MENA News
Discover the latest blockchain and crypto news from the MENA region, including updates from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Qatar, and Oman, covering trends, regulations, and developments shaping the industry
AIBC Eurasia is kicking off 2026 with its sixth edition, returning to Dubai from 9–11 February at the Dubai Festival City – Festival Arena. The two-day summit features a dynamic conference and expo, showcasing cutting-edge technology, blockchain, digital assets, and fintech innovation. Designed for first-time visitors and seasoned delegates alike, AIBC Eurasia connects senior decision-makers, investors, innovators, and regulators across Europe, Central Asia, and the Middle East. The event combines…
Read More »Deus X Pay, a licensed provider of stablecoin transaction solutions, has partnered with IBC Aviation, a leading provider of private jet charter services, aircraft management, and acquisition consulting, to integrate cryptocurrency payments into its aviation services. Through this collaboration, IBC Aviation clients can now use digital assets, including Bitcoin (BTC), Ether (ETH), Tether (USDT), and USD Coin (USDC), to pay for flights and related services. With this integration, high-net-worth and…
Read More »Universal Digital Intl Limited (“Universal”), regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), has become the first Foreign Payment Token Issuer registered by the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE). Alongside this milestone, the firm announced the launch of USDU, the first USD-backed stablecoin registered as a Foreign Payment Token under the UAE’s Payment Token Services Regulation (PTSR). The development marks a major step…
Read More »GCEX Group, a leading regulated digital prime broker, has appointed Carmen Tan to lead its MENA operations. Based in Dubai, Tan will focus on driving growth opportunities for the VARA-regulated entity while delivering high-quality service to institutional clients across the region. Her remit also includes supporting market expansion in Asia, leveraging her fluency in Mandarin and Cantonese. Experienced Growth Strategist Joins GCEX Carmen Tan brings extensive experience in crypto and…
Read More »Dubai Insurance has announced the launch of the first digital wallet for crypto assets in the UAE insurance sector, developed in partnership with Zodia Custody, marking a significant milestone in the industry’s digital transformation. The initiative enables the secure and transparent receipt of insurance premiums and payment of claims in digital assets, positioning Dubai Insurance at the forefront of next-generation insurance services as digital assets increasingly enter mainstream financial use.…
Read More »Nearly $500 billion in addressable value could be unlocked across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) by 2030 through real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, according to a new analysis by global management consulting firm Kearney, in collaboration with Ctrl Alt, a leading provider of end-to-end tokenization solutions for financial institutions and governments. The report highlights that tokenization is rapidly moving from concept to execution, with the on-chain RWA market (excluding stablecoins) expanding…
Read More »Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) has published Discussion Paper No. 1 of 2026, outlining proposed guidance for crypto mining activities conducted within or from ADGM, and inviting industry stakeholders to submit feedback. Issued by the ADGM Registration Authority (RA), the proposals aim to introduce regulatory clarity for crypto mining operations while supporting responsible innovation, governance, and risk-based supervision across the sector. Proposed ADGM Crypto Mining Regulatory Framework According to the…
Read More »As the global crypto market enters a more mature phase, a quiet transformation is underway. What was once driven by speculative trading and rapid experimentation is increasingly being shaped by institutional participation, regulatory clarity, and real-world financial integration. At the center of this shift is a growing focus on infrastructure, the systems, liquidity, compliance frameworks, and technical rails that allow digital assets to operate at scale. Binance, long known as…
Read More »Copper Securities (ME) Limited (CSL), part of the global Copper Group, has recently announced plans to significantly expand its virtual asset custody, settlement, and collateral management services in Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), constituting an important advancement in the company’s global roadmap. The development, currently awaiting approval from the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA), positions CSL to become a central hub for institutional digital asset infrastructure across the Middle East.…
Read More »Stake RWA FZE has received In-Principle Approval (IPA) from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) to operate as a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP), marking a key regulatory milestone for tokenized real estate platforms in the UAE. The approval allows Stake RWA to move forward with plans to offer regulated virtual asset broker-dealer services in Dubai, with a strategic focus on tokenized real estate investment opportunities. The platform aims to…
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