Dubai

Bybit secures license for crypto exchange services in Dubai
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28 October, 2026

Bybit secures license for crypto exchange services in Dubai

Bybit secures a VARA license for exchange services in Dubai, completing a four-year approval process amid recovery from a major...
Dubai greenlights digital asset donations to charities
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16 January, 2026

Dubai greenlights digital asset donations to charities

The city’s charitable activities watchdog has launched a service enabling charities to receive donations via digital assets.
Dubai launches biometric check-ins to boost tourist experience
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8 January, 2026

Dubai launches biometric check-ins to boost tourist experience

Dubai welcomed 10 million overnight visitors in the first half of 2025, with the new system expected to reduce congestion...
Dubai approves global digital wallets for government payments
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5 November, 2025

Dubai approves global digital wallets for government payments

The Dubai Department of Finance announced an expansion across all government entities, providing new payment options for government service fees.
Algeria partners with UNDP for its national digital transformation
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4 November, 2025

Algeria partners with UNDP for its national digital transformation

In other news, Dubai-based Emirates Investment Bank has announced a partnership with Swiss firm Avaloq to digitize its internal operations.
Dubai launches AI initiatives; Wikipedia sees traffic drop
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27 October, 2025

Dubai launches AI initiatives; Wikipedia sees traffic drop

Dubai leads the UAE's AI adoption with new initiatives, while Wikipedia experiences a traffic drop due to rising AI chatbot...