Rakbank launches crypto platform in UAE as nation accelerates blockchain ambitions Rakbank has officially launched its cryptocurrency investment platform in the United Arab Emirates, deepening its commitment to digital asset innovation. The rollout follows the bank’s strategic partnership last year with... Rita Dfouni — 3 days ago
OKX launches crypto derivatives trading in UAE under VARA’s oversight The OKX crypto exchange, that completed its UAE registration in October 2024, is expanding its range of services in the region. On Monday, July 28, OKX announced the launch of... Radhika Parashar — 4 days ago
From yachts to cappuccinos: crypto payments take hold in the UAE Not a week goes by without an announcement that a new company or organisation in the UAE will now accept crypto as a form of payment. Even as I write... Justin Harper — 1 week ago
Shariah stocks turn UAE markets into the year’s hottest trade The UAE’s local equity markets have delivered standout returns over the past year, cementing the country’s position as one of the world’s best-performing investmentdestinations. Dubai’s equity benchmark, the DFM General... Josh Gilbert — 1 week ago
Summer slowdown? Not in Abu Dhabi’s real estate market Every year, as temperatures rise and schools wind down, the same assumptionstarts doing the rounds: that real estate activity slows to a crawl during the summer.It's a persistent myth, and... Ben Crompton — 1 week ago
UAE retail investors increase exposure to EVs and emerging health tech in Q2 Retail investors in the UAE are demonstrating strong confidence in the long-term growth potential of electric vehicles (EVs) and emerging technologies, according to new Q2 2025 data from trading platform... Stacy Pereira — 3 weeks ago
Emirates & Crypto.com team up to bring token payments to travelers Gulf carrier, Emirates, announced it has signed a preliminary deal with Crypto.com that will allow its customers to make payments through the crypto trading platform's payment service. Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum,... Stacy Pereira — 3 weeks ago
Top 5 tax-free crypto countries to consider in 2025 Looking to live tax-free with crypto in 2025? These five countries including the Cayman Islands, UAE, and Germany continue to offer legal, zero-tax environments for digital assets, making them prime... Nazia Saeed — 3 weeks ago
Aster Clinics introduce Smyl AI – UAE’s first AI dental tool, offering free screenings for all via WhatsApp In a major leap toward accessible and technology-driven oral healthcare,Aster Clinics, a leading integrated healthcare provider under Aster DM Healthcare in the GCC, has officially launched Smyl AI – the... coinheadlines — 3 weeks ago
UAE sees $34B crypto rise on back of pro-crypto policies The United Arab Emirates is cementing its position as the Middle East’s leading crypto powerhouse, recording $34 billion (AED 124B) in digital asset inflows from July 2023 to June 2024,... Nazia Saeed — 3 weeks ago
