAE on an enhanced initiative to combat crypto cybercrime. The announcement comes as HK data showed a spike in crypto fraud between '22 and '23. дальше »
2024-6-3 18:41
QCP Capital wins Abu Dhabi license, to introduce digital asset activities
Crypto options trading platform QCP Capital has received initial permission to operate in Abu Dhabi дальше »
2024-5-8 20:00
Bitget Research: Middle East traders take over crypto market
Bitget Research provided a report on the adoption of cryptocurrencies in the Middle East region дальше »
2024-4-23 17:44
Crypto mining firm Phoenix Group delays share listing date
Cryptocurrency miner Phoenix Group has delayed its listing on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange. Bitcoin (BTC) mining firm Phoenix Group has moved the date for going public on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX). According to a press release published… дальше »
2023-11-30 12:29
DOJ doc details length of Binance founder Changpeng Zhao’s possible prison sentence
The DOJ urged Judge Richard A. Jones to reconsider Zhao's ability to travel, highlighting the risk of non-extradition from the UAE, a concern that intensifies his flight risk. дальше »
2023-11-27 10:12
Deutsche-backed Taurus targets tokenized real estate market with Dubai office
The digital asset infrastructure provider plans to establish a presence in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and the region’s housing sector as tokenization gains global steam. дальше »
2023-11-17 21:21
Hex Trust bags in full Dubai operating license
Hong Kong-based institutional cryptocurrency asset custodian Hex Trust has been approved to provide virtual asset custodial services to institutional clients and investors in Dubai. The firm, which opened its office in Dubai in June 2022, has been awarded a full… дальше »
2023-11-15 14:53
Dubai regulator approves XRP, TON
The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), the financial regulator of the Dubai International Financial Centre, has approved TON and XRP дальше »
2023-11-3 14:58
Dubai grants full license to crypto custody Komainu
Komainu, a joint venture of Ledger, CoinShares, and Nomura, gains a full operating license from Dubai’s VARA, bolstering Dubai’s ambition to become a crypto hotspot. Crypto custody service Komainu, backed by Nomura, Ledger, and Coinshares, has received final approval from… дальше »
2023-8-22 17:59
Bybit to issue scholarships for top performers at AUS
Bybit has partnered with the American University of Sharjah (AUS) to award scholarships of around $272,000 (AED 1 million) to high-achieving students дальше »
2023-8-22 10:40
OPNX fined $2.7 million in UAE for flouting marketing laws
OPNX has been fined $2.7 million by the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) дальше »
2023-8-17 00:20
Etihad Airways to launch web3 loyalty program with NFTs
Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, is set to launch an exclusive 300-edition expansion to its EY-ZERO1 non-fungible token (NFT) collection on Aug. 1. The new release promises a host of benefits for NFT holders, including… дальше »
2023-8-1 14:48
Binance secures Dubai’s MVP operational license
Binance has received an MVP operational license from Dubai regulators, enabling it to serve institutional and qualified retail investors. Binance FZE, a subsidiary of Binance, has obtained an operational Minimum Viable Product (MVP) license from Dubai’s crypto regulator, the Virtual… дальше »
2023-7-31 12:04
Coinbase-backed Rain secures crypto license in UAE
Rain crypto exchange has secured a regulatory license from United Arab Emirates (UAE) authorities. Rain Exchange, a Bitcoin (BTC) trading venue headquartered in Bahrain, has secured regulatory approval from UAE authorities to operate its digital assets brokerage and custody platform.… дальше »
2023-7-25 15:28
Dubai withdraws crypto exchange’s license for non-compliance
Dubai's digital asset regulator, the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA), has suspended crypto exchange BitOasis from operating in the region. дальше »
2023-7-11 15:35
UAE now accounts for 3.7% of the global bitcoin mining activity
Recent data published by Hashrateindex indicates that the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is carving out market share from the global bitcoin mining sector дальше »
2023-7-7 18:54
OKX executive hints at expanding Dubai team after acquiring MVP license
On June 15, the Seychelles-based crypto exchange OKX entered the Middle East after the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) granted its Minimal Viable Product (MVP) preparatory license. The exchange has also expanded services to Hong Kong, allowing users to… дальше »
2023-6-26 14:15
Binance secures certifications in Europe and other jurisdictions
Binance has received the ISO 27001 and ISO 27701 information security governance and privacy information management certifications in France, the United Arab Emirates, and Bahrain. дальше »
2023-6-6 17:05
Dubai deepens crypto ties with proposed Bitcoin Tower Hotel
Italian developer, Salvatore Leggiero, unveils plans for the Bitcoin Tower, an hotel chain in Dubai that combines blockchain technology, artificial intelligence, and material sustainability. It will offer guests the opportunity to earn interest on their suite rentals. Leggiero envisions a… дальше »
2023-5-27 16:49
Dubai calls for more collaboration between watchdogs to combat scams
Dubai’s Financial Services Authority (FSA) has called for more communication and collaboration between global financial regulators to make it harder for rogue actors to exploit crypto regulatory loopholes across various jurisdictions. дальше »
2023-5-26 12:38
Dubai’s regulator, VARA, clears MaskEX to launch in UAE
Dubai’s Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) has granted initial approval to MaskEX, for the platform's launch in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) дальше »
2023-5-11 18:40
Dubai crypto regulator sends reprimand letter to OPNX founders
Recently uncovered reports indicate that Dubai authorities have reprimanded 3AC co-founders for illegally promoting the OPNX exchange. 3AC founders oversaw the fall of one of the largest crypto hedge funds last year. дальше »
2023-5-2 15:31
Crypto.com secures MVP approval from Dubai regulators
Crypto.com has announced that it has been granted an MVP preparatory license by the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). The permit will lay the foundation for the exchange to extend its operations to the region. Crypto.com, the world’s 18th-largest… дальше »
2023-3-20 22:25
Security laws are not ready for the digital era | Opinion
The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. Key Points The digital age has ushered in an unprecedented era of technological innovation and disruption, but unfortunately,… дальше »
2023-3-17 12:17
India and UAE work towards joint CBDC
In a significant move towards fostering innovation in the financial sector, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) in Abu Dhabi. The MoU aims… дальше »
2023-3-17 15:44
FTX Reaches $45M Deal to Sell Interest in Sequoia to Abu Dhabi's Investment Arm
The agreement requires approval from a Delaware bankruptcy court as failed exchange seeks to raise funds for creditors. дальше »
2023-3-10 12:10
Binance bags custody services license from Abu Dhabi regulators
Binance continues to expand its footprints in the Middle East, with its latest approval from Abu Dhabi to operate custody services in the region. дальше »
2022-11-16 16:35
UAE’s Central Bank Approves cbank Transactions Using Digital Currency
The United Arab Emirates central bank , today, announced the launch of CBDCs. More central banks are looking into CBDCs as UAE's central banks believes they are the way to their economical goals. дальше »