Dubai
Dubai Wants All Government Documents on Blockchain By 2020
The United Arab Emirates city of Dubai has announced plans to move all of its government documents to a blockchain by 2020.
Kimberley Process Inches Closer to 'Blood Diamond' Blockchain
A global tracking scheme for conflict diamonds is continuing its internal blockchain trials, according to a new report.
Dubai Government Seeks Blockchain Projects for Startup Fund
A technology initiative backed by the Dubai government has launched a $275m startup investment fund.
How a 3-D Printed Building Became the Center of Blockchain in Dubai
CoinDesk profiles a recent meeting of the Global Blockchain Council, a 40-member working group seeking to boost the technology in the MENA region.
UAE Telecom Giant Du Sees 'Infinite' Potential for Blockchain
Amid a broader push to investigate blockchain by the Dubai government, major local telecom provider Du is refining its strategy toward the technology.
Smart Dubai Director Sees Blockchain as Key to Connected Cities
The head of Dubai's smart cities drive spoke on how she believes blockchain can help drive the city’s modernization efforts yesterday.
Dubai's Global Blockchain Council Unveils First Pilot Projects
Members of Dubai’s Global Blockchain Council (GBC) unveiled seven new proofs-of-concept at industry conference Keynote 2016 today.
Dubai Government to Sponsor Upcoming Digital Currency Conference
Dubai is set to play host to a conference on digital currencies months after a blockchain effort in the country was first unveiled.
Dubai Government Looks to Blockchain Amid 'Smart Cities' Drive
CoinDesk speaks to Noah Raford a key driver of Dubai's Museum of the Future initiative, which recently unveiled its support for blockchain tech.
Forbes Cover CEO Ola Doudin Talks Building Bitcoin Support in Dubai
CoinDesk profiles entrepreneur Ola Doudin who has emerged as a 'bitcoin pioneer' in the Middle East as the CEO of bitcoin startup BitOasis.
