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UAE's Fintech Market Rises 92% amidst Global Funding Slowdown
2024-01-10T12:23:53.995+02:00
Fintech investments globally drop to $51.2 billion in 2023.
The Middle East and Asia buck this trend, maintaining positive dynamics.
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Changer.ae Enters the Market with Regulated Crypto Custody Platform
2023-12-19T12:20:03.490+02:00
The firm operates under the regulatory framework established by the FSRA of ADGM.
It aims to enable users to convert virtual assets into fiat currencies and hold them in escrow.
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Tawasal, Noor Capital Partner for Middle East Online Trading Services
2023-12-18T11:15:54.054+02:00
The SuperApp unifies local stock markets in one service, eliminating the need to use multiple apps.
Noor Capital expanded this year, acquiring one of the UK's prime brokers.
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XTB Expands in UAE: Fractional Share Trading Now Available
2023-12-12T10:15:31.485+02:00
XTB introduces fractional shares in the UAE following the success of this offering in other parts of the world.
The broker first presented trading in fractional shares in April.
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Denmark Pursues Extradited British Trader in £1.46B Tax Scandal
2023-12-06T18:56:28.461+02:00
Danish authorities accuse Shah of negatively impacting its financial landscape.
Shah allegedly orchestrated a fraudulent scheme through share trading.
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Abu Dhabi Embraces M2's Arrival: Crypto Trading and Custodial Services Unveiled
2023-11-28T12:39:39.132+02:00
UAE clients can register on the platform within two weeks.
It has launched an Earn product, providing yields of up to 10.5% on Bitcoin and Ethereum.
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Strategy, Decentralization, and Tech Diplomacy: UAE's Forward-Thinking Crypto Regulation
2023-11-16T17:49:37.604+02:00
How United Arab Emirates' crypto strategy aligns national actions with global interests.
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UAE Shows Red Flags to Illicit Virtual Asset Service Providers
2023-11-08T14:18:53.733+02:00
The new guidance mandates that LFIs, DNFBPs, and licensed VASPs must report suspicious transactions.
The UAE landed on the FATF's grey list in March 2022.
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UAE's Crypto Landscape Thrives as 59% Embrace Long-Term View: KuCoin Survey
2023-10-31T15:27:57.839+02:00
Dubai's crypto sector is booming, with diverse motivations driving adoption.
Challenges include market volatility, trust, and the need for education.
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UAE’s Daman Securities Taps Advanced Markets to Launch New FX/CFDs Broker
2023-09-26T09:49:27.514+02:00
The broker tapped the services of Advanced Markets, a prime of prime broker.
It will offer major and exotic currency pairs, commodities, indices, metals, and more.
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News Nuggets | 6 September: Zodia Expands into Abu Dhabi; Belgium FSA Issues New Warnings
2023-09-06T13:03:11.136+02:00
Also, Strise secured $10.8 million in funding; Finalto Asia announced its new Head of Sales.
Read today's FX/CFDs, crypto and fintech sectors' dynamic news.
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Why the Middle East Could Be Crypto's Next Goldmine
2023-08-28T13:45:27.683+02:00
Binance and others shift focus to UAE amid regulatory challenges in the US.
The region is positioning itself as a global cryptocurrency hub.
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From Digital Coins to Digital Minds: UAE Wants to Become Global AI Hub
2023-08-28T10:01:32.904+02:00
UAE's AI, Digital Economy, and Remote Work Applications Office partners with Mastercard
The collaboration aims to combat financial crime and foster digital security.
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FxPro Relocates to Dubai in MENA Market Dash
2023-08-24T20:26:40.180+02:00
Recently, Moneta Markets and Plus500 got licensed in Dubai.
Zenfinix, TrioMarkets and Scope Markets have also strengthened their MENA teams.
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Dubai’s VARA Unleashes Crypto Staking through Custody Services
2023-08-24T10:20:52.397+02:00
VARA has updated its rulebook, allowing staking from custody services in Dubai.
The step boosts the Emirate's attractiveness as a new global crypto hub.
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Laser Digital Joins ATFX and CMC Markets in Dubai Crypto Push, Gains VASP License
2023-08-01T10:56:42.382+02:00
Nomura's Laser Digital is another company that joins Dubai's crypto landscape.
The firm is set to launch its Trading and AM businesses in the next few months.
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Binance Secures Operational License in Dubai despite Global Woes
2023-07-31T09:11:12.758+02:00
Binance FZE has gained an operational license from Dubai's VARA.
The new license allows the company to offer exchange and broker-dealer services.
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After 5 Years of Effort Rain Joins Growing Crypto Market in the Middle East
2023-07-26T10:30:10.063+02:00
The company has been applying for a license in Abu Dhabi since 2018.
After half a decade, it finally joined the companies licensed in the Middle East.
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Bitget Joins ByBit and OKX in Newest Dubai Crypto Push, Opens Local Office
2023-07-20T12:00:00.000+02:00
Bitget extends its global reach to the Middle East, targeting UAE and Bahrain.
The company plans to hire 60 employees for the Middle East expansion.
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UAE's FX and CFDs Trader Population Reaches Record 49,000 in 2023
2023-07-06T08:53:25.968+02:00
Local retail leverage trading market outpaces Spain, Singapore, and France.
New traders are drawn to the industry due to the ability to trade in smaller amounts.
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Bybit Secures Authorization in Dubai amid Regulatory Reshuffle
2023-06-28T11:58:25.524+02:00
This week, the exchange was licensed by CySEC and VARA.
However, the UAE's license is 'very restricted'.
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Binance Mulls Over Middle East Focus amid Regulatory Pressure in the West
2023-06-26T12:58:06.359+02:00
According to Binance Dubai, the region offers a clear framework for crypto firms.
In the meantime, the company is downsizing its European operations.
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ATFX Solidifies Middle East Presence with New UAE License
2023-06-22T12:19:34.115+02:00
The license was granted to a local subsidiary of ATFX.
The broker has plans for further expansion in the coming months.
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OKX Receives License for Operations in Dubai, Plans Expansion
2023-06-15T13:19:31.427+02:00
OKX acquires MVP Preparatory license from Dubai's VARA.
The company intends to enhance its regional presence by increasing its Dubai staff to 30.
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Crypto.com Gains Singapore License; Gemini Eyes the UAE
2023-06-01T10:10:51.731+02:00
Crypto.com obtained the license after an in-principal approval in June 2022.
Gemini did not specify when it will launch its UAE operations.
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