USDU becomes the first USD-backed stablecoin registered by the Central Bank of the UAE as a Foreign Payment Token under the Payment Token Services Regulation (“PTSR”).
UAE ADGM to establish framework for crypto mining
The UAE based ADGM Registration Authority (“RA”) has published Discussion Paper No. 1 of 2026, inviting stakeholder feedback on proposed guidance for crypto …
Dubai Insurance launches crypto wallet premium payments, claims settlements
Dubai Insurance has launched a crypto-enabled digital wallet allowing policyholders to pay premiums and receive claims settlements in digital assets through a custody partnership with Zodia Custody.
Dubai Insurance launches crypto wallet premium payments, claims settlements
Dubai Insurance has launched a crypto-enabled digital wallet allowing policyholders to pay premiums and receive claims settlements in digital assets through a custody partnership with Zodia Custody.
Bitcoin for car insurance? Dubai becomes first to accept crypto for insurance premium
Dubai’s DIFC now allows a regulated insurer to accept crypto for policies, a first in the UAE. This move integrates digital assets directly into insurance payments, enabling Bitcoin to cover SUV, …
Dubai Insurance launches crypto wallet for premium payments and claims settlements
Dubai Insurance, a UAE insurance company, has introduced a crypto wallet developed by Zodia Custody to secure transparent receipt of premiums and payment of insurance claims in crypto. This is the …
ADGM to introduce crypto mining framework in the UAE
The UAE based ADGM Registration Authority (“RA”) has published Discussion Paper No. 1 of 2026, inviting stakeholder feedback on proposed guidance for crypto mining activities conducted within or from …
L’iPhone 17 lent et capricieux sur la 5G de Proximus : l’opérateur va déployer une mise à jour sur son réseau
L’iPhone 17 d’Apple perd régulièrement la 5G de Proximus au profit des vitesses d’escargot de l’antique réseau EDGE. Proximus annonce une mise à …
StanChart’s Zodia Custody Partners With Dubai Insurance to Launch Crypto Digital Wallet in UAE
Zodia Custody, the digital asset custody startup founded by Standard Chartered, has partnered with Dubai Insurance to introduce a crypto digital wallet designed for the UAE insurance sector.The wallet …
What ADNOC & McDermott’s UAE Expansion Says About the Sector
McDermott’s billion-dollar contract for ADNOC’s Nasr-115 offshore expansion will see the UAE’s oil supplies boom, but what does it say about oil generally?
UAE ranks 9th in Global AI for Finance Competitiveness Index
Hong Kong: The UAE has been ranked 9th in the Global AI for Finance Competitiveness Index (GAICI), which was released today by Deep Knowledge Group with the Hong Kong Financial Services Development …
Dubai announces world’s first gold street
Dubai plans stunning Gold Street, combining luxury, jewelry trade, and tourism to attract global visitors and investors …
Robots to build momes next? Dubai launches world’s-first villa challenge
The project will be delivered through a local and international consortium and comprising more than 25 advanced technology companies …
Dubai real estate portal Property Finder raises $170M in new financing
The portal that has now raised nearly $1 billion in equity and debt financing from a host of blue-chip backers, including Mubadala, Blackstone, and HSBC.
Emirates Environmental Group explores challenges of energy storage, green hydrogen
DUBAI, 28th January, 2026 (WAM) — Emirates Environmental Group (EEG) hosted its first panel discussion of 2026 in Dubai, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, researchers and youth to …
ABU DHABI CUSTOMS PARTNERS WITH CRIMSONLOGIC TO DEVELOP AN AI-ENABLED INTEGRATED CUSTOMS OPERATIONS SYSTEM
Abu Dhabi Customs (ADC) today announced a strategic partnership with CrimsonLogic, a wholly-owned subsidiary of PSA International, to develop the Integrated Customs Operations System (ICOS), an …
Dubai Customs and Kuwait strengthen ties in high-level meeting
Dubai – His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, received His Excellency Khaled Abdulrahim Al-Zaabi, Consul General of the State of Kuwait in Dubai and the Northern …