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VARA and ADGM policy, exchange licensing, tokenization, and the UAE’s rise as a Web3 hub.

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Convicted Russian crypto scammer and his wife found murdered in the UAE

Convicted Russian crypto scammer and his wife found murdered in the UAE

Russian crypto entrepreneur Roman Novak, convicted of large-scale fraud, was kidnapped and murdered in the UAE along with his wife after a failed ransom attempt.

UAE’s clear regulations have fostered a balanced, diversified crypto ecosystem – Chainalysis

UAE’s clear regulations have fostered a balanced, diversified crypto ecosystem – Chainalysis

With the establishment of Dubai's VARA in 2022, UAE has snagged the global spotlight, attracting crypto businesses and talents.

Tether expands fiat portfolio with new UAE Dirham stablecoin

Tether expands fiat portfolio with new UAE Dirham stablecoin

Tether's move comes as UAE stepped up its regulatory effort for fiat-pegged digital assets.

Gate Ventures partners with Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center for $100 million Web3 fund

Gate Ventures partners with Abu Dhabi Blockchain Center for $100 million Web3 fund

The Falcon Gate fund reflects UAE's ambition to become a top crypto hub.

Dubai approves crypto salaries in landmark court ruling

Dubai approves crypto salaries in landmark court ruling

The decision contrasts sharply with a similar case in 2023, in which the same court dismissed a claim involving EcoWatt tokens.

Ripple and Dubai’s DIFC to catalyze blockchain tech expansion in the region

Ripple and Dubai’s DIFC to catalyze blockchain tech expansion in the region

Ripple is also considering setting up a XRPL Foundation to boost the blockchain network growth.

Dubai Customs turns to blockchain technology for enhanced operations, transparency

Dubai Customs turns to blockchain technology for enhanced operations, transparency

The initiative seeks to bolster collaboration between government entities and the logistics industry.

UAE banks signal digital asset demand with Taurus, Zand collaboration

UAE banks signal digital asset demand with Taurus, Zand collaboration

UAE's first digital bank Zand partners with Swiss firm Taurus to offer crypto services.

Binance enhances SAFU fund stability through USDC amid regulatory progress in Dubai and India

Binance enhances SAFU fund stability through USDC amid regulatory progress in Dubai and India

Binance has prioritized compliance after settling its legal issues with US authorities last year.

Abu Dhabi Global Market partners with Solana Foundation to drive web3 adoption in UAE

Partnerships 2 years ago

UAE’s new anti-money laundering regulations incorporate FATF travel rule

Regulation 2 years ago

Bybit extends proof-of-reserves to include 32 digital assets

Exchanges 2 years ago

Binance reevaluates MENA strategy, retracts Abu Dhabi fund management bid

Regulation 2 years ago