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UAE: The Rise of a Crypto Powerhouse

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How the UAE is Unlocking the Potential of Crypto In recent years, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has emerged as a front-runner in the global crypto landscape, setting benchmarks with progressive regulatory frameworks and strategic industry collaborations. The establishment of the Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority (VARA) and the Virtual Asset Service Providers (VASP) licensing framework reflects a proactive approach aimed at ensuring security and transparency in digital financial services. These efforts highlight the UAE’s commitment to embracing new fintech ideas and blockchain technology, marking a big step forward in the region’s financial growth. Market Adoption on the Rise The UAE’s crypto market is experiencing explosive growth. Over $35B flowed through the system from July 2022 to June 2023, with a whopping 67% driven by institutional investments exceeding $1M. This surge is fueled by both consumer enthusiasm and a growing comfort level with cryptocurrencies. Notably, 38% of e-commerce vendors already accept them as payment, and Bitcoin remains king, generating over 70% of the total $204M in capital gains for UAE investors in 2023. Subscribe yourself to interrupted fintech intel with WhiteSight Radar. 🚀 Unlock a treasure trove of fintech intel with a WhiteSight Radar subscription. See further with exclusive reports, industry trend […]

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