Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin jolted as oil surge and war fears shake markets

Despite recent price weakness, institutional participation remains deeper

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Energy markets have become the central transmission channel for risk.

Is Jeffrey Epstein the real mastermind behind Bitcoin?

Viral emails renew doubts about Bitcoin’s origins, pseudonymous founder Satoshi Nakamoto

Bitcoin Epstein

Bitcoin crashes below $70,000; Gold, silver tumble too

Crypto and precious metals retreat sharply as investors unwind crowded safe-haven trades

Bitcoin crashes below $70,000; Gold, silver tumble in broad risk-off pullback

Crypto went offshore after US delays: Robinhood exec

Clear rules helped the UAE build crypto momentum while the US fell behind

Clear regulation, strong digital foundations and policy expertise are drawing capital and innovation, while jurisdictions that delay risk falling further behind in sectors such as crypto, fintech and AI-driven services.

UAE stablecoin rules are now changing how you pay, bank

Inside the UAE’s stablecoin push and what it means for businesses and banks

UAE stablecoin rules are now quickly changing how you pay, bank everyday

Pakistan eye stablecoin use in cross-border e-payments

Govt deal with World Liberty focuses on e-payment infrastructure and settlement systems

The announcement coincided with a visit to Pakistan by Zach Witkoff, co-founder and chief executive of World Liberty Financial and son of US special envoy Steve Witkoff.

What Syria's currency change move really means

Currency reform can send powerful signals, but stability depends on deeper economic policy

A currency exchange employee counts newly issued Syrian pound banknotes in Damascus, Syria, Saturday, January 3, 2026.

New crypto rules come into force in Dubai’s DIFC

DFSA updates rules, giving firms more control and clarity

The move is expected to reshape how digital asset firms operate, expand and hire in the emirate.

UAE stablecoin use ramps up with Network, RAKBANK deals

Network enables AE Coin payments in UAE, CBUAE backs RAKBANK stablecoin issuance

UAE stablecoin push accelerates as Network, RAKBANK join in

DMCC, Crypto.com look into use of commodity tokens

Deal to focus on tokenisation, settlement efficiency and digital trade infrastructure

DMCC

DIFC Courts add new tools for digital asset disputes

DIFC Courts launch secure custody and blockchain intelligence for digital asset disputes

This new service will be applied on a case-by-case basis and will support the oversight of the Digital Assets Wills service, as well as delivering specialised training and certification to DIFC Courts staff.

e& UAE to explore Stablecoin payments through AE Coin

Customers could use the AED-backed token for bills, top-ups, and digital payments.

e& UAE to explore Stablecoin payments through AE Coin

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