AED Stablecoin Gets Green Light From UAE Central Bank
AED Stablecoin LLC has received approval from the Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to launch its stablecoin, AE Coin. This makes AED Stablecoin the first entity in…
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BRICS Nations Set for 4.4% Growth in 2024-2025, Outpacing G7 Economies
Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov has emphasized the rising influence of BRICS nations during a recent event, noting their projected economic growth of 4.4% in 2024-2025, compared to 1.7% for…
UAE Introduces Retroactive VAT Exemptions for Crypto Transactions
The United Arab Emirates has introduced VAT amendments that impact crypto transactions, redefining tax obligations for companies in the digital asset space. Under the new rules, businesses dealing with cryptocurrencies…
BRICS Eyes Petroyuan for Oil Trade Amid Dedollarization Push, Expert Says
BRICS nations are considering adopting the petroyuan for oil trade as part of their ongoing dedollarization efforts, according to economic expert Herbert Poenisch. He noted the BRICS group may discuss…
BRICS to Discuss Alternative Payment Platforms at Upcoming Summit
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov announced that a report on alternative payment systems for BRICS nations will be presented at an upcoming summit in Kazan. The proposal, led by Brazilian…
Microsoft, G42 Open 2 AI Centers in Abu Dhabi
Microsoft and G42, a United Arab Emirates-based AI firm, have established two new AI centers in Abu Dhabi. These centers aim to promote responsible AI in the Middle East and…
FBI Warns of Growing $55 Billion Business Email Scam
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has warned of a rising business email compromise (BEC) threat, responsible for $55 billion in global losses over a decade. The scam has affected…
BRICS Gains Global Appeal as 34 Countries Show Interest, Putin Reveals
Russian President Vladimir Putin revealed that 34 countries have shown interest in joining BRICS activities, highlighting the global appeal of the group. He detailed Russia’s role in facilitating the integration…
China’s Digital Yuan Nears $1 Trillion in Transactions, PBOC Official Reveals
China’s digital yuan initiative has advanced considerably, backed by over a decade of research and four years of pilot experimentation, according to Lu Lei, Deputy Governor of the People’s Bank…
Standard Chartered Launches Bitcoin and Ethereum Custody in UAE
Standard Chartered has launched a digital asset custody service in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), licensed by the Dubai Financial Services Authority. The service aims to provide secure storage for…