
Kraken’s parent Payward secures full VARA license for UAE crypto launch
Payward (Kraken) secures full VARA approval in Dubai. Learn about upcoming AED trading pairs, on-chain staking, and tokenised equities for UAE investors.
Read StoryUAE and regional coverage of cryptocurrency, digital assets, and the blockchain space. Market moves, local regulation updates, exchange news, and the UAE's growing position as one of the world's more crypto-forward jurisdictions — covered without the hype cycle and without talking down to people who already know what a wallet is. What's Hot in UAE's crypto section is for people in the region who are actually in the space.

Payward (Kraken) secures full VARA approval in Dubai. Learn about upcoming AED trading pairs, on-chain staking, and tokenised equities for UAE investors.
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Read the dated October 2026 Bitcoin evidence: Bitfinex recovery levels, distinct ETF flow periods, Treasury yields and practical UAE product comparisons.
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A historical look at Bitcoin’s US$71,000 move on 23 March 2026, conflicting headlines and the licensing and risk checks relevant to UAE readers.
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Understand Sui’s March 2026 VM announcement, per-package caching, security review and the difference between deployment targets and verified releases.
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Understand Brave Wallet’s NEAR Intents integration, supported-network claims, quote and refund checks, and the limits of shielded-Zcash privacy.
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For investors navigating a global crypto landscape defined by regulatory confusion, exchange collapses, and jurisdictional inconsistency, one question about Crypto Investments has become increasingly urgent: where in the world can digital assets genuinely be held, traded, and grown with confidence? The answer, for a growing number of institutions and high-net-worth individuals, is the United Arab…
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The global world of cryptocurrency trading is a complex mosaic, ever-shifting with technological innovation and dynamic legislative responses. For sophisticated crypto investors, high-net-worth individuals, and crypto-native businesses, navigating this intricate environment is not just an option—it’s a strategic imperative. Understanding Crypto Trading Regulations is crucial in today’s market. The primary challenge often lies in a…
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In the rapidly evolving landscape of digital assets, one nation has unequivocally emerged as a global frontrunner: the United Arab Emirates. While many countries grapple with the complexities of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, the UAE has strategically positioned itself as the world’s leading crypto hub, attracting innovators, investors, and entrepreneurs alike. The rapid rise of…
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Understand Dubai’s controlled property-tokenisation pilot, the difference between property tokens and XRP, and the legal, cost and resale questions to ask.
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In an era where the lines between traditional finance and decentralised innovation blur, Sui Group, a Nasdaq-listed company formerly known as Mill City Ventures, has made a bold pivot. Their strategic redirection towards the leading Sui network culminates in the launch of SuiUSDE, a new yield-earning stablecoin poised to redefine the ecosystem. This move is…
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Global trade, the intricate web that connects economies worldwide, has long grappled with persistent challenges. Tariffs, geopolitical tensions, and unforeseen macro shocks frequently disrupt supply chains, creating an environment ripe for inefficiency. At the heart of many of these operational bottlenecks lies the traditional system of bills of exchange (BoE)—a foundational instrument that, despite its…
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Crypto firms considering Dubai and Europe need to compare actual permissions, markets and operating costs. Dubai offers a dedicated virtual-asset regime outside DIFC, while the European Union now has the MiCA framework for in-scope services. Neither a UAE expansion announcement nor a licence proves that a firm has abandoned Europe. This guide explains the distinctions…
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