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Discover the top blockchain and crypto leaders in MENA and globally. Learn about the people driving innovation, shaping policies, and building the future of digital assets, decentralized finance, and blockchain technology.
Crypto Growth in MENA: Saudi Arabia and UAE Lead the Charge, Stablecoins Dominate
25 September 2024
Crypto Growth in MENA: Saudi Arabia and UAE Lead the Charge, Stablecoins Dominate
The cryptocurrency market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region has continued its robust growth, with Saudi Arabia…
The Future of Digital Identity: 500M Users to Embrace Digital Identity Wallets by 2026
24 September 2024
The Future of Digital Identity: 500M Users to Embrace Digital Identity Wallets by 2026
Gartner, Inc. forecasts a significant shift in identity verification practices, predicting that by 2026, over 500 million smartphone users will…
Enforcing Digital Asset Regulations: Insights from Our Interview with Vara’s Nicholas McNicholas
24 September 2024
Enforcing Digital Asset Regulations: Insights from Our Interview with Vara’s Nicholas McNicholas
Dubai continues to solidify its status as a global leader in the digital asset space. The Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority…
AI-Powered DApps Surge 372% in Q3 2024, Overtaking Gaming with 28% Market Share
24 September 2024
AI-Powered DApps Surge 372% in Q3 2024, Overtaking Gaming with 28% Market Share
The influence of artificial intelligence (AI) continues to permeate various sectors, and the decentralized application (dApp) industry is no exception.…
Crypto Wallets to Become Obsolete, Transforming into Digital Life Hubs
23 September 2024
Crypto Wallets to Become Obsolete, Transforming into Digital Life Hubs
The term “crypto wallet” may soon become obsolete, evolving into a comprehensive “life hub” that goes beyond merely storing cryptocurrency.…
UAE Surges Ahead: A Comparative Look at the IMF’s CBDC Adoption Framework
22 September 2024
UAE Surges Ahead: A Comparative Look at the IMF’s CBDC Adoption Framework
On September 20, 2024, the International Monetary Fund (IMF) released a pivotal report on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) adoption,…
BingX: The Third Major Asian Crypto Exchange Hacked, Raising Concerns Over Regulatory Gaps
21 September 2024
BingX: The Third Major Asian Crypto Exchange Hacked, Raising Concerns Over Regulatory Gaps
On September 20, 2024, the BingX cryptocurrency exchange, based in Singapore, became the third major Asian exchange this year to…
India’s Progress in Tackling Illicit Finance Recognized, But Virtual Asset Challenges Remain
21 September 2024
India’s Progress in Tackling Illicit Finance Recognized, But Virtual Asset Challenges Remain
India has made significant strides in combating money laundering and terrorist financing, according to a joint assessment by the Financial…
Why the Middle Class is More Excited About Crypto and How Trump is Tapping into Their Hopes
20 September 2024
Why the Middle Class is More Excited About Crypto and How Trump is Tapping into Their Hopes
The rise of cryptocurrency has often been portrayed as the domain of risk-takers, tech enthusiasts, and young investors hoping to…
Terraform Labs to Wind Down Operations After Court Approval in $40 Billion Collapse Case
20 September 2024
Terraform Labs to Wind Down Operations After Court Approval in $40 Billion Collapse Case
Terraform Labs has received court approval to wind down its operations as part of a bankruptcy settlement tied to the…
