Crypto transactions in the Middle East now exceed $500bn annually, with tokenised real-world assets set to add $600bn by 2030
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Ruya launches world’s first Shari’ah-compliant Bitcoin trading service for Islamic banking customers
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Abu Dhabi Airports explores crypto-linked payments and digital wallets in fintech partnership
Abu Dhabi Airports partners with Al Hail Holding to pilot digital wallets and explore crypto-linked payment solutions under UAE economy goals
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Dubai crypto watchdog fines 19 unlicensed firms up to $163,000
Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority fined 19 firms up to $163,000 for unlicensed operations and marketing rule breaches
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Abu Dhabi bans crypto mining on farms with fines up to $27,225
ADAFSA has banned cryptocurrency mining on Abu Dhabi farms, imposing fines up to AED100,000 ($27,225), equipment confiscation and suspension of farm services
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UAE announces new tax reporting rules for crypto assets
UAE signs global agreement on crypto tax reporting. Public consultation open on CARF rules ahead of 2027 rollout
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Ras Al Khaimah real estate: RAK Properties now accepts crypto payments via Hubpay
RAK Properties partners with Hubpay to let global buyers purchase Ras Al Khaimah real estate using crypto
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Emirates to integrate crypto payments in 2026
New deal aims to enable Crypto.com Pay on Emirates’ platforms as Dubai accelerates push to become global digital finance hub
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UAE sees $34bn crypto surge as Middle East becomes digital asset hub; experts forecast market
The UAE saw crypto inflows of $34bn last year amid rising investment demand, says blockchain specialist Mining Grid
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Bitcoin.com opens Dubai base at DMCC
Bitcoin.com establishes Dubai base at DMCC as UAE cements role as cryptocurrency and blockchain hub
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Air Arabia now accepting cryptocurrency payments for flights
Air Arabia passengers can book international flights using AE Coin cryptocurrency
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The pros and cons of buying Dubai real estate with cryptocurrency
Crypto Dubai real estate sales are a reality, not a future trend. Find out the risks and rewards…
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Dubai to allow crypto payments for government services
Dubai government partners with Crypto.com to allow cryptocurrency payments in the city
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Dubai real estate developer and crypto firm team up for blockchain investment portal
Dubai real estate investors will be able to buy tokenised property assets with cryptocurrency
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UAE to be launch pad for global initiative to tackle massive crypto theft
Serenity looks to tap into $40bn market with biometric access card for digital currency storage and transactions
