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UAE Inches Closer to Digital Dirham Launch with New CBDC Strategy
The central bank aims to complete the first phase of the CBDC strategy by mid-2024.
It will include the launch of multiple proofs of concept.
Friday, 24/03/2023 | 08:50 GMT
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Arnab Shome
CryptoCurrency
UAE's Emirate to Launch 'Oasis' for Crypto Companies
Ras Al Khaimah joins Abu Dhabi and Dubai, announcing its crypto market trading zone.
The Oasis will start accepting the first applications in Q2 2023.
Tuesday, 28/02/2023 | 10:12 GMT
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Damian Chmiel
CryptoCurrency
UAE’s Central Bank to Issue CBDC under New FIT Programme
UAE disclosed its 2023-2026 CBDC roadmap in 2021.
The FIT programme boasts of eight other initiatives.
Monday, 13/02/2023 | 13:50 GMT
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Solomon Oladipupo
Executives
Century Financial Promotes Mahmoud Elaref to VP Private Wealth
Elaref brings about 16 years of financial industry experience to the role.
He was previously a Relationship Manager at Hantec Markets.
Monday, 19/12/2022 | 15:45 GMT
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Solomon Oladipupo
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Thought Leaders
MultiBank Group Announces Two Additional Licenses in UAE and Singapore
The new licenses help consolidate MultiBank's position as one of the most trusted brokers.
Wednesday, 19/10/2022 | 14:56 GMT
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Oracle to Pay $23M to Settle Bribery Charges against Asian Subsidiaries
The US SEC fingered Oracle's subsidiaries in Turkey, UAE and India in its investigation.
The regulator penalized Oracle $2 million in 2012 for the same offence.
Tuesday, 27/09/2022 | 18:24 GMT
by
Solomon Oladipupo
Retail FX
eToro Recieves In-Principal Approval from Abu Dhabi
A full licence will enable eToro to operate as a securities, derivatives and crypto broker in the UAE capital.
Tuesday, 20/09/2022 | 15:07 GMT
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Finance Magnates Staff
CryptoCurrency
UAE’s Free Zone Regulator Outlines Its Five ‘Guiding Principles’
The regulator outlined the principles in an undated post on its website.
The principles seek local, regional and international relevance.
Tuesday, 13/09/2022 | 17:13 GMT
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Solomon Oladipupo
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UAE’s Free Zone Regulator FSRA Fines Wise $360k for Gaps in AML System
No actual instance of money laundering was found.
FSRA said Wise has taken 'substantial steps' to cover identified gaps.
Tuesday, 30/08/2022 | 14:37 GMT
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Solomon Oladipupo
Executive Moves
Asif Razzaq Joins Dubai’s MidChains as Head of Trading
Razzaq is a former forex executive at Noor Bank.
The executive's career spans over almost two decades.
Wednesday, 10/08/2022 | 13:47 GMT
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Solomon Oladipupo
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Why Crypto Miners Flock to Dubai Despite the Hot Weather
Dubai has quickly established itself as a digital hub
Conditions can be challenging with daily temperatures rising to 42°C in the summer.
Wednesday, 10/08/2022 | 10:40 GMT
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Ilman Shazhaev
FinTech
UAE: DFSA Switches ITL Application from Cohort to Open Window Format
DFSA started accepting applications on Friday.
Since its launch in 2017, ITL has accepted 67 companies.
Friday, 15/07/2022 | 17:31 GMT
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Solomon Oladipupo
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Rapyd Enhances International Presence, Opens Dubai Office
The fintech company called the recent development a ‘major milestone’.
Rapyd has been registered at Dubai International Financial Center.
Thursday, 09/06/2022 | 11:59 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
Retail FX
United Arab Emirates: Why are Retail Brokers Flocking to the UAE?
The local market is attracting brokers from around the world.
An in-depth look at the UAE Forex and CFD scene
Tuesday, 10/05/2022 | 13:52 GMT
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Damian Chmiel
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ADCB Becomes a Part of UAE Trade Connect Fintech Consortium
UAE Trade Connect recently announced ADCB's joining.
The adoption of fintech and blockchain has increased in UAE.
Saturday, 23/04/2022 | 10:16 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
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Tarabut Gateway Receives License from DFSA
The company has received the license to provide money services in and from DIFC.
Tarabut Gateway aims to cement its place in the UAE.
Friday, 22/04/2022 | 12:16 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
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Brokers
Equiti Gains OTC Category One License from UAE’s SCA
It has become one of the first brokers to gain this license.
It will bolster the broker’s offering in the region.
Wednesday, 13/04/2022 | 11:07 GMT
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Arnab Shome
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Mashreq Bank Introduces NEOPAY
The service will provide issuer processing and acquiring processing services to financial firms.
NEOPAY will leverage the latest technology and innovation.
Tuesday, 29/03/2022 | 05:48 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
CryptoCurrency
Russians Liquidated Their Bitcoins to Purchase Real Estate in Dubai
Spikes in Dubai's real estate transactions as Russians seek safe-haven.
Over $1 billion has been transferred out of Coinbase in the past 48 hours.
Sunday, 13/03/2022 | 11:19 GMT
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Matti Williamson
CryptoCurrency
UAE Plans to Issue National Crypto Licenses to Virtual Assets Service Providers
The UAE is preparing to make the region become a global crypto hub
Issuance of the licenses is the first aspect of nationwide crypto-focused regulation.
Thursday, 17/02/2022 | 16:00 GMT
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Nicholas Otieno
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Pyypl Secures $11 Million in Series A Funding
The blockchain-based financial services provider aims to expand into Africa.
The company is headquartered in the United Arab Emirates.
Friday, 11/02/2022 | 11:59 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
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Dubai World Trade Centre Authority and SCA Agree to Support Crypto Trading
The authorities have signed an agreement to support crypto trading within DWTCA’s free zone.
Thursday, 23/09/2021 | 12:01 GMT
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Bilal Jafar
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UAE Central Bank Sets Roadmap for CBDC Launch
The central bank prioritizes CBDC for its 2023-2026 roadmap.
Tuesday, 13/07/2021 | 07:43 GMT
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Arnab Shome
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Analysis: First Month of Q2 of 2021 Brought a Decline in Key Forex Metrics
Forex traders are still looking for more investment opportunities.
Tuesday, 22/06/2021 | 17:26 GMT
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Sylwester Majewski
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XTB Aims to Start UAE Operation by the First Half of 2021
The broker is still in the process of obtaining a DFSA license.
Monday, 26/04/2021 | 12:02 GMT
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