ADREC partners with tech firms in landmark blockchain deal to boost transparency, and efficiency in Abu Dhabi real estate
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Dubai to tokenise gold and diamonds under DMCC–VARA partnership
Dubai launches pilot projects to tokenise gold and diamonds under a new DMCC–VARA partnership, advancing the city’s blockchain-driven future
Blockchain
Dubai real estate tokenization: Here’s why young investors are eyeing fractional property ownership, according to experts
Dubai’s real estate tokenization is lowering investment barriers, making luxury properties accessible to younger investors with smaller budgets, experts told Arabian Business
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From AI to blockchain: Abu Dhabi’s Gewan Holding teams with IOPn to build the UAE’s digital future
Abu Dhabi’s Gewan Holding has partnered with IOPn to combine AI, blockchain and digital identity in a bold push to shape the UAE’s digital future
Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange
Abu Dhabi’s ADX lists first blockchain bond in MENA region
The bond listing represents a collaboration between ADX, HSBC, and FAB, combining regional financial leadership with global expertise in digital issuance
Blockchain
DeFi user base hits record 27.3 million unique wallets amid mainstream adoption surge
The rise follows a volatile but ultimately upward trend in monthly active users over recent years
Abu Dhabi
UAE petrol prices to change; Dubai real estate hotspots; Millionaire investment tips; Leave guide and 2026 holiday dates – 10 things you missed this week
From UAE petrol prices and Saudi credit card reforms to real estate trends, remote work policies, and Ramadan 2026 dates — here are the top developments shaping life, business, and investment in the Gulf this week
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Dubai real estate: How to buy property for $545 – tokenization explained
Here is a full guide to understanding what Dubai real estate tokenization is all about
Bitget
Bitget launches BGUSD to bridge traditional finance and crypto
BGUSD is redeemable for USDC at a 1:1 ratio and can be subscribed using USDC or USDT
Bitcoin
UAE, regional firms switch to blockchain-based cross-border payments as global trade tensions mount
Regulatory initiatives such as the UAE Central Bank’s move to give legal clarity to payment token issuers through its Payment Token Services Regulation are accelerating the shift
Blockchain
Dubai real estate: MAG, MultiBank and Mavryk team up to tokenise $3bn of luxury property
Blockchain innovators and Dubai real estate developer sign $3bn property investment tokenisation deal
ADQ
UAE to launch Dirham-backed stablecoin
Dirham-backed stablecoin launched in the UAE will enable simple digital payments
Bitcoin
Crypto market: Retail participation in the sector predicted to see a major boost in Bitcoin as a result of Trump’s IRS overturned
Bitcoin prices shot up in early trading hours on Monday, April 28, to cross the $94,000 mark, touching $94,083 briefly, gaining close to 8% in 7 days
Blockchain
RockawayX launches UAE HQ, unveils Solana City to position Dubai as global blockchain hub
RockawayX’s arrival in Dubai aligns with the UAE’s national priorities: blockchain, artificial intelligence, and sustainability
Artificial intelligence
Google-backed AI firm NeurochainAI teams up with W Chain for smart payment solutions
W Chain and NeurochainAI will combine forces to offer smart global payment tools, with real-time fee adjustment and fraud detection features
alternative assets
New Zealand’s Evolution Stables teams up with Tokinvest for tokenised racehorse leases ahead of Dubai World Cup
Digital syndication enables racehorse owners to lease out stakes while retaining full control and ownership
Blockchain
Dubai real estate: DLD launches new property tokenisation project in Middle East’s first
DLD forecasts that the real estate tokenisation sector will reach AED60 billion by 2033, representing 7 percent of Dubai’s total real estate transactions
