Kraken is preparing to launch in the United Arab Emirates after its parent company, Payward, received Full Market Approval from Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA). VARA’s public register shows that Payward’s licence was issued on October 6, 2026, authorizing it to serve institutional, qualified and retail investors. Payward publicly
On December 1–2, Blockchain Life 2026 will once again bring the global crypto industry together in Dubai: 15,000+ attendees from 130+ countries, 200+ speakers, and 200+ sponsors. 2 months to the biggest crypto event of the year. The countdown has begun. Blockchain Life brings crypto industry leaders from around the
Dubai Duty Free has integrated the payment system through incorporating crypto payments in all of its airport stores and even online. Customers will be allowed to make purchases through Crypto.com Pay if they are eligible to do so. The integrating cryptocurrencies in one of the busiest international airports in the
Dubai, UAE, [06-03-2026] – Over the past decade, Trescon has evolved from a startup founded in Bengaluru to one of the Middle East’s most trusted partners for government-backed business platforms. As it marks its 10-year milestone, the company reflects on a defining partnership with Dubai — and outlines its expansion
Animoca Brands received a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from the Dubai Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA), which marks an important regulatory step that allows the company to offer legal virtual asset brokerage, management, and investment services. Animoca Brands received a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) Licence from Dubai’s
Dubai Insurance Company has rolled out a digital wallet that supports cryptocurrency for insurance premium payments and claims. The digital wallet is based on Zodia Custody, which provides institutional-level security and is compliant with UAE regulations. The development marks the first time that the UAE insurance industry has utilized crypto
Bybit, the Dubai-based crypto exchange by trading volume, has planned to roll out retail banking services on its platform, initiating in February, the company mentioned on January 29. At the time of a live online keynote, Bybit also revealed a product named “My Bank powered by Bybit”. The chief executive
PlanX 2026 will take place on April 27–28, 2026 at the Grand Hyatt Dubai Conference & Exhibition Centre, bringing together more than 3,000 founders, investors, and advisors who want more than a single jurisdiction can provide. As the global landscape evolves, with rising wealth taxes, tighter financial controls, and geopolitical
The regulator of Dubai’s main Financial free zone, Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), has reset its crypto rules. It banned the privacy tokens and tightened stablecoin definitions. All of these rules are applied only inside the Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC). This ban takes effect from January 12 and applies
The 15th edition of the legendary crypto forum confirms its status as the leading global industry event. This event set a new record with 16,730 attendees from 130 countries, making Dubai the epicenter of the crypto world. For this special anniversary, the Forum united industry pioneers, major companies, and innovative
