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Official TRUMP memecoin drops 10% as tariffs raise economic risk indicators

Trump's Solana-based memecoin tumbles as new tariffs shake crypto markets.

9 months ago

Crypto

UAE plans to launch digital dirham this year to boost financial inclusion and fight crime

UAE's financial innovation leaps forward as the digital Dirham prepares to support smart contracts and tokenization.

10 months ago

Regulation

Dubai offers tokenization sandbox to boost digital finance leadership

Dubai's tokenization sandbox supports firms in delivering innovative investment solutions with regulatory oversight.

10 months ago

People

Telegram defends record on crime as CEO returns to Dubai after arrest

Durov pledges community resilience while addressing platform's crime prevention challenges.

10 months ago

Crypto

Ripple’s becomes first blockchain to acquire Dubai regulatory approval for cross-border payment

Ripple gains strategic foothold in the UAE, enhancing its global regulatory reach with over 60 international licenses.

10 months ago

CBDCs

Israel joins global CBDC discussions with digital shekel proposal

The Bank of Israel is exploring a multipurpose digital shekel amid ongoing public consultations and technical trials.

10 months ago

Adoption

Crypto becomes lifeline for Iran and Russia amid Western sanctions – Chainalysis

Sanctioned states like Iran and Russia increasingly turn to digital assets as geopolitical tensions escalate and financial restrictions tighten.

11 months ago

Adoption

Abu Dhabi invests $437M in Bitcoin ETFs, Wisconsin doubles its holdings

Abu Dhabi added IBIT shares to its $302 billion in assets under management, while SWIB surpassed $320M in BTC exposure.

11 months ago

Exchanges

HashKey expands global footprint with Dubai virtual asset license approval

HashKey's approval from Dubai authorities marks its latest achievement in becoming a global digital asset leader.

12 months ago

Adoption

Jordan turns to blockchain tech for enhancing government operations

New policy aims to boost transparency, improve services, and build skilled workforce in blockchain sector.

1 year ago

Crypto

Syrian research explores Bitcoin legislation to stabilize currency amid challenges

The SCER proposes Bitcoin integration to combat economic struggles and enhance currency stability in Syria, despite sanctions and limited crypto adoption.

1 year ago

Adoption

Coinbase taps Chainlink to boost institutional crypto adoption in Abu Dhabi

Chainlink's Cross-Chain Protocol offers secure and compliant solutions for Project Diamond's institutional user base.

1 year ago

Middle East

Official TRUMP memecoin drops 10% as tariffs raise economic risk indicators

UAE plans to launch digital dirham this year to boost financial inclusion and fight crime

Dubai offers tokenization sandbox to boost digital finance leadership

Telegram defends record on crime as CEO returns to Dubai after arrest

Ripple’s becomes first blockchain to acquire Dubai regulatory approval for cross-border payment

Israel joins global CBDC discussions with digital shekel proposal

Crypto becomes lifeline for Iran and Russia amid Western sanctions – Chainalysis

Abu Dhabi invests $437M in Bitcoin ETFs, Wisconsin doubles its holdings

HashKey expands global footprint with Dubai virtual asset license approval

Jordan turns to blockchain tech for enhancing government operations

Syrian research explores Bitcoin legislation to stabilize currency amid challenges

Coinbase taps Chainlink to boost institutional crypto adoption in Abu Dhabi

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MetaMask blocks Ethereum transactions in several jurisdictions citing compliance issues

Ethereum blasted as “trojan horse for tyranny” following MetaMask scandal

Floyd Mayweather to fight Don Moore in the world’s first-ever NFT sports event in Dubai

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Official TRUMP memecoin drops 10% as tariffs raise economic risk indicators

UAE plans to launch digital dirham this year to boost financial inclusion and fight crime

Dubai offers tokenization sandbox to boost digital finance leadership

Telegram defends record on crime as CEO returns to Dubai after arrest

Ripple’s becomes first blockchain to acquire Dubai regulatory approval for cross-border payment

Israel joins global CBDC discussions with digital shekel proposal

Crypto becomes lifeline for Iran and Russia amid Western sanctions – Chainalysis

Abu Dhabi invests $437M in Bitcoin ETFs, Wisconsin doubles its holdings

HashKey expands global footprint with Dubai virtual asset license approval

Jordan turns to blockchain tech for enhancing government operations

Syrian research explores Bitcoin legislation to stabilize currency amid challenges

Coinbase taps Chainlink to boost institutional crypto adoption in Abu Dhabi

MetaMask blocks Ethereum transactions in several jurisdictions citing compliance issues

Ethereum blasted as “trojan horse for tyranny” following MetaMask scandal

Floyd Mayweather to fight Don Moore in the world’s first-ever NFT sports event in Dubai

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