The ADGM’s new regulatory framework is the first of its kind in the world, it says. The free financial zone is already a hub of crypto activity.
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Project mBridge reveals details of its workings ahead of MVP, commercial debut
Project mBridge has put together a slick publication with lots of new information to let the world know what the hottest project in CBDC is.
UAE emirate launches new free zone for digital assets, Web3 and AI
Ras Al Khaimah, known for its rich cultural sites, is turning to the virtual assets sector to diversify its economy away from traditional avenues such as tourism.
Middle East regulatory clarity drives crypto industry growth — Binance FZE head
UAE, Dubai and Bahrain continue to attract major cryptocurrency exchanges and businesses due to their progressive regulatory approaches.
First Abu Dhabi Bank completes cross-border payments testing on JPMorgan Onyx
The FAB pilot follows Bank ABC’s in Bahrain. JPMorgan also just launched its Tokenization Collateral Network on Onyx.
Dirham stablecoin DRAM hits Uniswap, developed by relaunched Distributed Technologies Research
Distributed Technologies Research has launched DRAM, a Dirham-backed stablecoin that aims to tap into the performance of the United Arab Emirates fiat currency.
SBI works with UAE’s TradeFinex to set up joint crypto venture in Japan
SBI Holdings will work with UAE firm TradeFinex on a Japanese joint venture aimed at boosting adoption of its enterprise blockchain platform running on the XDC Network.
Nomura’s Laser Digital receives in-principal approval for operations in Abu Dhabi
The Japanese bank joins a rapidly growing number of digital asset firms operating in Abu Dhabi and the rest of the United Arab Emirates.
mBridge CBDC project preparing for new members, launch of minimum viable product
The project now includes central and commercial banks of China, Hong Kong, Thailand and the UAE. Future new members were not identified.
Saudi Arabia looks to blockchain gaming and Web3 to diversify economy
The kingdom is currently diversifying its economy away from oil and turning to new opportunities, such as gaming and Web3.