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Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates are hoping a shared digital currency can cut remittance costs between the two countries.

By Yogita KhatriJan 29, 2019

Markets

Abu Dhabi-based money transmitter UAE Exchange is working with Ripple to launch blockchain remittances to Asia early next year.

By Yogita KhatriDec 13, 2018

Markets

An Abu Dhabi financial center and KPMG say they have successfully completed a trial of a blockchain-based know-your-customer application.

By Yogita KhatriDec 5, 2018

Markets

The U.A.E. plans to introduce regulations that would permit initial coin offerings to be used as a means of fundraising for domestic companies.

By Daniel PalmerOct 8, 2018

Markets

Energy markets data provider S&P Global Platts has announced the commercial deployment of a blockchain network for sharing oil inventories.

By Daniel PalmerFeb 22, 2018

Markets

A financial regulator in the UAE has issued a warning to investors on the risks of participating in token sale activities.

By Wolfie ZhaoFeb 5, 2018

Markets

Embracing change might not be easy for governments, but it can be done, according to the head of Dubai's ambitious blockchain agenda.

By Dr. Aisha Bin BishrDec 18, 2017

Markets

The central banks of the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia are reportedly testing a new cryptocurrency for cross-border payments.

By Stan HigginsDec 13, 2017

Markets

UAE Central Bank Governor Mubarak Rashed Al Mansouri issued critical remarks about bitcoin during an event this week.

By Nikhilesh DeOct 24, 2017

Markets

Representatives from the blockchain industry are in the United Arab Emirates this week on a trade mission backed by the U.S. Department of Commerce.

By Stan HigginsOct 3, 2017