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Cryptocurrency

Latest news on crypto, including Bitcoin, Ethereum and UAE stablecoin, with expert analysis on investment trends and global regulation

The feverish performance of Bitcoin in early February 2026. There are big questions about its place as an asset class. AFP

Bitcoin's slump raises questions over its role as a serious asset class

MoneyMarch 10, 2026
Iran's economy has been hit hard by tough international sanctions. AFP

War, sanctions and crypto: Inside Iran’s $7.8bn digital economy

USMarch 10, 2026
The UAE Central Bank began implementing its digital currency strategy in March 2023. Deepak Fernandez / The National
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IHC, Sirius and FAB given approval to launch UAE dirham-backed stablecoin DDSC

TechnologyFebruary 11, 2026
A Bithumb exchange office in Seoul, South Korea. Bloomberg

Bitcoin blunder: South Korean crypto exchange Bithumb accidentally gives away $40bn

MoneyFebruary 10, 2026
The largest cryptocurrency is down about 13 per cent this year. Victor Besa / the National

Bitcoin falls to lowest level since Trump's election win in November 2024

MoneyFebruary 04, 2026
Some market analysts say Bitcoin could move back towards its highs this year, thanks to a weaker US dollar and persistent exchange-traded fund inflows. Bloomberg

Bitcoin falls to lowest level since April 2025 amid liquidity fears

MoneyFebruary 01, 2026
The stablecoin Tether (USDT) alone has spawned a long list of 'me-toos'. AFP

UAE plugs itself into global $300bn stablecoin system regulating digital dollars

MoneyJanuary 31, 2026
Gold and silver are seen as offering a hedge against inflation. AFP

Gold and silver soar as Bitcoin falls on Trump's tariff threats against Europe

MarketsJanuary 19, 2026
RAKBank's stablecoin issuance is subject to the completion of regulatory and operational requirements. Photo: RAKBank

RAKBank receives initial approval to launch dirham-backed stablecoin in UAE

MoneyJanuary 07, 2026
Michael Saylor speaking in Dubai this month. Antonie Robertson/The National

Michael Saylor's Strategy buys Bitcoin worth more than $100 million

TechnologyDecember 29, 2025
Bitcoin has failed to join the year-end rally and is down more than 7 per cent for the year. AFP

Bitcoin could revisit highs in 2026 on weaker US dollar and tight supply

MoneyDecember 26, 2025
More governments are looking into central bank-backed digital currencies. Getty

The future of digital money lies in striking the right balance

CommentDecember 18, 2025
The Iranian rial has long been unstable, so it is not surprising that Iranians resort to gold or cryptocurrencies. Getty Images

Is Iran going through a crypto revolution?

CommentDecember 11, 2025
The UAE Central Bank began implementing its digital currency strategy in March 2023

Digital Dirham to be launched soon

MoneyDecember 10, 2025
A stablecoin is a type of cryptocurrency pegged to a fiat currency and tends to be less volatile. Reuters

US stablecoin issuer Circle granted financial services permission by Abu Dhabi

TechnologyDecember 09, 2025
Coinbase chief executive Brian Armstrong at Abu Dhabi Finance Week. Photo: ADFW
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Coinbase CEO sees $1 million Bitcoin by 2030 despite slump

MarketsDecember 08, 2025
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