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UAE Central Bank Issues New AML Guidelines for Crypto Sector

The UAE Central Bank has updated its regulations for financial institutions. To follow in order to prevent money laundering and the funding of terrorism in connection with digital currencies and NFTs. New anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism funding criteria for financial institutions are being adopted. This is being done by central

June 1, 2023 1 min read

Central Bank of UAE Expands Collaboration to Strengthen Financial Ties

The United Arab Emirates has set its sights on developing itself as a crypto hub. Recently, the UAE has taken lots of initiatives to establish this goal. Following that, the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has plans to enhance its collaboration with the Hong Kong Monetary Authority

May 30, 2023 1 min read

Ripple’s (XRP) Price is Sailing in the Green?

Ripple (XRP) is gaining a fresh push in the trading price after a two weeks decline. In the last 24 hours, the coin has witnessed a 1.38% surge. This may not seem huge, but the start is bringing positive momentum among XRP holders. As the week began, major cryptos like

May 10, 2023 2 mins read

UAE Gains Credit From Coinbase CEO

United Arab Emirates (UAE) country has again impressed a well-known crypto market person. Coinbase’s CEO, Brian Armstrong, made a positive remark about the nation’s crypto growth potential. Something Big is coming 🚀🚀🚀#Coinbase in Dubai ❤️😀 https://t.co/qtaFWMzgpU — Rohit M (@rohitcryptogeek) May 8, 2023 In his tweet, Brian mentions the UAE

May 8, 2023 1 min read

UAE Introduces New Bill for 100% Tax Exemptions in Free Zone

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is proposing a new bill to create a decentralized economy for its free zones with 100% tax exemptions. This move aimed at attracting foreign investment and boosting economic growth in the region. 🇦🇪 UAE proposes bill to create a decentralized economy for its free zone

April 23, 2023 1 min read

Crypto Exchange Bybit Sets up Its Global Headquarters in Dubai

Crypto exchange Bybit confirmed the opening of its global headquarters in Dubai — the most crypto-friendly hub in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). On Monday, the crypto entity debuted its “new home” after receiving in-principal approval from Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (VARA) last March for operating in this emirate.  Bybit

April 18, 2023 2 mins read

UAE Central Bank Unveils CBDC Strategy Dubbed ‘The Digital Dirham’

On March 23, the UAE’s Central Bank unveiled its Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) strategy, dubbed “The Digital Dirham.” The Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (CBUAE) has partnered with G42 Cloud and R3, respectively, to supply the necessary infrastructure and technology for its digital currency initiative. Moreover, a

March 23, 2023 2 mins read

India and UAE To Test CBDC Interoperability

India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), announced its partnering with the Central Bank of UAE (CBUAE). This collaboration enhances both countries’ Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) transactions of remittances and trade. Both the central banks signed the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Wednesday in Abu Dhabi to

March 17, 2023 1 min read
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