Tagged: uae

June 11, 2026 @ 1:25 am By Omar Faridi  |  

The Mohammed Bin Rashid Innovation Fund (MBRIF) has formed a strategic alliance with Numou, a specialized subsidiary of the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This collab now aims to enhance financing opportunities for forward-thinking businesses, helping them scale operations and contribute more effectively to the… Read More

June 3, 2026 @ 4:11 pm By JD Alois  |  

Stablecoin issuer Tether will offer a gold-backed card in partnership with Fasset, according to a block post. The company claims this is a “world’s first” gold-backed neobank card. Fasset, based in Dubai, is regulated by the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority and holds both a VASP… Read More

May 28, 2026 @ 5:47 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Investment platform Kraken has rolled out significant enhancements to its platform, focusing on user-friendly earning opportunities and strategic international expansion. These developments underscore the exchange’s commitment to accessibility, security, and compliance in the evolving digital assets landscape. On May 21, 2026, Kraken introduced AVAX staking… Read More

May 25, 2026 @ 11:15 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Despite the ongoing regional tensions and uncertainty in the global market, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) drew strong investor demand in its latest local-currency bond sale. In a statement, the UAE’s Ministry of Finance said it raised 1.1 billion dirhams, or about $300 million, through… Read More

May 11, 2026 @ 12:27 am By Omar Faridi  |  

BNY (NYSE: BK) has joined forces with Finstreet Limited and the ADI Foundation in a partnership designed to introduce regulated, high-capacity, institutional-quality digital asset custody services rooted in the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). The initiative combines BNY’s established strengths in asset safeguarding with the… Read More

May 3, 2026 @ 6:16 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Fintech firm Ripple, a key player in blockchain-enabled solutions for finance, has announced a major step forward in its regional strategy with the launch of a new headquarters for the MEA in Dubai’s International Financial Centre (DIFC). This development underscores the company’s dedication to supporting… Read More

April 19, 2026 @ 2:08 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tabby, a fintech company currently operating in the Middle East, has obtained a Stored Value Facilities (SVF) license from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates. This regulatory approval, announced in mid-April 2026, represents a significant advancement for the firm as it broadens its… Read More

April 10, 2026 @ 12:56 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Ruben Bombardi, the VARA General Counsel and Head of Regulatory Enablement, noted that the Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) published its Guidance on the Virtual Asset Issuance Rulebook, setting out in practical terms how virtual assets are “created, disclosed, and brought to market” in Dubai…. Read More

February 16, 2026 @ 1:17 am By Omar Faridi  |  

LuLu Financial Holdings has joined forces with Bitpanda Technology Solutions to introduce digital asset trading to its customer network. This alliance aims to seamlessly blend crypto options into traditional financial tools, catering to a growing demand for diversified investment opportunities in emerging markets. The partnership… Read More

February 15, 2026 @ 8:15 am By Michael Wong  |  

The central banks of the United Arab Emirates and Hong Kong agreed to deepen cooperation on cross-border debt market links, digital assets and stablecoin regulation. The move comes as the UAE central bank formally joined Hong Kong’s Central Moneymarkets Unit (CMU). The two sides said… Read More

February 9, 2026 @ 12:57 pm By Michael Wong  |  

Omnispay, a UAE-based fintech focused on payments and cash-flow tools for small and medium-sized enterprises, has raised $2 million in a Pre-Series A round led by Infinity Value Capital Group, the company said. The fresh capital will fund product development and expansion as omnispay shifts… Read More

January 28, 2026 @ 11:31 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Wio Bank, a digital banking platform based in the UAE, has entered into a strategic alliance with Pine Labs, an international fintech company specializing in payment solutions. This collaboration aims to overhaul merchant acquiring systems by introducing cloud-based technology that eliminates outdated dependencies. Announced recently… Read More

January 24, 2026 @ 2:37 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

The MENA venture capital ecosystem has experienced considerable activity as of late, as highlighted in a recent analysis by CB Insights. This in-depth study ranks the top 50 investors in the region, shedding light on their strategies, performance, and impact on emerging startups. By examining… Read More

January 12, 2026 @ 2:02 pm By JD Alois  |  

The Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA) has launched a new crypto regulatory framework. According to a statement distributed by the DFSA, they have monitored market developments over the past three years, while working with policy counterparts and industry insiders to ensure the new rules are… Read More

January 12, 2026 @ 1:42 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), the international financial centre in the UAE capital, has taken another significant step forward in supporting its real estate sector. Through its Registration Authority (RA), ADGM recently announced a new integrated suite of real estate services, building upon the comprehensive… Read More

January 5, 2026 @ 8:45 am By Michael Wong  |  

The United Arab Emirates has issued two federal decree laws revamping the governance of its capital markets, strengthening the independence and powers of the country’s securities regulator as the Gulf state seeks to bolster investor confidence and align its financial framework with global standards. The… Read More

December 27, 2025 @ 5:15 am By Michael Wong  |  

The United Arab Emirates has issued a federal decree-law aimed at tightening online protections for children, setting out new duties for internet service providers, digital platforms and caregivers as the Gulf state prepares to designate 2026 as the “Year of the Family”. The decree-law creates… Read More

December 11, 2025 @ 9:22 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Alpha Dhabi Holding PJSC, which claims to be one of the fastest-growing investment holding companies in the MENA region, listed on the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange (ADX: AlphaDhabi), and Mubadala Investment Company PJSC, an Abu Dhabi sovereign investor, have recently announced that their joint venture… Read More

December 9, 2025 @ 3:15 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Tether, which claims to be one of the largest companies in the digital assets industry, has announced recently that USD₮ issued on a number of major blockchains has been formally recognised as an Accepted Fiat-Referenced Token (AFRT) within ADGM. The recognition allows Authorised Persons licensed… Read More

December 9, 2025 @ 12:21 pm By Omar Faridi  |  

Binance, which claims to be the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume and users, announced a regulatory update: The Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM, the international financial centre of Abu Dhabi, the Capital of the UAE, has approved the authorisation of Binance’s… Read More